Tamarind-Marinated Hanger Steak and Salad

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If you’ve never bought a hanger steak before, you should.  Last weekend we had a glimpse of Spring with a fantastic Saturday weather than begged for grilling.  I was chatting with the butcher about different cuts and decided to throw in a hanger steak in the mix.  All I can say is 1) Yummy, I was surprised with its tenderness …

Gluten Free Whoopie Pie

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There is something enticing about sinking your teeth in a soft sandwich of gewy marshmallow between two delicious chocolate cookies. It’s been on my mind for a couple of weeks and I finally made it for the kids.  I’ve only heard this kind of excitement a couple of times, mainly when opening gifts at Christmas! However, these are in fact …

Minty Avocado Dip

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Hi guys.  Here’s a quick recipe for a favorite snack of mine.  I add it to sandwiches, as a side with grilled meats and serves as my breakfast at times with some rice crackers. Healthy, filling and fast! Save the avocado pits to be added to any smoothie you like.  It adds a nutty flavor and offers cancer-fighting, digestive and antioxidant …

Fresh Chick Pea Salad with Freekeh

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It’s a delight when I find foods at the market that remind me of childhood.  Fresh chick peas were a favorite snack growing up.  My grandparents had heaps of these bushy plants growing around the house.  We would pile them up and gather all the cousins and friends around, and spend the afternoon snacking.  Oftentimes, my uncle would roast them …

Greens and Brown Rice with Roasted Almonds

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A trip to the Farmer’s Market is necessary to wet the appetite and juice creativity.  I don’t know if that applies to everyone but certainly true for a foodie.  Shopping for food is the most joyful shopping I do, I could spend hours.  As for the Farmer’s Market, it’s no exception.  However, I avoid it on the weekend because it’s …