When my son was young, he attended a daycare/preschool in downtown Portland, Oregon, on the first floor of my office building. Not only was it a convenient school relative to my place of work, it was a magical and sweet little school too. The teachers were amazing and so was the curriculum and overall learning […]
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My Fruit Skewers with Yogurt Dip are hands-down one of my son’s favorite after school snacks. I mean, what kid (or mom!) wouldn’t love wooden skewers stuffed with large chunks of fresh fruit and served with a dipping sauce made from Greek yogurt, brown sugar and cinnamon? These skewers are delicious, fun to eat, and
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My Coconut-Chocolate Granola Bars are a great way to fuel up while on the go. They are a perfect quick breakfast or healthy after-school snack for the kiddos. Plus they’re easy to make too. Oats, almonds and shredded coconut are toasted until golden and flavorful and then mixed with hemp hearts and chia seeds to
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I’ve recently discovered that I really like eggplant. In the past, sure, I’d eat it, but it was never a vegetable that I actually craved. That’s since changed, and I’ve been absolutely in love with the little purple beauty all summer long. What brought on this sudden change? I’m not totally sure, but it may
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Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a no-fuss lunch or dinner, my Sweet and Sour Quesadillas are just the ticket. This dish may be simple, but it’s flavors are far from it. These quesadillas are loaded with Asian-influenced ingredients, including scallions, cilantro, plum sauce and kimchi for a beautiful flavor combination that
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My Fresh Strawberry Scones are a delicious version of an American-style scone – massive in size, slightly sweet, and tender on the inside while crisp and caramelized on the outside. These scones pop with strawberry flavor from the fresh strawberries that are added both to the batter and the glaze that is drizzled overtop. They
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Perfectly ripe strawberries are pickled in a tangy red wine vinegar and black peppercorn brine creating the most wonderful accompaniment to any sandwich, wrap or salad. My Pickled Strawberries burst with flavor. They are subtly sweet and tangy, similar to a good balsamic wine. How delicious! To make, add 1½ cups of sliced strawberries to
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Quick pickled carrots are a cinch to make and are great for snacking or adding to sandwiches, wraps or salads. They will easily keep in the refrigerator for up to three months, so I typically make a large batch…they go fast in this house! To start, add two cups of white vinegar, 1½ cups of
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My Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Cakes are pleasant little summer desserts, subtly sweet and full of bright citrus flavor. These cakes are individually sized so they are easy to serve. They also hold up well to the heat and can be easily wrapped and transported to your next picnic or potluck without fuss. These mini
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Caramelized broccoli and melty cheddar cheese are folded into layers of toasted flour tortillas for a quick lunch or dinner that is anything but standard. My Crispy Broccoli Quesadillas may be simple, but they are oh so good. To start, wash then chop two generous cups of broccoli into small florets. Scatter the broccoli into
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