Grilled Lemon Garlic Portabello Mushrooms

Grilled Lemon Garlic Portabello Mushrooms

TweetHere we go on the summer type recipes. Off to the grill which is one of my favorite places to be. I don’t personally do much of the grilling but I think it’s 50/50 on who does the prep work for the food before the grill. Hubby likes to try new recipes and make things up as well. Today’s Cook…

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ravioli spring salad

A New Side Dish to You

TweetWelcome to day 3 of the Spring Cook Easy Foodie Blogger challenge. If you want to learn more about the challenge, please visit the main post. or just go put up a post on your blog about this topic or any topic and link back in the comment section I want to visit your foodie post! Today the prompt is…

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Cold Soup or No Way?

Cold Soup or No Way?

TweetMay in Seattle means who knows what the weather will do. Ok, January-December means you never know what the weather is going to do. We never know if it’s just going to be rain, rain, cold or if we will actually get a nice, hot summer. As such I think I have different views about this cold soup idea. Honestly,…

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artichokes at the farmer's market

Curry Couscous Stuffed Whole Artichokes

TweetOur local produce stand has started being open more year around. I LOVE IT! I want them to keep staying open more so I try to get there as often as possible to see what’s in. Plus I get their weekly email saying what’s in and what’s on special. That’s a quick reminder to get down there and also an…

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Asparagus For Super Spring Flavor And Nutrition

Asparagus For Super Spring Flavor And Nutrition

TweetI love asparagus and it’s finally in season! Once you learn the right preparation I’m sure you’re going to love it too. Asparagus is in many regions the first sign of springtime fresh eating and it’s no different here in Washington. If you have only tried canned asparagus, you’ll want to take the time to learn about fresh asparagus. It’s…

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asparagus for wraps

Asparagus Wrap With Avocado Spread

TweetLast year I brought up healthy ways to prepare spring produce and asparagus is at the top of my family’s list for spring vegetables. This year I’m excited because we are hopping over the mountains and will pick up cases of asparagus for recipes. This is how I grew up. It’s just sad that it took my in-laws moving away…

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mushrooms

Spinach Mushroom Veggie Dip

TweetMmm, this dip is amazing! Plus I can make it very easily with my soy sour cream if I don’t want to share with the family. It’s easy to toss together and will last a week or longer in your fridge. Just something else you can dip your fresh veggies, such as celery, carrots, cauliflower, bell peppers, and tomatoes into….

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zucchini for italian zucchini fries

Zucchini Italian Fries

TweetI love fries! I love everything fried. Really, who doesn’t right? However, my digestive system hates anything fried and it’s one of my triggers so I need to stay away. lol I can’t eat just one. In order not to balloon up weight wise and keep some of my health, I love to come up with new ways to prepare…

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popcorn

Healthier Snacks to Keep On Hand For Those Midnight Cravings

TweetYeah, yeah, we know it’s not good to eat right before bed or late at night. This type of behavior can throw off our sleep and put any diet out of whack quickly. But the reality is that some of us are up late at night even though we shouldn’t be. I’m a night-owl and do some of my best…

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yams

Candied Yams: A Holiday Favorite

TweetBy Ann Martin The fall holidays are my favorite time of the year. Because I love to cook, it gives me the opportunity to make the most of my favorite dishes without feeling guilty about over indulging. To keep my stress level at a minimum, I prepare certain items two to three days ahead of time. Your key to creating…

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