Radicchio is a member of the chicory family along with endive, escarole and dandelion. Radicchio is usually eaten in salad, but try grilling it! Chopped grilled radicchio also makes an excellent ingredient to add to a risotto with winter squash, to white beans, or as a garnish for polenta. Ingredients 2 small firm heads of[…]
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Heart-Healthy Chocolate Truffles
By Robin Nielsen Food, Healthy Lifestyle, Robin's Recipes Feb 07, 2012
These truffles are not only a decadent treat for Valentine’s Day but they also contain ingredients that are good for your heart! Walnuts are an anti-inflammatory food, contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids, and help you sleep better! Cocoa has been found to lower “bad” (LDL) cholesterol, raise “good” (HDL) cholesterol and lower[…]
Carrot Raisin Buckwheat Muffins
By Robin Nielsen Food, Healthy Lifestyle, Robin's Recipes, Weight Loss Jan 25, 2012
These gluten-free muffins are a great part of a healthy breakfast. Try adding more carrots, raisins, some shredded apple, or any chopped nut for a denser, more nutritious treat. Makes 1- 1 1/2 dozen muffins. Ingredients 2 1/2 cups buckwheat flour 1/2 cup tapioca flour 1/2 cup organic date sugar (puréed dates) or fruit purée or stevia drops 2[…]
During my two Surf Sol Sister wellness retreats here in Baja over these past two weeks, I was reminded of how amazingly powerful it is for the body and soul to create and enjoy delicious meals. Fortunately we have a beautiful home here and a lovely kitchen to cook in. To prepare for the two[…]
Adapted from The Wheat-Free Cook So popular that it upstages the holiday bird, this rich and savory dressing is baked in a casserole. If you prefer a moist texture to a crumbly one, just add more chicken broth. Happy Thanksgiving! 4 tbls unsalted butter 1 large onion, chopped 2 celery ribs, destringed and chopped 1/2[…]
