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22 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
This simple dish taught me to smell, to taste, and to use my intuition. Feel free to add extra herbs or crushed red pepper, whatever you like but do it this way once as well because the simplicity is beautiful. I highly recommend doubling or tripling this recipe because you will gobble it up.+ READ MORE
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22 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
This dish is simple to make but the key to this is getting razor thin slices of potatoes. Again, I recommend a mandolin, but a veggie peeler will do the trick, just be careful. Traditionally, this is to be done with white potatoes (like a russet) but I love the way the sweetness comes through and...+ READ MORE
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22 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Yummy, yum, yum. I love the potato and I hate the freaks who turned everyone into haters. Even if the potato was really bad for you, I'd still eat it. I mean, come on, WHAT TASTES BETTER than a bowl of mashers, a side dish of perfectly roasted and seasoned wedges, or a cone of fries with sea...+ READ MORE
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21 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Man, I love olives. I always have. Not sure why, but even when I was a little kid I was crazy about them. All of them, even the strong and bitter ones and the love affair continues. I don't think a day goes by without me consuming at least a tablespoon of olive oil. For real. It's so good,...+ READ MORE
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21 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
This is so California man. Another wacky dish that's more of a technique than a recipe. Salt and chocolate always perform really well together because salt heightens chocolate's flavor. The olive oil is the icing on the cake. It freezes at first but then blends into the ice cream making a lovely,...+ READ MORE
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21 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
If I find myself suddenly invited to or hosting a dinner party this is a great recipe because these are ingredients that I usually have on hand. In addition to making a great appetizer it can be a full-on meal when served with a salad. + READ MORE
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18 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Man, I don't even know where to start. If you are not eating nuts you are totally insane. They are so good, so healthy, so versatile. And they are everywhere too. Right? Come on people, do I really need to write this blog?+ READ MORE
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18 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
You know what I think? I think mushrooms are the bomb. They're incredibly mysterious, delicious, and if you're into wild ones, they are dangerous too. So exciting. + READ MORE
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18 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
My recipe for the portobellos with gingered sweet potato puree is an easy one, and it's fabulous. I made this up for a Thanksgiving dinner years ago using criminis so they were more of a side dish.+ READ MORE
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17 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Once you start making your own almond milk, you'll never buy it again. It's easy, fresh, healthy, and delicious. + READ MORE
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7 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
The lemon. It may be a classic but it's never boring. Such an exciting and intense fruit. Lemons really wake things up with their acidic juice, making an incredible addition to drinks and salad dressings and drizzled on top of finished dishes. The zest and oils are amazing and versatile too in...+ READ MORE
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7 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
I love a challenge. And Kale gives me one -coz there are a lot of fools out there who say they hate kale. I blame execution and bad child hood memories. I am here to tell you this is one delicious leafy green. It's also crazy good for you. In fact some nutritionists say it is THE HEALTHIEST...+ READ MORE
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1 Nov 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Tests released by a team at the Cork Cancer Research Centre show turmeric can destroy gullet cancer cells in the lab within 24 hours. That's no small deal. Now the question is, are you getting your fill?
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28 Oct 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
Aqua fresca is uplifting and energizing and the jalapeño gives this drink extra kick. Add as much or little jalapeño as you personally enjoy. + READ MORE
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27 Oct 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH | COMMENTS
I was delighted when my brother's partner, Karen, published her first cookbook earlier this year and featured her recipe for Jamaican Ginger Beer. She and my brother found this while eating at Caribbean restaurants in South Florida. I think she begged the chef to give her his recipe and in turn, I...+ READ MORE
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