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I find myself on all types of adventures; work, visiting kids, being with family, on vacation, and so on. While I’m on these adventures, I like to have a few of my own essentials that make my life happier and easier. So, there are a few odd items I rarely leave at home. Now, I’m not talking mascara, camera, and shoes. I’m talking food…
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A special treat for your Valentine doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how you can surprise on valentine’s day with this easy, fast and fun chocolate bark treat! Creating a special treat for your Valentine doesn’t have to be difficult or take a lot of time, money, or ingredients. What matters most is that it’s a little something special that comes from the heart. This…
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Planning dinner or brunch sometimes lacks the planning for me…. I just look in the refrigerator and start pulling things out. Most of the time I know it will involve eggs. A Frittata is a great choice, given it is quick, easy, always tasty, and a crowd pleaser. For this recipe, I went for a veggie Frittata, but it is easy enough to change up…
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Something special opened in downtown Napa last fall – Ca’ Momi Osteria restaurant. While the restaurant may be new, the soul, the food and the wine is rooted deeply in the traditions of Italy and the Napa Valley. Ca’ Momi Enoteca has been in Napa Valley for over 5 years serving pizza and amazing pastries, but the story starts well before that. Valentina Guolo-Migotta, the…
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There are some nights we just want something light, fast, and yummy and this Sweet Potato and Black Bean Nachos checks all those boxes. Plus, this dish is perfect for football watching; think upcoming Super Bowl, especially if you are looking for something that won’t leave you feeling- UGH! It is fresh, clean, and packed with goodness. Servings: One cookie sheet is enough for dinner for…
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This Quinoa Recipe with Veggies is a fantastic side dish or main course! It’s easy to make and can easily adapted to your tastes! Quinoa has quickly become one of my favorite go to grains. It’s easy, plays well with others in so many dishes, is high in protein, and tastes great. I really love that it works equally well as a side dish or as a…
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Did you know it’s super easy to Grill Pizza? It’s delicious too! Check out our recipe for homemade pizza dough to throw on your grill! Did you know you can make homemade pizza on the grill anywhere? Even if you don’t have a back yard! It is crispy and warm and can be made with whatever toppings you have on hand. Plus, it’s super easy…
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If you want an easy, delicious bread recipe that will make your kids say “that’s the best bread ever mom”, then try this recipe now! This is a bread recipe that I adapted once I found my very healthy husband had heredity pre diabetes and heredity high cholesterol. There is a lot you can add to it or change. Remember, cookbooks and books, read them,…
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