“Cheesy” Italian “Meat”loaf

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To fool or not to fool, that is the question! This meatloaf is so moist, cheesy, tomatoey and full of flavor, omnivores and herbivores alike will clamor for seconds and thirds of this meatless dish.  So easy, you’ll want to double and triple the recipe for leftover meals like “meat”loaf sandwiches and beyond! 1 medium [...]

Easy As “Chicken” Pot Pie

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Mmmmmm, on cold and rainy days or even for a comfy summer dinner, a pot pie feels like a warm hug from grandma.  And did you know that it’s super easy to make at home? Fool omnivores and delight your veggie friends with this simple recipe that tastes better than their restaurant counterparts! 1 box [...]

A Month of Holiday Treats – Feast

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It’s time for another holiday feast! Families and friends will gather around their dinner tables after tearing open presents, braving the roads and decompressing from the season.  Make it fabulous, make it delicious and make it healthy with some of the recipes below. Don’t forget to serve up dessert and tasty drinks from the last [...]

Your Thanksgiving Menu

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Over the years I have offered up some of my favorite recipes. This year I’ve compiled them all into one post and added a few extras. This way you have a variety of sides, entrees, desserts and beverages to choose from in 1 place.  Vegan, gluten free or just looking for a few healthier options, [...]

Lightning Fast Baked Gnocchi

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Whenever I need to whip up something tasty that can serve a good number of folks either at home or to bring to a potluck, I love this gnocchi recipe. It’s healthy, vegan, and tasty but most of all filling and a great way to satisfy herbivores and omnivores alike!  You’ll be surprised how quick [...]

Lemon Tarragon “Scampi”

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Sometimes you want pasta but aren’t craving a heavy dish. This is a great way to get your pasta fix while keeping it light! Another fun thing about this twist on pasta is that it’s delicious both hot and cold. So if you’re looking to serve this as a side with dinner along with fresh [...]

The REAL Happy Meal: Chickpea Quinoa Burgers

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Sometimes life can get you down and for many, food can be our biggest comfort. Well not only is this burger mega comfort food, it can also help boost your mood!  Not only will the taste put a smile on your face, the ingredients in this scrumptious sandwich actually helps boost serotonin levels. So whether [...]

Tantalizing Tacos

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Just because we’ve said goodbye to summer, doesn’t mean we must bid adieu to fun food! Now that the kiddies are back at school and life is back to normal, time is short and wallets have tightened. So why not whip up a quick, affordable and healthy meal to bring the fun back to a [...]

Stuffed Shells

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Looking for a way to knock people’s socks off? This non-”vegany” tasting dish is sure to please herbivores and carnivores alike.  It’s hearty, full of flavor and will make you feel like your dining with Tony Soprano ; ) A dish that would definitely be Carmela approved!  The “ricotta cheese” will last for a double [...]

Fireworks & Healthy Fare This 4th!

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Yep, we’re already past the mid-point of 2010. It’s time to celebrate our country’s independence  with food, drinks and general out door summer shenanigans.  We can choose to go haywire or we can try to be as good as we can be by making smart food choices. Check out my 2008 & 2009 posts for [...]