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Sweet Potato Coconut Curry with Chicken and Bacon

November 3, 2011
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You heard me right. Bacon in your curry, and it’s healthy too. Just a little bit of bacon goes a long way and adds oh so much flavor. This recipe is like a dream come true my friends. In the same way that I can’t get enough pumpkin I also can’t get enough sweet potato. If [...]

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Tutti Fruitti Chocolate Coconut Popsicles

September 21, 2011
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Hear me out. I get it. I have already teased you with fall pumpkin recipes and here I am bringing you cool popsicles. Here is the deal. In Southern California the days start off grey, foggy and a little chilly. By the afternoon the sun is scorching hot and we crave cold sips and icy pops. I [...]

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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins – Gluten Free

August 3, 2011
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It has been a few months since I posted with the Gluten Free Ratio Rally group and I am so pleased to be back in the mix this month. I could not resist with the cake theme. As you know cake is one of my all time favorite foods. In my book, muffins are just [...]

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Strawberry Peach Coconut Popsicles

July 13, 2011
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With summer here we all like to relax a little more and spend less time in the kitchen. American Express asked me what dessert I could make with 6 or less ingredients. The first thing that came to mind were sweet & fruity popsicles. Both kids and adults love popsicles. They are a tasty little [...]

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Pomegranate Blueberry Coconut Muffins

February 14, 2011
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We adore muffins over here. They are perfect for any time of day, as grab and go snacks, breakfast or even pre or post workout meals. This recipe has a silky, delicate and moist texture. They are gobble ‘em up great. There is coconut in two forms, coconut flour and unsweetened light coconut milk. There is [...]

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Baked Coconut Oatmeal with Pepper Nut Topping

February 7, 2011
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Pepper, coconut and oatmeal. Almost like an exotic rice pudding – for breakfast. Peppercorns are usually thought of paired with savories. With sweet and creamy oatmeal pepper takes on a whole new taste profile. Just a dash and a bowl of oats transforms into something a little more. Not to mention in this recipe it combines [...]

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Chicken with Coconut-Lime Peanut Sauce

February 3, 2011
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The Super Bowl is this Sunday and I am finally diverting from my Valentine’s recipes and sharing a dish that would be great alongside all those mini bite appetizers. There have been so many awesome recipes passed around the internet the past few weeks in preparation for the game. Do I even know who is [...]

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Grilled Coconut Sweet Potato Kebabs

July 23, 2010
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Thankfully I want and crave healthy food all the time. I desire simple preparations that let the ingredients speak for themselves. Sweet Potatoes (what we interchangeably call the Yam) is at the top of my list. Traditionally sweet potatoes are served in the Fall & Winter months. I need them and crave them all year round. [...]

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Coconut Oat Crusted Chicken Nuggets & Two Pomegranate Sauces

July 6, 2010
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I was recently selected to be in a super fun summer cooking competition. Coach’s Oats and POM Wonderful have gotten together to do a second round of their Recipe Battle. POM Wonderful hosts occasional cooking challenges with other healthy food companies to see who can come up with the most delish recipe. Each company chooses [...]

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Nutty Coconut Rice with Golden Raisins & Pecans

May 24, 2010
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I have to admit I am not really a rice kind a gal. I prefer a giant piece of protein with heaps of fresh veggies. That said, with lots of goodies thrown this grain is a whole lot more tempting for me. In this recipe I take a bunch of my favorite ingredients, coconut, cinnamon, [...]

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Coconut Almond Crusted Tilapia

May 14, 2010
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If you are looking for a simple, quick and delicious meal look no further. Coconut and almonds pair wonderfully with flakey tilapia. A healthy and balanced meal for lunch, dinner and perfect for Project Lunch Box too! I paired it with my tasty  Roasted Asparagus with Gruyére and Smoked Paprika.

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Fruit and Egg Skillet Oatmeal

March 14, 2010
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We love a great bowl of steamy oatmeal over here. There are countless ways you can add flavor and more texture to a bowl of oats. In this recipe I include lots of lean protein, healthy fats and flavor to get you going and to keep you going until your next meal. Apples and oats [...]

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Skinny Chocolate Drop Cookies

February 26, 2010
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I am not sure what inspired me to come up with this cookie recipe. Perhaps it is my love for chocolate. I also have a thing for Ezekiel bread. Combining the two was a small experiment in health, flavor and a very quick, simple to prepare cookie. The results are a cakey, rich fabulous treat. [...]

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Cocoa Coconut Oat Parfait

January 19, 2010

Big news folks! It is National Oatmeal Month. Wow, who knew?? Around here it might as well be Oatmeal Month everyday! We heart our oats. I speak of the oat often. Oats are whole grain complex carbs that taste great and have loads of health benefits (see my post Oatmeal: The Basics for more on [...]

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Pomegranate Coconut Shake with Cacao Nibs

November 27, 2009

Pomegrante, coconut and chocolate pair beautifully in this creamy, dreamy shake. Enjoy for breakfast or mini meal snacks. The small crunch of toasted cacao nibs adds a fun textural element. This tastes like an ice cream shake, but in reality it is filled with great for you, healthy ingredients.

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