My hubby is incredibly talented and extremely gifted in so many areas. He’s a genius ~ a wizard ~ downright incredible. His background and creative mindset is quite different from mine, though. He didn’t come from a “foodie” and flavor infused family. Honestly, who did? I am a rare breed, that’s for sure. There certainly…
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It doesn’t take much to create and devour a REAL FOOD little treat. Really, it doesn’t. Simply the best ingredients, the best intentions, and the best in creative ideas. So, mix up your sweet with a little salty, a bunch of creamy, and a hint of spicy pepper! Honey Peppered Yogurt 1 cup plain, full…
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This amazing, fragrant and sensual creation may be simply (or rather wordily) defined as ~ the natural sweetness of almonds and the inherent smooth buttery softness of creamy cashews coupling so well with aromatic bouquet essence of rosewater and a spicy punch packed by ginger and amazing salt. Ginger Rose Toasted Nuts 1 cup raw almonds 1 cup…
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Every once in a while I get a hankering for something sweet in my life. Well, every day, in fact. But my idea of sweet is a far cry from what makes most sweet tooth’s salivate. I like simple. Fruit. NUTS – yes, nuts satisfy my craving for succor on any day – nut butter,…
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It seems like spring is just around the corner. Oh, how I long for the warm sunny days, the colorful produce, the green leaves, and even the smell of spring and summer. Fresh flowers on the table every day with herbs and fresh veggies from the garden. I’m dreaming ~ lost in my own little…
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“Fragrant with spices and soft from overcooked rice, this Middle Eastern porridge is perfect comfort food.” It’s the perfect comfort food and the ideal in nourishing traditions. warm. soothing. spicy. smooth. strong. subtle. It feeds my soul and fills my heart to prepare food for others. Food that tastes good. Food that feels good. And,…
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Sometimes you just have to go for broke, put in everything you’ve got, and hope for the best. And after one of those days, a decent and decadent reward of some of your favorite things naturally ensues. Rich, buttery, chocolatey oil-cured olives, preserved lemons, a bit of fresh rosemary, the creamy resilience of soft cheese,…
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I have been accused of making some pretty strange meals – odd but utterly enticing flavor combinations – by using what’s left in the fridge. I’d rather be lauded than accused. In fact, I think my ability to create and craft unusual bowls of delight is pretty darn awesome, and outstandingly efficient. Thank you very…
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Overnight oats are a “thing.” They are an internet sensation, in fact. Take up a quick Google search or a gander at Pinterest and you may be shocked and overwhelmed. If you’re not on the overnight oats bandwagon, it’s okay. Neither am I. A steamy bowl of steel cut oats, just slightly sweetened with the…
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Blood oranges are absolutely spectacular. Glorious. Beautiful. Delicious. Bright and bursting orange peels reveal and interior of brilliant scarlet sticky juice. blood. The blood orange is a variety of orange (Citrus × sinensis) with crimson, almost-blood-colored flesh. The fruit is roughly the same size as an average orange, but sometimes can be smaller or larger; its skin is usually pitted, but can be…
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