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Mushroom, Pecan and Cranberry Tart

I was looking for a Christmas dinner alternative to the traditional roast turkey or ham and came across a European mushroom, chestnut and cranberry tart recipe.  I had two problems with the recipe... it had European measurements that I had no clue what they meant and I couldn't find chestnuts.  I went to four store… Continue reading Mushroom, Pecan and Cranberry Tart

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Potato, Beet, and Apple “Tian”

A tian is a native dish to Provence and is basically a colorful, yummy, simple vegetable casserole.  You might recognize Ratatouille as a tian. I wanted to make something the "looked" and tasted Christmas-ey, so I came up with this idea.  It was easy and very yummy. Ingredients 1 pound of fresh beets 1 pound… Continue reading Potato, Beet, and Apple “Tian”

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Holding on During the Holidays

Before I started my newest lifestyle change I was suffering from aching muscles and joints, couldn't sleep, couldn't move well, and over all, felt like crap.  I thought I was doing all the right things for my body.  I thought I was eating well.  I counted calories.  I counted carbs, proteins and fats.  Now... Now… Continue reading Holding on During the Holidays

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Wendy’s Gnocci in Red Sauce

Ingredients 1/2 medium onion, chopped 3 c mushroom slices 3 gloves garlic, minced 2 c diced tomatoes (I used my home canned tomatoes) 1 Tbs Italian Seasoning 1 tsp pink Himalayan salt fresh basil (I chopped about 4-5 leaves as small as I can) a pinch of black pepper 1 batch of homemade gnocci 2-3… Continue reading Wendy’s Gnocci in Red Sauce

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Black Bean and Sweet Potato Taco Filling

Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes, chopped into bite-size cubes 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp coriander 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper salt and pepper to taste 1 onion, diced 1 15 oz. can black beans, drained 1 c frozen corn 3 T lime juice 2 T cilantro, chopped corn tortillas Directions Place sweet potatoes… Continue reading Black Bean and Sweet Potato Taco Filling

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Tofu Tacos

Ingredients 1 pkg extra firm tofu 3/4 tsp taco seasoning 2 c thinly sliced cabbage 2 green onions, chopped 1 T lime juice corn tortillas 1 small tomato, chopped Directions Cut tofu into slabs and let them drain on a paper towel for about 5 minutes. Then cut the slabs into little squares. Sprinkle the… Continue reading Tofu Tacos

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Spinach and Sun-dried Tomatoes and Tortellini with Roasted Broccoli

Ingredients 1 pkg sliced mushrooms 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 jar sun dried tomatoes 1 pkg tortellini 8 oz fresh baby spinach Cook tortellini per package directions. Cook mushrooms, onions, and garlic in a non-stick pan for about 8 minutes. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and tortellini and cook for 5 minutes. Stir… Continue reading Spinach and Sun-dried Tomatoes and Tortellini with Roasted Broccoli

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Slow Progress is Still Progress

Eight month ago I started a new journey in health.  I had mustered all the courage I had left and visited with my doctor.  He gave me a book that changed my look at health and well being... The End of Dieting by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. (click here to get this book for yourself off… Continue reading Slow Progress is Still Progress

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African Peanut Curry

Servings: 6             Prep time: 15 minutes           Cook time: 6-8 hours Ingredients 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium onions, diced 2 sweet potatoes, cubed 1 Tsp curry powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp salt 2 c vegetable broth 1/3 c peanut butter 2… Continue reading African Peanut Curry

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Penne and Blistered Tomatoes and Olives

Servings: 2                 Prep time: 10 minutes         Cook time: 15 minutes Ingredients 8 oz whole wheat penne 1 pint grape tomatoes 2 Tbs white wine 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 Tbs pitted Kalamata olives, halved 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 1/4 c fresh basil, chopped… Continue reading Penne and Blistered Tomatoes and Olives