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Appetizers
Crudité with Dip, 111, 112
Cumin and Coriander Hummus, 112
Garlic Yogurt Dip, 111
Spiced Nuts, 233
Apple(s)
Glow Juice, 39
and Olives, Italian Tuna Salad with, 82, 83
and Red Fruit Mini Crumbles, 312–13, 313
Arctic Char, 10-Minute Glazed Baked, 246–47, 247
Aromatherapy, 195
Artichokes, Granddaddy’s Stuffed, 262–63, 263
Asparagus
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
Roasted, and Poached Eggs on Honey Whole-Wheat Toast, 12–13, 13
and Snap Peas, Mint-Ricotta Ravioli with, 254–55, 255
Avocado(s)
Sweet Corn Succotash, 98, 99
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
Spicy Garlic Buttered Shrimp Toast, 106–8, 107
Toast with Harissa, 18, 19
Banana(s)
Blueberry Energy Boost Smoothie, 34, 35
Chocolate Flax Muffins, Fudgy, 10–11, 11
Chocolate Mint Chip Smoothie, 38, 34
-Pecan Buttermilk Pancakes, 2, 3–4
Strawberry-Banana Trim Time Smoothie, 34, 37
Sweet Dream Smoothie, 124
Basil
growing, 44
Vegan Cauliflower Pesto Mash, 261
Bean(s). See also Green Beans
Black, and Onion Frittata, 23–25, 24
Cumin and Coriander Hummus, 112
Italian Tuna Salad with Apples and Olives, 82, 83
Quinoa, Chickpea, and Currant Salad with Fried Shallots, 80–81, 81
The Carnivore’s Veggie Burger, 102–4, 103
Veggie, and Cheese Enchiladas, 250, 251–53
Beef
Turkish Köfte “Burgers,” 95–96, 97
Beer, pairing with cheese, 161
Beets
Roasted, with Goat Cheese, Grapes, and Hazelnuts, 92–94, 93
The Carnivore’s Veggie Burger, 102–4, 103
Blueberry(ies)
Blueberry Energy Boost Smoothie, 34, 35
Sticky Buns, Whole-Wheat, 20, 21–22
Breads. See also Toast
Fudgy Chocolate Banana Flax Muffins, 10–11, 11
Homemade Garlic Croutons, 90
Honey Whole-Wheat, 14–15
Whole-Wheat Blueberry Sticky Buns, 20, 21–22
Breakfast
Avocado Toast with Harissa, 18, 19
Banana-Pecan Buttermilk Pancakes, 2, 3–4
Black Bean and Onion Frittata, 23–25, 24
Blueberry Energy Boost Smoothie, 34, 35
Broiled Grapefruit with Candied Ginger and Basil, 5, 5
Chai-Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding, 28, 29
Chocolate Mint Chip Smoothie, 38, 34
Crispy Baked Breakfast Potatoes, 8, 9
Fudgy Chocolate Banana Flax Muffins, 10–11, 11
Glow Juice, 39
Honey Whole-Wheat Bread, 14–15
Hot Grains with Coconut Cream, 6–7
Mushroom, Leek, and Goat Cheese Quiche, 30–31, 31
Peach-Strawberry Pipe Cleaner Smoothie, 36, 34
Poached Eggs and Roasted Asparagus on Honey Whole-Wheat Toast, 12–13, 13
Strawberry Honey Butter, 16, 17
Strawberry-Banana Trim Time Smoothie, 34, 37
Vanilla, Date, and Pistachio Granola, 26–27, 27
Whole-Wheat Blueberry Sticky Buns, 20, 21–22
Broccoli, Cheesy “Pizza,” 248, 249
Burger, Veggie, The Carnivore’s, 102–4, 103
Butter, Strawberry Honey, 16, 17
Cabbage Slaw, Creamy Chipotle, 264, 266
Cakes
Coconut Pecan Pound, 322–23, 323
Strawberry, with Caramel Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream Frosting, 324–27, 325
Cantaloupe and Vegetable, Grilled, Summer Salad, 74–75, 75
Caramel Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream Frosting, 325, 327
Cashew Cookies with Peach Maple Sorbet, 318–19, 319
Cauliflower
Pesto Mash, Vegan, 261
Roasted, Grilled Cheese with Jalapeño Aioli, 108–9, 109
Champagne
about, 171
Cocktail, (Almost) Classic, 170, 171
Cheese
Cheesy “Pizza” Broccoli, 248, 249
Goat, Mushroom, and Leek Quiche, 30–31, 31
