Plant Based 411

September 2022
Northern Italian farmers originally introduced polenta as a cornmeal porridge. Fast forward hundreds of years and Melissa’s offers a version of polenta (which is naturally plant-based) that is conveniently precooked and ready to slice, bake, fry or grill.

April 2022
It’s that time of year again to spring forward with lighter but still satisfying and delicious plant-based dishes.

November 2021
You’ll definitely want to make room on your Thanksgiving table for this show-stopping Stuffed Kabocha Squash.

July 2021
Originating in Nice, France, in the late 18^th century, Ratatouille (rat-ah-too-ee) is a classic French vegetable stew that is a staple in Provence, consisting of eggplant, bell peppers, summer squash, tomatoes and garlic and/or onions.

April 2021
According to the Food Lover’s Companion, a comprehensive compilation of the definitions of thousands of food, wine and culinary terms, alla primavera means spring-style and refers to fresh...

February 2020
Hearts a flutter, love is in the air. Valentine’s Day is on 2/14, and the entire month of February has been designated American Heart Health Month, an initiative to get people to engage in heart healthy lifestyles. 

July 2019
In the midst of a summer bookended by major American holidays, Bastille Day is celebrated by the people of France and Francophiles everywhere...

June 2019
You are what you eat, and drink, so here are two beverage ideas for maximum nutrition and enjoyment. The first is a take on V8 juice, but using a different array of veggies...

March 2019
While Thanksgiving is the classic example of eating the sides and skipping the entrée, making a meal out of side dishes is now a daily occurrence.