Dennis is a long-time fresh produce professional, who has worked in almost every facet of the industry throughout the western states over his 40+ year career.
December 2023 ‘Tis the season…for good cheer, many holiday gatherings, lots of small plates and even more ways to fall off the low-carb bandwagon than usual!
November 2023 The traditional Thanksgiving table is also an annual dietary challenge for us carb counters, especially those who find themselves a guest at the yearly family gathering (AKA Thursday Night at the Fights).
October 2023 Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are one of the oldest cultivated crops in existence. We are talking evidence of plantings as early as 8000 BC!
September 2023 Take advantage of September’s grape harvest as well as Melissa’s extensive selection of dried exotic mushrooms to create this elegant, very low carb, restaurant-quality side dish—perfect for a small dinner party.
August 2023 There were enough interesting goodies in July’s primary ingredient source, Melissa’s Grilling Basket, to also provide inspiration for this month’s carb-friendly, open-flame side dish.
July 2023 It’s July, aka grilling season! So, I ordered one of Melissa’s Grilling Baskets to use as the primary ingredient source for this month’s recipe on my own BBQ.
June 2023 I found this recipe while cruising the ‘net looking for something interesting that would quench a case of the Mexican food cravings that had been tugging at my appetite for attention in spite of my carbohydrate limitations.
May 2023 While it is true that many traditional dishes enjoyed during Cinco de Mayo celebrations and offered as standard fare on most restaurant menus specializing in Mexican cuisine are not very glycemic friendly.