July 22nd, 2008
Talking about basil in last Friday’s audio tip got me thinking about one of my favorite side dishes - quinoa with basil pesto. Quinoa (pronouced keen-wah) when mixed with fresh pesto, makes an easy, healthy and delicious side dish.
For those of you that don’t know, quinoa is a whole grain from South America that’s gaining popularity in
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March 1st, 2008
I found this recipe on the Food Network website and thought it sounded delicious. I embellished it a bit by drizzling on some pure maple syrup. Brussels sprouts have taken on a whole new meaning for me!Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 35-40minutes
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts
3 tablespoons good quality olive oil
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
3/4
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December 1st, 2007
This is a family recipe I’ve been making for years that is incredibly easy and simply delicious.Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 1 Hour
Ingredients:
4 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tbsp. pure maple syrup (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork, place on a baking
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November 1st, 2007
I love this recipe from Real Simple because it’s so quick and easy, yet has an interesting flavor with the addition of fresh ginger. Substitute a natural sweetener for the brown sugar and you’ll feel even better!
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 1 Hour
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1 cup
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August 4th, 2007
Recipe of the Month: Tomatoes with Fresh Basil and Olive Oil
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: None!Ingredients:
1 or 2 ripe, native tomatoes - choose your favorites
Handful of fresh basil leaves
Extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
1. Slice tomatoes and place on a platter.
2. Roughly chop basil and sprinkle on top of
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