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Roasted Golden Beets.

  Now I’ve written this before in my other “beet” post but I’ve always been apprehensive of the beet.  I’ve since grown quite fond of them and truly adore the rare golden beet.  I found one organic stand at my Farmer’s Market and almost tripped over myself to grab what he had in stock.  A … Continue Reading »

Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Hummus.

This week I took a foray into baking up pitas.  I have to admit, I knew hummus would come along shortly after.  I mean seriously, how can you eat pitas without it?!  Ha ha.  Well my family gobbled up the first batch of pitas so I’m whipping up another batch.  Click here for that recipe. … Continue Reading »

Mango Jalapeño Salsa.

*Stamped spoon can be found at:   http://www.etsy.com/people/pumpernickelandwry Sometimes you need to lighten up a gray day with some tropical salsa.  Today, is a bit gray and going to be rainy… I thought this would be the perfect way to brighten up dinner.  I make this salsa early and let the flavors blend in the … Continue Reading »

Zucchini Sautéed in Sesame Oil.

I wanted to demonstrate another feature of the Magimix food processor that I’m giving away next Sunday.  Today I thinly sliced yellow and green zucchini that I will sauté in sesame oil right before dinner. I’ll take you on a photo by photo how-to.  This machine was literally thinly slicing without me even having to … Continue Reading »

Israeli Couscous Edamame Salad.

I purchased some Israeli couscous about a month ago and today, finally, decided to finally do something with it.  Do you ever do that?  I was bound and determined to make something fun with it.  After all, it is pasta and how bad could it be? Ingredients: 1 cup of Israeli couscous 1 tablespoon of … Continue Reading »

Cranberry Orange Relish.

  This is one of my favorites.  I love cranberries and oranges together.  Perfect as a side or on your leftover turkey sandwiches.  My youngest daughter loves to make this dish – so it’s totally kid friendly.  Great way to get everyone to pitch in and help with dinner prep.  Also, this can be made … Continue Reading »

Garlic Chobani Mashed Potatoes.

My family clammers for my mashed potatoes.  They are super creamy thanks to my secret that I will reveal in the recipe and with a garlic punch the flavor is totally kicked up.  Chobani adds protein to the dish which we all need.  With Thanksgiving around the corner… you gotta put this on your menu! … Continue Reading »

Unsweetened Homemade Applesauce.

Today is Tuesday and that means two things… a very early a.m. run with B and a trip to the farmer’s market to stock up on fresh fruits and veggies.  Today is a crisp, gorgeous fall day and I couldn’t resist making some homemade applesauce.  My youngest daughter LOVES applesauce and can’t get enough of … Continue Reading »

Easy & healthy mashed yams.

Two ingredients.  Super easy. Ingredients: 2 lbs of yams, washed, peeled and sliced into large pieces 6 cups of water Salt Honey Directions: Bring a pot of water, seasoned with salt, to a boil.  Add the yams and cook until knife tender.  Drain.  In your stand mixer, add the potatoes and beat.  Add honey (start … Continue Reading »

Corn cakes with chipotle yogurt sauce.

Katrin from Running With Devil(ed) Eggs is one of my very best foodie friends on Facebook!  She makes me laugh hysterically, inspires me with her generosity and kindness… I just love her!  I couldn’t resist having her share a delicious treat from her food repertoire & boy she delivered.  These look incredible! Thanks Katrin!!  oxoxox … Continue Reading »