Archive for December, 2009

Quinoa-roni with brussel sprout slivers

Quinoa-roni with Brussel Sprouts Recipe


 December 28, 2009  2 Comments

This is a healthier spin-off of the traditional Rice-a-Roni. I used orzo for the pasta, quinoa instead of rice, and you’ll be surprised how good it really is, and good for you!

Cookie in a jar

Quick Christmas Gift Idea


 December 24, 2009  2 Comments

Quick Christmas gift idea - a cookie in a jar. Write out your favorite cookie recipe on a card, then layer all of the dry ingredients in a clean mason jar. Cut out some festive fabric or tissue paper and tie a bow around it.

Brown sugar shortbread cookies

Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookie Recipe


 December 22, 2009  4 Comments

If you have butter, brown sugar and flour, then you have the ingredients to make one of the best shortbread cookie recipes out there.

Chocolate dipped candy canes

Chocolate Dipped Candy Cane Recipe


 December 20, 2009  2 Comments

Looking for something quick and easy to make for the holidays? Then these chocolate dipped candy canes are here to the rescue!

Homemade marshmallows

Homemade Marshmallow Recipe


 December 16, 2009  2 Comments

The best thing about making your own marshmallows is you can do what you want with them. You can color them, flavor them, make them mini or make them gigantic. Homemade marshmallows will make you never turn back to store-bought marshmallows.

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Ruby Cranberry Orange Muffins


 December 13, 2009  

These fresh cranberry muffins get extra brightness from freshly grated orange zest. Make these for your next holiday brunch or breakfast.

Jamaican Jerk Pork with mashed potatoes

Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin Recipe


 December 8, 2009  

Pork tenderloin is juicy, lean and full of flavor. Add a spicy, Carribean-style marinade, Jamaican Jerk, and you’ve got a mouth-watering recipe.

Chicken noodle soup with kale

Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe


 December 2, 2009  1 Comment

I made this chicken noodle soup to help mend and soothe my sore throat and runny nose. It’s full of chunks of chicken, noodles, and kale. Just put your nose over the hot bowl and breathe in.

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Slow Food - Make a positive difference in the world


 December 1, 2009  1 Comment

Vegetables bought at your neighborhood farmer’s market will have much more flavor than those bought at a big chain supermarket.