My kids think I’m a little goofy when I gush about a particular ingredient. (I exist so they can make fun of me!) But, seriously, I can rave about asparagus all day long. For many, asparagus is considered a favorite and… Read More
Archive for the ‘Star Ingredients’ Category
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Is Cottage Cheese Worth the Hype?
Move over, Greek yogurt—there’s a new protein powerhouse taking over social media and nutrition circles! It’s safe to say that cottage cheese deserves its newfound recognition as a protein-packed superfood. Affordable, versatile, and backed by science, it fits… Read More
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Meatless Meals More Often
Ten years ago, our dinner always included some sort of “normal meat”. Pork, beef, poultry, fish or lamb were always considered key to the meal. Plus, I married an Irishman who only needs meat and potatoes to exclaim the meal… Read More
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Cool as a Cucumber!
What’s the coolest vegetable? I’d choose the cucumber (although it’s really a fruit). Stick with me here. One might not associate “coolness” with a cucumber, but I sure do. The cucumber is really quite complex…in a good way. It doesn’t… Read More
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The Goodness of Green!
With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner I’ve been inspired to embrace all things green! Green is good, right? When I think of “green”, I think of good things like making environmentally friendly choices, and how the yard turns green… Read More
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Nutty for You!
My dad used to keep a wooden bowl filled with unshelled nuts. He’d crack a few to stave off his hunger until dinner was ready. As kids we loved to search for our favorite varieties or compare who cracked the… Read More
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Citrusy Sunshine!
Aye aye, Cap’n, we’ll not be getting scurvy aboard our ship! (Or in my home!) Unlike sailors of yore, who went for long periods of time without fresh fruits and vegetables, we are able to get vitamin C through our… Read More
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A Spicy Love Affair!
That’s right…I’m having a love affair with some of my favorite spices! And these spices love me back by helping my heart. I’ve always used spices to add flavor to my meals, but after I learned they’re specifically helpful in… Read More
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He Loves His Peanut Butter!
It’s just the best when a dinner-party conversation takes on a life of its own. I like to throw out a question and see where it takes us. Last weekend we attended a party and I asked what I thought… Read More
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9 Easy Tips to Make Delicious Soup From Scratch.
January is National Soup Month. Wow, an entire month celebrates soup. I get it! I love soup too, and it has so many wonderful ways of making us feel good. Kinda like a warm hug! When I was little, my… Read More