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hearty chicken barley soup

Hearty Soup

INGREDIENTS:  1 onion, 1 leek, 2 tbs. olive oil, 1 lb. organic chicken (optional), 2 tbs sofrito, 1 medium turnip, 4 medium carrots, 1/2 celery root, 2-3 cloves garlic, 1-2 cups pearled barley, 1 head escarole, 12+ cups of water

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hearty chicken barley soup

Hearty Soup

INGREDIENTS:  1 onion, 1 leek, 2 tbs. olive oil, 1 lb. organic chicken (optional), 2 tbs sofrito, 1 medium turnip, 4 medium carrots, 1/2 celery root, 2-3 cloves garlic, 1-2 cups pearled barley, 1 head escarole, 12+ cups of water

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collard and leek bunch

Easy Recipe for Greens!

I made greens with leeks because that’s what I had in the fridge and ended up loving how it came out.  I tested it out on a couple of friends a couple of weeks later and got the seal of

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collard and leek bunch

Easy Recipe for Greens!

I made greens with leeks because that’s what I had in the fridge and ended up loving how it came out.  I tested it out on a couple of friends a couple of weeks later and got the seal of

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roasted chicken

Fall Harvest Roast

Every time I share this meal I get rave reviews.  I first learned this wholesome recipe from my friends’ mom, Madeline, who had us over her apartment in Brooklyn.  It was so yummy and sounded so easy I had to

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roasted chicken

Fall Harvest Roast

Every time I share this meal I get rave reviews.  I first learned this wholesome recipe from my friends’ mom, Madeline, who had us over her apartment in Brooklyn.  It was so yummy and sounded so easy I had to

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apple crisp- sugar free

Apple Crisp

Shh, don’t tell anyone it’s made without any sugar!  This yummy recipe is made with maple syrup and honey instead.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Start  with 7 – 10 apples (I substituted two Bosc pears for two apples). Chop

apple crisp- sugar free

Apple Crisp

Shh, don’t tell anyone it’s made without any sugar!  This yummy recipe is made with maple syrup and honey instead.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Start  with 7 – 10 apples (I substituted two Bosc pears for two apples). Chop

fall harvest 2010

Fall Harvest

The fall harvest has begun!  These shots from September 17, 2010 Montclair Community Food Coop.

fall harvest 2010

Fall Harvest

The fall harvest has begun!  These shots from September 17, 2010 Montclair Community Food Coop.

pinto beans

Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!

Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this

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pinto beans

Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!

Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this

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bacalaitos

Bacalaitos

No, I had no business making these on a hot July day.  For some reason I was craving them…  Nothing compares to bacalaitos (cod fish fritters) deep fried and eaten seaside in Puerto Rico.  Alas, I had to give those

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bacalaitos

Bacalaitos

No, I had no business making these on a hot July day.  For some reason I was craving them…  Nothing compares to bacalaitos (cod fish fritters) deep fried and eaten seaside in Puerto Rico.  Alas, I had to give those

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pasta with grilled vegetables

Roasted Veggies and Pasta

This is spring and summer favorite that is simple to make. Enhance the individual flavors of the vegetables by three simple ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. Make any traditional pasta salad healthier by using: a greater ratio of

pasta with grilled vegetables

Roasted Veggies and Pasta

This is spring and summer favorite that is simple to make. Enhance the individual flavors of the vegetables by three simple ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. Make any traditional pasta salad healthier by using: a greater ratio of

Queso Frito (fried cheese)

This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains).  Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup

Queso Frito (fried cheese)

This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains).  Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup

Mangu with onions

Mangu Recipe

This is a traditional dish from the Dominican Republic.  I first tried it during college while visiting my dear friend Mirta’s Dominican family.  It is often served with fried eggs, salami and/or fried cheese.  This vegan option is delicious and

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Mangu with onions

Mangu Recipe

This is a traditional dish from the Dominican Republic.  I first tried it during college while visiting my dear friend Mirta’s Dominican family.  It is often served with fried eggs, salami and/or fried cheese.  This vegan option is delicious and

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