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Strawberry Cheesecake Chia Seed Pudding
Whoever said you can’t have dessert for breakfast? I’d have to imagine they’ve never enjoyed a creamy chia seed pudding! With literally limitless flavor possibilities, chia seed pudding is a delectable, healthy and easy breakfast. When I was commuting to my office nearly an hour away from where I lived, chia seed pudding was an […]
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Honey Chipotle Chicken with Mango Salsa
When I make this dish, I feel like I am mentally preparing myself for spring. For some reason I equate grilled meats and fruits to spring and summer time. There’s no place I’d rather be than sipping a cocktail standing over a hot grill with snow just being a distant memory. Sadly, it is still […]
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Garlic Lime Plantain Chips
I am a prolific snacker. Anyone who knows me knows that I love a good snack. Snacking is one of those things that just brings me pure, unadulterated happiness and I know I am not alone. I don’t think I could fully trust a person that doesn’t appreciate a good snack every now and again. […]
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Cranberry & White Chocolate Banana Oat Cookies
I’ve been making these cookies for years now and they continue to be one of the most delicious treats I make. On top of tasting amazing they are also so easy to make. They require little to no prep and can be made with any flavor profiles you crave. I normally make these with some […]
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Roasted Carrots with Tahini, Feta & Pomegranate
I was laying in bed one night a few months ago and I was thinking about carrots. Yeah, I know that’s pretty weird. I mean, who lays in bed dreaming of carrots? But anyways, here we are and here is this recipe as a product of that weirdness. I began thinking of what types of […]
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Chocolate, Caramel & Coconut ‘Cheesecake’ Bars
Everyone knows that time of the year when their co-worker brings in a form to fill-out for their kids’ girl scout cookie sales or when there is a stand set up in the front of the grocery store with all types of iconic cookies on display for purchase. There’s no doubt that one of my […]
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Dill Dip
There is no one other dip in the world that is more reminiscent of my childhood than my grandma’s homemade dill dip. It is something that I have been eating for as long as I have been eating solid foods and I still never get sick of it. I may even proclaim myself to be […]
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Truffle Mushroom Risotto
I don’t think there is anything more comforting than a big bowl of creamy, comforting risotto. It’s one of those dishes that has endless possibilities; you can make it light and fresh or hearty and rich. It can be a side dish or a main star. Risotto is famous for its adaptability which may be […]
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Kale Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing
A kale salad may not sound that exciting to some, but this is one that exceeds any expectations. I genuinely crave this salad because it is that good. It’s so filling and full of flavor, you won’t feel like you’re eating something that’s also good for you. Anything can be added to the salad, you […]
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Shrimp Tacos With Avocado Salsa and Cilantro Lime Crema
Tacos often get a reputation for being heavy and indulgent. These shrimp tacos are just as indulgent but they feel so much lighter than an average taco with fresh, crisp, bright flavors. The creamy avocado with the acidic, herbaceous crema provide the perfect contrast to the spicy, warm shrimp. This is the perfect spring or […]
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