tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69513744456035453442024-02-19T00:13:54.965-05:00Eclectic-KitchenGood food...evolved. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6951374445603545344.post-1189191004889421652013-08-22T09:08:00.001-04:002013-08-23T08:57:35.201-04:00Q+A with Chef Michael Smith<div class="p1">
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<b>June 23, 2013</b></div>
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1- How would you describe your own creative process? </div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">For me, I think it's all about seeing, touching, smelling and being with my ingredients. </span></i><br />
<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">In particular, it makes me feel responsible when I know the producers.</span> </i></div>
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2- When did you know you first wanted to be a chef? </div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">I had bought a new car in Arts school, and had to pay for it so I got a job… The easiest job to get is to work in a restaurant so I did the classic dishwashing thing. Three or four days in I realized the cooks were having way more fun than the dishwashers so I promoted myself to cook and went from there</span>. </i></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">He also added that he was 19 at the time, studying graphic design in Arts school.</span> </div>
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3 - What is one thing in your kitchen that you can't live without? </div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">My kids. I love the kids in the kitchen. And salt and pepper.</span> </i></div>
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4- What is one food trend you wish would end?</div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><i>Foam</i>.</span> </div>
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5 - If you had to eat one dish for the rest of your life, what would it be? (I then welcomed Canadiana Baked Lentils as a possible item for that list)</div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">A good garden fresh salad. I love my veggies.</span> </i></div>
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6- What do you say to the kids to get them to the dinner table? </div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Dinner. Sit down.</span> </i></div>
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7- What do you think is the most under appreciated and under used ingredient in Canada? </div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Lentils. We grow the world's best lentils right here in Canada. </span></i></div>
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8- What should every Canadian be growing in their garden, window garden?</div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Something. Anything. Whatever works for you, just do it. And get your kids involved.</span> </i></div>
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9- When you aren't travelling, does your family meal plan in advance?</div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">On the fly. I'm really no good at meal planning. When I go to the grocery store I buy everything I see.</span> </i></div>
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10- Who is your favourite super hero?</div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">The Newteen Titans. Every comic book collector will know exactly who I'm talking about.</span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="color: #0b5394;">My grandfather. I never met him but as I get older my mom tells me more and more that I am my grandfather.</span> </i></div>
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OK this post is now beyond late. I am telling you that it's because I still cannot believe it happened!</div>
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On Sunday June 23, I had such an unforgettable experience, that my face hurt from smiling. As the grand prize winner of the "2013 Love Your Lentils" contest, I had the privilege of spending a 12-hour adventure with Chef Michael Smith enjoying the city of Saskatoon while taking in some lentil highlights. I was alongside a fabulous group of culinary gurus, writers and experts and friends. </div>
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The Love Your Lentils Campaign took place throughout the month of May and aimed to educate Canadians about lentils (a bean that belongs to the pulse family - who knew right?)! It has countless <a href="http://www.saskpulse.com/recipes-nutrition/health-benefits/" target="_blank">health benefits</a>, and has been coined by many, a "superfood." The contest outlined that they were looking for the best original and adapted home recipes containing lentils.<br />
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Not only do lentils help fight cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes but did YOU know that we grow the best in the world, right here in Canada. According to the Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (Sask Pulse), Canada is the number one exporter of pulses to the world, and of those exports, 97% of the lentils, 83% of the chickpeas, and 72% of the peas come from Saskatchewan. (source: <a href="http://www.saskpulse.com/">http://www.saskpulse.com/</a>)<br />
