Tag Archives: leafy greens
Curried Chickpeas with Kale
It’s been one of those weeks. You know, when you start out with the best of intentions… a Sunday trip to the store, a fridge stocked full of fresh food just waiting to be turned into something delicious. And then … Continue reading
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Arugula Pesto
Before you read any further, just guess how many cups of leafy green things are in this bowl? This is like that game with the jelly beans… if they were pureed. Got your number? 2? higher. 4? higher. 7? higher. … Continue reading
Green Pear Smoothie
It’s been awhile since I first shared my obsession with green smoothies. And with the weather warming up and it being spring and all, I thought the topic was worth revisiting. Plus, I’ve picked up a few tricks and techniques … Continue reading
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butternut squash + kale + white beans + quinoa
Things I will miss about winter: 1. My UGG boots 2. Using the excuse “It’s too cold” to do nothing but curl up and watch Bravo 3. Meals like this…. I’m coming to terms with the fact that this will … Continue reading
Apple and Pecan Salad
I eat a lot of salad. Like, a lot a lot. I have one most days for lunch and usually a side with dinner. People will ask me, “Do you ever get sick of salad?” And you know, I really … Continue reading
Veggie Pot Pie
It’s December 27 and if you’re in the same boat as me, you had one too many of those (fill in the blank). After a weekend of indulgence, there’s nothing better than a little simplicity to balance you back out. … Continue reading
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Red Onion and Walnuts
I promised the other day that I’d be back with the recipe for those roasted Brussels sprouts that went on the side of my acorn squash. So here goes… First though, I feel we must address their reputation. Of all … Continue reading
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Kale Chips?
It seems like every food or health blog I read these days is talking about kale chips. I eat kale. I’ve posted about kale. I usually saute it with some onions and garlic. The taste took some getting used to, … Continue reading
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The Green Smoothie
I know how it sounds. But really I am not a crazy with a juicer. I’ve never even juiced anything. And I hate V8. I do realize a green smoothie sounds questionable, but if it wasn’t good I can tell … Continue reading
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Go Leafy Green.
Up until a few months ago my knowledge of leafy greens started with romaine and ended with spinach. Come to find out those are so 2008. Today it’s all about mustards, collards, dandelions and kale. Who knew such a smorgasbord … Continue reading
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