Opera Singer in the Kitchen

Artistry in Food, Music, and Life

1st Annual Food Blogger Bake Sale

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This weekend I was involved with a bake sale to raise funds to end childhood hunger. The Food Bloggers Bake Sale was a part of the Great American Bake Sale, an event put on every year by Share Our Strength to raise money to support their efforts. So on Saturday, April 17th, bakes from all over the US prepared wonderful goodies to raise money for a wonderful cause. It felt great knowing that many … [Read more...]

Guiltless “Pasta” with Sausage Marinara

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenWorking out sure does burn a lot of calories and knowing what to eat after a workout is so important, from what I am reading. It always seems to be a challenge to not give in to my thoughts when my cravings come along. As I go by my pantry, around dinner time, I hear pasta calling out my name frequently. "Hello! I feel lonely in here as you do. Indulge!" Ha ha … [Read more...]

Kidney Bean Hummus and Kale Wrap

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I am on day three of keeping a log of everything I am eating and counting calories. Someone asked me today if it was possible to gain weight as a vegan, even though I think the question was rhetorical, I wanted to shed major light on this fact.One can CONTINUE GAINING WEIGHT even after choosing a vegan lifestyle. Yes folks. I know that many choose vegan lifestyles for a cause but there are … [Read more...]

In-Season Vegetable Pasta

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Little by little I have been learning what it is to eat vegetables and fruits that are in season. I had not been one to really focus on this but since moving to Michigan, I have come to understand what produce would be available.I missed the Farmer's Markets this winter but I am looking forward buying fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruits. It makes shopping at a regular supermarket reallt boring. It … [Read more...]

Coconut Custard Tarts with Dark Chocolate

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From An Opera Singer in the KitchenI pray that everyone had a great Easter! It is nice to have had a nice weekend full of rest and reflection. We were not able to worship with our church family since Ryan played the organ for an Episcopal church. After our service, we enjoyed the sunny day on our way home and picked up the vegan quiche and dessert I made for our Easter lunch with the graduate … [Read more...]