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Snacks

Fresh, Easy Salsa

August 28, 2010

This is one of the best salsas I’ve had in a while. It requires few ingredients, is all natural, and can be whipped up in no time. It’s not only delicious, but absolutely gorgeous. Ingredients: 1 tomato chopped (or use a handful of cherry or grape tomatoes) juice of 1 lime (add zest if you [...]

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Spiced Okra

August 24, 2010

I found something similiar in last month’s Cooking Light Magazine and adapted it for my taste. This recipe is a perfect way to enjoy the last of the summer okra. It takes no time to make. All you need is okra and a few spices from your pantry. Ingredients: 1/2 pound to 1 pound of [...]

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Curry Cous Cous With Raisins

August 11, 2010

I concocted this little number after reading the recipe for a curry cous cous chicken salad in Women’s Health magazine. I opted to make mine veggie style, featuring similar ingredients. The recipe is a great hodge podge of pantry staples that go perfectly together. Forgot about that long lost box of cous cous way in [...]

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Summer Cucumbers

August 8, 2010

I love cool and refreshing cucumbers in the summer. One of my favorite ways to eat them (a way I experienced frequently in China) is with a light drizzle of oil and vinegar and a little salt and pepper. Mix olive oil and red wine vinegar in a small bowl to taste. Season the cucumbers [...]

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Cocoa Dusted Almonds

August 6, 2010

Hello gorgeous. I picked these up at the supermarket last week and I am so glad I did. Sweet almonds with a light dusting of cocoa = perfection.

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Peanut Butter Power Bombs

August 5, 2010

These peanut butter bombs are crammed full of protein in a single bite- perfect to pop in your mouth before or after a tough workout. Personally, I prefer these when I get home from work, running on empty, and need a pick me up before heading to the gym. I also keep a few in [...]

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Grill Baby Grill

June 27, 2010

Summer is the season for grilling. Below, I’ve shared a few quick, healthy, and inexpensive cookout favorites. I hope you enjoy! Grilled pineapple Crispy grilled baguette with butter, olive oil and sea salt. Grilled zuccini, squash and onions. Dice, coat in olive oil, salt and pepper and wrap in aluminium foil. Toss on the grill [...]

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Pan roasted broccoli

June 24, 2010

This is my favorite way to eat broccoli (haven’t tried grilling it yet so that’s next on my list!). Simply rinse and chop a head of broccoli. Next, place it in a mixing bowl with rough chopped garlic (for a more intense garlic flavor go with finely chopped). Add a good drizzle of extra virgin [...]

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Baked Nachos

June 13, 2010

This is a classic go-to recipe I love to make when friends come over. It’s great for any night of the week, can be whipped up at a moment’s notice, and makes a great snack at parties. It’s a perfect gooey, crispy, cheesy treat- best served with a cold Tecate beer. Ingredients: tortilla chips 1 [...]

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Wheatberries

June 11, 2010

Do you know these guys? If not, let me introduce you. These are wheatberries and they are delicious! Boil them in salted water for a half hour, drain and pop into the fridge. Throughout the week, sprinkle them on salads, overnight oats, cereal, yogurt or eat them plain. They are perfect as is.

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