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Healthy Thanksgiving Appetizer

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Baby Bella Mushrooms Stuffed with Quinoa and Sundried Tomatoes Yield: 20 each Serves: 5 Ingredients: 20 baby portobello mushrooms 1 cup Quinoa 1 cup water 1 shallot ½ cup sundried tomatoes ¼ cup chopped walnut 1 Tbs of butter ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 Tbs fresh chopped parsley ¼ cup grated parmesa

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Chock Full of Chickpeas Salad

Sunday, May 01, 2011

I never thought much about chickpeas until this year.  They were always just the forgotten little add-on at the salad bar.  But after trying them in this simple salad, I am totally hooked.  Not only do they taste great, they are full of protein and fiber.  Oh and they have a fancy name too - Garbanzo.   This salad is co

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Vanilla Milkshake

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Any national day that encourages me to enjoy a milkshake is right up my alley!  June 20 is National Vanilla Milkshake Day!  Here are two recipes for vanilla shakes - low fat and high fat.  Get out the blender and treat yourself to some yummy goodness.  Make one for Dad too, since June 20 is also Father's Day! Low-Fat Ingre

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Raspberry Peach Smoothie Recipe

Thursday, October 14, 2010

If you are like most folks, you struggle to get enough fruits in your diet during the day.  Smoothies are a great way to cure that problem and this one does double duty by acting as a light lunch. When you read the ingredients you might say "Cashews in a smoothie?  That must be a typo."  But cashews give it protein and h

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Brunch of Love

Thursday, October 14, 2010

This Mother's Day, ask for a "brunch" of love! Print this and give it to your loved one as a "hint" of how you want your special day to start - with a wonderful brunch you didn't have to cook!    Pomegranate Mimosa 1 oz pomegranate juice 5 oz champagne thin lemon twist Mix and serve!   H

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Healthy Back to School Lunches

Thursday, October 14, 2010

A healthy lunch is essential for your child to have a productive day at school.  But let’s face it – when you’re putting a lunch together, it’s a lot easier and convenient to throw in pre-packaged chips, cookies and whole meals. Well here are some better options to make a lunch with a punch.  Say NO to:

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