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Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts

December 14, 2012

With the way sweets abound during the holiday season, it’s always good to have some easy, nourishing dishes you can pull together in a snap. My slow-cooker has been in full use these last few weeks. Soups, stews, and roasts often grace our table and I’ve kept plenty of vegetables on hand so I can [...]

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Thanksgiving Round-Up and Giving Thanks

November 21, 2012

I shared some of my very favorite Thanksgiving recipes in past years, so I thought a little Thanksgiving Round-up would be helpful if you’re looking for last minute ideas. Here’s our menu for Thanksgiving: Smoked Turkey (my husband’s specialty) Carrot Souffle Stuffing Green Bean Casserole Mashed Cauliflower Brussels Sprout and Bacon Hash Persimmon Cranberry Sauce [...]

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Mashed Cauliflower (Grain Free, Paleo, Gaps, Primal)

November 16, 2012

Maybe not a fancy dish, but a welcome one. Creamy and buttery, but without all the carbs. Of course, Thanksgiving comes with indulgences, but if you want to save your indulgence for another dish, creamy mashed cauliflower makes the perfect stand-in for mashed potatoes. Have you ever had potatoes turn “gluey”? That doesn’t happen with [...]

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Sweet Potato Casserole (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal)

November 13, 2012

Most Thanksgiving tables regularly feature sweet potato casserole. I enjoy the subtle, creamy sweetness combined with the crunchy, sweet-salty pecan topping. This version isn’t too sweet, but you can add additional honey if you want. Use either cream or coconut milk depending on your dietary needs. You can make the potato mixture two days ahead [...]

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Spinach Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and a Giveaway

October 15, 2012

 As the temperatures drop and we get closer to the holidays, I like to stock my pantry with flavorful herbs, spices and specialty oils. My “can’t-go-without” list looks like this: Pumpkin pie spice Cinnamon sticks Ground cinnamon Dried thyme Italian seasoning Garlic powder Sea salt Cocoa Powder Black peppercorns Pumpkin seed oil Black truffle oil [...]

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Sautéed Leafy Greens

October 5, 2012

It’s been a busy week. A family member was very sick, so I spent most of my week in Texas helping provide care. What a privilege to spend precious time with family, cooking soups, organic, grass-fed meats, and all sorts of leafy greens! We all enjoyed this simple, leafy green recipe. The greens are rich [...]

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How to Roast Bell Peppers

September 13, 2012

Roasted bell peppers are an easy food to make at home, but often times we purchase them from the store instead. Many roasted and jarred bell peppers contain preservatives and additives that are best to avoid if possible. Making roasted bell peppers at home is another small change you can make to move towards a [...]

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Vegetable Tian

July 25, 2012

A few weeks ago I was chatting with Lisa while unloading groceries and our conversation went a little like this: “What did you buy?” “What do you mean?” “Specifically, what did you buy? Have you ever taken pictures of it and posted it on your blog?” “Umm… no. Why? Should I?” “Of course! I want [...]

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Chopped Waldorf Salad Recipe

July 13, 2012

The first time I ever heard of Waldorf salad was late one night while watching Fawlty Towers with my dad. My dad and I love a good laugh and he introduced me to the hilarious comedy starring John Cleese. We would fill up big bowls with popcorn and laugh the night away. The rest of the family [...]

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Green Beans with Prosciutto

June 5, 2012

I truly enjoy our conversation on Facebook. It’s been a great place to ask questions and share ideas. Recently, I asked what kinds of recipes you’d like and many asked for instruction on how to prepare the many fresh vegetables available at the markets. Our family eats vegetables several times a day and I prefer [...]

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