THE TFC BLOG

Confession: I have a thing for cauliflower. It’s hands down one of my favorite vegetables because it can be jazzed up in a variety of ways. Some of my favorite cauliflower dishes: Raw Cauliflower TabouliCrispy Cauliflower FrittersFried Cauliflower RiceCauliflower Pizza Steaks Not only is this flexible veggie the perfect pasta or grain replacement, but it […]

I like to think of my pantry as a smart toolbox, containing the essential ingredients I need to whip up easy mains, sides, and snacks. In this week’s video, I’m sharing the many pantry staples every flexible chef should have within arm’s reach to make meal prep and cooking a breeze! Ingredients By Category Oils: […]

Time is precious. We can’t get it back and we can’t magically create more of it. So, as we all juggle work deadlines, appointments, family activities, and household demands, we’ve gotta figure out how to be as efficient as possible. That way, when the day is over, we can feel accomplished. And, more importantly, we […]

Sometimes, despite our best laid out plans, the clock strikes 6 pm and we still have no clue what the heck we’re going to make for dinner. Sound familiar? Yeah, I’m with you! When I have nights like that (and trust me, there are many!), I open up my pantry and reach for something quick […]

One of my favorite topics to talk about with fellow parents is: How to get kids of all ages to eat vegetables. It makes me so happy to watch all four of my little ones – ranging from 7 to 19 years old – dig into robust salads and other veggie-filled meals. I’m so passionate […]

Do you ever scroll through Pinterest and dream of having one of those gorgeously organized kitchens? One where you open up the pantry to find clear canisters filled with pasta, grains, cereal, sugar, and flour. What about the matching food-filled baskets that give everything a special spot on the shelf? I love a Lazy Susan […]

Did someone say pizza? Soup, that is. Oh yeah. This crowd pleaser tomato pizza soup is especially popular with my kids as it literally tastes like pizza in a bowl. If you want be uber indulgent you could top it off with some garlic bread, yum. I recently filmed a remote segment of this recipe […]

Although I advocate keeping snacking to a minimum, it’s always a good idea to keep a handful of energy-boosting goodies close by for when the munchies strike, when you’re on the go, or just need a quick fuss-free bite. But, when it comes to the perfect between-meal bite, greasy potato chips and sugary cookies don’t […]

How much time each day do you spend sitting? Really think about that for a second. Many of us are faced with long commutes to work and demanding jobs that call for us to sit at a computer for hours on end. Then, during our off time, we plop down on the couch to scroll […]