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Feb 24
Tomato and Feta Orzo Salad
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook, stirring often, for about 8 minutes, or until just tender. Drain the orzo, and set aside to cool completely. To the vinaigrette add the orzo, spinach, tomatoes, nuts and parsley. Toss to coat. Fold in the cheese and …
Feb 18
Flour
I wanted to share with you a couple of types of flours that I have discovered and have incorporated into my cooking. The wheat we use today is not like the wheat that was used thousands of years ago. Einkorn wheat contains higher levels of protein, essential fatty acids, phosphorous, potassium, B6, lutein and beta-carotene. …
Feb 01
Sun-Dried Tomato, Feta, & Barley Salad
Barley is a cereal grain with a nut-like flavor and an chewy, pasta-like consistency full of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Besides the barley, this salad is all about the sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese which are two things I love. The dressing is very simple and uses the olive oil the tomatoes are stored in …
Jan 25
Quinoa Salad with Lemon, Dill & Avocado
If you haven’t tried quinoa yet, or if you have and didn’t care for it give it another try. I do not care for it by itself, but love it in a salad. Quinoa (KEEN-wah) is high in protein, fiber, and minerals, but doesn’t contain any gluten. This salad has crunchy bites of vegetables, a …
Jan 17
Creamy Potato, Sausage, and Vegetable Soup
This soup is perfect for the cold, windy, damp day we have had. It’s warm, creamy and comforting. If you are looking to cut a few calories and fat you can always use turkey bacon, chicken sausage and sweet potatoes. Instead of all-purpose flour in this dish I use chickpea flour. It thickens, adds flavor, …
Jan 07
Catalina Dressing
I love making my own salad dressings, and this is now one of our favorites. They are so quick and easy to prepare, and it’s so easy to change-up the ingredients to suit your family’s taste. If you are not using white sugar you can try honey or maple syrup. Instead of red wine vinegar …
Dec 10
Butternut Squash Soup
If you have been to Panera Bread and enjoyed their squash soup, you will love this soup recipe. This is considered a copycat recipe and I think it is dead on. The apple cider, honey, curry, and cinnamon add perfect sweetness and spice. Though this is delicious with a side salad or a sandwich, I …
Dec 01
Caramel Pumpkin Spice Lattes
Do you love the pumpkin spice lattes at Starbucks? Well, now you can save money and calories by making them yourself. These are so quick and easy to make you can enjoy them anytime of day. If you like salted caramel use that instead for extra deliciousness. If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, remember …
Nov 15
Hot Black Bean & Corn Dip
Need a new quick and easy appetizer for this coming holiday season? Look no further, this dip is full of flavor and one bite won’t be enough. Depending on your crowd you may just want to double the recipe! Rotel and cream cheese provide a creamy tomato sauce seasoned with chili powder, garlic powder and …
Nov 03
Apple Cinnamon Swirl Bread
This quick, easy and super moist bread is bursting with holiday flavors of apple and cinnamon. Perfect idea for a hostess gift! Though it is delicious on its own, you can choose to drizzle the simple glaze over the bread. Either way……enjoy! Cinnamon Filling: 1/4 C. light brown sugar 2 Tbsp. butter, softened 2 tsp. …