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Cheesy Butternut Squash Cavatappi
Better Homes & Gardens magazine, September 2013 I’ve made a few minor changes to the original recipe. This recipe can also be made...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 29, 20211 min read
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Lentil Soup
2 carrots, chopped 2 ribs of celery, chopped 2 small to medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 medium onion or 3 shallots,...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 28, 20211 min read
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Smoky Sweet Potato Chicken Stoup
Recipe by Rachael Ray 2 T. extra-virgin olive oil 2 medium carrots, peeled 2 ribs celery 1 large onion, peeled and halved 2 cloves...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 26, 20212 min read
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Torta de Canela (Cinnamon Cake)
I got this recipe from my sister, Catherine, who got it from her husband's Peruvian aunt. My family loves it! It is so simple to make,...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 25, 20211 min read
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Showing Up
September 23, 2021 What is your mood today? I’ve been moving between different ones lately, but with the arrival of autumn my mood feels...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 23, 20213 min read
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Pork, White Bean, Kale & Tomato Soup
Compliments of Deb Juarez, Meals on Heels Ingredients: 1 lb. of pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into one-inch pieces 1 onion, diced 2...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 16, 20211 min read
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Pen in Hand
September 16, 2021 During my early years as a mother, I was often amused and amazed by the things my daughters said. I would grab the...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 16, 20213 min read
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Openings
September 10, 2021 I’ve noticed that when I am curious about something or begin to focus on a word or idea, the Universe responds with...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 10, 20213 min read
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Elisa's Spinach & Potato Frittata
Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1/3 cup milk, half & half, or oatmilk 2 T. butter 1 T. olive oil 1-1/2 cups chopped/thin sliced potatoes (I...
Elisa Juarez
Sep 1, 20211 min read
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Changing Seasons
August 23, 2021 This morning I took my coffee onto the balcony and listened to the chorus of birds and crickets. There was a hint of cool...
Elisa Juarez
Aug 23, 20213 min read
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Singing in the Rain
August 13, 2021 The mystery of this life continues to stretch and soften me. The past few weeks have brought back memories of watching my...
Elisa Juarez
Aug 13, 20213 min read
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The Stuff of Life
August 6, 2021 There can be all kinds of activity whirling around us, but when a loved one is hurt, ill, or suffering we become...
Elisa Juarez
Aug 6, 20213 min read
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Summer Berry Cobbler
Recipe courtesy of Tyler Florence Food Network, 2001 Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 pint blueberries 1 pint raspberries 1 pint blackberries 1...
Elisa Juarez
Jul 4, 20212 min read
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Mixed Berry Smoothie
This is my favorite smoothie recipe; I make it in the Magic Bullet and add a scoop of Orgain Organic Protein Powder. If you use a...
Elisa Juarez
Jul 2, 20211 min read
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Cherry-Blueberry Crumb Pie
My husband’s favorite pie is cherry, and mine is blueberry. I decided to combine them with a ready-made organic pie crust and top it with crumb topping. It was simple and delicious! Ingredients: 9-inch pie crust 1 can (organic) cherry pie filling 1 cup wild blueberries (fresh or frozen) 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Crumb topping : 3/4 cup oats 3/4 cup flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare
Elisa Juarez
Jun 30, 20211 min read
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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Smoothie
I make this smoothie in the Magic Bullet, adding a scoop of Orgain Organic Protein Powder. Enjoy this with or without added protein! It...
Elisa Juarez
Jun 30, 20211 min read
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Blueberry Buckle
Betty Crocker Cookbook (the one my mother used faithfully throughout my childhood and beyond!) Mix thoroughly.................. 3/4 cup...
Elisa Juarez
Jun 24, 20211 min read
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Mushroom Patties with Sour Cream & Herbs
From Better Homes & Gardens magazine, November 2019; recipe by Anna Kovel Chopping the stuffing and mushrooms in a food processor ensures...
Elisa Juarez
Jun 15, 20212 min read
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Italian Pesto Pasta Salad
Better Homes & Gardens, August 2013 The key to this easy dish is quality pesto. If you have a few extra minutes, make your own: In a...
Elisa Juarez
Jun 14, 20211 min read
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Mozzarella Salad
By Rachael Ray Ingredients: 16 pieces bocconcini, bite-sized mozzarella balls 1 pint multi-colored, yellow or red heirloom cherry...
Elisa Juarez
Jun 11, 20211 min read
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