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Spicy Ramen Stir Fry with Broccoli, Tofu, and Mandarin Oranges
My post-parenting years begin soon. We are moving from a child focused life, back to our own lives. As parents of two amazing sons, who are fiercely independent, intelligent, humorous, kind and inspiring, this would be the time in our lives we pat ourselves on the back for a job well-done. If only it were
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Stove to Table within 30 minutes: Moroccan Lentil Stew with Raisins
This lentil stew with raisins is considered a traditional Moroccan comfort soup much like our beloved chicken soup. Chick peas, lentils, and golden raisins stew in a savory tomato broth with cinnamon, cumin and red pepper. Dried fruits are a staple in a Moroccan kitchen and the raisins here are a perfect addition
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Savoring the Seasons: Avocado and Pineapple Salad
Cool summer salads like this one makes me want to throw open the patio doors, fire up the grill and let the Florida summer months begin! In spite of knowing, I will regret this comment in August when the swamp heat arrives (laugh). This is a cool summer salad. The fresh flavors, highlights the season
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Weeknight Madness: Pasta Fagioli (Italian Bean and Pasta Soup)
Pasta Fagioli or as it sometimes called Pasta “Fazool” is an Italian style peasant soup which includes two inexpensive ingredients pasta and beans. You just need to add a few readily available ingredients and you have a delicious, healthy and satisfying soup. What I love about this soup is it is forgiving. A little less
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Savoring the Season: Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Apples
The pleasure of simple, warm comfort foods this time of year is irresistible. With cooler weather comes new cravings. Cravings for heartier and more substantial dishes (think homemade mac n’ cheese, mashed potatoes, creamy soups, chicken pot pie and meat loaf). We might crave comforting classic dishes but we don’t like piling on the pounds
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Winding Down with Arugula-Proscuitto Flatbread Pizzas
It has been a crazy, busy, wonderful summer. Time to wind down and relax. Fire up the grill for easy to prepare flat bread pizzas Sit, relax and enjoy. Argula-Proscuitto Flatbread Pizzas Serves 4 Recipe from Food Network Ingredients: 2 pieces lavash or other flatbread, halved 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing