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New Years Resolution Banana “Ice Cream”

January 05, 2012   Kristen   No comments
All you need are frozen sliced bananas and a blender to get the same delicious consistency as banana ice cream!

If you’re like most of the Western world, you’ve probably made a New Year’s resolution to loose some weight this year.  We all know eating ice cream is not the secret to losing weight, but this “ice cream” is an exception because there is no cream.  There is exactly one ingredient: bananas. This is the

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Orzo & Spinach Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette Dressing

July 22, 2011   Kristen   2 Comments
Using orzo and tofu in this salad moves this salad from a side-dish to the main-dish! Or use your favorite soft cheese for a more classic version!

After the delicious carrot “risotto” recipe I tried last month that used orzo I have fallen back in love with the cute little seed-shaped pasta and have been experimenting with new ways to use it!  Behold my orzo salad recipe–I hope you enjoy!  By the way this recipe can be made with any soft-bodied cheese

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Quick Breakfast Recipes Using Strawberries

July 18, 2011   Kristen   2 Comments
Have this quick and healthy oatmeal in a flash and feel full all morning long! It's also lactose free and vegan, so you know you're treating your body right!

  You already know why you should eat more strawberries!  And as promised, here are a few strawberry recipes to begin with, and where better to begin than breakfast?  And what is a healthier and tastier way to start your day than with a berry-packed punch?  Forget a coffee fix, I need my strawberry fix! 

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Healthy Lunch: Stir Fried Soba with Baby Bok Choy

July 15, 2011   Kristen   3 Comments
You can feel good about this low-fat lunchtime recipe that's full of good-for-you veggies!

One of my pantry staples is “Hakubaku’s Organic Soba Noodles.”  And to answer my own question from my Ma Po Tofu recipe I have found an online retailer here that carries all the specailty Asian ingredients you’ll ever need and also carries this fab product (for those of you who do not have a Chinese

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Blanca’s Veggie Tostadas

July 07, 2011   Kristen   1 Comment
Sliced oranges make take this tostada recipe over the top!

  This is a recipe from a spa director at one of the best day spas in my area: Blanca from Avant Gard Spa in San Carlos, CA.  I have yet to have a service at this spa, but I seriously can’t wait to based on the Yelp reviews and pictures of the facilities alone! 

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Easy 4th of July Cake Recipe

June 29, 2011   Kristen   1 Comment
Use store-bought or make homemade, either way this cake is a delish cinch!

I made this cake with my niece a few Forth of July’s back and it was big hit with the entire family!  It is also an excellent family project to do with your kids 3 and up, as my niece had a ball decorating the top with an assortment of fresh berries! You can use

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Chicken and Herbs with Carrot Risotto

June 29, 2011   Kristen   No comments
Chicken and Herbs with Carrot Risotto

I tried out this recipe that I found in my June “Fitness” issue cause (1) it made my mouth water and (2) it was touted as being a “Quick Chick” recipe that only required 5 minutes for prep and 15 minutes for cooking!  I was a bit skeptical because I’ve been in a kind of

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