I am certainly no stranger to sneaking avocado into all sorts treats (avocado mousse), but why do we even need to “sneak?” I’ll eat a creamy, silky, delicious, and decadent avocado all on its own anytime, anywhere.Bring in on, Dr. Seuss!Needless to say, this avocado basil pesto recipe may just be a stroke of genius—especially…
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I truly believe this to be a fantastic combination of flavor – despite the fact that sun-dried tomatoes are still “so ’90s.” That’s okay, we’ll enjoy them here anyway – Sun-Dried Tomato & Beef Basil Toast. Sun-dried Tomato & Beef Basil Toast 1 lb. lean ground beef1 small shallot, minced8 oz. oil packed sun-dried tomatoes,…
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I’ve been dreaming of preparing this dish for weeks now. I’ve not yet discovered why there are so many times in my life when I consistently and repeatedly procrastinate the process of something I know in my heart will result in nothing but loveliness and joy. It just simply happens. …and this dish was both…
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The flavors are intense, yet the subtle amalgamation of seasoning lends itself to extreme complexity with amazing simplicity on the palate in this burst of flavorful indulgence. cardamom fennel pink himalayan sea salt ground peppercorns crusted over organic chicken breasts grilled just perfectly and served with the sweetie goodness of roasted bell peppers it’s amazing…
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I seem to be conquering the alliterations as of late ~ As a child, my favorite grapes were the green ones. They seemed to be a perfect addition to a brown bag lunch eaten in the school cafeteria, or even a great outdoor afternoon snack. As I’ve grown and evolved, so have my taste buds…
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I certainly prefer to be humble – BUT, this is pretty darn amazing! It’s awesome, in fact! I created this, in part, for a competition. The formal consensus has not yet arrived, but I truly believe it’s a winner! Sweet tart fruit, intoxicating basil, the caramel quality of vanilla and dates, and the fiery kick…
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Presentation is highly important in my life. That’s not to say that appearance is everything, but when things look better, they just feel better. A clean house, a well designed display, organized drawers, closets, and cupboards, a tasteful outfit, and a plate of food. Color is a huge part of artful and pleasing presentation. Vivid,…
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I truly delight in fresh rosemary. The aroma elicits a sense of joy, pleasure, and lightness. Yet, simultaneously, the herb is so very grounding. I also just love the fact that rosemary trees can be purchased around Christmas time – just to add a little “extra Christmas” to the mix. Rosemary is not quite as…
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The title says it all. This sauce is “mad good.” I offered a sample taste to a fellow human being. He asked me before allowing the mouthwatering morsel to pass his lips, “is this healthy?” I smiled at him, with a twinkle in my eye. He tasted. He smiled back at me. “This tastes really…
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