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Charming Churros
These sweet treats from Spain are like sunshine in your mouth. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, they make every day feel like a festive occasion.
Ingredients Water Flour SugarInstructions Mix water and flour to form a dough.
Pipe into long sticks and fry until golden brown, then roll in sugar.
The ...Read more
Alluring Arizona Prickly Pear Jelly
Indulge in the unique flavors of the Southwest with this jelly. Alluring Arizona Prickly Pear Jelly is a taste of the desert in a jar.
Ingredients Prickly pears Sugar Lemon juiceInstructions Cook down prickly pears, sugar, and lemon juice, strain and jar.
Enjoy on warm toast or biscuits.
This jelly is a ...Read more
Quick Quinoa Porridge
Jumpstart your day with this nutrient-dense, sweet, and satisfying quinoa porridge. It's a cozy breakfast that's as comforting as it is healthful.
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 2 cups almond milk 1 tbsp honey 1/2 cup mixed berries 1/4 cup chopped nutsInstructions: Rinse the quinoa, then cook it in the almond milk until ...Read more
Divine Dulse Seaweed
Dive into a marine culinary journey with this simple and nourishing dish. Divine Dulse Seaweed is a tribute to the healing powers of the ocean.
Ingredients Dulse seaweed Sesame oil Soy sauceInstructions Sauté the dulse in sesame oil until crispy.
Drizzle with soy sauce and serve immediately.
This dish is a ...Read more
Flashy Fruit Salad
This quick fruit salad is a refreshing and healthy dessert. Loaded with fresh flavors and done in no time, it's a perfect end to any meal.
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped fruits of your choice 1/2 cup yogurt HoneyInstructions: Combine the chopped fruits in a bowl.
Top with yogurt and a drizzle of honey before serving....Read more
Perfect Pacific Northwest Salmon
Savor the fresh flavors of the sea with this dish. Perfect Pacific Northwest Salmon is a testament to the richness of nature's bounty.
Ingredients Salmon Lemon DillInstructions Bake salmon with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of dill.
Enjoy with a side of fresh greens.
This salmon is a journey along the ...Read more
Dawn's Embrace Avocado Toast
Wake up to the tender caress of the morning sun with Dawn's Embrace Avocado Toast. Creamy avocado spread on a slice of crispy toast is as revitalizing and energizing as the first light of dawn.
Ingredients 1 ripe avocado 2 slices of whole grain bread Salt and pepper to taste Lemon juice to taste A sprinkle of red pepper ...Read more
EatingWell: Guilt-free strawberry shortcake made with Greek yogurt is a lovely sweet treat
These light and fresh strawberry shortcakes lean on nonfat Greek-style yogurt instead of butter or cream in the shortcakes. Just a small amount of sugar and a pinch of lemon zest is all you need to bring out the flavor of fresh strawberries in this easy dessert.
Strawberry Shortcake with Honey-Yogurt Cream
Serves 6
Active Time: 20 minutes
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Enjoy a Taco Tuesday upgrade to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
We hardly need an excuse to host a taco party. This style of casual entertaining proves as welcome in our home as summertime grilling. Cinco de Mayo, a date in Mexico that marks the victory over France in the Battle of Puebla, serves as an excuse for culinary celebrations in this country.
This year, May 5 falls on a Tuesday, so ...Read more
Environmental Nutrition: A review of electrolytes
The term “electrolytes” may sound like a buzzword you see on sports drink labels, but they play a far more important role in your body than most people realize. At their core, electrolytes are minerals — such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, phosphate and bicarbonate — that carry an electric charge when dissolved in ...Read more
The Kitchn: These one-bowl banana muffins are so easy, I bake a batch every week
Every week I buy a bunch of bananas intending to eat them fresh, blend them into smoothies with peanut butter, and serve them as dessert (who could resist this banana pudding or this ...Read more
Seriously Simple: Mother’s Day citrus pound cake, an annual tradition
I love traditions. This Mother’s Day cake has been a keeper in my family for many years. I loved to bring this to my mom, either as a part of brunch or tea, and now I share it with my daughter every year. We usually decide the day before if it will be a brunch or an afternoon tea where this citrus confection will be the star of the meal.
This...Read more
The Kitchn: This aguachile will make you feel like you’re on a beach in Puerto Vallarta
Shrimp in any form is a big deal in my home. My whole family is from Nayarit, one of the few states in Mexico known for its incredible seafood. And while there isn’t just one dish that the state is known for, aguachile is definitely in the top three. In this dish, the shrimp typically isn’t cooked but more so cured with lime juice and salt. ...Read more
I don't understand the new food pyramid
I don't understand the new food pyramid. Then again, I didn't understand the old food pyramid, either.
The pyramids were created by the U.S. Department of Agriculture the Department of Health and Human Service as a way of directing Americans toward healthful eating.
The problem I have with them isn't with the food recommended in either pyramid...Read more
Quick Fix: Za'atar Pork Chops with Zucchini Rice
This flavorful seasoning, za’atar, gives these pork chops a delicious Middle Eastern flair. Za’atar is a spice blend popular throughout Eastern Mediterranean countries and usually includes dried oregano, thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds. Conveniently, it is widely available in the spice section of most supermarkets. You may also find za’atar...Read more
Kick off spring at the grill with steak, souvlaki-style, served in a pita with tzatziki sauce
Spring is in full force, and before long, we’ll be getting our gardens ready for the fruits and vegetables we hope to grow over the summer and turn into salads and other fresh dishes.
As April brings sunshine and warm, balmy nights that call out for cooking out, don’t limit yourself to burgers or chicken. Step it up a notch at the grill ...Read more
Magic Mushroom Pizza
This recipe is plucked straight from the fantasy world, where pixies dance in the moonlight and unicorns roam freely. Magic Mushroom Pizza, a food as enchanting as it sounds, brings a touch of the extraordinary to your table.
Ingredients Pizza dough Sliced mushrooms Mozzarella cheeseInstructions Preheat the oven to 450°F (...Read more
Rapid Fire Ratatouille
A delightful dash through the fresh vegetable aisles of France, in your own kitchen. This quick version of the classic Ratatouille is sure to transport you to sun-soaked Provence in record time.
Ingredients: 1 zucchini 1 eggplant 1 bell pepper 1 onion 2 tomatoes 2 cloves of garlic Olive oil Salt, pepper, and ...Read more
Hasty Caribbean Sautéed Spinach
This quick and easy sautéed spinach dish gets a Caribbean twist with the addition of vibrant spices.
Ingredients: 2 bunches of fresh spinach 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin Salt to tasteInstructions: In a large skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add spinach, turmeric, cumin, ...Read more
Noon Nocturne Cheese and Crackers
Taste the nocturne of noon with Noon Nocturne Cheese and Crackers. The sharp cheese paired with crisp crackers plays a nocturne as intriguing and delightful as high noon.
Ingredients A selection of your favorite cheeses A variety of crackers A handful of grapes A few sprigs of fresh rosemary for garnish Honey to ...Read more



























