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Crispy Basil Leaves & Marinade for Tofu or Chicken

2010-05-01T12:13:00.000-07:00

My CSA box came with a glimpse of summer a few weeks ago: a small bag of beautiful basil leaves. It was a bit unexpected, and I was at a loss for a clever way to prepare the beautiful leaves. Pesto seemed too obvious and my husband vetoed that idea. He suggested a Thai basil...

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So Many Fishes In the Sea

2010-04-20T19:01:00.000-07:00

I've been very busy at school, a condition that's likely to persist for awhile. I'll be posting less frequently until things quiet down a bit. ___________________________ If you're like me, you may find the vast amount of food and nutrition information out there to be a mixed...

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Oh My...Flourless Brownies

2010-04-07T19:19:00.000-07:00

These completely flourless brownies are what memorable dessert dreams are made of: every bite is moist, rich, intense, and completely delicious. You'll not only take little nibbles to make the pleasure last just a little bit longer but you'll most likely commit to making another batch...

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Food for Thoughts

2010-04-01T20:56:00.000-07:00

I thought I'd share this short trailer for Joel Salatin's new documentary: Fresh the Movie. Joel and his unique sustainable farming practices were featured in Michael Pollan's book The Omnivore's Dilemma and Robert Kenner's movie Food, Inc. Works like these do the important job of...

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Gratin Dauphinois--Scalloped Potatoes French Style

2010-03-25T17:42:00.000-07:00

I've decided to give you a break from all the chocolate recipes and go back to something savory. For this recipe, I reached back to childhood memories of my mother's Gratin Dauphinois: a casserole made from layers of potatoes, crême fraiche (french sour cream) and cheese. I am...

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Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

2010-03-19T21:32:00.000-07:00

I grew up on Nutella and pain brioché (a rich and buttery bread popular in France). My family could empty a jar at light-speed, no problem. Once looked at as a gourmet product, it is now everywhere: on the shelves of Costco and at your local grocery store. These days I prefer to make my own...

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Amazing Teff Chocolate Chip Cookies

2010-03-15T18:52:00.000-07:00

These unusual cookies came about out of necessity: we were in the middle of our weekly family night pizza dinner when I realized that we had forgotten about dessert. Within fifteen minutes, and with the help of two of my children, a big batch of scrumptious cookies was baking in...

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Creamy Chocolate Goodness

2010-03-09T20:16:00.000-08:00

I can do without a treat on most days but every once in a while a creamy, rich, delectable dessert calls to me--and it usually involves chocolate. Silken tofu is the perfect conduit for the rich taste of dark chocolate. It has other traits to recommend it as well: it is packed...

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Crockpot, or not, Albóndigas Soup

2010-03-02T20:04:00.000-08:00

Winter started out in the Fall this year with pipe-bursting temperatures. Although mother nature has been kinder to us with the new year in the Northwest, I still crave steaming pots of bubbling soup when I come home from a full day of classes. I have become a bit of an expert at...

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Indian Flat Bread

2010-02-20T10:43:00.000-08:00

It's been a busy week. Cooking and baking is a way for me to relax and get centered when my schedule gets too hectic. It slows me down and grounds me to what's truly important: my family. I know that if I cook Indian food, it will put a smile on their faces. Over the years,...

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Sweets for Your Sweetie

2010-02-12T15:17:00.000-08:00

Valentines Day is as good an occasion as any to share some memorable food with the people you love. I've put together a list of spectacular desserts to celebrate with your valentine: Chocolate Caramel Baked Pears Figs Stuffed with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream Lemon...

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Apple Cranberry Tart with Super Easy Crust

2010-02-08T20:12:00.000-08:00

People who are too intimidated to make pie will tell you that their Achilles' heel is the crust. I confess that I too have uttered my fair share of French words in the process of making pies in the past--but no more. This recipe will make a pro out of you. It requires very...

