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Kitchen Tip to Saving Leftover Canned Items

Have you ever tried to save any unused canned items but only to let it go to waste? Hereโ€™s one likely scenario. Perhaps you needed to only use a tablespoon of tomato paste out of the 6oz can and so you tried to save the remaining paste to โ€œuse another timeโ€. And then somehow that… Continue reading Kitchen Tip to Saving Leftover Canned Items

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All Fresh Eggplant Pizza

The recipe I am about share today is by no means an original idea but it definitely has got a fresh twist to some of the other recipes out there involving making no-flour pizza using an eggplant. See, when I am looking to try something new, I have this habit of reading several different recipes… Continue reading All Fresh Eggplant Pizza

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Rediscovering Dhal Rice

We all have traditions. Some are cultural practices shared among a large population while some habits are just passed on from one generation to the next being unique to each family. And in my family, we had a lot of food-related traditions. One such food-related memory I have is that of eating Dhal Rice for… Continue reading Rediscovering Dhal Rice

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Thai Inspired Turkey Meatballs

Thai flavors are one of my favorites that I try to incorporate into my cooking. So yesterday when I was trying to decide what to make with the ground Turkey meat I had thawed, I decided Iโ€™d make some meatballs. And since I was in the mood for some Thai flavor, I wanted to try… Continue reading Thai Inspired Turkey Meatballs

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Finger Licking Yummy Chicken Wings

When we used to live in the East coast, one of the Costco favorites for the kids was the storeโ€™s pre-marinated chicken wings. It was seasoned just right with the perfect among of flavor to appeal to kids and adults alike. But since we moved back to Cali, we just havenโ€™t found those wings in… Continue reading Finger Licking Yummy Chicken Wings

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6 Ways to Eat Oats

Of all  the super foods and whole grains, my favorite is the Oats. And they are naturally Gluten-Free. (While everyone in our immediate household can tolerate Gluten, I am always mindful of many of our friends you have Gluten sensitivity).They offer a variety of health benefitsThey are very nutritiousThey are rich in soluble fiberAnd most… Continue reading 6 Ways to Eat Oats

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Best Campfire Chicken Thighs

Last Spring, I went on a last minute camping trip with my kids, one of my girlfriends and her kids. (Both our husbands could rather glamp than camp and so did not join us). While there were many highlights during our camping trip, one of the favorite items on the menu were these chicken thighs… Continue reading Best Campfire Chicken Thighs

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Making Your Own Instant Oats

Did you know you donโ€™t have to buy those individually packaged instant oatmeal packets to enjoy the convenience of quickly making breakfast (or a snack)? Watch how easy it is to make your own bulk instant oats. https://youtu.be/mL60irrLbJ0 I usually make a big batch and keep at hand. Then when needed, I put about 2/3… Continue reading Making Your Own Instant Oats

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Quick and Easy Eggplant Fries

What do you do when you really want some fries but donโ€™t want to eat potatoes that are high in carbs? Find an alternative veggie to fry. See how I made some spicy eggplant fries to enjoy ๐Ÿ˜€ Scroll down for full recipe. https://youtu.be/Mi_k7jaqOn4

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Make Walnut Butter in 3 Easy Steps

The other day, one of my recipes called for a nut butter which I didn't have at hand. I looked through my pantry and found I had plenty of walnuts and so decided to make some Walnut Butter to use in my recipe. I can't believe how easy it was. Follow the story to see… Continue reading Make Walnut Butter in 3 Easy Steps

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You can do it too: Beef Curry

One of my favorite curries to make is the Beef Curry. There is just something about beef cooked to ultimate tenderness in a perfect blend of aromatics and spices that makes it so divine to my palate. When executed properly, it is one of my ultimate comfort foods that evokes pleasant memories of my childhood.… Continue reading You can do it too: Beef Curry

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Two Ways to Making Quick and Easy Granola

Question: What is a great breakfast food that also doubles as a snack? Answer: Granola (at least its true in our household) Yes. granola is a family favorite at our home. If I ever buy it from the store, no matter how big a size I buy, it would disappear within 24 hours. Sometimes we… Continue reading Two Ways to Making Quick and Easy Granola

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The Versatile Spaghetti Squash

One of my best carb substitutions is the Spaghetti Squash. It has many nutritional benefits but I love it most because it is almost flavorless on its own and can blend well with whatever it is being paired with. It can be substituted for rice or for noodles. I use it as a replacement for… Continue reading The Versatile Spaghetti Squash

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Tip: Recipe Look-up Shortcut

How often do you get slowed down in the kitchen by having to look up a recipe? If you're like most people, probably a lot!!! Well, I am going to give you a tip that may just change that forever. I actually quite accidentally discovered it.  Here it is: Place shortened recipe steps directly on … Continue reading Tip: Recipe Look-up Shortcut

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5 Steps to Making Curry

Curry is one of those dishes I make on a regular basis and almost always when we serve Indian food for guests. And over the years I have had different people ask me for tips on making their curry as good as mine. In my opinion, making curry is not that complicated....ONCE you understand some… Continue reading 5 Steps to Making Curry