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Avocado Soup

I got this recipe from my 11 year old daughter.  She and her classmates at Ross Montessori School prepared a Thanksgiving Feast this year as part of a classroom project.  The kids planned the menu, and did all the shopping … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Recipes For Any Day

I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is here, the ski lifts are opening, and Anika is turning 11!  Anika and I have already been to two Thanksgiving feasts AND planned a birthday party.  It has … Continue reading

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Tuna and Ginger Burgers

A friend and great chef recommended this recipe to me from Gweneth Paltrow’s cookbook.  My Father’s Daughter. Tuna and Ginger Burgers 1 teaspoon wasabi powder 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 teaspoon water 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon course … Continue reading

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Fruit Salad Pops!

A Beautiful and Healthy Treat! Is there anything better than an ice-cold popsicle on a sweltering summer day? No need to wait for the icecream man to make a pass through your neighborhood. It is easy to make your own … Continue reading

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Israeli Salad

I adore this simple salad. It is crisp and flavorful and easy.  Delicious served with pita bread slices brushed with a little EVOO.  English cucumbers work well. Ingredients 3 tomatoes, chopped 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped 4 scallions, thinly … Continue reading

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The BEST birthday present EVER!

,And that is saying a lot because this is what I got for my birthday last year……… The hottest pair of shoes I own! This year, my dear friends Inna, Katie and Anna got me a gift that I just … Continue reading

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Roasted Mushrooms and Kale over Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Two weeks ago we had the most delicious meal at my friend Juliana Krys’s house  This sweet potato dish is as beautiful and healthy as it is yummy!  My daughter, Anika loved it!  The original recipe comes from Rachel Ray, … Continue reading

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My Favorite Snack

Also a great breakfast! 1/4 Cup Greek Yogurt Handful blueberries 1 Tbls Chia Seeds 2 Tbls Walnuts 2 Tbls Slivered Almonds Recommend on Facebook Share on Linkedin Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later … Continue reading

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Krissy’s Holiday Appetizer Plate

My friend Krissy always creates healthy and delicious foods that are as beautiful as they are tasty!  Check out the healthy foods on this  beautiful holiday appetizer plate: Kumquats Greek Olives Red Peppers and Snap Peas Goat cheese drizzled with … Continue reading

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Ravioli Toss

Ravioli Toss 4 tomatoes chopped (about 2 cups….grape tomatoes work well) 1 12 ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained, rinsed, chopped 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste … Continue reading

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