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3 Tips for Getting The Freshest and Healthiest Produce

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One of the most frustrating things as a consumer is coming home from the store expecting to be completely satisfied with your purchase only to discover that you’ve been oversold. This is especially true when it comes to the food we buy. Spending all that time looking for the p … [Read more...]

Going Totally Organic Part 2: How Will My Garden Grow?

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Remember all the great things about being able to grow your own food? If not, head on over to Part One of my Guide to Growing Your Own Food posts. In this next installment, I'll share with you guys some tips about choosing where and how to garden in an urban setting and as well … [Read more...]

Vegan/Vegetarian Temptations for the Meat Lover

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I've often thought about how my life would be different if I were a vegetarian. As someone who has grown up with eating a lot of meat, it's a daunting endeavor. For one, I wouldn't know where to start. I've seen recipes and pictures of food that people claim taste like meat but … [Read more...]

Oven Roasted Ratatouille

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Oven roasted ratatouille is a pleasing dish which brings out the taste of the vegetables. Enjoy their succulent sweetness combined with a touch of aromatic rosemary. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large eggplant, cut into 4cm pieces 2 … [Read more...]

Quick and Easy Greek Pasta

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Quick and easy Greek pasta is a delectable recipe which you can prepare in minutes. Use any type of pasta if desired. I prefer using white wine instead of vinegar because of its aromatic flavor. I also like the way it enhances the taste of the tomatoes. Chili flakes or chili oil … [Read more...]

Baked Mushrooms with Thyme and White Wine

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Baked mushrooms with thyme and white wine is an aromatic recipe which would make a great appetizer or tapas. Serve it with crusty bread along with some balsamic vinegar. You may add a pinch of paprika for more spice.   Serves 2 Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons … [Read more...]

Fried Green Tomatoes

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We often see green tomatoes as inedible because they are not ripe enough. This applies to tomatoes that have just sprouted on the vines. Green tomatoes are best eaten when it have a faint tinges of red blush. It means that it is “ripe”, these interesting tomatoes barely turn red, … [Read more...]

Easy Arugula Salad

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Easy arugula salad is a delicious salad dish which can be prepared in minutes. It has a mix of bitter, sour and sweet tastes and variety of textures. You may add fruits such as grapes or strawberries if desired. Serve with meats or a glass of wine.   Serves … [Read more...]

Floret Salad

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Floret salad is a delicious cold salad dish with a lot of crunch and a variety of textures. Make sure not to overcook the vegetables, so that they won’t crumble. Feel free to add sliced hard boiled eggs if desired. You can also use different kinds of dried fruit and nuts t … [Read more...]

Alla Checca Pasta

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Alla checca pasta is a delectable pasta dish which can be prepared in a jiffy. All you have to cook is the pasta, toss in the sauce and you are all set. You may add some chili flakes to give the dish some kick.   Serves 4 Ingredients: 5 large tomatoes, seeded and … [Read more...]

Grilled Antipasto

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Grilled antipasto is a bestseller at parties or cocktails. It is a great dinner starter or after snack. If you have a raclette set, your guests may grill their own vegetables along with cheese, ham and other cold cuts.   Serves 4-5 Ingredients: 1 large red bell … [Read more...]

Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

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Roasted carrots and parsnips is a delicious recipe which is buttery and full of flavor. It is a perfect meal for vegetable lovers, but it will go perfectly well with grilled or braised meat.   Serves 8 Ingredients: 60g butter 2 teaspoon caraway seeds or cumin … [Read more...]

Tamarind, Tomato and Cucumber Salad

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Tamarind, tomato and cucumber salad is a wonderful side to roasted or grilled dishes. This crunchy salad has a bit if spice plus a hint of sweet and sour taste from the tamarind.   Serves 6 Ingredients: 2 teaspoons tamarind puree 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 … [Read more...]

Stir-fried Vegetables in Black Bean Sauce

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Stir-fried vegetables in black bean sauce is a quick and easy dish that you can prepare in minutes. The black bean sauce and kecap manis compliment the different tastes of the vegetables. Make sure not to overcook them because we want them to remain crunchy. If you have the time, … [Read more...]

Eggplant and Banana Dip

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Eggplant and banana dip is a Colombian dish also known as bromia. It is a great appetizer with a tangy and sweet flavor. This yummy dip makes a great spread too. Ingredients: 2 large ripe bananas, peeled and diced 2 large eggplants, peeled and diced 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]