Onions are a healthy food! They are natural antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties, partially due to the sulfur compounds found in them, especially when not cooked. They help decrease triglycerides and cholesterol, are a source of fiber (1-3%) and rich in soluble ‘prebiotic’ fibers called Fructans which feed the beneficial bacteria residing in your colon*. […]
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Sauerkraut is an excellent source of vitamin C and K, iron, fiber and the gut healthy bacteria, lactic acid. When you heat sauerkraut in the cooking process you will lose some of the healthy bacteria produced in the fermentation process, however, it will still be a great source of soluble fiber, vitamin K and iron. This simple recipe passed down from
I like to make this salad the day before serving or in the morning so that it is ready for dinner. With time, the flavors improve. It is a perfect summertime dish and complements barbecued sausage.
I think I have extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) running through my veins. It’s part of so much of what we cook and is no stranger to this recipe, which is perfect for a light lunch, or as an appetizer. This is one of those recipes that begs to be experimented with. Makes for a
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Garlic is never far away from virtually every recipe I make. This Black Bean & Garlic Soup is no exception. As you read more of our recipes, you’ll find that one of our tried and true methods to enhancing flavor and boosting quality, is that most of our soups are made with a very simple,
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Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or just a midday small bite. And if you love to make your own pizza, then think about this as a way to change it up.
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This delicious dish includes features not only a healthy portion of fresh garlic, but a variety of nuts, berries, not to mention the foundation of so many of our recipes, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Reigning from a variety of countries and regions in Northern Africa, Charmoula is very similar to an Italian pesto. Make
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