A New Idea for your Butternut Squash!

When it comes to desserts, I don’t have a big sweet tooth. However, one of the things I do love is bread pudding. What’s also really nice about it, is that it doesn’t need to be made only as a sweet dish. A savory bread pudding is also a terrific idea as in this version with Butternut Squash, Leeks and Prosciutto! Super simple and easily adaptable … Read more A New Idea for your Butternut Squash!

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A Versatile Side Dish that goes with Most Anything!

In my last post where I presented a Raw Butternut Squash, Swiss Chard and Kale Salad, I said that I would post a follow up article showing how to use the leftover squash and swiss chard stalks. I created a  gratin using the squash, stalks and some yukon gold potatoes. The part I love best about this dish is that the sauce is made with the cooking … Read more A Versatile Side Dish that goes with Most Anything!

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How to Eat and Enjoy Nutrient-Packed Fresh Whole Foods!

I’m now mid way through my cleanse week and was on the search for something tasty and satisfying for my evening meal. I picked up my Talley Farms CSA box and found it brimming with vibrant fresh veggies that were perfect for tonight’s healthy meal. My research for ideas brought me to celebrity chef Candice Kumai’s, “Clean Green Eats” book. In her book, she offers more … Read more How to Eat and Enjoy Nutrient-Packed Fresh Whole Foods!

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First Night of Hanukkah Feast!

Tradition with a twist was the theme for my Hanukkah menu. I knew it wouldn’t be traditional without Matzo Ball Soup and Latkes so, true to my character, I had to add some variation to my standard recipes. That meant that instead of plain matzo balls, I made them with ginger, fresh grated nutmeg and parsley. Additionally, over the last few years I have been trying out … Read more First Night of Hanukkah Feast!

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Spiralize Your Way to the Most Amazing Meals!

I am embarking on a new journey. It is a journey of Spiralizing and on this journey my goal is to become a “Spiralizing Scholar!” OK, so that’s just the title that I invented for myself after discovering that I could spiralize my way to the most amazing meals. I recently discovered this nifty little kitchen tool and I think I’ve fallen in love – again! One of the reasons it … Read more Spiralize Your Way to the Most Amazing Meals!

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Getting Versatile with Padron Peppers!

One of the best new discoveries I’ve made is Padron Peppers. They are so delicious and simple to prepare, it’s easy to get stuck serving them the same way over and over. However, the fickle side of me just won’t allow that, so I had to start getting versatile with padron peppers! Padron Peppers are small peppers (about 5 cm long), with a color ranging from bright green … Read more Getting Versatile with Padron Peppers!

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