LeAnne Campbell has a PhD in Education and over 30 years of experience designing and directing education initiatives, specifically leadership programs, professional development workshops, conferences and curriculum development workshops. She currently lives in the mountains of La Cumbre, Dominican Republic and is the president and founder of Global Roots which is located within the SOMOS Education Center.

Tomatillo Sauce
Tomatillo Sauce

Tomatillos—also known as “Mexican husk tomatoes”—are bright and somewhat acidic. Cilantro complements their flavor profile really well.


Peanut Kale Soup
Peanut Kale Soup

It’s a good idea to make big batches of this dish—it’s one of those soups where everyone goes back for seconds, thirds, and yes, sometimes fourths. If you don’t have kale on hand, use collard greens or spinach.


Tips and Recipes for Growing and Eating Kale
Tips and Recipes for Growing and Eating Kale

Since around 2012 kale has been increasing in popularity amongst consumers. Kale yeah! Now you can learn how to plant, grow, harvest, and cook your very own kale.


Peanut Collard Greens
Peanut Collard Greens

I first had a peanutty dish similar to this when my sons treated me to dinner at an African restaurant. What makes this recipe so good is that I serve it on top of Plátanos Maduros.


Plátanos Maduros – Sweet Baked Plantains
Plátanos Maduros – Sweet Baked Plantains

One of the most common foods in tropical climates, the plantain is incredibly versatile and relatively simple to prepare. Larger than bananas, plantains can be consumed whether they are green or yellow and can be found in most grocery stores.


Sweet Potato and Kale Sauté
Sweet Potato and Kale Sauté

What I’ve learned about cooked kale is that you need to make the perfect sauce. A lemon-mustard sauce with a touch of sweetness from diced sweet potatoes complements cooked kale nicely!


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