Recipes

Craving Chocolate?

Satisfy your sweet tooth with my Dark Chocolate Cake. It’s just the right amount of sweet, with a little jolt of coffee. An unusual combination of flavors, but unexpectedly delicious. Of course, I have to use olive oil and balsamic vinegar in my recipe, after all I am Italian! Serve this at your next party. Use a stencil for the top of the cake and…

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Be Inspired!

I was inspired to create a traditional Greek meal. Check out my Orzo, Chicken & Olives meal, delicious and great for a summertime gathering. Also, check out my Italian inspired meal an easy version of eggplant parm, eggplant towers, super yummy and easy to create.

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Sweet treats at the beach

There is nothing better than a long day at the beach, swimming in the ocean, boogie boarding, collecting shells, visiting with family, and catching the rays. But, it can get pretty steamy. Try this easy treat to cool off. Peel a ripened (outside should be slightly brown) banana, and place in a plastic bag in the freezer. Let it freeze overnight. In the middle of…

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Go Green!

Lately, kale has been our go to green! We add it to our shakes to power-up before a workout. We add it to our sandwiches to give it a little crunch, and our all-time favorite way to eat kale is in a salad. It is the foundation upon which we build a hearty and healthy salad adding lots of powerfoods like: chick peas, cranraisins, corn,…

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