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I encourage you to check out Sask Pulse Growers website. You'll find it's resource rich, including health benefits, recipes, research and get excited, there's even <a href="http://saskpulse.com/news-events/news/the-canadian-lentils-mobile-recipe-app-is-now-available/" target="_blank">The Canadian Lentils Mobile App.</a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This family generously gave Chef Michael some fig cookies. He shared and they were de-lish. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Until these happened... Tried my first bacon infused caesar. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Love the branding! I hope to see these products at the LCBO someday soon.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Left to right: Lucky Bastard Distillery's Saskatoon Berry Liquer, </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Chai Vodka, Original Voka and Game Gin.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">"The Label station is not a toy." </span></td></tr>
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After an non-stop day, I found the right opportunity to ask Chef Michael a few questions I brainstormed with a little help from some friends. He wondered why I waited until after the distillery tour to ask...not a coincidence. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;">This just in: I WON THE 2013 <a href="http://www.loveyourlentils.ca/" style="background-color: transparent;" target="_blank">Canadian Lentils</a> CONTEST!!!</span></span></div>
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In my best 'Mom voice', I ask: Are you getting your 8-10 servings of fruits and veggies each day? </div>
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2 - Wash and cube your veggies. I used cherry tomatoes, onion, mushroom, peppers and zucchini.<br />
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3 - Add 2.5 tbp of olive oil and toss together in a bowl. Salt and Pepper as desired.<br />
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4 - Design your own skewers, (for my sister, I make some without mushrooms)<br />
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5 - Grill on medium heat for 10-15 minutes, or a bit longer if you like them more caramelized.<br />
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Nothing tastes better than food less travelled so why not refer to the <a href="http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/english/availability.html" target="_blank">Foodland Ontario availability guide</a> when deciding what to buy. Have a look for yourself and see what's coming soon to a grocery store or fresh market near you!<br />
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What vegetable combinations should I try next time? Would love to hear from you!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6951374445603545344.post-65443559749447257712013-05-29T12:29:00.000-04:002013-05-29T20:00:46.811-04:00I'll have the Balls. (That's what she said!)<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Every time I watch Eat Street, I wonder where they heck all these Food Trucks are? I would love to jump on this delicious wagon craze but don't want to drive an hour to do so.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I have recently learned that there's a pilot project going on in the Kitchener/Waterloo Region (my hood). </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 17px;">The City of Waterloo is running a pilot food truck project until Dec. 31, 2013. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 17px;">Licensed food trucks can operate in areas in uptown Waterloo, as well as in other locations throughout the city.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 17px;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">One of those other locations is Kitchener City Hall. All summer long there will be food trucks parked out front on Thursdays, from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, until August.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">You can check out the full summer schedule here: <a href="http://www.downtownkitchener.ca/en/livemusic/2013schedule.asp" target="_blank"><span style="color: purple;">Kitchener's Downtown Live 2013 </span></a><br />(Thanks Hilary for sharing all the deets).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">May 21st was Day One.. the rain held out so I lined up at Kitchener City Hall with my appetite.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The Pulled Pork Sandwich was the first menu item to catch my eye but was disappointed to learn they had run out! (I heard it was <i>that good,</i> aw well next time!) It was actually a blessing because my second choice was something I normally wouldn't have ordered. And it was super-taste. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I asked for the balls...(the Risotto Balls you nut!), and grinned from ear to ear when the woman replied with "That's what she said." I have a feeling the get that a lot. Regardless, I had to go for it anyway. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Delicious and definitely worth trying something new! A great option for only $6. <br />Inside: mushroom rice, basil and goats cheese. They are a great vegetarian option and are served with fresh and zesty marinara.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">NEXT FOOD TRUCK DATE: Tomorrow! Thursday May 30 2013 @ Kitchener City Hall. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/576715702359773/" target="_blank">More info on facebook!</a> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Perhaps I'll see you there!</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br />If you'd like to read more info on the Food Truck pilot project currently underway in the Kitchener Waterloo Region, visit <a href="http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/foodtrucklicences.asp" target="_blank">http://www.waterloo.ca/en/government/foodtrucklicences.asp </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Well if <a href="http://chefmichaelsmith.com/" target="_blank">Chef Michael Smith </a>says this, then I'm a believer.