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Spanakorizo: Greek Spinach and Rice
People often say there is nothing like a home cooked meal. I think, often, they mean there is nothing like a familiar meal, cooked in their familiar home, by familiar people. Though a cliche, this recipe has been passed down in my mother’s family for generations. Her grandmother made it for her mom, her mom…
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Gluten Freedays: Cornbread Stuffing
For my American readers, stuffing (sometimes called dressing) is a classic Thanksgiving side. Some make it from scratch, some use Stovetop brand. Some cook it on its own, and some cook it inside the Turkey (hence why it is called “stuffing”). Regardless of how you make it, it is always delicious. In my opinion, this…
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Zucchini Boats
It’s an eco-eats kind of day! This recipe is a delicious and easy way to cook using locally grown ingredients and get your vegetables. Zucchini boats are a delicious and sustainable way to enjoy fresh zucchini, especially when they’re in season. They can be filled with a variety of ingredients, often utilizing leftovers or pantry…
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Lentil Soup
Welcome to the first installment of Whole Health Wednesday! Here, I share recipes to benefit multiple aspects of your health. Today, we have a recipe that’s a heavy hitter when it comes to health support: my grandmother’s lentil soup. This hearty, nutritious dish offers multiple health benefits: It is important to note that my recipe…
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Minestrone
When I set out to make this blog, I set a goal for myself to make it more than a simple cooking blog. I want to post content that helps people live their life better. As the daughter of two healthcare workers, I grew up with the privilege of having a mom and dad that…
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Grandmother’s Spaghetti Sauce
Ingredients: Mazola oil 2 large Vidalia Onions 2 lb ground beef 1 large can Contadina tomato paste 4 cans of Contadina tomato sauce (14 oz) 1/4 c. granulated sugar Garlic powder Oregano 2 lbs uncooked spaghetti Cooking Instructions: This makes enough sauce for 2 lb of uncooked spaghetti. Freeze 1/2 and only make one pound of…
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