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Skinny Spicy Spaghetti with Garlic, Parmesan and Veggies

May 15, 2013
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I love creating healthy pasta recipes. Pasta is one of those foods that we’re told not to eat if we’re on a diet. It has “way too many carbs” and can make you “put on weight.” But pasta is also one of the best comfort foods we have, and for people who love it, it’s [...]

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Our Trip to Monterey… And How to Recover After “Over-Indulging”

May 10, 2013
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One of the things I love about being in the Bay Area is that there are tons of vacation spots within just a couple hours of home. Monterey is one of those hidden gems that is just south of the Bay Area, but feels like you’re in a destination far away. It’s a sleepy little [...]

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Healthy Snack Giveaway from Food Should Taste Good!

May 6, 2013
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Who doesn’t like chips? Crunchy, salty, and bite-sized — they’re perfect for curing those 3pm munchies. Of course, they’re not always the healthiest snack option since they’re fried and usually highly processed. That’s not the case with Food Should Taste Good, the company that’s making the perfect chip that tastes great and is good for [...]

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Falafel Style Lentil Burgers with Creamy Feta Sauce

May 1, 2013
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It is no secret that I love lentils. Between their high protein content and their earthy, nutty flavor – I’m always looking for more ways to squeeze lentils into my diet. I’m also a huge fan of mediterranean flavors and the husband and I absolutely love falafel. And so, when I saw this recipe from [...]

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How to Make Simple and Healthy Roasted Red Peppers

April 22, 2013
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I love roasted red peppers. I love their texture, their flavor, and how they add a gourmet feel to so many dishes. What I don’t love about them is that often at restaurants and the grocery store, they are packed in oil, or roasted in a ton of oil, which just adds unnecessary fat and [...]

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A Healthy Granola Giveaway from Purely Elizabeth!

April 18, 2013
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Granola has always been one of my health food pet-peeves. This is because granola is always marketed as “healthy,” I mean, even the word “granola” sounds healthy doesn’t it? But unfortunately most granolas are more like dessert than a health food. They are often packed with sugar and fat, and sometimes 1/2 cup of granola [...]

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