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05/10/2013 06:31 PM

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Recipe #362: Popcorn Snack Bars

What?! A candy-coated popcorn snack bar that's actually GOOD for you?! Are you kidding me?! Does such a thing even exist? Yep. :) Salty and sweet, and yes, healthy, this snack covers all of the bases. It's got all-natural carbs, healthy fats, and protein, Omega-3's and -6's, etc., is an abundant source of energy, and heck, it even fights germs. It's sort of like Cracker Jack's healthier,

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05/10/2013 01:31 PM

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Recipe 361: Za'atar Crackers with Sesame, Cumin, Caraway, & Nigella Seeds

This is a super-easy and delicious high-protein snack that goes well with all sorts of condiments, particularly hummus. The various types of seeds, plus the homemade za'atar, which is made with fresh herbs as opposed to dried, is what gives this recipe a particularly vibrant flavor. I brought these into my kung fu class, and they disappeared pretty quickly. I even saw some people go back for

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05/10/2013 11:01 AM

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Recipe #360: Festive, Italian-Style Shrimp & Red Bell Peppers in Garlic Sauce

Out of all of the seafood on the planet, shrimp definitely has to be one of the most popular. It's also cooks fast, so it's perfect for those times when you're in a rush but still want to make a decent, healthy meal. And when I say fast, this dish can be made in under 20 minutes flat, and that counts kitchen prep and cooking time. (Yes, it's really that quick, especially if you're a fast chopper

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05/06/2013 04:31 PM

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Recipe #359: Baked Egg in an Avocado Topped with Homemade Pico de Gallo

This was today's breakfast, although it could also be served for lunch or dinner, or even as a snack. Of course, this recipe is yet another selection from The Athlete's Cookbook. You'll probably notice that there have been a plethora of avocado recipes here lately. That's no coincidence. It's been an avocado kind of week. :) Unless you've been living under a rock for the last couple of years, y

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05/01/2013 07:05 PM

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Recipe #358: Shrimp & Avocado Salad

This recipe has a distinctly American flair (all 15 pieces - lol), and was inspired by summers spent in New England. It's an ideal dish for picnics, BBQs, or festive summer parties. This is the type of recipe that makes me want to throw an outdoor dinner party. :) I'm picturing Japanese lanterns strung across the deck, glowing through the dusk, just as the sun's beginning to set, with a table fu

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04/30/2013 03:35 PM

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Recipe #357: Turkey Florentine Mini Roulades (Rotolo di Tacchino al Forno)

The inspiration for this recipe comes from Sicily. Roulade is a French word that's derived from the verb, rouler, which means "to roll," and rotolo (from the verb, rotolare), of course, is its Italian equivalent. Italians also commonly refer to this dish as involtini. Although roulade can be made with a variety of meats, chicken and beef are probably most common. (When it's made with b

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04/25/2013 06:47 PM

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Recipe #355: Vegetable Quesadillas

Packed with brightly colored vegetables, this dish is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the stomach. It makes a super-easy and nutritious go-to appetizer, dinner, or lunch. Quick and healthy, this dish can be prepared in a matter of minutes. It’s got all the bases covered -- it’s high in protein, fiber, and quality carbs but low in fat, and really satisfies. Vegetable Quesadillas Quesadilla

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04/25/2013 06:47 PM

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Recipe #356: "Polenta-Style" Quinoa Cakes with Mushroom Ragù

Below was today's lunch, and wow, was it was deceptively filling! I could only eat 2 cakes, and let me tell you, I have a sizable appetite. Just ask my friends and family. :) Thank goodness I work out a lot. Lol. Today's my kung fu and gym day, so I don't have a lot of time to wax effusively about this recipe right now. Also, I'm pressing full speed ahead to meet the rapidly approaching deadl

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04/20/2013 07:46 AM

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Recipe #---: White Pizza with Pesto & Pignoli Nuts

3 cheeses pesto pignoli (pine) nuts

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04/17/2013 07:48 PM

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Recipe #354: Baby Rocket, Chickpea, & Hearts of Palm Salad with Shaved Manchego Cheese, Tossed in a Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette

This blog clearly needs more salad recipes, so it's time to rectify that. Like the last 10 zillion recipes I've been posting here lately, this one's also going to be in The Athlete's Cookbook, which will be released this summer, on August 13th. So, those of you who've told me that you've been eagerly awaiting its arrival won't have to wait much longer. :) It's currently available for preorder an

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04/16/2013 07:16 PM

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Recipe #353: Hazelnut-Chocolate Mousse Pudding

This recipe was inspired by a friend of mine. Several months ago, we'd had a conversation about how cool it would be to have a recipe for a healthy version of Nutella, and here, several months later is that recipe, albeit in pudding form. :) However, it's easy enough to turn into a spread just by removing some of the liquid from the recipe, and so, that how-to for this alternate idea has bee

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04/15/2013 10:47 AM

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Recipe #352: Tuna à La Tapenade

Wanna pack on lean muscle mass and reduce post-exercise inflammation? Then try this tasty, easy-to-make, no-cook dish (from our upcoming book, The Athlete's Cookbook), which is made with ZERO mayo, is simply loaded to the hilt with lean protein and Omega-3's. Tapenade is a refreshing, not to mention much healthier (!), alternative to mayo. It not only keeps the tuna moist, but also gives it

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04/14/2013 10:18 PM

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Recipe #252: Tuna à La Tapenade

Wanna pack on lean muscle mass and reduce post-exercise inflammation? Then try this tasty dish (from our upcoming book, The Athlete's Cookbook), which is made with ZERO mayo, is simply loaded to the hilt with lean protein and Omega-3's. Tapenade is a refreshing and much healthier alternative to mayo, not to mention a much more flavorful one as well. It not only keeps the tuna moist, bu

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04/12/2013 08:16 PM

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Recipe #351: No-Bake Chocolate-Cherry-Almond Energy Bites

These nutritious, satisfying, and naturally sweet bite-sized treats make great pre- or post-workout snacks. They’re also the perfect portion size for a mid-day snack or even a mini-dessert. Take them with you on the go when you need something quick and healthy to pop into your mouth. Not only are these treats healthy and portable, but they take only a matter of minutes to make. They also ha

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04/03/2013 07:01 PM

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Recipe #350: Coconut Chicken

Coconut chicken has to be one of my absolute, all-time faves. Heck, coconut makes almost anything taste good. :) I love cooking and baking with it in all forms. It tastes great in seafood dishes (particularly fish and shrimp dishes), snacks, and all sorts of desserts and beverages, etc. Yeah, I'm loco for coco. ;) Of course, this recipe uses coconut flakes, coconut milk, and coconut

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03/29/2013 06:31 AM

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Recipe #349: Quinoa, Black Bean, & Feta Stuffed Peppers

This recipe is basically a fusion of two different cuisines. There are all of the usual Mexican flavors and ingredients -- cumin, fresh oregano, lime juice, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, black beans, etc. -- but instead of just stopping there, I added some complementary ingredients that, in combination with one another, are decidedly Greek -- i.e., feta, eggplant, tomatoes, fresh mint -- which alm

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03/28/2013 03:02 PM

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Recipe #348: Zucchini "Fettuccine" Alfredo

This dish was on today's lunch menu, chez penguin. :) Of course, most people probably think "fattening" when the word, "Alfredo" comes to mind, but this recipe is, of course, a healthy version, which will be appearing in -- yes, you guessed it -- The Athlete's Cookbook, but of course. :) (In case you haven't been following the narrative of this blog, this is the fitness and nutriti

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03/28/2013 12:32 PM

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Paleo Recipes Galore!

I just prepped some Spicy Chicken Wings for tomorrow's Paleo Fitness photo shoot. They're currently marinating in the refrigerator as I write this. :) If things go according to plan, tomorrow I'll also be shooting two other recipes for this book -- Paleo Virgin Mary and Swoon-Worthy Sweet Potatoes-- as well. Over the next several days, you'll probably see

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03/21/2013 01:02 AM

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Recipe #347: Walnut & Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Fresh Herbs, Served with a Side of Steamed Broccoli

This recipe is yet another selection that will appear in The Athlete's Cookbook. The unique thing about this dish is that it's made with zero added oil, and yet, the chicken tastes incredibly flavorful and moist, and won't stick to the pan. Right about now, some of you might be thinking, "Doesn't skinless chicken breast become dry or burn if you don't add oil to the pan while it's cooking?" Nope