Granddaddy’s Stuffed Artichokes, 262–63, 263
Grilled, Roasted Cauliflower with Jalapeño Aioli, 108–9, 109
Kale Salad with Hemp Seeds & Parmesan, 77
Mint-Ricotta Ravioli with Snap Peas and Asparagus, 254–55, 255
pairing with beer or cider, 161
pairing with wine, 166
Pizza Pitas, 76
Roasted Peaches with Maple Mascarpone, 320, 321
Roasted Veggie Whole-Wheat Mac ’n,’ 244–45, 245
serving sizes, 61
Veggie, and Bean Enchiladas, 250, 251–53
Whipped Feta-Dill Spread, 96, 97
Chia Seed–Raspberry-Chai Pudding, 28, 29
Chicken, Chile Jam, with Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Peaches, 240, 241–42
Chile peppers
Black Bean and Onion Frittata, 23–25, 24
Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw, 264, 266
Enchilada Sauce, 253
Harissa Paste, 18
Honey-Jalapeño Special Sauce, 107
hot, handling, 252
Jalapeño Aioli, 108–9
Watermelon-Jalapeño Gazpacho, 72, 73
Chives, 44
Chocolate
Banana Flax Muffins, Fudgy, 10–11, 11
Chip Oatmeal Cookies, 314–15, 315
Fudge Pops, 328, 328
Mint Chip Smoothie, 38, 34
Cider, pairing with cheese, 161
Clams and Currants, Linguine with, 256–57, 257
Clothing
caring for, 148–52
selecting, 140–47
Cocktails
Champagne, (Almost) Classic, 170, 171
crushing ice for, 156
Ginger Mint Julep, 156, 157
Grapefruit Thyme Spritz, 154, 155
Lavender Cucumber Lemonade, 158, 159
Milk Punch, 162, 163
Sombrero Aloha, 160, 160
Spiced Winter Wine, 168, 169
stemware for, 164
stocking liquor cabinet for, 54
White Wine Spritzer, 164–65, 165
Coconut
Pecan Pound Cake, 322–23, 323
Vanilla, Date, and Pistachio Granola, 26–27, 27
Cookies
Cashew, with Peach Maple Sorbet, 318–19, 319
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal, 314–15, 315
Corn
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
Sweet Corn Succotash, 98, 99
Croutons, Homemade Garlic, 90
Cucumber(s)
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
Lavender Lemonade, 158, 159
-Tomato Salsa, 96, 97
Watermelon-Jalapeño Gazpacho, 72, 73
Dairy products. See also specific types serving sizes, 61
Date, Vanilla, and Pistachio Granola, 26–27, 27
Desserts
Cashew Cookies with Peach Maple Sorbet, 318–19, 319
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies, 314–15, 315
Chocolate Fudge Pops, 328, 328
Coconut Pecan Pound Cake, 322–23, 323
Persian Brown Rice Pudding, 316, 317
Red Fruit and Apple Mini Crumbles, 312–13, 313
Roasted Peaches with Maple Mascarpone, 320, 321
Strawberry Cake with Caramel Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream Frosting, 324–27, 325
Dips
Cumin and Coriander Hummus, 112
Garlic Yogurt, 111
Drinks. See also Cocktails; Smoothies; Wine
beer and cheese pairings, 161
cider and cheese pairings, 161
Glow Juice, 39
wine and cheese pairings, 166
Eating well
avoiding overeating, 42–43, 47
avoiding pesticides, 67–69
buying healthful food, 65
carbohydrates, 59–60
choosing the right foods, 55–58
eating mindfully, 46–48
learning to cook, 41–42
managing portion sizes, 59–63
pantry ingredients for, 48–54
pleasure gained from, xiii–xv
understanding food labels, 63–67
Eggs
Black Bean and Onion Frittata, 23–25, 24
Mushroom, Leek, and Goat Cheese Quiche, 30–31, 31
Poached, and Roasted Asparagus on Honey Whole-Wheat Toast, 12–13, 13
Enchiladas, Veggie, Bean, and Cheese, 250, 251–53
Fats, dietary, 62–63
Fish. See also Shellfish
cooking times, 86
