THE TFC BLOG

For the last few years, I’ve been on a mission to upgrade my recipes with a nutritious twist. My challenge has been to tweak rich and classic delicacies for extra nourishment, leaving you feeling light yet satisfied. I’ve virtually eliminated dairy, gluten, processed foods and almost all grains from my testing kitchen. But this year […]

In the days when I used to eat bagels for breakfast, Passover seemed like agony. A whole week without breads, grains, legumes, rice and other staple carbs. Actually, sounds a bit like a Paleo week doesn’t it? Passover can be a breeze assuming you avoid matzah, jelly rolls, potatoes and anything with scary amounts of sugar. […]

Wouldn’t it be amazing if you were always in great spirits? Imagine a world where things always went your way. If you never got stuck in a rut. If your days were only filled with laughter and happiness. If you experienced virtually no obstacles or challenges. Hang on a minute. Would it really be that […]

This week was a big one for me. My mom turned 60 and my best friend got diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer. Aging and health: Two big moments that beg the question: Am I living a life that matters? The Aging Call If 60 was around the corner (which, by the way, it is, for all […]

If you’re bracing yourself for some tips on juice cleanses, relax. I’ve done every juice cleanse on the planet and they have all ended with a concave stomach but a heavy heart. Why? Unless you cleanse other aspects of your life weighing you down beyond your belly bulge, a juice cleanse will leave you lighter […]

The following article was researched and written by my Mom, Lainie Klein. I urged her to allow me to share its power with you. The stories of my sister in this piece are all true. by Elaine Klein From the day she was born, Kerry was a happy girl. At three years of age, she […]

With Passover approaching, breakfast is often the hardest meal of the day for my family to plan. Eggs and spinach are my daily go-to. But for some variety, and to please hungry kids, this a great hearty option. Let me just say this raw muesli is an easy breakfast idea. It’s a no-rules sort of recipe, […]

This green pesto salad dressing is packed with herbs and greens so it is super good for you and delicious … my favorite combination. I love finding creative ways to sneak spinach into just about anything. This recipe doubles as a fantastic marinade for fish and vegetables. Chop, blend, eat! Green Pesto Salad Dressing Recipe […]

This new appetizer is a favorite of mine. It was created by accident one day (as many good recipes are) when I had some leftovers to play with. If you’re looking for a fresh and simple weekend bite or a well-balanced light meal idea, these beef lettuce cups are the perfect marriage of nutrition, texture, and […]