Arugula Salad with Orange Slices and Basil

It's the time for platefuls of salads, fresh smoothies, simple pastas with basil and fresh tomatoes, lots of sweet fruits and plenty of greens.

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Polenta-Stuffed Swiss Chard with Roasted Garlic Tomato Sauce

Here is one for all you garlic lovers!

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Colorful Slaw with Pecans

Red Cabbage is not only an antioxidant powerhouse, it's also anti-inflammatory, it reduces cholesterol, boosts energy, and is supposed to be great for your skin.

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Lemon Blueberry Cake

It’s party time!

Black Bean Veggie Burgers

A more satisfying alternative to frozen veggie burgers.

Green Curry with Vegetables and Tofu

Tip when using tofu: REALLY drain the water!

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Farinata (chickpea flour flatbread) - 3 variations

A naturally gluten-free flatbread.

Homemade Hummus

It tastes so much fresher than the store-bought brand and is quick to make.

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Coconut Flour Muffins with Honey and Orange Zest

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Celery Root Soup

Secret ingredient! (Cashew cream)

Sweet Potato Cakes

These are so delicious. Really. They are.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

Not your typical recipe post. Read on to learn more about Brussels sprouts, and also what “idiopathic” means.

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Chocolate Orange Almond Biscotti

Chocolate!? Yes, please!

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My Pantry

Some items I use regularly or that are nice to have in the pantry.

Homemade Granola

Sundays are a great day to make food for the week, whether it be granola, a big pot of soup or chili, or a casserole type dish you can eat for the next few days.

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Artichoke Tart with Polenta Crust

Artichokes! Who doesn’t love the delectable flavor and texture of artichokes!?

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Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Spinach Bowl

Losing my dad to cancer changed the course of my life.

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Beet and Fennel Cakes

This might look like a rare burger, but fret not. It is an delicious vegetable "burger" with added nuts and seeds. It is full of protein and healthy fats and is oh so flavorful.

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Green Lentil Soup with Curry and Cauliflower

This post isn’t just about the food! Read on to learn more about gluten, the thyroid, and how changing your diet can solve many medical problems.

Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds

A great side dish, adapted from and Ina Garten recipe.

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