I love citrus. In fact, we kind of have this “thing” going on at home where we either douse everything in lemon or lime. We’re obsessed. And I love cinnamon. It’s sweet and it’s savory all in one. It’s wonderful. Together, citrus and cinnamon are more than wonderful. They are phenomenal. AND, when combined with…
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I adore salads. Fresh. Green. Crisp. Gooooood. I crave them. Yet, sometimes it’s just too cold. I like the cozy goodness of a nice warm meal in my belly. Thus, a salad with lots of greenery, but with the more than welcome accessory of nourishing warmth can and does soothe my soul – not to…
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Bunless burgers are pretty awesome. In fact, burgers and meat are WAY better without a measly, soggy bun that simply detracts from the flavor of the mighty meat. Avocado is pretty great too. And, on a burger – avocado is astounding. To create a an avocado slaw “stack” of sorts, can be a little…
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Sweet and savory have come together again. They have melded and joined into a flavor marriage of complete and utterly divine bliss. The soft and juicy texture of a sautéed apricots, coupled with the sensational depth of a little shallot and wild boar, along with the intoxicating aromatic dignity of fresh basil creates a palate…
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Fresh. Clean. And lean. That’s the name of the game. Cilantro and lime juice lend themselves to fresh and crisp flavors, almost always. Turkey is mean and lean and feels great in the body, after working up a sweat, powering up for the day, or just in general, of course. And the addition of…
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“Arrabbiata” literally means “angry” in Italian. This sauce is red, and it’s hot, and it’s fiercely delicious. There’s nothing angry about it, in fact. It’s just flaming good. (The “angry” term comes from the spicy red pepper goodness it entails). I have fond memories of childhood special occasions of dining out, and always diving into the Penne…
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As the winter weather continues ~ and the cold air chills my bones ~ I find myself longing for the warmth of the southern California sunshine. (And don’t get me wrong, Wine Country always beckons…always). Scents of citrus, creamy avocados, and bright green produce serve to warm my heart and spirit, if not my physicality….
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Wow. That’s a mouthful. It’s a mouthful to say – but when your mouth is full, you won’t be sorry. This is a story of Beauty and the Beast. ~ The Beauty is the romantic Romanesco. Searching high and low, I finally got my hands on this spiraly, bright green gem. I’ve been coveting it…
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Again, a combination of both warm elements and crisp cool crunch in a salad make a meal complete. Warm foods in the belly create a feeling of comfort and true nourishment. Sometimes I just don’t know how we survive on those hot summer days when nothing warm at all appeals, as sweat drips down the…
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Umm…I think I might have just died and gone to heaven. I saw this GENIUS RECIPE from Food52. Uh “genius?” yes. “pretty much the best thing ever?” double yes. In fact, I literally almost cried as I sifted through the beauty of this slippery sweet and sensationally salty concoction. Appetizers don’t have to be much…
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