Rare Peppers and Kale

Originally titled, “Buena Mulata Kale Stuffed Violet Sparkle Lipstick Pepper,” this blog post and recipe really was a mouthful.Honestly, though, it’s so much more simple than all those words combined.While the words AND the produce is absolutely gorgeous, the premise is actually quite simple: fresh from the garden, rare, heirloom peppers, kale, and Chinese Five…

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Sweet Sake Kale & Cashews

Brian has profound admiration for Dan Ariely.I find it pretty cute – And, it only makes sense. They enjoy observing the same types of things: the brain, behavior, thought…behavioral economics.Both of these men convey the characteristics of genius.They are motivated and motivating.Both men are inspired and inspiring. I truly hope they meet some day. Brian…

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Rosemary Lemon White Balsamic Pork

How about pork chops for dinner? Fall has arrived, indeed, and it seems like the perfect season to sauté some kale and serve over rosemary salted and baked chops. Yum! Rosemary Lemon White Balsamic Pork 3 large pork chops 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided 2 tsp. rosemary salt, divided juice and zest of 1 lemon,…

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Buffalo Chicken Lasagna

Someone in my household really loves buffalo chicken – anything. He prides himself on his “buffalo chicken skills,” in fact. I truly believe he IS the best. He’s got his recipe down! However, he doesn’t often have the chance to practice his buffalo chicken skills, as I’m not a huge fan of the flavors myself….

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Pumpkin Pie Spiced Kale Chips

I adore kale chips. I do. But, I detest making them. I know it’s silly. EVERYONE tells me so. Kale. Olive oil. Salt. Oven. Done. Well, it’s really not that easy for me. If you take into account the cost of the organic kale, the organic nuts and oil, the seasoning and nutritional yeast, and…

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Peanut Butter Pesto

Yes, that’s right. The smooth, creamy, buttery, and salty goodness of freshly ground peanut butter AND the savory, green deliciousness of pesto all in one. What could be more enticing? Well, the addition of sharp cheddar cheese, believe it or not. Yes, peanut butter and cheddar (or almond butter for that matter) with the umami…

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This Is Your Brain on Kale

Kale is nutritious.  Kale is delicious.  I love kale for so many reasons. In an effort to increase the consumption of kale nation-wide, we now have Fifty Shades of Kale AND a call to action: National Kale Day! Eat More Kale This Is Your Brain on Kale Yes, eat more kale.  I totally agree. There…

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