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Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

These Mini Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce is a great recipe for the spring when you don’t feel like spending tons of time in the kitchen, slaving over a hot stove! They are made with organic chicken, cilantro, scallions, garlic and tamari or soy sauce – and the bonus is

Pumpkin Bread with Pecan Crumble Topping

Another pumpkin bread recipe? YES!! My husband and son kept asking when I would be making it, so I figured that it was the right time of year to dig in. This Pumpkin Bread with Pecan Crumble Topping is moist and light and point of fact, crumble topping greatly improves

Thai Salmon Stew with Smoky Roasted Vegetables

Thai Salmon Stew with Roasted Vegetables

Thanks to my good friend Cheron, for this great recipe which was originally from “The Sunset Cookbook”. We have been sharing our recipes for many years and this Thai Salmon Stew with Roasted Vegetables recipe has been a huge crowd pleaser every time I make it. I have adapted

Cabbage Salad with Peanut Dressing

I love the way cabbage holds up to any type of dressing you throw at it. This Cabbage Salad with Peanut Dressing is filled with green cabbage, green onions, almonds, peanuts or whatever nuts you have to add crunch and a smooth, luscious peanut dressing. The Cabbage Salad can be

Creamy Zucchini and Fennel Soup

Okay, I decided to make this Creamy Zucchini and Fennel Soup when I was puttering around in my garden and found one gigantic zucchini (documented below). It was hidden in the back of one of my vegetable beds. It’s funny how you can check on your garden daily and not

Mushroom Frittata with Gruyere

On a recent trip to the market, I happened to pick up some mushrooms – large portabellas and a few shiitakes. This Mushroom Frittata with Gruyere and a touch of fresh mint leaves is the recipe where those mushrooms ended up. If you find yourself at a Farmers Market, pick

Summer Fresh Minestrone with Pistou

I love soup any time of year and for any meal. This one happens to be one of my absolute favorites. Summer Fresh Minestrone is so healthy and so chocked full of vegetables – you will be eating it for lunch and dinner until its gone. It’s easy to prepare,

Soba Noodles with Tahini topped with Salmon

I have been enjoying these Soba Noodles with Tahini topped with Salmon for many years. I feel so healthy and satisfied when I eat this perfectly balanced meal in a bowl. What you will love about the Soba Noodles with Tahini topped with Salmon. First, you’ve got your complex carbs (soba

Zesty Farro Grain Bowl with Crispy Shallots

Zesty Farro Bowl with Crispy Shallots

A delicious bowl full of grains, greens and super lemony dressing. This Zesty Farro Bowl with Crispy Shallots hits the spot if you are looking for something light and healthy, vegan or vegetarian or you just want a great side dish! Oh and I almost forgot, the fried crispy

Grilled Vegetable Platter with Romesco

When I look at a platter of grilled vegetables it is as if I am looking at a reflection of summer – grilling, outdoor life and light clean meals. This Grilled Vegetable Platter with Romesco is one of those dishes that goes with everything and looks so beautiful on the