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This Shrimp Taco Dip is just pure fun – perfect for a summer barbeque and sure to be the talk of the party. One of my boys plays baseball in high school and the parents are always looking to have some fun at the games. This past week, the parents organized a tailgate party so [...]
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If you’re looking for a healthy sweet snack, you should give these Quinoa Muesli Date Plum Energy Truffle Balls a try – they are packed with whole grains, nuts and seeds, and naturally sweetened with dried dates, dried plums and honey, plus they’re gluten-free. Finding a good gluten-free protein bar or energy bar in the [...]
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This Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip is great for entertaining – it takes just 5 minutes to assemble. A few weekends ago, I threw a belated celebration party for my husband’s winter paddle tennis league. As a food blogger, there is always a little pressure when I entertain – people expect good food and [...]
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Pancit Bihon or Stir-Fry Rice Noodles with Meat and Vegetables is a popular dish in the Philippines and often served for birthdays. The seasonings are typically soy sauce, fish sauce and fresh citrus juice. Noodles were actually introduced to the Philippines by the Chinese, and are traditionally served at birthday celebrations. We have four birthday [...]
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This Chopped Mexican Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing is perfect for lunch or as a side dish at a Spring or Summer barbeque. Chock full of black beans, roasted corn, avocado, red bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and red onion, this salad has lots of textures and will keep you coming back for more. This past [...]
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This recipe for Turkey Mushroom Sloppy Joes is so flavorful, no one will even think these are on the healthier side. Made with lots of mushrooms, which are naturally rich in umami, this is an economical recipe that stretches a pound of ground turkey to feed a family. I used to make Sloppy Joes for [...]
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These Stir-Fry Green Beans are perfect for everyday meals and take just five minutes to cook. A little sweet, a little salty, these green beans are very kid friendly. I try to mix things up on a daily basis by serving different vegetables each night. This approach has not only expanded the number of vegetables [...]
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These Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Tacos are not only fun to eat, but they’re popping with texture and flavor. I love Huevos Rancheros as a hearty brunch. The fresh salsa, avocado and cilantro toppings add lots of color and texture. It’s a filling meal, but healthier than the typical breakfast platter of eggs, bacon and potatoes. Although there [...]
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This brain-boosting Ahi Tuna Sandwich with Spinach Avocado Pesto is packed with antioxidants and anti-flammatory ingredients, made in hopes of preventing Alzheimer’s Disease through the foods we eat. Recently, I’ve been reading about the healthy benefits of the Mediterranean Diet (a 30% reduction in the risk of major cardiovascular events) as well as the connection [...]
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These Creamy Mashed Cauliflower and Potatoes are really good – I mean it. I’ve served it multiple times to my kids and no one has uttered a word except to say that these are REALLY good! Recently, I served these mashed cauliflower and potatoes with some Barbecue Chicken Meatballs (and steamed Broccoli with Toasted Garlic [...]
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Hug your kids and loved ones more. Hug them tighter. Each day is precious. Last Friday's tragedy in Newtown, CT, less than an hour away from our home, … [Continue Reading...]
This Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip is great for entertaining - it takes just 5 minutes to assemble. A few weekends ago, I threw a … [Continue Reading...]
Pancit Bihon or Stir-Fry Rice Noodles with Meat and Vegetables is a popular dish in the Philippines and often served for birthdays. The seasonings are … [Continue Reading...]
This Shrimp Taco Dip is just pure fun - perfect for a summer barbeque and sure to be the talk of the party. One of my boys plays baseball in … [Continue Reading...]
These Creamy Mashed Cauliflower and Potatoes are really good - I mean it. I've served it multiple times to my kids and no one has uttered a word … [Continue Reading...]
Fried rice is such a common dish in our household that I wouldn't even think to post a recipe for it on my blog, except for the fact that it's so good … [Continue Reading...]
One day two summers ago while our family was on vacation, we were served little shot glasses of green smoothies at breakfast. Who can resist anything … [Continue Reading...]
These decadent looking Skinny Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits are deceptively light compared to traditional cheesecake - the secret ingredients in this … [Continue Reading...]
Is there such a thing as a healthy cookie? I don't know, but I can tell you that the Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies that I'm sharing today are … [Continue Reading...]
