Irish Soda Bread

Irish Soda Bread

In some classic Irish soda bread recipes the buttermilk is replaced with yogurt or stout. Knead just enough to form a ball so that your bread stays tender–more like a…

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Muesli Breakfast Bars

Muesli Breakfast Bars

These bars make a perfect breakfast on the go—they a satisfying way to start the day. If you want to make them gluten-free, replace wheat germ with ground flax seeds.

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Pita Crisps

Pita Crisps

These are way better than commercial pita chips and better for you. Only a teaspoon of oil is required here and you can mix and match different herbs and spices…

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Salmon Chowder

Salmon Chowder

Full of flavorful vegetables, this chowder can serve as comfort food or a first course for a fancy dinner party. This luxurious chowder is lightened by using evaporated skim milk…

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Seared Endive

Seared Endive

This is a wonderfully simple yet elegant way to enjoy your vegetables. Crisply caramelized, slightly sweet edges contrast with refreshing lemon for a complex and scrumptious side dish to serve…

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Spicy Corn Salsa

Spicy Corn Salsa

You can use this salsa as a dip for tortilla or pita chips or use it as a topping for rice, beans, fish, burritos, burgers, chicken… you get the idea….

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