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Baba Ghanoush

Baba Ghanoush

Baba ghanoush is an eggplant-based dish that originated in the Middle East. In North America, it’s used as a dip for pita and vegetables, but in Egypt it’s a side dish. Grilling the eggplant before peeling the skin gives it a delightful, smoky flavor. Baba Ghanoush Ingredients 1 large eggplant (1½ to 2 lbs / [...]

Kitchen Makeover for a Vegetarian Lifestyle

Kitchen Makeover for a Vegetarian Lifestyle

Kitchen Makeover for a Vegetarian Lifestyle Turning yourself into a vegan or vegetarian can be tough if you don’t know what you need or how to cook it. If you buy everything from Whole Foods, then it’s going to cost you.  However, your local grocery store and farmers’ markets can yield better bargains.  Even ordering [...]

Fennel & Blood Orange Salad

Fennel & Blood Orange Salad

Fennel & Blood Orange Salad Ingredients 1 bulb of fennel, cut in 1/2 and remove core 2-3 blood oranges salt & pepper 3 glugs of extra virgin olive oil Preparation Slice fennel as this as possible (use a food slicer or mandolin if available). Peel & supreme the oranges. Save the extra pulp & squeeze [...]

Breakfast Date Cake

Breakfast Date Cake

Cinnamon, brown sugar and dates make a sweet irresistible layer in this moist coffeecake. To save time in the morning, prepare the night before and refrigerate unbaked. Bake in the morning and serve warm. Breakfast Date Cake Ingredients 3/4 cup Sun-Maid Chopped Dates 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional 1-1/2 teaspoons [...]

Corazonas Heart-Healthy Chili

Corazonas Heart-Healthy Chili

This is a great low-fat, reduced-sodium chili that will please a lot of people! Note that it uses chili powder made from pure ground chilies, not chili powder. You can find ground chili in the spice section of most major groceries or in Latin American grocery stores. Corazonas Heart-Healthy Chili Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil [...]

Pear & Pine Nut Salad

Pear & Pine Nut Salad

This lively, inspired salad makes a lovely first course or a light lunch option served with soup! Pear & Pine Nut Salad Ingredients 1 small head of soft leafed lettuce, cut, washed & dry 2 small pears, cubed 200 gr pine nuts, toasted Juice of half a lemon Honey Olive oil Fresh Parmesan cheese Preparation [...]

Brown Family Turkey Dish

Brown Family Turkey Dish

This easy, family-friendly dish was submitted by friends of Tiny Green Mom, the Brown Family! Thanks for sharing a family favorite with our readers! Brown Family Turkey Dish Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves 1 pound ground turkey ¾ yellow onion, chopped Chopped tomatoes or tomato paste (optional) Kosher salt and freshly cracked [...]

Baked Quinoa Adobado

Baked Quinoa Adobado

This spicy dish is great on its’ own or served as a side to a lively salad – up to you on how hot you prefer it to be Baked Quinoa Adobado Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 medium white or yellow onion, small dice 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped 2 teaspoons kosher salt [...]

Mary’s Gluten-Free Apple Crisp

Mary’s Gluten-Free Apple Crisp

You won’t miss the gluten in this delightful Apple Crisp! Mary’s Gluten-Free Apple Crisp Ingredients Apples 5 Organic Granny Smith apples (should be very crisp and tart) ¼ cup sugar ½ tsp. cinnamon 1 small lemon Topping: ½ cup quinoa flakes ½ cup walnuts or almonds (chopped well) ½ cup Mary’s Gone Crackers Original Crumbs [...]

Chicken Marbella

Chicken Marbella

This delicious, succulent chicken dish by Chef Andrew Zimmern is simply divine, and pairs well with Cascal Crisp White Fermented Soda. Chicken Marbella Ingredients • 2 chickens, quartered • 4 garlic cloves, minced • 3 shallots, minced • 2 tbsp dried oregano • 1 tsp coarse salt • 1 tsp ground black pepper • 1/4 [...]

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