ZOOMA Ambassador + Cauliflower Rice with Green Peppers and Onions

by mamapoole // January 11, 2014 // Comments off

I have to be honest, I have been waiting a month in hopes to receive this email…and guess what? Yesterday I did! I am proud to say, I am a ZOOMA Ambassador! See, that badge just makes it official. Too... Continue reading →

Vegetarian Stir Fry over Rice #WeekdaySupper

by mamapoole // September 3, 2013 // Comments off

Late nights at work and school is back in session. Running errands, taking the children to activities, sports, piano, the tutor can make for some very busy evenings. The last thing you have on your mind is dinner! Don’t worry,... Continue reading →

Spicy Turkey and Onion, Pepper Sub #tastytuesday

by mamapoole // August 27, 2013 // Comments off

I was very happy last week to finally see my father! We just don’t see each other as much as we should. Like always, he was in the kitchen cooking up a mean meal… To be honest, I don’t remember... Continue reading →

Raw Veggie Wrap with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce

by mamapoole // March 25, 2013 // Comments off

Okay, let’s be honest. Whoever thought of using collard greens in place of bread/tortilla/wrap etc. is a genius! There’s nothing like adding more green goodies to an already delicious veggie wrap! Can ya hear me? I loved the taste and... Continue reading →

Shrimp Jambalaya – easy, filling, delic!

by mamapoole // February 13, 2013 // Comments off

I love this dish. It’s filling, satisfying and delicious. When I first started my cooking experience, I used to spice up everything. Spices and I were best friends. I like to close my eyes and see if I can guess... Continue reading →

Bean and Rice Healthy Chili

by mamapoole // October 25, 2012 // Comments off

I feel so good that I am back up and running. Sometimes I get into these fogs where I’m distracted and redirected to a different place than where I really want to be. Does that make sense? I am re-focusing... Continue reading →

Black and White Chunky Chili

by mamapoole // October 17, 2012 // Comments off

Every cold weather needs a warm chili, am I right? I think so! It’s kind of humorous in our house because I never make chili the same way twice, except for this one. I usually change things up and add... Continue reading →

#SundaySupper Spicy Black Bean Soup

by mamapoole // October 14, 2012 // Comments off

Some of my favorite comfort foods are usually carb packed – you know, mac n cheese, pizza, vegetable pot pies! Oh yes. But as the cold weather sets in, my comfort turns to soup and lots of soup. Broccoli and... Continue reading →

A Story of Weight + Heritage Rice Blend with Raisins and Honey

by mamapoole // September 24, 2012 // Comments off

I made this dish on one of my healthy kicks, which I seem to have every day now. I have avoided the scale knowing that I have gained some weight. Since it never shows me what I’d really like to see,... Continue reading →

Fall Time Pasta – Sweet potato, Fennel and Pecan Penne

by mamapoole // September 12, 2012 // Comments off

It’s the most fabulous time of the year! There are leaves-a-changing and everyone is in cheer…..It’s the most fabulous time of the year! (Okay, am I too early for that song?) I LOVE FALL. I have said it over and... Continue reading →