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Why Basil Pesto Sauce is the King of Summer Flavors

Classic basil pesto sauce with pine nuts and Parmesan cheese

A classic fresh basil pesto sauce is a traditional Italian condiment that is as easy as it gets to make. The homemade result will be superior to any store bought version. It is the ultimate summer flavor and is as versatile as you would want a sauce / condiment to be.

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Mejadra: Protein Packed Rice with Lentils and Cumin

Mejadra, Majadra or Mujaddara, consists of cooked lentils together with wheat or rice and topped with sautéed onions.  It is a popular dish in the Arab world, dating back to 1226 (!), and has many versions in Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities.
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Asparagus Time. Spring in the Kitchen!

Spring. Cherry blossoms. Daffodils. Tulips. Yet when spring cooking time arrives, there is one green vegetable that always comes first to mind. Asparagus.

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Winter White Bean Soup

“Jonas” is behind us, but the snow on the ground all around makes me crave hot, thick, rich winter soups. And what can be better than a hardy white bean and beef soup? Continue reading Winter White Bean Soup

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Easiest Soup Ever Or How to Warm Up During A Polar Vortex

The polar vortex and DC split ways by now, but I have just realized many of my friends and family had no idea how to keep themselves warm during those freezing nights. My solution is simple: a boiling hot, simple and hardy chicken vegetable noodle soup! Continue reading Easiest Soup Ever Or How to Warm Up During A Polar Vortex
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Chilled Asparagus Soup

summary: Fresh asparagus, leeks, shallots and spinach cooked and pureed into a perfect summer chiller. Don’t forget the drizzle of rosemary infused olive oil to finish the dish! Continue reading Chilled Asparagus Soup

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Summer Broccoli Salad, 4th of July Version

Invited to a potluck BBQ and struggling with what to bring? This broccoli salad is easy, light and always a party favorite. Fix a big batch and leave some at home; you will want this snack later tomorrow! Continue reading Summer Broccoli Salad, 4th of July Version
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Black bananas? Bake banana bread!

Ever got to the end of the week just to realize that you forgot all about those yellow green bananas you got last weekend and they turned all black? Fear not: this is their optimal ripeness for this healthy honey banana bread.

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