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Caprese Salad

The caprese salad is one of the easiest and most delicious dishes you’ll ever prepare. This Italian favorite has been around for years, but many people don’t know how easy it is to make. The downside to the dish is that it can be expensive. The fresh basil and mozzarella especially, but it sure is delicious! […]

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The Best Marinara Sauce You’ve Ever Had

I don’t know about you, but one of the staples in my apartment is a rich marinara sauce that is easy to make and when I tell you it’s the best marinara sauce in the world (except Italy of course), you’ll just have to try it to believe me. I use it at least every other day on […]

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The Perfect Vegetarian Lasagna

This delicious vegetarian lasagna is one of my all time favorite recipes! I love to cook it on a Sunday night, have it for dinner, and save the rest for leftovers for the rest of the week. Being able to open my fridge and munch on this dish gives me a smile from ear to […]

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Vegetarian Pizza Recipe

I don’t know about you, but I am a huge sucker for vegetarian pizza. I could eat it all the time! It is one of my favorite foods, and I have figured out a healthy recipe! I really try to eat healthy for the majority of my meals, and this just adds to my healthiness. […]

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Green Vegetable Penne Pasta with Pesto Sauce

Most pesto sauces stream in olive oil, so I try hard to find options to substitute for the sometimes overpowering olive oil. For this recipe, I found that vegetable broth works very well. Also, you can do any variation of vegetables. I think this dish is very tasty and pretty as a result of all […]

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Quick and Easy Bruschetta

I am a huge fan of tomatoes, so whenever I get a chance to make something with tomatoes, I get very excited. This healthy bruschetta recipe is incredibly tasty and is easy to make! It only takes around 10 minutes and then you’ll have a delicious snack that is kind to your waistline. This is also a […]

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Kid-Friendly Italian Spiced Green Beans & Brown Rice

There is nothing like a good mixture of vegetables and brown rice that your kids will love. But sometimes, that gets a little boring so this is a way to add delicious spices, vinegar, and tomatoes to make it become pure deliciousness that you and your family will never get tired of. I make this […]

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Double Green Vegan Pesto

Spring time in New England brings a bounty of fresh greens!  Spinach is a favorite of mine.  What can’t you do with spinach really?  Soups, dips, smoothies, casseroles, salads, wraps and juices.  Possibilities are endless.  With the warmer weather I’m looking at the lighter of these options.  Pesto comes to mind as there is no […]

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Farro Recipe: Nutrient-Rich Grain of Italy

In recent years, quinoa and cous cous have become staples in many households across the US. With their known health benefits, these grains provide a lot of protein, dietary fiber, and iron. These whole grains provide a natural balance to a diet that may be lacking in such nutrients, specifically those who are vegan and […]

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Ruby Red Root Puree Made With Pompeian Olive Oil

Is there anything more dazzling than a bright array of vegetables in the summer? Often times root vegetables perform a solo act, but blended together, these grown-underground gems can create new depths of flavor. Red and orange vegetables are high in Vitamin A so not only will your eyes be dazzled by this dish, but so will […]

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