The Skillful Spoon

08/25/2026

Another Tuesday with the lovely folks at Fox 25 Gooday Oklahoma. We made Cool Sesame Noodles for Tasty Tuesday today. Staying cool and eating well. Check it out.

08/21/2026

I threw these beans and greens together one night to go with beer can chicken.

They aren’t Italian because my Nona passed the recipe down to me (I don’t have a Nona and full disclosure - I’m not Italian).

I slapped Italian on there because of the flavor combination (lemon, basil, olive oil) and the quality and choice of ingredients (summer squash, cannellini beans, sweet peppers, spinach, and garlic). Italians value fresh flavorful ingredients and I often make food that has an Italian influence because I share that value.

I love southern beans and greens. This is a twist on that classic that I made on the fly without a recipe or guidance. What follows is a down and dirty account of what I did. Give it a try and DON’T forget to season with salt and pepper at the end. Love y’all.

Drop a comment and tell me how it went.

08/14/2026

Beer can chicken. Instructions: get a chicken (dead, gutted and plucked), shove a full can of beer into the chicken’s cavity, carefully place on a hot grill beer can up, close the lid, cook for an hour-ish while keeping your grill in the neighborhood of 350 degrees F.

Stay tuned for how to get those Italian Beans and Greens in your life.

08/06/2026

Made black and yellow burritos for Tasty Thursday on KOKH FOX 25 News, Oklahoma today. High in fiber, bringing the protein, and as always full of flavor!

07/02/2026

Wow! This is great. Oklahoma grown and ground flour for all! Check out Willow Creek Farms Pantry. Can’t wait to try it.

06/11/2026

Healthy food shouldn't feel like a chore. It should be the highlight of your day! 🌿

Thanks to Chloe and Adam or Fox 25’s Good Day Oklahoma. I had a blast sharing one of my favorite recipes that showcases veggies exciting side. We grilled up summer squash, red onion, sweet bell peppers, and mushrooms, but the real star was the dressing: a vinaigrette with a secret ingredient—anchovies! 🐟🍋

Yes, anchovies! The lemon and vinegar mellow them out completely. No fishy taste, just savory umami goodness

This is exactly what I do for my clients. 🗣️💡

Many people tell me they don't get enough vegetables because they don't know how to make them taste good, or they think healthy cooking is too complicated. My goal is to show you that flavor, fun, and ease are the keys to unlocking a healthier lifestyle.

Working with me means: ✅ Moving away from boring, bland meals. ✅ Learning culinary tricks (like that anchovy secret!) to elevate simple ingredients. ✅ Creating a sustainable plan where you actually look forward to dinner. ✅ Gaining the confidence to cook restaurant-quality food at home.

You don't have to guess what works. Let's turn those vegetables into your new obsession.

Ready to eat better and taste more? 👉 Visit my website to check out my services, book your discovery call, or find recipes and tips: https://theskillfulspoon.com/

Watch the full segment below to see the recipe in action! 👇

https://okcfox.com/news/morning-news/tasty-thursday-the-garden-grill-summer-squash-bell-peppers-onion-garlic-mushrooms-oil-anchovy-lemon-vinegar-good-day-oklahoma

Let's make your plate as colorful and delicious as it is nutritious! 🥗✨

05/30/2026

Little by little, convenience replaced skills that once kept families fed, connected, and self sufficient.

05/26/2026

If you’re looking for a dish that’s bright, nourishing, and full of feel‑good crunch, my Sunshine Wheat Salad is officially here to make your day a little sunnier. This vibrant whole grain wheat berry salad is packed with colorful veggies, sweet pops of dried cranberries, toasty sunflower seeds, and a zesty lemon‑red wine vinaigrette that ties everything together.

It’s hearty enough for lunch, fresh enough for summer, and wholesome enough to keep you feeling great. Whole grains bring fiber, protein, and that perfect chewy bite — proof that nutritious food can also be incredibly satisfying.

Give it a try and let me know what you think. I love seeing your kitchen creations.

https://theskillfulspoon.com/2026/05/26/sunshine-wheat-salad/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=jetpack_social

05/26/2026

Sunshine Wheat Salad on Fox News Good Day Oklahoma’s Tasty Tuesday! I had a great time cooking with Wayne and Chloe, check it out.

Good Day Oklahoma's Wayne Stafford and Chloe Boudames are joined byJessica Gebhart with a fresh, easy recipe that you can put together in just a few minutes.In

05/20/2026

There’s a quiet truth in the kitchen: when we simplify our ingredients, we often unlock better health. Constraint breeds creativity, turning scarcity into some of our most nourishing dishes. But beyond the history, there’s a modern benefit to returning to basics.

Take a bowl of pinto beans and cornbread. It’s not just a story of resilience; it’s a powerhouse of fiber. Yet, fiber is one nutrient Americans consistently fall short on, and that gap shows up in our energy levels, digestion, and long-term health.

Here’s the win-win: By embracing simple, whole foods like beans, you’re doing two things at once. You’re minimizing the impact of rising grocery prices on your budget while simultaneously flooding your body with the nutrients it craves. You improve your health and your wallet in the same bite.

It’s time to stop overcomplicating nutrition and start trusting the power of simple, whole ingredients. If you’re ready to build a diet that supports your health without breaking the bank, let’s talk. Reach out for nutrition counseling or for an in-home cooking lesson where we’ll master the art of making the ordinary extraordinary. 🥣🍞✨

The fiber craze is pushing more people into the broad world of beans, as the U.S. bean industry looks to double American consumption of pulses by 2030.