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Recipe Type: Gluten Free

What's better than coming home to homemade chicken stock broth and cleaning out your refrigerator at the same time.

Homemade Chicken Broth From Your Crock Pot

February 3, 2010

This hearty turkey sausage, kale and white bean soup is loaded with fiber and is a very satisfying meal on a chilly evening. Top this with some good grated cheese like Parmigiano Reggianno or Locatelli (I always splurge on grated cheese) and a nice piece of crusty bread for a wonderful meal for 4 under $10.

Turkey Sausage, Kale and White Bean Soup

January 31, 2010

This Valentine's Day make your sweetie these elegantly rich chocolate covered strawberries. They are easier to make than you think!!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

January 26, 2010

Garlic Shrimp

January 15, 2010

Scallion Cilantro Rice with Habaneros and Lime

January 13, 2010

Skinny Eggnog Latte

December 9, 2009

This is the BEST Bolognese Sauce Recipe, and it's easy to make. It's a staple in my home, I make a big batch and have meals for several nights.

Bolognese Sauce

December 4, 2009

These chocolate banana soufflés are light and fluffy and made using mostly egg whites and no flour, which is great if you are on a low carb, or gluten free diet.

Chocolate Banana Soufflés

December 2, 2009

I was never a big fan of brussels sprouts until I tasted my friend Nicole's sautéed recipe. She shreds them first and then sautés them in garlic and oil which really allows the seasoning to flavor every bite. This would make a nice Thanksgiving side dish.

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

October 19, 2009

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

October 12, 2009

Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish usually made with Arborio rice. It can be a little time consuming but it's worth it. This is a dish that will impress guests. I used Baby Bella mushrooms, but you can use crimini, portobello, porcini or a combination of all three.

Mushroom Risotto

October 8, 2009

Breakfast on the go? This quick shake is healthy and delicious!

Avena – Healthy Oatmeal Shake

September 19, 2009

Gazpacho

September 8, 2009

Mozzarella Basil and Tomato Skewers

September 2, 2009

Basil Green Goddess Salad Dressing

September 1, 2009

I've gotten requests to add more latin recipes to my site which for me is never a problem since I LOVE latin food! Arroz Con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas) is a Puerto Rican dish popular in the Carribean. The pigeon peas are loaded with fiber which makes this a healthy side if cooked right.

Arroz Con Gandules (Rice and Pigeon Peas)

July 14, 2009

A simple summer tomato salad made with heirloom tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil and garden fresh basil.

Heirloom Tomato Salad

July 9, 2009

Garlic Scape Basil Pesto

July 1, 2009

Crock Pot "Baked" Potatoes – This perfect way to make baked potatoes on a hot summer day without heating up the house.

Crock Pot “Baked” Potatoes

June 23, 2009

Coconut Cream Pops

June 22, 2009

Rice with Spinach

June 18, 2009

Blueberry Compote

June 15, 2009

Lamb Keema

Lamb Keema with Peas

May 30, 2009

I was never a fan of string beans until I learned how to cook them properly. Now I love them. The trick is not to overcook them. This is a quick, healthy side dish for all you garlic lovers out there.

String Beans with Garlic and Oil

May 29, 2009

These seared sea scallops over wilted spinach and parmesan risotto is an elegant dish, perfect for a special occasion.

Scallops over Wilted Spinach Parmesan Risotto

May 18, 2009

Mango Lassi is a healthy, sweet Indian fro yo smoothie made with fresh mango, greek yogurt and milk. I used fat free yogurt and milk to keep it light.

Mango Lassi

May 14, 2009

Sauteed Baby Zucchini

May 7, 2009

Chick Pea and Roasted Pepper Dip

May 3, 2009

Mussels in Basil Cream Sauce

April 23, 2009

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Aji Verde Sauce, inspired by one of the best rotisserie chicken spots in New York, Pio Pio.

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Aji Verde

April 21, 2009