Cream of Delicata Squash Soup

I’m bringing back one of my old favorites…my Cream of Delicata Squash Soup. I love so many soups, but this one is one of the most cherished! It reminds me of the days I was living in northern Cali in my early twenties when I was just discovering that cooking was to be my path. I…

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Green Veggie Juice

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Fresh green vegetable juice is a great way to quickly detoxify the body, add mega amounts of nutrients, and boost your energy. The idea here is to juice mostly green veggies. You may still want to add 1–2 carrots and ¼–½ beet for extra nutrition and flavor, but beware of adding too many of these…

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Carrot Ginger Soup with Coconut Milk

One of my most favorite soups that I have been making for years. The slowly sautéed onions and ginger create a depth of flavor that matches no other and when mixed with caramelized carrots, chicken broth, coconut milk and my favorite spice combo, nutmeg and coriander, your tastebuds will be delighted and your belly warmed.…

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Summer Squash Pasta Deliciosa

Summer Squash Pasta Deliciosa

[dc]T[/dc]his dish is the perfect showcase of my favorite summer veggies and is cooling and refreshing. I love it so much and could eat it every day. I served this dish at a cooking competition and won Grand Prize, Best Flavor and Most Locally Used Ingredients – all three prizes that were offered! I have served it at parties as well and everyone always raves.

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Creamed Corn (Demystified) – Non GMO, Organic (of course)!

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I know it may sound anti-climactic, creamed corn. But, in this recipe, my friend Jo Reen initiates me in to forgotten tradition. Back in the day everyone had a corn stripper. A device made to remove corn in just the right way as to extract all the creamy goodness. Check this out and tell me what your experience was.

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Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

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Desserts if eaten in moderation and made with healthy ingredients are a sweet treat to be enjoyed on occasion. This pie is one of my favorites. The best of the fall season is offered in this recipe with the rich flavor of sweet potatoes and the deep taste and wonderful texture of pecans. It is…

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Cleansing Spring Soup Salad

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This is one of my favorite things to make when I feel the need to eat lighter and cleanse. It is not only delicious, but also easy to digest. You will basically be putting your salad in the blender and blending it up till smooth and then drinking as if you were drinking a soup.…

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Making Whey and Kefir Cheese

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Whey is useful in many fermentation recipes – as a starter culture for lacto-fermented vegetables and fruits, for soaking grains for proper preparation, and as a starter for many beverages. The yogurt or Kefir cheese is a delicious by-product with beneficial lactic-acid-producing bacteria. You may use homemade yogurt or Kefir or good quality commercial plain…

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Super Simple Seasonal Greens

Hardy cold season greens are one of the most nutritious of vegetables. They are full of fiber and rich in vitamins and minerals. Try this recipe or make up your own. Eating them regularly will help prevent SAD (Seasonal Affected Disorder) in the low light winter months. Eat greens regularly to enhance your health, cleanse…

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Eggplant Summer Squash Parmigiana

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This is a great recipe for the late summer when you still have all these garden vegetables on hand. What on earth are you going to do with them all? Eggplant and tomatoes and squashes, oh my!  Well, don’t despair; this recipe will put them to good use. And it is a different twist on…

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Liver Lovin’ Spring Beet Salad (The Beet Naysayer Challenge)

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I am publishing this recipe for all of you Beet Naysayers out there who think you don’t like beets. I challenge you to try this recipe and then tell me how you feel about beets! This recipe makes beets taste so delicious that I had about 20 people come up and tell me that they thought they never liked beets, but this dish changed their mind…

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