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A Dietitian’s Low-carb Weight Loss Journey: Day 3, 4, and 5

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A Dietitian's Low-carb journey: Day 3,4, and 5

I’m a Registered Dietitian and I never thought I would do this…but, I’m doing it. I’m following a low-carb diet, at least trying to. My […]

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What I’m Working On Right Now

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Wouldn’t it be nice to merely consult a beautifully, laminated chart, written by a registered dietitian that tells you what to cook, how to make it and even provides your shopping list for the week?!  Why haven’t I done this before?!

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How to Vegan

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If you’re looking to eliminate all animal products in your diet, you have obviously done your research and are aware of the benefits as well as the challenges of going full veg.

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One Skillet Soy & Sriracha Chicken with Carrots

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One Skillet Soy & Sriracha with Chicken and Carrots

Did you know that cooking in cast iron can increase the iron content of your food?  Iron requirements rise significantly during teenage years

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Achcha Khana (Good Food)

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Hali Aloo, turmeric roasted potatoes found in post titled 'Achcha Khana (Good Food)'

 I was fairly new to Indian cuisine when I visited London and fascinated by the orchestra of new flavors.

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Signs That Show You Need a Sheet Pan Meal…

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steak and veg on sheet pan, seasoned and ready to roast for Steak, acorn squash and brussels sprouts sheet pan meal

Signs That Show You Need a Sheet Pan Meal… When you wake up in the morning and the first thing on your agenda…

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Veggie Flapjacks

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Amazingly delicious veggie flapjacks you can't stop eating

I’m always looking for ways to get kids to like vegetables.  Does it always work?  Absolutely not.  Is it important to keep trying? Certainly! Many […]

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How to Make a One-Pot Dinner You Won’t Forget…

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Chicken and Mushroom with Sage Casserole

This is a recipe that is a bit sentimental to me.  I haven’t seen or tasted it since the first meal Mike made for me. […]

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Coconut, Curry Lentil Soup

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Coconut Curry Lentil Soup

Forgive me for my recent lack of posts.  We’ve been doing a bit of traveling, some crafting, a deal of Christmas shopping, decorating and a […]

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Knock Your Socks Off Veggie Burger

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Knock Your Socks Off Veggie Burger

This is a very messy burger.  But, if a burger ain’t messy, it ain’t a good burger ya’ll!

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Think Outside the Pizza Box

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I love using Naan bread to make homemade pizza.  If you have a picky crowd, you can personalize each round.

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A Family Favorite

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I love soup because you throw it all into one pot and serve up a complete meal that everyone loves.

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It’s All About the Bowl

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Roasted butternut squash quinoa with browned butter and sage

Breakfast bowls, Greek bowls, burrito bowls, Buddha bowls…a side dish, a main dish, a great packed lunch!  I like this new fad!  Here are a few things you can put in your quinoa bowl

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Wishing to be Clever Enough to Come Up with a Name Like Epicurious

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this is a low-calorie, low-fat meal.  I even think we will have room to add a reasonably-portioned dessert!

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Gonna Need to Run Extra Miles for This One…

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Despite my early morning anguish, I did it anyway to watch Food Network’s “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”.  One of the featured chefs spoke of these Asian garlic noodles that he had in Los Angeles.  I had to have them!!!

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Chicken & Arugula Cacio e Pepe

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  Cacio e pepe in Italian means cheese and pepper.  This is a pasta dish with few ingredients and is simple to make.  I found […]

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Funny Story About Pho

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Pronounced “fuh”.  Fuhnny, huh?  The first time I ever had it, I wanted to try the full deal.  No Americanizing for me, please.  I want […]

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So, is it “mih-nuh-STRO-nee”or “mini-strohn”?

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Debatable.  That’s what I’m making for dinner.  Another one-pot-wonder.  I’m aaaaall about a complete meal in one dish when I’m making dinner for the little […]

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Moroccan Chicken, Roasted Curry Cauliflower & Indian Dahl

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Beans, peas and lentils contain phytosterols, isoflaones and saponins that prevent colon, breast and ovarian cancers and prevent cancer cell multiplication.  

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