Italian Tuna Salad with Apples and Olives, 82, 83
Salmon Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw, 264, 265–66
10-Minute Glazed Baked Arctic Char, 246–47, 247
Flour, storing, 14
Frittata, Black Bean and Onion, 23–25, 24
Frosting, Caramel Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream, 325, 327
Fruit. See also specific fruits
avoiding pesticides on, 67–69
conventional, buying, 69
Easy Produce Wash for, 68
organic, buying, 69
serving sizes, 61
Garlic
Buttered Shrimp Toast, Spicy, 106–8, 107
Croutons, Homemade, 90
Yogurt Dip, 111
Gazpacho, Watermelon-Jalapeño, 72, 73
Ginger
Candied, and Basil, Broiled Grapefruit with, 5, 5
Mint Julep, 156, 157
Grains. See also Oats
Hot, with Coconut Cream, 6–7
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Persian Brown Rice Pudding, 316, 317
Quinoa, Chickpea, and Currant Salad with Fried Shallots, 80–81, 81
soaking, 7
storing, 14
Granola, Vanilla, Date, and Pistachio, 26–27, 27
Grapefruit
Broiled, with Candied Ginger and Basil, 5, 5
Thyme Spritz, 154, 155
Green Beans
Sweet Corn Succotash, 98, 99
Salmon Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Greens. See also Lettuce
Glow Juice, 39
Italian Tuna Salad with Apples and Olives, 82, 83
Kale Salad with Hemp Seeds & Parmesan, 77
Gremolata, preparing, 243
Harissa Paste, 18
Hemp Seeds & Parmesan, Kale Salad with, 77
Herbs. See also specific herbs
growing, 44–45
Home
bedrooms, 188–92
comfortable, 178–79
dining areas, 185–88
discovering your style, 179–80
entryways, 181–82
filling with things you love, 203–5
guest rooms, 204
handyman fixes, 207–10
headboards for beds, 190
housecleaning, 210–13
individual touches, 206–7
instant upgrades, 205–6
keeping bags on the floor, 184
kitchens, 183–84
library, managing, 200
lighting, 189
living rooms, 194–98
mandatory on-hand items, 203
maximizing your space, 180–203
organization, 199–203
practical, 178
scents and smells, 195
stationery, 199
tasteful, 176–77
washrooms, 192–94
Honey
about, 52
Whole-Wheat Bread, 14–15
Hummus, Cumin and Coriander, 112
Kale
Glow Juice, 39
Salad with Hemp Seeds & Parmesan, 77
Leek(s)
cleaning, 29
Mushroom, and Goat Cheese Quiche, 30–31, 31
Lemons
juicing, with blender, 159
Lavender Cucumber Lemonade, 158, 159
Lentil Soup, Moroccan, with Sweet Potato, 78, 79
Lettuce
Grilled Vegan Caesar Salad, 88, 89–91
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
Salmon Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Life, relishing, xi–xiii
Living well
creating a fitness plan, 118–22
cultivating self-confidence, 114–15
doctor’s visits, 123
finding your purpose, 125–27
getting enough sleep, 122–24
making it happen, 127–30
meditating, 115–18
turning challenges into triumphs, 128
Looking good
all-natural beauty products, 134–35
Awakening Citrus Body Scrub, 135
clothing, 140–47
confidence from, 132
hair, 133
makeup, 136–40
manicures, 139
Naturally Radiant Skin Mask, 134
Relaxing Aromatherapy Foot Soak, 135
Silky Smooth Tresses Hair Mask, 134–35
Main dishes
Chile Jam Chicken with Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Peaches, 240, 241–42
Fish Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw, 264, 265–66
Linguine with Clams and Currants, 256–57, 257
Mint-Ricotta Ravioli with Snap Peas and Asparagus, 254–55, 255
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Roasted Veggie Whole-Wheat Mac ’n’ Cheese, 244–45, 245