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03/20/2013 08:21 PM

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A "Taste" of What's to Come

Almond Butter Frosted Almond & Date Muffins, from The Athlete's Cookbook. Hello All, I just wanted to give you the latest news about the upcoming books I'm currently in the process of writing. As some of you may already know, The Vegan Athlete and 7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle are now out in print! :-D And Paleo Fitness will be on its way to the printer's very shortl

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03/17/2013 05:32 PM

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Recipe #346: Buffalo Chili

The book Paleo Fitness has more or less wrapped, and so now I'm focusing my full attention on writing the next two 7 Weeks to Fitness books, The Athlete's Cookbook (by Brett Stewart and myself) and my first solo effort, Smoothies for Athletes. And yes, in case you were wondering, this particular recipe, like many others I've already shared here, will be making its way into The Athlet

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02/09/2013 07:31 PM

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Recipe #345: Caribbean Fish Stew

Served this dish for lunch, twice -- first to a friend during the week and then to two friends earlier today. In addition to the soup, I also fed the latter friends Jamaican Jerk Chicken, another one of my Paleo Fitness recipes, before heading over with them to a martial arts store to buy kung fu shoes. (We are all students from the same martial arts school.) It's been a day of martial

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02/04/2013 02:31 PM

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Recipe #344: Mushroom Pepper Steak

Made this steak yesterday for lunch. That means I had to start cooking it at around 10 or 10:30 am. That might seem strange to some to start making mushroom pepper steak so early -- and it certainly sometimes feels odd to me too :) -- but that's what needs to be done to get a decent photo. What a gal has to do for good natural lighting. ;) Only one catch: yesterday was really overcast, and it wa

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02/01/2013 09:15 PM

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Recipe #343: Paleo Virgin Mary

Made this drink today, right after completing the photo shoot for the sweet potatoes recipe. Of course, as one might surmise from the title, it's for our upcoming book, Paleo Fitness. :) The below version is a non-Paleo format but contains a simple modification to make it Paleo, i.e., the omission of salt. True to form, this Virgin Mary's definitely got a kick to it. So buckle up, and get re

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02/01/2013 04:15 PM

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Recipe #342: Swoon-worthy Sweet Potatoes

This flavorful sweet potato side dish is packed with nutrients. Sweet potatoes are the perfect carbo-loading food for endurance athletes. So, instead of carbo-loading with pasta, which has limited nutritional value, try sweet potatoes instead. They'll give you lots of energy and taste really good too! This recipe uses walnut oil, a Paleo staple oil that's rich in Omega-3's. And,

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01/31/2013 08:07 PM

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Recipe #341: Spicy Chicken Wings

This hot and spicy Cajun dish can be served as an appetizer (with your favorite dipping sauce) or as a meal. I created this recipe expressly for the upcoming book, Paleo Fitness. OK, got to get ready to leave for kung fu class very soon, so I'm just going to cut to the chase and quickly post the recipe. :) Enjoy! Spicy Chicken Wings Ingredients: 1 lb. chicken wings (about 6 wi

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01/31/2013 12:01 AM

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Recipe #339: Quick & Easy Chicken Noodle Vegetable Soup

Alright, here's yet another soup recipe I've been meaning to post for a while but haven't gotten around to doing so, that is, until now. Since I'd better get back to my bookwriting pronto, this paltry little bit of exposition preceding the recipe will have to do for now. :) Anyhow, when it comes right down to it, most people just want to cut to the chase and get the recipe. As one of my cous

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01/31/2013 12:01 AM

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Recipe #340: Niña Colada Punch

This recipe might look familiar to you. That might be because there are already two other niña colada incarnations on this blog -- one's a smoothie and the other one's a (non-alcoholic) cocktail. So what makes this one different? Well, for starters, it's a punch recipe, (which, of course, is just perfect for parties!), and it's also vegan. In fact, this recipe appears in our recently published b

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01/30/2013 04:31 PM

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Recipe #338: Mushroom Barley Soup

And now, as promised on Facebook (and elsewhere) weeks ago (or was it months? I forget by now), I give you the long-awaited recipe, my mushroom barley soup recipe. (Yes, FINALLY!) So drum roll, please. Lol. Meant to post this recipe back in early December. Several people had asked for the recipe after I posted the photo on Facebook and Flickr and then wrote that the recipe was "TBA." However

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01/29/2013 03:01 PM

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Recipe #337: No-Bake Coconut-Hazelnut Energy Bites

