Yearly Archives: 2012

  • Summer Sauce

    Posted on August 12, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    I love summer! And I love tomatoes…especially juicy beef steaks grown in New Jersey. Tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, which is a carotenoid  pigment. That is why tomatoes are so rich in color. Tomatoes are also high in antioxidants and may play an important role in bone health. I hope you enjoy this […]

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  • Blackened Broccoli

    Posted on August 12, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    3 bunches broccoli, cut into bite size pieces. You can use the stems too! 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt and lemon pepper to taste ( I love Trader Joes product) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, toss broccoli with olive oil. On a cookie sheet, spread out broccoli and season […]

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  • Spinach and Mushroom Sauté

    Posted on August 12, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    1 bag baby spinach 1 cup shitake mushrooms, sliced 2 ounces parmigiano reggiano cheese, shaved 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Heat olive oil in a sauté pan and add mushrooms. Sauté until nice and browned. Add spinach and cook until just wilted. Add shave parmegiano when ready to serve.

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  • Elegant Eggplant

    Posted on August 12, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Eggplant contains a phytonutrient called nasium , which has been shown to have a protective effect on the fats which make up brain cell membranes 1 large or 2 small eggplants, cut into slices approximately ½ inch thick.Cut the disk into 4 quarters ½ cup low fat mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher […]

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  • Feta Shrimp

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Feta Shrimp This recipe is a great source of lean protein. Delicious too! 1 pound cleaned a deveined shrimp 4 ounces  feta cheese broken into small pieces 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, crushed Ground pepper In a sauté pan heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add shrimp and sauté until opaque. Add feta […]

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  • Inspirational Yoga Mats

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    INSPIRATIONAL YOGA MATS PROVIDE MORE THAN SIMPLY COMFORT Embroidered custom yoga mats reflect inner peace with a name, word, or empowering image. Yoga enthusiasts have found yet one more way to enhance their mind-body connection and that is with their own customized yoga mat available at www.MyCustomYogaMat.com. Jane Diamond, yoga of Diamond Fitness states: “Just […]

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  • Mushroom and Radish Salad

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Mushroom and Radish Salad Ingredients: 4 ounces white mushrooms, wiped clean 8 radishes 1 cup arugula 1 garlic clove, smashed 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Juice of 1 lemon Lemon zest Parmesan cheese, to shave on top Salt and pepper to taste Preparation: In a small wooden bowl, put the garlic, some salt, lemon […]

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  • Bean Cakes

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Bean Cakes Ingredients: 3 cups canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained well 3 eggs, beaten ¼ cup whole wheat flour 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¾ cup greek style plain yogurt, low fat 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation: Heat oven to 300 degrees. Mash the beans with an egg beater or put in food […]

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  • Fish Oil Supplements

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Fish Oil Supplements: Which Ones to Buy By now, everyone has heard of the health-boosting powers of fish oil, and many people have a bottle or two of supplements at home. Before you buy the next bottle, read this to ensure that you are not wasting your money. Is it all fish oil? Make sure […]

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  • Grilled Mango Shrimp with Fennel

    Posted on June 20, 2012 by in Uncategorized

    Grilled Mango Shrimp with Fennel Ingredients: 1 pound shrimp, shelled and deveined 1 /2 jar Trader Joes Mango Salsa 1 box whole grain rice- cook according to package directions 2 fennel bulb, stalks discarded, bulb sliced 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Preparation: Rinse and dry shrimp. Toss shrimp with Mango Salsa and put in […]

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