Spaghetti with Staten Island Special (Marinara) Sauce, 258, 258–59
10-Minute Glazed Baked Arctic Char, 246–47, 247
Veggie, Bean, and Cheese Enchiladas, 250, 251–53
Maple Syrup
about, 52
Buttered, 4
Meat & poultry
Chile Jam Chicken with Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Peaches, 240, 241–42
red meat serving sizes, 61–62
Turkish Köfte “Burgers,” 95–96, 97
Milk Punch, 162, 163
Mint, 44–45
Glow Juice, 39
Julep, Ginger, 156, 157
-Ricotta Ravioli with Snap Peas and Asparagus, 254–55, 255
Muffins, Fudgy Chocolate Banana Flax, 10–11, 11
Mushroom(s)
Leek, and Goat Cheese Quiche, 30–31, 31
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Nutritional yeast, about, 91
Nuts
Banana-Pecan Buttermilk Pancakes, 2, 3–4
Cashew Cookies with Peach Maple Sorbet, 318–19, 319
Coconut Pecan Pound Cake, 322–23, 323
Garlic Yogurt Dip, 111
Persian Brown Rice Pudding, 316, 317
serving sizes, 62
soaking, 7
Spiced, 233
storing, 6
Vanilla, Date, and Pistachio Granola, 26–27, 27
Oats
Cashew Cookies with Peach Maple Sorbet, 318–19, 319
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies, 314–15, 315
Red Fruit and Apple Mini Crumbles, 312–13, 313
Strawberry-Banana Trim Time Smoothie, 34, 37
Vanilla, Date, and Pistachio Granola, 26–27, 27
Pancakes, Banana-Pecan Buttermilk, 2, 3–4
Parsley, 45
Glow Juice, 39
preparing gremolata with, 243
Parties
being a grade-A guest, 234–37
being a stress-free hostess, 221–32
flowers for, 222–23
successful, elements of, 217–21
Pasta
alternative-flour, about, 259
Linguine with Clams and Currants, 256–57, 257
Mint-Ricotta Ravioli with Snap Peas and Asparagus, 254–55, 255
Roasted Veggie Whole-Wheat Mac ’n’ Cheese, 244–45, 245
Spaghetti with Staten Island Special (Marinara) Sauce, 258, 258–59
Pastry Crust, Super-Easy All-Butter, 32–33
Peach(es)
Maple Sorbet, Cashew Cookies with, 318–19, 319
Roasted, with Maple Mascarpone, 320, 321
-Strawberry Pipe Cleaner Smoothie, 36, 34
and Sweet Potatoes, Caramelized, 242
Peas
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Snap, and Asparagus, Mint-Ricotta Ravioli with, 254–55, 255
Pecan(s)
-Banana Buttermilk Pancakes, 2, 3–4
Coconut Pound Cake, 322–23, 323
Peppers. See Chile peppers
Pesto Cauliflower Mash, Vegan, 261
Pineapple
Sombrero Aloha, 160, 160
Pistachio(s)
Persian Brown Rice Pudding, 316, 317
Vanilla, and Date Granola, 26–27, 27
Pizza, baking, tip for, 76
Pizza Pitas, 76
Potato(es)
Crispy Baked Breakfast, 8, 9
Salmon Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Sweet, and Peaches, Caramelized, 242
Sweet, Moroccan Lentil Soup with, 78, 79
Pudding
Breakfast, Raspberry-Chai Chia Seed, 28, 29
Persian Brown Rice, 316, 317
Quiche, Mushroom, Leek, and Goat Cheese, 30–31, 31
Quinoa, Chickpea, and Currant Salad with Fried Shallots, 80–81, 81
Raspberry(ies)
-Chai Chia Seed Pudding, 28, 29
Red Fruit and Apple Mini Crumbles, 312–13, 313
Relationships
making time for family, 292–95
significant others, 301–10
treasuring friends, 295–301
Rice
Brown, Pudding, Persian, 316, 317
Oz Family Fried, 260
Salad dressings
Balsamic Vinaigrette, 94
Dijon Vinaigrette, 86
Italian Dressing, 84
Red Wine-Shallot Vinaigrette, 75
Vegan Caesar Dressing, 91
Salads
Caesar, Grilled Vegan, 88, 89–91
Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw, 264, 266
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable, 74–75, 75
