If I were stuck on a deserted island and could choose only one one food to bring with me, it would definitely be the avocado. I love avocados and I eat them almost daily. They are creamy, slightly sweet and fantastic with a spritz of lime and sprinkle of salt. I know of only one […]
Okra is a vegetable commonly grown and eaten in the southern United States. Native to Africa, it flourishes in subtropical and tropical regions, but will thrive anywhere that tomatoes, corn and melons can be grown. The okra plant produces stunning pale yellow flowers that add beauty and interest to any garden; and, the seed pods
Start the new year off right with my healthy Overnight Chia Pudding. This pudding is sweet and creamy without loads of sugar or fat. It’s a nice departure from the holiday cookies and cakes that we’ve all been eating over the last few weeks. Chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, minerals
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This is an elegant, yet simple appetizer to offer during happy hour or as a pre-dinner snack. I will be serving these Pear, Honey and Blue Cheese Canapés on New Year’s Eve with a nice glass of sparkling wine from my friend Lisa, owner and wine-maker of Ridge of Wonders Wine Cellars. She makes a
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The tradition in my family has always been to have a lighter supper on Christmas Eve, followed up by a bigger, more formal meal on Christmas Day. And, even though Christmas Eve dinner is small and informal, it’s everyone’s favorite and always lots of fun. We fill the table with fondue, appetizers, finger foods and
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I suffer from food allergies (shellfish and cashews to be exact), so I understand that foods can affect different people in different ways. With this in mind, I try to create a variety of recipes that can be enjoyed by people with all different eating types and needs. Although I do not have gluten sensitivities,
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During the holidays, I always like to have little bowls of snacks scattered around the house. These snacks make the holidays so special and are great for when friends or family drop by unexpectedly for an impromptu cocktail hour. Some of my favorite snacks to serve this time of year are various types of nuts.
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Roasted pumpkin seeds are a cinch to make and a great snack to munch on in the fall when pumpkins are in season. Use the seeds from pie pumpkins, not carving pumpkins, as they are smaller and softer. Pumpkin seeds are not only a satisfyingly salty and crunchy snack, they are also high in antioxidants
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Sumac is a spice typically found in Middle Eastern cooking. The berries possess a tangy, sour and earthy flavor, ideal for boosting brightness and acidity in dishes in the same way that vinegar or lemon does. There are approximately 250 species of sumac in the world. Species with red berries, produce edible berries, while species
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Whether it’s potato chips or tortilla chips, barbecue-flavored or plain, I love chips. I love them all. They are crunchy, salty and totally addictive. Sadly, chips do not seem to love me, or my waistline. In fact, one serving of my favorite salted potato chips (that’s 15 measly chips!) averages 160 calories and 10 grams
