This is a great summer salad. It can be made quickly if you have all the ingredients on hand. Keep a can of chunk light tuna in water on hand in the refrigerator. I buy the fresh green beans already cleaned and cut in bags at the store and can be simply cooked in the...
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Trader Joe’s Delicious Bean and Barley Dry Mix for Soup – March 2012
I was on a supermarket tour at Trader Joe's with my new client Carol last weekend. I always thought that I knew every food product on their shelf, but I realized that I missed this dry soup mix. I always ask the friendly workers there about what are the popular items....
Vegetable Lentil Soup – February 2012
This soup is a compilation of recipes that I have looked through and tried to find the one with the highest flavor. I always double the veggies that a recipe calls for. I liked the twist of having the wine along with chicken stock. This is a great lentil soup that...
Roasted Butternut Squash & Apple Soup – January 2012
The smells wafting into your home from the simmering soup are amazing! Mmmmm.. says Annie Muto Makes 4 - 5 servings Ingredients: 1 – 2 pound butternut squash 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 cup chopped tart apple, diced 1 28 oz. organic chicken or vegetable broth 1...
Creamed Spinach Recipe – December 2011
This recipe is a low fat version of your steak house creamed spinach. Active prep and cooking time: 10 minutes Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced 1/2 teaspoon dried onion flakes 12 oz bagged fresh baby...
Roasted Lemon Brussels Sprouts – November 2011
Here's a Roasted Lemon Brussels Sprouts recipe to brighten up your day. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts, end trimmed and halved 1 lemon, cut into quarters and then into paper thin slices 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2...
Orange and Beet Salad – October 2011
Here's an orange and beet salad to brighten up your day. The peppery arugula complements the sweetness of the beets and oranges. Ingredients: 1 bunch of beets, leaves removed (save them for beet greens!) - about 4 or 5 medium sized 2 large navel oranges, peels cut off...
Asian Coleslaw With Tangy Rice Vinegar Dressing
This is such a lovely side dish for chicken or fish. We love the crunch and the sweetness. Ingredients: 1 bag shredded cabbage with carrots (Fresh Express is one brand) 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup rice vinegar 3/4 teaspoon sesame seed oil 1 bunch...
Thai Cucumber Salad
This sweet and tangy summer salad of cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts with just a hint of heat is always a hit at picnics and potlucks. Ingredients: 3 large cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 cup white sugar...
Italian Kale
An easy Italian-style preparation of Kale. The simple additions of balsamic vinegar and minced garlic show off Kale's natural sweetness and rich texture. Ingredients: 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves coarsely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil...