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Tropical Collagen Smoothie

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Collagen Peptides are all the rage in the food blogger sphere, incorporating this powerful anti-aging powder in everything from smoothies to soups and more.  In my opinion, collagen powder is a gift from above for those who want to rebuild and improve the skin’s appearance.  Amen to that!  One of my favorite ways to consume collagen is in smoothies. The …

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Authentic Italian Arugula Salad Recipe with Artichokes and Prosciutto

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This fall we hosted an exchange student, Ignacia, from Chile. I admit I was unfamiliar with this South American country. Aside from Chilean Seabass, I was unfamiliar with traditional Chilean cuisine but excited to learn more. In Chile, they make a salad similar to an Artichoke Carpaccio.  The Italians prepare this traditional dish with thin slices of raw beef topped …

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Now, This is Chicken Noodle Soup!

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Now, this is Chicken Noodle Soup! My mother’s old-fashioned chicken noodle soup is as authentic as it gets. She was a passionate stickler for a squeaky clean chicken in her recipes and the result was pure, flavorful, savory, ‘Can I have seconds please? ‘, soup you will want to sink your spoon in to. With cooking, I like to get …

6-Minute Broccoli-Garlic Stir-Fry

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Print Recipe Easy Broccoli-Garlic Stir-Fry Recipe Yum Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Main Dish Cuisine Chinese Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 6 minutes Servings servings Ingredients 4 tablespoons safflower oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons oyster sauce2 tablespoons corn starch1/4 cup water4 cups broccoli, cut into small florets4 cups cooked Jasmine Rice Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Main Dish …

Early Morning Breakfast Bake

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I really enjoy one pan meals in the morning. I make my early morning breakfast bake with eggs, fresh tomatoes, organic spinach, a touch of garlic and onions and dairy-free coconut milk. This bake is the perfect answer to a full-fledged healthy meal in the morning without a lot of fuss. Make it anyway you like. If you have kids …

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Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Protein Shake (Energy Booster)

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Print Recipe Strawberry Oatmeal Protein Boost Yum This smoothie is one of my favorites! It’s creamy, bursting with flavor and chalk full of protein. Make it dairy-free or non-dairy free by simply changing a few ingredient. Course Breakfast Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 2 cups almond milk1 cup strawberries frozen or fresh1 banana, peeled and sliced1/4 cup almond butter or …

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Warm Coconut Cucumber Soup

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Print Recipe Warm Coconut Cucumber Soup Yum Course Soup/Salad Cuisine American, Asian, India, Mediterranean Servings people Ingredients 3 tablespoons coconut oil2 small cucumbers peeled and roughly chopped1 cup organic chicken or vegetable broth1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or 2 teaspoons of dried dill1/2 cup coconut milk, canned1/2 teaspoon sea salt adjust to tastecracked pepper optional4 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and …

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Watermelon and Feta Salad with Herb Infused Balsamic Dressing

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Print Recipe Watermelon and Feta Salad with Herb Infused Balsamic Dressing Yum Course Soup/Salad Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 6 cups mixed greens, chopped2 cups watrmelon, cut into smal squares2 green onion, chopped3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled1/2 cup light olive oil1/3 cup balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper Course Soup/Salad Cuisine American …

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Mango-Cucumber Salad with Mint & Sweet Onions Recipe

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Cucumber mango mint saladWhen it comes to salads, there is no end to the variety of ingredients you can use to create an appetizing palatal experience. For me, that combination has to draw me in, keep me interested, and leave me wanting more for it to be considered a great salad. Call me a salad snob if you will, but …