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Weeknight Wonders: Szechuan Green Beans and Tofu Stir Fry
We have embraced our empty nest status and continue to focus on creating a less hurried lifestyle (still a struggle) and rising to the challenges of cooking for two. Until recently, I was not sure what I felt about tofu. Tofu is essentially mashed soybean curd. Does that sound appetizing to me? No, it does
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Scenes from My Pantry: Coconut Chicken Corn Chowder
Soup is on! One of my favorite ingredients in soup is coconut milk. Coconut milk provides a smooth and creamy base without the heaviness of cream. This recipe not only delivers coconut milk as a layer of flavor but the base of the broth is simmered with fresh corn cobs to release the milky sweet
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Table for Two: Lasagna Baked Penne
“Quiet the mind, and the soul will speak“~ Ma Ja Sati Bhagavati As the idea of becoming an empty nester started to really take hold, so did the notion of making a real change in my perspective and priorities. My mind and body are in constant motion providing a free uninhibited physical and mental space for
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Scenes from My Pantry: Tabbouleh Summer Salad
Tabbouleh is a Middle Eastern salad traditionally made with parsley, mint, tomatoes, bulgur (cracked wheat) lemon juice and olive oil. Like the spelling of Tabbouleh or Taboule, or Tabouli, the variations are endless. Traditional Lebanese and Israeli versions are focused squarely on the herbs, and the bulgur is meant only to be a garnish.
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Savoring the Season: Grilled Spiced Corn with Bacon
Growing-up there was only one way to eat sweet fresh corn and that was boiled. My corn on the cob was always dressed the same. A corn holder for each side, a pat of butter, salt and pepper. I spent a lifetime eating corn without the slightest of variance. Why? because it was good,
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How Does My Garden Grow: Summer Vegetable Salad
The summer garden is in full swing. The beans are abundant, squashes are arriving, tomatoes are ripening, spring onions are ready, and we have harvested the last of the remaining spring carrots and beets. Mother Nature produces phenomenal flavors and textures, and she intends for you to enjoy it as close to nature as possible.