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Cocoa Dusted Dark Chocolate Coated Almonds Recipe (Power Foods)

by Jeanette on January 25, 2013 · 18 Comments

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Cocoa Dusted Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Last weekend, my husband and I shared a special dinner with friends at Elm Restaurant, where chef Brian Lewis showcases inventive and seasonally inspired cuisine. His menu changes each week depending on what’s fresh and in season, and he and his kitchen staff are meticulous in their preparation and presentation of each and every dish, [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, dairy-free, Desserts and Cookies, gluten-free, healthy choices, snacks, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: almonds nutrition, cocoa dusted almonds, dark chocolate coated almonds, Elm Restaurant, heart healthy foods, power foods

Inspiration and Ghanaian Black Eye Pea Curry Recipe

by Jeanette on January 7, 2013 · 25 Comments

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Jollof Rice with Shrimp © Jeanette's Healthy Living

After the flurry of our Christmas Eve Open House, celebrating the holiday season with family and friends, and some much needed downtime in warmer weather, I am trying to get back into some sort of routine. I’ve been laying low since the New Year, reflecting on the year that just passed, and the year ahead [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, Beans/Legumes, Cancer, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy choices, side dishes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: black-eyed peas, community, Ghanaian recipe, inspiration

Easy Stir-Fry Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Recipe

by Jeanette on December 12, 2012 · 13 Comments

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Stir Fry Broccoli and Red Peppers © Jeanette's Healthy Living

I try to make broccoli at least once if not twice a week for my family. Whenever I find a vegetable my boys will eat, I latch onto it – it’s great to be able to expand their vegetable repertoire, and broccoli is so good for them. Did you know that broccoli is packed with [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, Asian, cruciferous vegetables, dairy-free, Family, gluten-free, healthy choices, vegetables Tagged With: Colavita Roasted Garlic Cooking Oil Blend, Fish Sauce, Food Network Fall Fest, Oyster Sauce, Stir-Fry Broccoli, Stir-Fry Red Peppers, Stir-Fry Sauce

Sesame Garlic Kale Chips Recipe

by Jeanette on November 26, 2012 · 17 Comments

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I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We got away to some warmer weather and enjoyed a casual homemade Thanksgiving meal. I woke up early Thanksgiving day and cooked a simple Thanksgiving meal while the boys slept in and then started watching all the football games. Although it took me nearly 8 hours to [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, csa, dairy-free, gluten-free, green leafy vegetables, healthy choices, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: baked kale chips, garlic, healthy kid snacks, Hurricane Sandy, kale chips, nutritional yeast, sesame seeds

Kale Kimchi Recipe

by Jeanette on September 26, 2012 · 20 Comments

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I got lots of kale in my CSA Box throughout the summer and am still getting kale as we go into fall. Throughout the summer, I made plenty of pesto and salads with kale (including massaged kale salad), but as I got more and more kale each week, I started to think of other ways [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, Asian, Cancer, csa, dairy-free, farmer's market, gluten-free, green leafy vegetables, healthy choices, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: Fall Fest, fermented foods, Food Network, kale, kale kimchi, kimchi recipe, Korean recipe

Marinated Portobello Mushroom Salad Recipe (Power Foods)

by Jeanette on August 17, 2012 · 23 Comments

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Mushrooms are one of those foods that sometimes don’t get enough credit. At least, I know I didn’t until I discovered fresh shitake mushrooms, portobello mushrooms, and dried porcini mushrooms as an adult. Growing up, my dad used to make pan cooked white button mushrooms for breakfast in the British style, and for some reason, [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, gluten-free, healthy choices, salads, side dishes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: mushroom salad, mushrooms, portobello mushroom salad, portobello mushrooms, power foods

Kale Basil Pesto Recipe (Power Foods)

by Jeanette on August 10, 2012 · 25 Comments

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I’ve been getting lots of kale in my CSA Box lately and trying to figure out what to make with it. Although I love kale, my kids are not huge fans. But…they love Pesto! So, I decided to try making Kale Pesto tucking in some basil so it would have a familiar taste. After all, [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, Cancer, cruciferous vegetables, csa, dairy-free, dips and sauces, gluten-free, green leafy vegetables, healthy choices, Pasta and Noodles, sauces, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: beet green pesto, broccoli leaf pesto, collard green pesto, kale pesto, leafy greens, pesto, power foods

Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe (Power Foods)

by Jeanette on August 3, 2012 · 28 Comments

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Romaine Lettuce, Avocado and Carrot Salad with Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing

Today, I am featuring a recipe for Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing, a recipe I’ve had for years, but hadn’t made in a while. Honestly, I don’t even know if this recipe is truly Japanese, I just know it tastes a lot like the one that’s served in Japanese restaurants. Recently, I found a big [...]

Filed Under: anti-cancer, Asian, csa, dairy-free, dips and sauces, farmer's market, gluten-free, green leafy vegetables, healthy choices, salads, sauces, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: carrot ginger dressing, carrots, Japanese salad dressing, power foods

Roasted Brussels Sprout Chips Recipe (Power Foods)

by Jeanette on July 26, 2012 · 20 Comments

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I haven’t always been a brussels sprouts fan. My memory of brussels sprouts growing up were overcooked and mushy vegetables that smelled and tasted horrible. However, after I discovered the art of roasting vegetables and the proper technique of cooking vegetables without overcooking them, I learned to love brussels sprouts. My kids are not fans [...]

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Kids Cooking Channel Video – Roasted Corn, Black Bean and Avocado Salsa Recipe

by Jeanette on July 23, 2012 · 14 Comments

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Today, Alex is making one of his favorite dips – Roasted Corn, Avocado and Black Bean Salsa. I’ve been making this as a healthy snack over the past year, so I’m thrilled that Alex learned how to make it himself. This salsa is perfect as a summer appetizer, after-school snack, or on top of grilled [...]