Italian Tuna, with Apples and Olives, 82, 83
Kale, with Hemp Seeds & Parmesan, 77
Quinoa, Chickpea, and Currant, with Fried Shallots, 80–81, 81
Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese, Grapes, and Hazelnuts, 92–94, 93
Salmon Nicoise, with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Sweet Corn Succotash, 98, 99
Salmon Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette, 85–86, 87
Salsa
Cucumber-Tomato, 96, 97
Fresca, 25
Salt, 51
Sandwiches
Roasted Cauliflower Grilled Cheese with Jalapeño Aioli, 108–9, 109
Spicy Garlic Buttered Shrimp Toast, 106–8, 107
Turkish Köfte “Burgers,” 95–96, 97
Sauces
Enchilada, 253
Special, Honey-Jalapeño, 107
Seafood. See Fish; Shellfish
Seeds
soaking, 7
storing, 6
Shellfish
buying and storing, 257
Linguine with Clams and Currants, 256–57, 257
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Spicy Garlic Buttered Shrimp Toast, 106–8, 107
Shrimp
Linguine with Clams and Currants, 256–57, 257
Oz Family Fried Rice, 260
Toast, Spicy Garlic Buttered, 106–8, 107
Side dishes
Cheesy “Pizza” Broccoli, 248, 249
Granddaddy’s Stuffed Artichokes, 262–63, 263
Vegan Cauliflower Pesto Mash, 261
Smoothies
Blueberry Energy Boost, 34, 35
Chocolate Mint Chip, 38, 34
Peach-Strawberry Pipe Cleaner, 36, 34
Sweet Dream, 124
Strawberry-Banana Trim Time, 34, 37
Sombrero Aloha, 160, 160
Soups
Lentil, Moroccan, with Sweet Potato, 78, 79
Watermelon-Jalapeño Gazpacho, 72, 73
Zucchini-Tarragon, Creamy, 100, 101
Spreads
Harissa Paste, 18
Jalapeño Aioli, 108–9
Strawberry Honey Butter, 16, 17
Whipped Feta-Dill, 96, 97
Squash. See Zucchini
Strawberry(ies)
Cake with Caramel Fleur de Sel Whipped Cream Frosting, 324–27, 325
Honey Butter, 16, 17
-Peach Pipe Cleaner Smoothie, 36, 34
Red Fruit and Apple Mini Crumbles, 312–13, 313
Strawberry-Banana Trim Time Smoothie, 34, 37
Sweet Potato(es)
Moroccan Lentil Soup with, 78, 79
and Peaches, Caramelized, 242
Tacos, Fish, with Creamy Chipotle Cabbage Slaw, 264, 265–66
Thyme, 45
Toast
Avocado, with Harissa, 18, 19
Honey-Whole Wheat, Poached Eggs and Roasted Asparagus on, 12–13, 13
Tomato, 105
Tomato(es)
-Cucumber Salsa, 96, 97
Enchilada Sauce, 253
Salsa Fresca, 25
Spaghetti with Staten Island Special (Marinara) Sauce, 258, 258–59
Toast, 105
Watermelon-Jalapeño Gazpacho, 72, 73
Traveling, 275–89
Tuna Salad, Italian, with Apples and Olives, 82, 83
Vanilla beans, leftover, uses for, 326
Vegetable(s). See also specific vegetables
avoiding pesticides on, 67–69
conventional, buying, 69
Crudité with Dip, 111, 112
Easy Produce Wash for, 68
Glow Juice, 39
Grilled, and Cantaloupe Summer Salad, 74–75, 75
organic, buying, 69
Roasted Veggie Whole-Wheat Mac ’n’ Cheese, 244–45, 245
serving sizes, 61
Veggie, Bean, and Cheese Enchiladas, 250, 251–53
Vinaigrettes
Balsamic, 94
Dijon, 86
Red Wine-Shallot, 75
Walnuts
Garlic Yogurt Dip, 111
Watermelon-Jalapeño Gazpacho, 72, 73
Wine
buying, by region, 164
champagne, about, 171
and cheese pairings, 166
Spiced Winter, 168, 169
White, Spritzer, 164–65, 165
Work & play & travel
knowing how to play, 272–75, 276–77
saying “yes” to opportunities, 280–81
traveling, 275–89
working smart, 268–72
Yogurt Dip, Garlic, 111
Zucchini
Grilled Cantaloupe and Vegetable Salad, 74–75, 75
-Tarragon Soup, Creamy, 100, 101
The Carnivore’s Veggie Burger, 102–4, 103