Update and Redux: C – Jim loves his pork-a-palooza burger. But, I wanted to try something different. This is one of the most flavorful pork burgers. It’s super moist and tasty … just doesn’t pack the palooza of Jim’s burger. C – Jim didn’t really want me to make this … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: J – Looking back on this dish, I am both amazed and amused at how much store-bought stuff we were using. Now, with a little short-term effort, we gain a huge boost in flavor and quality of ingredients like spice mixes, bacon, pickles, fresh herbs, tomatoes … … Continue reading →

C – Papayas are one of the most versatile fruits around. Southeast Asians use them to make salads when they’re green. Ripe papayas are great tasting, with a lot of nutritional benefits. One of the most surprising things you can do when the fruit is ripe is use the peels … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: J – This is a fun post from our early days. Christina still loves Summer and the dish is still delicious. Yum!! J — Sad Christina, saying goodbye to her friend Summer. Here’s something to cheer you up as you remember all the wonderful tomatoes and herbs … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: J – Something about savory and sweet together keeps me returning for more. This delicious Summer recipe is one of my favorites … a long way away from boring, sweet fruit salads. Great for a large gathering. Just make it in the morning and keep it cool … Continue reading →

C – Sometimes I feel like I am part of the Chopped TV show. It’s quite annoying. A typical week at Be Mindful. Be Human. consists of lots of planning ahead of time to prep for our cooking shoots. The night before, or sometimes a few days before, we check … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: J – I am a huge fan of fish tacos. A couple of years ago when we did Taco Week, fish tacos HAD to be included. They are always so light and crunchy … you get to eat more, of course. The only trick to them, if … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: C – Tacos are one of my favorite things to eat. I make them weekly. When I want to give up being a vegetarian, this will be one of the first tacos I make. There’s nothing like a simple Carne Asada taco to celebrate any occasion. C … Continue reading →

J – This is a tale of not letting a good food gift go uneaten. How could this possibly happen, one might ask? With me, easily. I am a creature of habit, stubbornly at times. I will meditate in the morning, unless the house is burning or I have a … Continue reading →

Update and Redux: J – A few years ago we were on a duck-everything kick. Maybe we still are, as evidenced by how many duck products are sitting in the freezer. It’s fortunate we have a lot of different duck recipes … like this smoked duck pizza. This is one … Continue reading →