These nutritious treats were created specifically with busy athletes in mind. They're healthy, portable, and extremely quick and easy to make. Eat them as pre- or post-workout snacks, or just take them with you and pop them in your mouth when you're on the go. Although these energy bites don't contain any refined sugar or any other types of sweeteners, (artificial or otherwise), the raisi

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01/29/2013 05:03 AM

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Holiday Entertaining 101: Easy Ideas to Help You Simplify Your Holiday Food Prep

I wrote the below excerpt (as a draft post) a while ago with the intention of covering the topic of entertaining in general. However, since it's now the holiday season, now seemed like the perfect time to post it. :) Whether you’re just having a few friends over to watch the game, throwing a birthday bash, inviting guests over for dinner, or hosting a cocktail party, entertaining doesn’

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01/29/2013 05:03 AM

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Some Exciting News to Share!

I'm immensely excited to announce that I just signed a book deal with Ulysses Press to write Smoothies for Athletes as part of the 7 Weeks to Fitness book series. And, as part of this good news, I'm also happy to tell you that Brett Stewart, the eloquent and inspiring creator of this series, will write the intro. The book will contain 100 smoothies -- fruit smoothies, green sm

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01/28/2013 04:14 PM

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Recipe #336: Portobello Buffalo Burgers

This was tonight's dinner. And yes, if you haven't already guessed, this entrée selection is yet another recipe I've created for the upcoming book, Paleo Fitness. :) Please note that the below version of this recipe is slightly different from the book, since it's almost Paleo. However, only one minor modification is required to make it Paleo, i.e., namely the omission of salt. :) And of

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01/23/2013 06:56 PM

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Recipe #335: Iced Chai Nut Smoothie

Chai is a traditional Indian tea typically made by boiling tea leaves with milk, sugar, and spices, and is one of my favorite beverages. This recipe has been inspired by that beverage, but instead has been revamped into a Paleo-friendly version for the upcoming fitness and nutritional lifestyle book, Paleo Fitness, by Darryl Edwards, Brett Stewart, and Jason Warner, with recipes and meal pl

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01/23/2013 04:27 PM

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Recipe #334: Orange Spice Tea

Made this tea recipe this morning. The house was a bit cold (it's currently 14°F outside!), so it felt particularly good to warm up with a nice cup of hot orange spice tea. :) This recipe will be published in the upcoming book, Paleo Fitness, by Darryl Edwards, Brett Stewart, and Jason Warner (with recipes and meal plan by moi). This book is currently available for pre-order at Amazon.com and

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01/22/2013 07:50 PM

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Recipe #333: Spaghetti Squash & Spicy Meatballs

This was last night's dinner. I'm very happy with the way this recipe turned out. The meatballs and tomato sauce turned out REALLY well. Very flavorful, with just the right amount of heat. Now THAT'S a spicy meat-a-ball! :) Erik really liked the meatballs and the sauce too, which is always a good sign. :) He's not just a primary taste-tester; he's also got a great eye, and often helps me pi

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01/10/2013 03:06 PM

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Healthy Holiday Menu Ideas

Here are a few sample holiday dinner menu ideas to help you plan and organize your holiday food prep. Of course, you'll need to adjust the number of courses you'll be making to suit the number of guests you'll be serving. Please note that each menu section is grouped by skill/difficulty level. Generally, the easier the recipe, the less time it'll take to make it; and of course, the rever

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12/20/2012 04:58 PM

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Recipe #332: Muscle-Building Protein Recovery Shake

As mentioned in the previous post, I'm posting a protein recovery shake from our book, 7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle, to celebrate the fact that our manuscript is now finally heading off to the printers. Of course, as you can probably tell from the book title, this recipe is especially geared towards those of you who want to build some serious lean muscle mass. This post-worko

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12/20/2012 02:29 PM

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What's to Come: Books, Books, and More Books!

