It is summer and burgers are all the rage. Not everyone is a carnivore or prefers a meat patty. A majority of us prefer veggie burgers aka vegetarian burgers. And it’s not because I am from California that I love veggie burgers. I just do. Lately, much improvement has been made to the veggie patty….
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coconut chia seed pudding + raspberry puree
To feel energized and strong all day long it is important to eat a healthy and nutritious breakfast in the morning. Coconut chia seed pudding with raspberry puree is a great breakfast to have on-hand for days when you don’t have time to make a healthy meal. Not only is this coconut chia seed pudding…
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strawberry tres leches trifle
I hosted an event (a psychic party but I’ll post more on that later) at my home and wanted to make a dessert with the strawberries that I had purchased from the truck. It had to be lower calorie and healthy. What I decided on was this Strawberry Tres Leches Trifle, which I had found…
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old-fashioned blueberry pancakes [gluten- and soy-free]
Lately, it seems that a majority of people are going gluten-free. I’m not one of those people; however, I am always interested in cooking healthier dishes for my family and friends. Not sure why, but I have been craving pancakes, so this morning I decided to make a batch of these gluten- and soy-free pancakes…
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lemony edamame dip
When I entertain I like to make something a bit different that my friends wouldn’t normally make themselves at home. Lemony edamame dip is one of those appetizers that will surprise your guests and their . It is a light and refreshing appetizer best served during spring or summer. Living in Southern California, my lemon…
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spanish potato omelet [tortilla espanola]
In my quest to cook healthier meals for my family, I continue to take healthy cooking classes – which I hope to one day teach myself.
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healthy pasta salad caprese
Not that I mind the warm weather – it’s just that it makes seasonal cooking a bit more complex. Pumpkin and butternut squash just aren’t appetizing on these warm winter days. As soon as I know it is going to be another summer like day, I make this pasta salad. You can’t beat it for…
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chia seed + banana muffins
Now that I’m a temporary real housewife, or a “domestic technician” as my hubby calls it, is a busy job, but since I’m no longer working 10-hour days and commuting, I do have more time to exercise. So far, my days have been consisting of 2 daily dog walks – we live in a hilly…
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peanut butter + chocolate energy bars
Most mornings, I’m quickly heading out the door either to go to work, walk the dogs, or bike ride. Normally, I never know what kind of busy morning awaits me. For those busy mornings, I love to grab something that is all ready made, for a quick and easy breakfast to go. These Peanut Butter…
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italian minestrone
I make this soup when one of my family members are sick, or for a light but comforting dinner. Use leftover chicken with carcass intact, or do what I do….purchase a whole roasted chicken from the market. The rind from the Parmesan cheese cooks into the soup, adding a slightly sharp nutty flavor, and your…
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chicken pot stickers + sweet soy dipping sauce
From him, I developed a passion for Chinese food. My Step dad loved to cook. He would make us, specialties such as char sui pork, steamed lobster, shrimp or pork shumai, pot-stickers, fried won tons, egg rolls, and the best tasting taquitos ever! Not Chinese, but to this day, those taquitos were the most amazing taquitos I have…
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roasted butternut, pear + curry soup [vegan + clean eating]
Now, I must put away my flip-flops and bring out my fuzzy warm buggs. So ready for the changing season that I have begun cooking up some fall dishes. Such as, this velvety slightly sweet with a hint of spice roasted butternut squash soup. The sexy hourglass shaped fruit, known as the butternut squash, is…
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easiest posole
Summer is coming to a close and now it’s time to start cooking warm and comforting meals, such as this quick and easy posole. Posole is a Mexican stew normally made with pork. However, this posole does not contain any meat, perfect for vegetarians, making it more of a soup rather than a stew. Use…
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Slow-Cooker Salsa chicken tacos, cilantro pesto + pico de gallo
For me, this means more traffic during my 1 to 1-1/2 hour commute home, not to mention that it starts getting darker earlier, and everyone is starving for dinner by the time I finally arrive home. That would be around 7PM. And yes, I still come home and cook my family dinner…on most nights. To…
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gazpacho + cilantro pesto
Our 16 year old and I love to go to this little pet store in the Valley that specializes in tea-cup breeds, and provides an area where customers can sit and play with a puppy of choice. Anyway, there was the cutest black and white fur ball of a puppy. He was the one that we…
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ahi tuna poke+ sea-salt and pepper wonton crisps
The other weekend, we attended the Hula Hog Luau, which the beach club we belong to holds annually. Prior to the Luau, we invited a few of our close friends over for appetizers and cocktails. I served Thai food appetizers from our local Thai restaurant, but the biggest hit was this Ahi Tuna Poke +…
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healthy swiss muesli
This is a rarity, for someone is almost always home. Last night, knowing that my hubby and daughters would be leaving early in the morning for a day of fishing, I pre-planned for my own special breakfast, soaking rolled oats in fat-free milk overnight. Feel free to use almond milk or apple juice. Swiss Muesli…
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grilled peach salad, candied pecans + balsamic dressing
Seriously, I can’t believe how fast this summer is going by for me. Does anyone else feel that their summer too is quickly passing? I had anticipated on posting lots of great tasting, low calorie recipes this summer, but have been so busy with work and my family. In fact, Fourth of July is already…
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healthy enchiladas suizas
Chicken enchiladas are one of my family’s favorite meals for dinner. Sometimes, it’s nice to take a break from red enchiladas and serve these green enchiladas suizas instead. The Verde Sauce is so fresh and full of authentic Mexican flavor. This is a wonderful dinner dish just waiting to be served during a summer evening….
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banana + strawberry acai bowl
This banana + strawberry acai bowl is one of my family’s favorite breakfast. My hubby and daughters love to eat this for breakfast after returning from a morning surf. What family wouldn’t love having sorbet for breakfast? If you have not tried an acai bowl, you’re probably asking, “So, what is an acai bowl?” To understand…
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