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Tom Collins Drink – Refreshing Summer High Ball Cocktail

Looking for some perfect spring or summer time cocktail recipes? The Tom Collins drink is a refreshing gin sour that is an excellent sipper for hot summer evenings.  This recipe uses combination of simple sugar and lemon juice with gin and club soda. The Tom Collins is one of the best everyday cocktails and is a …

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Vegetarian Penne Pasta Recipe – A Deliciously Cheesy Delight

Looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian penne pasta recipe? Look no further than this creamy veggie penne dish! It’s made with whole wheat pasta, juicy tomatoes, and reduced-fat cheese plus some crunchy pecans for added texture. It’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, and it’s sure to become …

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Vegan Tropical Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette Dressing

This vegan tropical salad combines a mix of fresh greens, and veggies with pineapple and a tangy cilantro lime vinaigrette dressing. Since I am following a vegan diet, I used Gardein chicken strips, but normal chicken breasts would work just fine if you are a meat eater. These chicken strips are very tasty, meat-free, and …

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Thai Peanut Stir Fry With Brown Rice – Vegan Recipe for Meatless Monday

This Thai peanut stir fry has a boatload of veggies to add lots of flavor and nutrition to your dinner meal. Team this vegan stir fry with brown rice, flavored with cumin, spring onions and raisins and you will tempt even the most meat loving family member. Be sure to make extra rice. The left …

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Banana Fruit Carving- Creative uses of Bananas – Food Styling and Food Art

Your child will nave no problem getting their fruit intake when you present them with these easy banana fruit carving creations! I love bananas as much as the next guy.  But my main use of them is in my cereal in the morning to get my daily dose of potassium. That is not the case …

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Oatmeal Date Bars with Maple Syrup – Hearty Date Squares

These oatmeal date bars are a recipe that my mother often made when I was a little girl. I love recipes that take me back to my childhood. This is even more important to me now that my mother has passed away. Anything that reminds me of her is a precious recipe. This delicious oatmeal …

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Vegetarian Twice Baked Potatoes – A Healthier Version – [With Vegan Adaptation]

One of my family’s favorite side dishes is vegetarian twice baked potatoes. But the normal version is full of fat, cream, butter and calories. This healthy recipe uses a Vegan spread and vegetable cheese but is still full of flavor. You can customize your flavorings to suit your family’s tastes. The twice baked potatoes take …

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Vegetarian Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms – With Vegan Options

This recipe for vegetarian stuffed portobello mushrooms has been adjusted for a meatless diet without sacrificing any of the delicious taste. I love portobello mushrooms in just about any dish. They are hearty and filling and just delicious. The next time you want something different for dinner, instead of using ground beef, try stuffing your …

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The Gardening Cook Welcomes You With Gardening Tips and Healthy Recipes

Welcome! Many people think about gardening on the weekends and cooking during the week. For me, gardening and cooking are both week long projects. I could dig in the dirt all day long every day if I had the opportunity. I especially love to use vegetables that I grow in my own vegetable garden in …

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