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10 November, 2016

Apple Cinnamon Cranberry Sauce

Cranberries are in season and they have quickly become one of my favorite ingredients to work with in the fall.  While you can easily find fresh cranberries only a few months a year, I like to enjoy them all year round either frozen...

31 October, 2016

Bacon Wrapped Basil Stuffed Mushrooms

Kick off the holiday season in style with Bacon Wrapped Basil Stuffed Mushrooms. A couple of weeks ago, my husband and I went on vacation to the Florida Keys for a little rest and relaxation.  We went to a cozy spot...

12 October, 2016

Savory Butternut Squash Crisp

I find inspiration in so many different ways.  From recipes that I’ve already made and enjoy, from foods that are in season, or from dishes that I eat while traveling. I came up with this new recipe using a couple of...

3 September, 2016

Watermelon Lime Ginger Slushy

Summer is nearing its end and while I am looking forward to fall, especially here in hot Arizona, I am going to miss all the fresh fruit in season right now.  While Labor Day weekend is dedicated to honor the...

31 August, 2016

Grilled Zucchini with Pea, Mint, and Ginger Pesto

All you need is a few ingredients and a few minutes to create this grilled zucchini with pea, mint, and ginger pesto.  Fantastic recipes sometimes happen by accident.  I was grilling some beautiful zucchini and wanted to add a sauce...

15 August, 2016

Spirulina Chia Pudding

What the heck is spirulina?  You may be asking yourself this very question right now.  Don’t feel bad if you haven’t heard of it before because I didn’t know much about it until about 5 years ago.  Ever since I learned...

7 August, 2016

Gut Supporting Iced Tea

Numerous traditional diets emphasized the use of herbal teas made from plants that would otherwise not play a large role in the diet.  Herbal teas were a way to ensure a diverse and robust nutrient intake.  These traditional societies knew...

1 August, 2016

Massaged Mexican Kale Salad

Taco salads are probably one of my favorite meals.  I usually eat homemade taco salads are least twice per week but I could eat one everyday of my life.  One reason I make them as often as I do is...