Yearly Archives: 2012
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Healthy Creamy Mushroom Soup
Posted on November 23, 2012 by Vicki in Uncategorized2 TB olive oil 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 cup shredded carrots 3 cups sliced mushrooms. I like to use a mixture of button and shitake. 8 cups low sodium vegetable broth ½ cup fat free milk 1 TB ground black pepper 1 tsp kosher salt. 1 tsp fresh rosemary In large pot, sauté […]
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Carrot Squash Soup
Posted on November 23, 2012 by Vicki in Uncategorized2 TB olive oil 2 small onions, thinly sliced 2 cups peeled carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces 2 cups squash, cut into 1 inch pieces ½ cup fresh parsely 8 cups low sodium chicken broth 1 TB ground pepper 1 tsp kosher salt ½ cup fat free milk In large pot, heat the olive […]
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Holiday Spicey Salmon
Posted on November 23, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedMake a dry rub consisting of 1 TB each of ground cumin, brown sugar, chili powder, cinnamon, kosher salt and ground pepper. 1 salmon-3 pounds with skin. You can also use salmon filets. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with foil. In a small bowl combine all the spices. […]
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Roasted Winter Vegetables
Posted on November 23, 2012 by Vicki in Uncategorized2 cups peeled squash, cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cups peeled, cubed turnips 2 cups sweet onions, chopped 2 cups baby carrots 2 cups peeled, cubed rutabaga 2 TB olive oil ¼ tsp fresh ground pepper, kosher salt, rosemary Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients. Divide the […]
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ANTIOXIDANT POWER
Posted on November 1, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedIt’s November 1 and flu season has arrived! Did you know that the latest research shows that spices and herbs have more disease fighting antioxidants than many fruits and vegetables and can boost your immune system? Antioxidants are vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that protect and repair cells from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals interfere with […]
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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds- a delicious halloween or anytime treat!
Posted on October 29, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedCarving your pumpkins? Don’t throw away the seeds! Toast them with olive oil and some spices for a great treat. http://bit.ly/
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Hot Tip
Posted on October 22, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedYou can’t guide kids through the school cafeteria, but you can still help from home. Sit down with your child at the beginning of each month to review the school menu. http://bit.ly/UTIic0
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Sauteed green beans and mushrooms
Posted on October 22, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedRich in fiber and antioxiants, a perfect side dish for any meal. 1 pound trimmed string beans 1 cup shitake mushrooms, sliced although any mushroom variety will work well 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 sprig fresh rosemary In saute pan, add olive oil and rosemary. When hot , add string beans and saute […]
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Horseradish smashed potatoes
Posted on October 22, 2012 by Vicki in Uncategorized8-12 gold or yellow potatoes- cut into quarters. 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup skim milk- I like products with milk solids such as “skim plus” for a creamier texture 1 – 2 tablespoons horseradish salt to taste Boil potatoes with some added salt until tender and drain. Place potatoes back into the pot. Mask potatoes, skins […]
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Meatloaf
Posted on October 22, 2012 by Vicki in UncategorizedLean ground sirloin can be part of a healthy diet and what better way to include it in yours is to make this easy recipe. 1 pound ground lean sirloin 1 egg 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup italian style bread crumbs 1/4 cup fresh parsely 1/4 cup fresh oregano dried herbs will also work […]
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