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  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Quick to prep! For our busiest weeks, when we crave a healthful dish, but we are limited on time. Pan-Roasted Butternut Squash  Ingredients 1 pound Butternut Squash (sliced) 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/4 cup Water 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar 1 tablespoon Whole-Grain Mustard 1/4 teaspoon Brown Sugar 1/4…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Growing up in sunny Southern California, I lived in the South Bay, Inland Empire, Downtown Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, Marina del Rey, and a short stay in Santa Monica before moving north to the beautiful Bay Area (and later the picturesque PNW). One funky, fun restaurant in Santa Monica comes…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Last week’s recipe was all about broccoli. This week’s recipe features savory mushrooms! These mushrooms are simple to prep and are a perfect pair with roasted chicken. Roasted Garlic Mushrooms Ingredients  3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar 1 tablespoon Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce  1 1/2 pounds Mushrooms (any…

  • Foodie Friday

    Continue the summer-vibe feeling into the cooler, fall months with this fruitful side dish!

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you in the mood for a lighter Thanksgiving dinner option? Are you seeking a recipe for all the turkey leftovers? Are you craving a warm winter soup? Turkey and Wild Rice Soup Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 small Sweet Onion (chopped) 2 medium Carrots (chopped) 3 Celery…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Beet Salad with Orange Yogurt Dressing A sweet salad for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Ingredients 2 pounds Beets (scrubbed) 4 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar (divided) 1 cup Water 1 bunch Thyme 4 Garlic Cloves (peeled) 1 Orange (zested, peeled, and segmented) ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil ¼  cup Italian…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you looking for a healthy alternative for those Thanksgiving dinner leftovers? Leftover Turkey Soup with Orzo and Spinach Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (*may substitute for Avocado Oil) 1 Yellow Onion (diced) 2 Large Carrots (diced) 3 Celery Stalks (diced) 3 Garlic Cloves (minced) 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Salt…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Savory Mushroom Barley A simple, healthful, and delicious side dish that can be prepped and served in 20 minutes! *Exact Savory Mushroom Barley Recipe not pictured.  Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 3 cloves Garlic (minced) 1 Carrot (finely chopped) 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste 1 sprig Thyme or Rosemary 1/2 pound…

  • A Non-Turkey Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you stuffed up to your eyeballs and beyond with turkey and all its fixings? Do you need a turkey “detox”? What is another high protein alternative to turkey? Simple Lentil Soup Ingredients 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil  1 1/2 cups Onion (chopped) (fresh or frozen) 1 cup Carrots (shredded or…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Days are shorter. Temperatures are chillier.  A healthy, hearty bean stew to warm your body and fuel your mind! Ingredients  2 large Carrots (finely chopped) 1 large Onion (finely chopped) 3 Tbs. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 2 Tbs. Tomato Paste 1 tsp. Dried Oregano or Thyme 2 cans Cannellini Beans (no salt…