Winter. Spring. Summer. Even autumn. Pick your poison.Whether you’re in love with the wholesome goodness of a winter casserole or layer bake, the fresh green of springtime asparagus, the summer feel of zesty and tangy lemon, or the root vegetable ranking of fall, this light, yet rich and creamy layer bake has got it all!…
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Loaded with smoky “ranchero” Mexican flavors and super creamy cashew sauce, AND made entirely from scratch, this meat-free lasagna is for BOTH carnivores and vegetarians alike! 🙌🏻 It’s saucy and juicy, fresh and packed with flavor. The secret weapon is this: HERDEZ Salsa Ranchera: a unique blend of peppers and spices to make a salsa…
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While a traditional Caprese Salad is typically made with fresh mozzarella cheese – oh, sweep me away to Italy forever any day – THIS “caprese” is served over a roasted sweet potato and consists of sweet and tangy mascarpone cheese. It sits under the broiler and is topped with a sweet balsamic reduction, lemon oil,…
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Upon entering one of my favorite yoga classes in early September, I was greeted with a GINORMOUS bowl of fresh peppers and tomatoes.“They are to share,” he said.“Really? All of these?”“Yes, let’s divide them up. I have SO many!” SCORE! I left with a tired body, refreshed mind, and a bundle of fresh veggies. The…
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It’s a snap to make.Brian told me to say that.I’m actually not quite sure what to say in regards to this recipe other than it’s extremely enticing, extraordinarily delicious, and truly a “snap” to make.Pick up your snap peas and chile pepper at the store, along with your creamy and decadent Ricotta Salata, and some…
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Sometimes you want to craft and cater to a crowd. And, sometimes you simply want to serve yourself.A piping hot bowl of spicy tomato soup and a toasty grilled cheese sandwich is just the solution for eating in solitude.It serves so many salubrious purposes: nourishing the body, warming the heart, and soothing the soul: grilled…
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The Starry Night is an oil on canvas by the Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. Painted in June 1889, it depicts the view from the east-facing window of his asylum room at Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, just before sunrise, with the addition of an idealized village. It has been in the permanent collection of the Museum of…
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One of my best friends growing up came from a Korean household. This meant that much of my time spent with her was spent enjoying a plethora of Korean cuisine. (No, I never did grow to enjoy the smell of kimchee). It also meant I created many a memory of scooping out the last of…
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