suzette roberts

// Fried Satsumaimo (Japanese Sweet Potatoes)

Root vegetables such as Satsumaimo (Japanese sweet potatoes) are a special treat this time of the year for their smooth and mellow earthiness, and nourishing chestnut-y bite with an overload of moist natural sweetness. And they always remind me of Gram who often made them on a cloudy/misty day to elevate the moody weather. I look for medium-sized, clean magenta or purple-skinned potatoes, bake some and then gently fry in light olive oil. They are delicious as is and are also great adds to main dishes. Our kids love them, and personally, they really hit the spot for us sweet-tooth lovers. 🍠 ~Hello Autumn!...

// Frozen Banana-Peach Smoothie

Happy National Banana Day! The fruit that delivers its own sweetness, creaminess, and full-on nutritional wholesomeness. I love having a good half of a semi-ripe banana (peeled and sliced), most days of the week with my morning coffee. On the days that I switch things up with another whole fruit, a smoothie for lunch or solo-night dinner with a few round frozen slices of banana is always a filling treat. My refreshing (and delicious!) at-home recipe after the jump, and of course, the more indulgent Bananas Foster Ice Cream (Frozen Shake)...

// Winter Salad True Stories

When dealing with food allergies (and there are so many out there), from simple everyday grains: wheat, corn, oats, barley, breads, rice, pastas, cereals, and trace 'pseudo-grains'... to nuts, dairy, soy, brown sugars, and lectins!, black pepper included, —keeping things basic is best (wise) and still beautifully delicious. Here are three simple (and flavourful) salads we've been enjoying all winter, along with a fun homemade salad dressing to 'elevate' each and every bite, and then some. Above is my classic 'Back to the Workweek Monday Salad' (a chopped romaine lettuce bed topped with a light olive oil dressing - recipe after the jump -, leftover grilled chicken (or beef, fish, pork chops as the weekend goes), with a sprinkle of Thompson seedless raisins (or golden Sultanas)...

// Happy International Women's Day!~

To all our dedicated Women... Moms, Educators, Nurses, and other leading Ladies uplifting the lives of many, especially our young children, holding down the fort when necessary, and continuing to wear so. many. hats!, Happy International Women's Day to You (Us)! It's Our day and let's celebrate it in fine style (safely). Thank you! for stepping up, taking care of each other and vibrating on a high, positive, and inclusive level. Have an amazingly loving day! A few relaxing links (in and out of the classroom) to enjoy...

// Bananas Foster Ice Cream (Frozen Shake)

A warm and slightly-boozy frozen dessert you will love: Bananas Foster Ice Cream to celebrate another safe and cozy winter indoors. Made with our fresh ripe bananas, an indulgent homemade Foster Sauce, fresh ground cinnamon and 'baby' splashes of good dark rum. I loved being able to create this recipe using simple, everyday ingredients— truly delicious! More after the jump... #ohbaby 🍌🍨