Reading about Deb Perelman and her broccoli craving made me want it too. STAT! Her broccoli slaw is quit addictive. That woman knows food and her pictures are down right pure food porn. See above. Crisp broccoli, tangy cranberries, nutty almonds and finely chopped red onion is lightly tossed with a refreshing buttermilk dressing. This is [...]

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Grilled steak and a  Bloody Mary- nothing says summer like to two. Put them together for a really easy, fast, week night dinner and I’m in heaven. Bloody Mary fixings like summer ripe tomatoes, celery hearts, brined green olives and prepared horseradish are marinated with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery seeds and extra virgin olive oil [...]

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This is one of my all time favorite summer salads. Perfect for a really hot day when you want something light but filling for lunch or dinner. Truth be told I just ate some and it’s 10:00 A.M.! Chunks of turkey sausage, provolone cheese, ripe tomatoes, kidney & garbanzo bean are added to an array of [...]

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After going to town with the crack pie which became a breakfast, lunch and dinner snack- I needed a meatless main course to dissolve my guilt. Bulgur is a quick-cooking form of whole wheat. It’s high in fiber and protein and fills up your belly pretty fast. I’ve been trying to eat some of the [...]

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Bad name for a salad that tastes this good and is great for you too. Who knew you didn’t need to cook kale? On a side note- I’m so glad that Aarti won The Next Food Network Star. She just lights up on camera and I love to watch Indian food being prepared. I’ve been a [...]

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I’m so not enjoying Top Chef this season. Don’t get me wrong- I still watch it but I’m not sure for how much longer. I can’t remember any of the contestants names, I’m not amazed at the food and the location reminds me of a 5th grade field trip. I also lose my food at the sight [...]

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It’s so freakin hot in South Florida right now that the thought of cooking in the kitchen makes me shudder. I long for cold, crisp salads with no daily stops at the market. This tuna and white bean salad is a pantry delight! I always have oil packed tuna, cannellini beans, roasted red peppers and capers [...]

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It’s so nice to see that the farm stands are now carrying some of my favorite fruits and veggies. The stands just seem more colorful and happy. I’m incorporating lighter foods into my diet awaiting the ever dreaded bathing suit season. This gorgeous salad is refreshing and filling and an awesome summer salad. Crisp lettuce, [...]

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In keeping up with my carb free diet I made this yummy salad the other night. If you don’t like arugula because of its bite substitute it with mixed leafy greens. Sweet Asian pears, tangy lemon vinaigrette and crunchy pumpkin seeds is perfect on a hot day. Try it with green apples or Bosc pears [...]

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This refreshing salad, a staple of Indian meals is a wonderful accompaniment to the minted rice with garbanzo curry. Cooling vegetable dishes are often served alongside spicy Indian entrees to balance out the heat. Cucumbers are tossed with yogurt, sour cream, onion, tomato and jalapenos and garnished with fresh cilantro. Can it get any easier? Printable Recipe [...]

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