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Paying homage to Trader Joe's Salsa Verde.

I have recently discovered that Trader Joe’s Salsa Verde makes just about anything rather delicious so this is my homage to the wonderfully inexpensive and tasty green concoction: Salsa Verde over eggs:  Pour it over scrambled or over easy eggs and top with diced avocado. Salsa Verde as a dressing:  Toss left over chicken with some …

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Paying homage to Trader Joe’s Salsa Verde.

I have recently discovered that Trader Joe’s Salsa Verde makes just about anything rather delicious so this is my homage to the wonderfully inexpensive and tasty green concoction: Salsa Verde over eggs:  Pour it over scrambled or over easy eggs and top with diced avocado. Salsa Verde as a dressing:  Toss left over chicken with some …

Chicken, Dinner, Food, News, Recipes, Vegetables

“Breaded” Baked Chicken and Curried Cauliflower

When cooking with kids, measuring ingredients often goes out the window and I have learned over the years to become much more relaxed in the kitchen.  I love to get my kids involved in meal preparation – and a quick tip for the parents out there trying to get their kids to eat Paleo – …

Beef, Dinner, Food, Lunch, News, Recipes, Soups & Stews

Warm up with some soup!

This weekend we had a terrific rain storm which kept us huddled around the fire and craving soup.  This soup is easy, delicious, comforting, and tastes even better the next day.  Here’s how you do it: Cover the bottom of a big pot with olive oil and add 1 diced red onion.  When onions start to become …

Dinner, Fitness, Food, News, Recipes

Five minute rounds…

When life gets tough, I often think about those few epic CrossFit WODS that have been permanently burned into my memory banks, and I think, “Well, if I can get through THAT, I can get through anything.”  I also think about the resiliance of children and how they often tackle challenges with the bravery and optimism of warriors.  For example, …

Beef, Breakfast, Dinner, Food, News, Recipes, Soups & Stews

Brussel Sprouts for Breakfast and Red Curry for Dinner

I recently had someone ask a question about Brussel Sprouts and wanted recipe ideas.  Brussel sprouts tend to be one of those veggies with a very bad reputation, and I admit, I used to loathe the thought of eating the miniature cabbages – but I have truly grown to love them and yes, my kids …