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Almond Muffins with Cocoa Nibs

2010-02-05T09:53:00.000-08:00

I started using cocoa nibs in my baking a little over a year ago. I especially like the nutty texture and slightly bitter chocolate taste they impart to my muffins. These little bits of goodness are made of the roasted cocoa bean that has been separated...

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Picadillo with Sauteed Almonds

2010-02-02T05:00:00.000-08:00

Picadillo is a Cuban dish. This recipe is probably not very authentic but it makes for one delicious meal. I have adapted it from a wonderful cookbook called: The 150 Best Slow Cooker Recipes. My friend Marieke gave me the book as a gift years ago and I have been putting it to...

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Interviews with Michael Pollan

2010-01-29T11:12:00.000-08:00

If you're like me, you enjoy reading and hearing about relevant health and nutrition issues. Michael Pollan's books are informative and open your eyes to the many problems in our diet and food supply. Here are some links to recent interviews about his new book Food Rules. Epicurious...

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Gluten Free Crunchy Bread

2010-01-26T18:54:00.000-08:00

When was the last time you sunk your teeth into a decent crunchy gluten free bread? With its crunchy crust and chewy interior, this bread is perfection straight out of the oven. The leftovers make great french toast the next morning. Did you know that french toast is called...

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Colorful Salad with Avocado Cilantro Dressing

2010-01-21T19:20:00.000-08:00

Fresh is in order even in the Winter months. It provides a much needed burst of sunshine. Making a salad dressing at home takes only minutes can elevate a boring salad to something spectacular. I used frozen avocado for my creamy dressing. It works great when this...

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Spinach and Bean Enchilada Casserole

2010-01-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

Some favorites are born out of necessity. Although I have been making this dish for many years, I still remember how it came about: I needed dinner, I had very little in the fridge and going to the store was not an option. I combined refried beans with spinach into an enchilada dish...

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Gluten Free WholeGrain Baking Fun

2010-01-15T06:00:00.000-08:00

A while back, my friend Marie gave me the most delectable jars of homemade Quince Jelly. Any excuse is good for making some homemade bread, so I set out to provide a delivery-device for this lovely jelly. This earthy bread made good use of the quinoa flakes in my pantry and provided the...

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Amaranth Black Bean Patties

2010-01-12T06:00:00.001-08:00

I am not sick of amaranth yet. This will, however, be the last post on this minuscule seed for awhile. I am on a mission to make my life both more nutritious and convenient. My children and I are in school all day. We all prefer brownbagging over scrambling to find...

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Amaranth Continued...Spinach Amaranth Herb Salad

2010-01-07T06:00:00.000-08:00

In continuing with my Amaranth exploration, here's a lovely, refreshing salad that will bring some much needed sunshine to gray days of Winter. My family loved this creation so much they asked me to make it again before they were even done with the first batch. I've put it on my list of...

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Amaranth: packed with nutrition

2010-01-04T06:00:00.000-08:00

Amaranth is commonly referred to as a grain because of its appearance and nutritional profile. It's actually not a grain at all: it's the seed of a beautiful flower called Amaranthus, said by gardeners to be very easy to grow. Both leaves and seeds are edible and enjoyed...

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New Year's Resolution: great foods for 2010

2009-12-31T13:28:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!!! The New Year is a time for resolutions, the perfect moment to make small changes that can have a great impact over time. I usually fix on at least one health- or diet-related resolution. This year is no exception. I have two overarching goals for...

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Ending the Year On a Sweet Note: Walnut Cookies with Chocolate

2009-12-30T10:10:00.000-08:00

Months ago my sister sent me an email with a recipe for walnut macaroons. She wrote that they were deliciously addictive, and that I just had to try them. I meant to make a batch right away but got busy and forgot about it. With all the holiday baking, I ran out of a lot of...

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Birthday Wishes and Cake for the Birthday Boy!

2009-12-27T19:56:00.000-08:00

December is always super busy for us--as it is I am sure for a lot of people. On top of holiday events, we celebrate two birthdays with a fun outing, a special meal and a homemade cake. This year, I took my husband to paint a bowl with me at our local paint-your-own pottery place. It...

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