Instant Pot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup

I love using my instant pot to make soup. You get all of the flavor of a soup that’s been cooking on the stove half the day, except it’s been done in a fraction of the time. Using wild rice, instead of white, elevates this wonderful chicken soup. The addition of portobello mushrooms gives it […]

Potato Bacon Soup

by Mirarecipes, root vegetables, souppotato bacon soup, potato soup

On a cold winter day, there is surely nothing more comforting than this rich and satisfying potato bacon soup. Oh heck, it doesn’t even have to be a cold day. Reminiscent of potato skins this is comfort food in a bowl. Just be sure to get the best quality bacon you can. I’m talking free-range, […]

What's In Season: February Produce Guide

by Mirafruit, health, immune system, produce, root vegetables, seasons, super foods, vegetablesfebruary, seasonal eating

February is heart health month. I cannot think of anything healthier than eating those foods that are in season. When they are at the peak of ripeness they deliver the most nutrients. Exactly what your body needs.1. BroccoliBroccoli is a superfood native to Europe. Low in calories and packed with many micronutrients, minerals, fiber, and […]

One Word: Brave

by Mirahabits, holidaysbrave, intentions, new year

Have you ever picked a word to guide you for an entire year? Just one word. It’s easy to create goals or to set intentions (I’m not a fan of “resolutions” you can read why here). Those, however, usually encompass more than just one word. Condensing everything you want for the year ahead into just […]

Healthy Tips: Using Up Holiday Leftovers

by Miraadditives, health, holidays, ingredients, recipesholiday food, holiday leftover, holiday recipes

Holiday gatherings often mean a bounteous array of food. Starting with turkey or brisket, or ham or whatever your main course is. This is usually accompanied by potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, family favorite recipes, and an almost endless parade of desserts. All of which often means lots of leftovers. How to deal with these leftovers can […]

Holiday Recipe: Olive Oil Cranberry Bundt Cake

by Mirabaking, recipesbundt cake, cake, holiday cake, holiday dessert

I love the occasional tartness of cranberries! And every year I look forward to the fresh ones available in the grocery store. You might hesitate to try it because of the olive oil, but I assure you that this tastes mellow and not greasy. I received many positive feedback about this recipe and I am […]

The Secret To A Fabulous Pie Crust

by Miraholidays, recipes

It’s the holidays, and that usually means pie season! That, truth be told, is something I dread. I’m not very good at making pies. Let me amend that. I’m pretty good at the filling, as a matter of fact, I make a mean coconut custard, but the crust? Well, that’s a different story. For years […]

Braised Carrots Recipe

by Mirarecipes, vegetablescarrots

One of our favorite family recipes is braised carrots. It makes an appearance at all holidays and is a comfort food that we all love, they’re delicious anytime. Everyone knows that carrots are very high in beta-carotene (that’s what gives them their lovely orange color). This is converted to vitamin A in the liver. The […]

Holiday Recipe: Orange-Cranberry Bone-In Chicken Breasts

by Miraadditives, allergies, artificial colors, fruit, recipes, seasons, thanksgiving, winter

Heading into the holiday season, this sweet and savory chicken deserves a spot on your dining table. The bone-in chicken keeps the chicken juicy and brings the flavorful tang from cranberries and zig from orange. This bright-tasting healthy dish can be easily made ahead of time to heat up before your wonderful holiday dinner. As a nutrition […]

10 Ways COVID-19 Has Changed The Way We Purchase, Prepare, And Eat Food

by Miragrocery, habits, health

Starting back near the beginning of 2019, there have been a large number of changes in daily life. One of the biggest is how people function in their kitchens. According to the International Food Information Council’s (IFIC) 2020 Food & Health Survey, 85% of Americans have changed not only how they obtain and prepare their […]