Traditional Olive Oil Cake

Traditional Olive Oil Cake

Last May my husband and I went to Italy. It was a magical two weeks spent sightseeing the most beautiful cities, touring countryside and taking fabulous cooking classes. I was in heaven. I honestly think if I didn't have children and grandchildren here in the states,...

Chicken, Farro and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Chicken, Farro and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

I just had to sneak this Chicken, Farro and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad in before spring arrives! It's the best Fall/Winter complete meal salad on my blog...so far anyway. I mean...just take a look..... (This post contains affiliate links. I may make a commission...

12 Helpful Farmers Market Tips!

12 Helpful Farmers Market Tips!

I love a good farmers market. I've been to markets in many states and several countries including France, Switzerland, Italy and Ireland. They all have certain things in common, one being that they are a nice relaxing way to shop, enjoy the outdoors and other people,...

Delicious Soothing Morning Juice

Delicious Soothing Morning Juice

Cool cucumbers, green apples, lemon and raw honey make for a gentle, Delicious Soothing Morning Juice that even a juicing novice will love. (This post contains affiliate links from which I may make a commission. Your price remains the same.)       I recently had to revamp my morning routine because of kidney stones (click to read). So this 'green' juice has no hard to digest bitter greens, just liver friendly, low oxalate, high...

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Raw Leafy Greens Friends or Foe? Kidney Stones and the Wisdom of Moderation

Raw Leafy Greens Friends or Foe? Kidney Stones and the Wisdom of Moderation

  I recently suffered through a bit of a health crisis. The worst part is I brought it on myself. Unknowingly (kind of). I actually thought I was doing something good for myself. Turns out, not so much. As I type I am awaiting a procedure called a ureteroscopy. Translation: big fat bummer. Actually a ureteroscopy is a procedure where a doctor goes into the ureter (the tube that leads from your kidney to your bladder) to retrieve kidney...

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Hummingbird Cake (with a gluten free option)

Hummingbird Cake (with a gluten free option)

  Hummingbird Cake might be new to you. The recipe for this unique cake was born in Jamaica, it's sort of a hybrid banana-pineapple-spice cake. What sets Hummingbird Cake apart besides it's rather tropical vibe is the use of oil instead of butter. There are literally hundreds of Hummingbird Cake recipes on the internet. So what makes mine different? (This post contains affiliate links. I may make a commission from sales but your price...

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What the Heck is Charcuterie? And Why You Need it at Your Next Party!

What the Heck is Charcuterie? And Why You Need it at Your Next Party!

You will notice a trend on menus these days and it's called Charcuterie. Charcuterie is especially popular in farm to table restaurants where traditional foods are served. So, that begs the question: What the Heck is Charcuterie? And Why You Need it at Your Next Party! (This post contains affiliate links from which I may make a commission. Your price remains the same.)   Let's Talk Charcuterie! Charcuterie is the culinary art of preparing...

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White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Cookies (with a gluten free option)

White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Cookies (with a gluten free option)

Bliss! That's what this sweet combination of cranberries and white chocolate tastes like. And that's why I call them White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Cookies (with a gluten free option)! (This post contains affiliate links. I may make a commission from sales but your price remains the same.) White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Cookies: These holiday cookies are made with the freshest ingredients and are as simple as making traditional chocolate chip...

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Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto with Candied Pecans

Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto with Candied Pecans

Sometimes even I am still amazed that my favorite vegetable, the butternut squash, is so versatile. It can be roasted to top a pizza, pureed for a side dish, stuffed into ravioli, made into to a creamy soup, added to salads... the list goes on and on. One of my favorite dishes using this incredibly healthful vegetable is Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto with Candied Pecans. (This post contains affiliate links. I may make a commission off...

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