Articles by Alexandra Caspero

Pickled Grapes These slightly sweet and sour grapes (flavored with cinnamon) are good on their own or enjoyed as part of a cheese plate, on salads or in a cocktail. Developed by Alexandra Caspero, MA,

Turmeric is a yellow spice that’s often found in Indian food and gives American mustard its vibrant color. You probably know that already. You probably also know that, like other spices, turmeric is a great

Product Reviewed Rösle Adjustable Vegetable Slicer with Grip Let’s talk fall. Specifically, an East Coast fall. The crispness in the air, the smell, the orange, yellow and red trees. We might have “better” weather out West, but

“You’re not going to weigh me?” That’s the phrase I hear almost every time I see a new client for weight loss. Nope — I don’t even have a scale in my office, and I rarely, rarely weigh

I’ve wanted to be a dietitian since middle school. Even at a young age, I loved to cook for friends and family, reinventing my mom’s classic Italian recipes for much healthier fare. The moment I

Product Reviewed Waring Pro Pistol Vac Professional Vacuum Sealer System If you were to take a look in our overflowing pantry, and fridge and freezer doors that barely shut, you would probably assume we are

Hot Dogs 1/4. cup diced white onion 1/2. cup canned white northern beans, drained and rinsed 1/2. cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable broth 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons almond meal

How many vegetables should I eat a day? It’s a question I get often from clients who are curious about making sure they get enough. I prefer a goal of 4-5 servings of vegetables a

If you’ve heard the old playground song, you know that beans are good for your heart and um, well, you can probably finish the rest. Besides benefiting your heart and GI system, beans are a

Frugal foodies, this one’s for you. Freezing foods is a great way to stretch your grocery dollar and prepare great meals on the fly. How Long? How Cold? Freezing stops enzymes and the growth of

I can justify the purchase of almost any kitchen appliance. Even though my condos kitchen was built for a bachelor not a food blogger, I find a way to fit almost anything you could possibly

There’s no denying more and more people have started to adapt a plant-based lifestyle. With recent documentaries like Forks over Knives, Fat Sick and Nearly Dead and Food Inc. turning into mainstream hits, the case

Hummus is having a major moment. Whether with warm pita bread at a restaurant or in a tub from the grocery store, hummus has become a go-to snack for individuals looking for a high-protein alternative

Whether you claim to have a picky eater or not, most kids tend to shy away from vegetables and lean toward starch-heavy foods like pasta, rice, cereals and snacks. Trying to incorporate vegetables into their

I sometimes forget how lucky I am to be living in what is known as the "bread basket"–a 400-mile stretch in California that grows nearly one quarter of the country's produce. Having this much fresh,