To celebrate the fact that our 7 Weeks to 10 Pounds of Muscle manuscript is now finally heading off to the printers, I'm going to post a protein recovery shake especially geared towards those of you who want to build some serious lean muscle mass. That recipe's up next. As for the other book projects, The Vegan Athlete is now in print, and so now that both of these two books have been

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12/20/2012 09:19 AM

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Recipe #3: Lentil & Black Bean Chili

People keep asking me for a recipe for vegetarian chili, so finally, here it is. :) Admittedly, there are a lot of backlogged requests in the queue at present; however, slowly but surely, I'm getting around to them, one by one. Time is of the essence, so I have to be very strategic about the way in which I check them off the list. For example, a friend of mine recently requested that I bring a v

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12/19/2012 08:59 PM

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Recipe #330: Cauliflower Mash

As promised in the previous post, here's a quick and easy recipe you can make for the holidays. In fact, this is actually one of the dishes that I'll be making for an upcoming holiday family gathering. Cauliflower mash makes a great alternative to dishes like mashed potatoes and lots of other not-so-healthy side dishes. In fact, cauliflower mash almost tastes like mashed potatoes (and the

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12/19/2012 06:27 PM

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Ho, Ho, Hold on a Minute! :) Helpful Tips for Preserving Your Sanity Over the Holidays

The holiday season has begun and so has the holiday cooking. :) People everywhere will be cooking like mad to prepare for their holiday gatherings and feasts. And on top of that, they'll be simultaneously trying to juggle a zillion other holiday-related tasks. I often wonder, with all of those to-do's on our holiday checklists, how do we manage to get it all done every year?! But then, wh

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12/18/2012 02:46 PM

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And the Lucky Winner Is....

The Cooking with Corey giveaway contest has now officially come to a close. So it's time to announce the lucky winner! (I know I said I was going to announce the winner on December 16th, but things got a bit hectic on my end with holidays events, work, and other happenings, so please pardon the delay. Anyhow....) And the lucky winner IS.... Drum roll, please.... Jane Ducey! Congratulatio

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #3: Mexican-style Gazpacho

Revive yourself with this tasty, tangy Mexican-style gazpacho. Rich in antioxidants, electrolytes, and Omega-3 fatty acids, this soup is a superfood extravaganza! It's also got TONS of health benefits that are just PERFECT for athletes and other healthy-minded individuals! The ingredients in this soup promote cardiovascular and eye health, regulate blood sugar levels, increase nutrient absorption,

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #2: Strawberry-Kiwi Fizz

Made this last Sunday and drank it with a friend while we were cooling off at the pool in 102°F weather with 60% humidity (!). My friend loved it! She brought the watermelon and I brought the refreshments. :) Both really hit the spot! Please note, this drink is similar in concept to a sangria. If you wish to consume the fruit in this drink, either use a pitcher with a wide spout so that the fr

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #1: Mango Pie Flavored with Cardamom & Saffron

Made this pie and served it to last night's dinner guests. Served it warm with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream on top. After we all dug in, there was only a half of a pie left. :) This recipe pairs mango with cardamom, saffron, and lemon zest. The pie shell is a nut crust that's slightly salty and flavored with a hint of cardamom. Please note that this is supposed to be a more of a tart pie

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #0: Aromatic Basmati Rice (Pilau) -- Ready in Only 15 Minutes!

I made this aromatic side dish (as an accompaniment to chana masala) for both my lunch and dinner guests today and they all really loved it. The guests kept commenting on how good it smelled while it was cooking. And if you make this rice recipe, it'll fill your entire kitchen with its lovely fragrance and just make your whole house smell wonderful too! And the best part about making this recip

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #7: Steak Kebabs

After making this recipe earlier in the week, I got another request from Erik to make it again last night. :) Of course, you don't have to use steak for this recipe; you could use a variety of meats like chicken, lamb, or seafood like shrimp, scallops, or even chunks of tuna or salmon steak. For vegetarians or vegans, tofu, seitan, or tempura would make a nice choice as well. All of these selectio

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #6: Coconut Oatmeal Rum Raisin Cookies

These cookies are dark brown because they're made with organic, blackstrap molasses instead of refined sugar. :) You might've been wondering why a lot of the recipes I've been posting lately are vegan or contain vegan-friendly modifications, including this one. :) Well, that's because I've been writing recipes (and shooting photos) for the upcoming publication, The Vegan Athlete, by Ben Gree

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12/17/2012 11:44 AM

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Recipe #5: Southeast Asian Summer Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

Cool and refreshing as well as quick and easy to make, these bite-sized bundles are the perfect appetizer to serve at spring and summer parties. After all, who can resist fresh and delicious finger food that also just happens to be good for you too?! Unlike spring rolls, summer rolls are served raw and cold. So, clearly, they're much healthier for you than their deep-fried counterpart. :) They

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