<br /><br />Simply put: I heart <a href="http://chefmichaelsmith.com/" target="_blank">Chef Michael Smith</a> and have set a goal to meet him someday, and ok if he's willing, have him cook me a meal too. ;) </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />Every time I'm able to tune in, he teaches and inspires me to make healthy tasty food. </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I just began following his Facebook page, only to learn that there is a contest underway this month of May- with only one week remaining!! Is there time for me to enter? YES! But I'll need your help! (please and thank you!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />Catching my eye was the <a href="http://www.loveyourlentils.ca/" target="_blank">"The Love Your Lentils Campaign."</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">May is Love Your Lentils Month...who knew? (me neither, so mark it on your calendar for next year!) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://chefmichaelsmith.com/" target="_blank">Chef Michael</a> <a href="http://www.loveyourlentils.ca/" target="_blank">explains the contest here.</a>.. I'm submitting an entry as a Blogger and I need your help, <b>DAILY</b>, from now until May 31st - KINDLY TAKE A MOMENT, VOTE & SHARE.<br /><br /><b>The TOP 10 recipes in each segment as voted by the public will be reviewed by Chef Michael and his team. I am currently in 10th place after only 24 hours - but I need your help to remain there until the contest closes May 31st!! </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />My dish, <span style="color: red;">"Canadiana Baked Beans"</span> is a take on traditional Canadian Baked Beans - made with Canadian bacon, maple syrup and lentils.<br /><br />Anyone who knows me would say I'm a proud Canadian et j'adore Canada. I have aspired to create something simple, fun and delicious - with hopes of providing a realistic meal option that can make its way to dinner tables across Canada.<br /><br /><a href="http://loveyourlentils.ca/blogger" target="_blank">HERE IS THE LINK TO VOTE! </a> I'll publish the recipe on <a href="http://www.goodfoodevolved.blogspot.ca/">Eclectic Kitchen</a> with an update after the contest closes on May 31, 2013.</span><br />
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<br />Oh and there's a BONUS in this for you: One lucky voter will be selected to win the contest as well! </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://loveyourlentils.ca/contest-details" target="_blank">Check out the site for full details</a> and I wish you luck, too. </span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6951374445603545344.post-72076810991200523972013-05-15T08:55:00.003-04:002013-05-15T13:40:18.571-04:00Honey Ginger & Soy Lettuce Wraps (crockpot style)I'm sure you have been there. I invited a friend to drop by after work for a bite and hockey game... I then said to myself: awe shit, now I have to make something. I decided to "do research on pintrest".... which really meant 20 pins and 30 mins later, I remembered what I was REALLY looking for. :)<br />
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I can't seem to find the original recipe that inspired this creation, but I opted for an easy clean up version and used the ol' crockpot.<br />
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You can easily add or eliminate items from your wrap, whatever suit your taste buds. For example, I have added to mine fresh mango, pickled ginger, thin vermicelli noodles and additional Saracha (but only when I'm feeling like a baddass).<br />
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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast<br />
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1/4 cup honey<br />
1/4 cup tomato paste<br />
3 tbs rice wine vinegar<br />
3 cloves of minced garlic (incase you haven't notice, I like garlic)<br />
1 tbs water<br />
1 tbs Saracha hot sauce...aka "the new ketchup"<br />
1 tbs onion powder<br />
1 tsp sesame oil<br />
1.5 tbs corn starch (add in final 20 mins)<br />
1/4 cup water (to mix with cornstarch)<br />
top with 2 tsp sesame seeds<br />
Lettuce...I used the romaine I had on hand<br />
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Cut chicken into bite size pieces and season in black pepper<br />
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Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds<br />
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I appreciate your posts and comments about the blog, including the recipes you've tried. I'm having fun and can't wait to get grillin'.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: If you end up eating half a dozen of these in one sitting, don't hate me...you have been warned, these are really, really good. Please sign my waiver before making these</span>.<br />
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I've made spring rolls a couple of times now... first in a joint effort with my brother in law Richard. Round one was SO GOOD! Richard deserves a lot of the credit. Then I made them again for a superbowl party where 24 disappeared in under 15 mins, and then again for the Jude's birthday celebration where four dozen proved to not be enough. </div>
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'<i>The Jude' is my mom, for anyone who doesn't know. </i><br />
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You can cook these up right away, keep in fridge for up to 2 days, or you can also freeze them.<br />
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Experimenting with different wrapping techniques evolved into one that worked...or I could have watched Richard from the beginning. I'll still take a gold star for improving over time.<br />
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I have convinced myself that despite being fried, the super-food innards cancel that out! (Anyone want to back me on this?)<br />
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Here are some shots from Round #1. These were taken on a beauty Sunday afternoon when I joined my bil and sis at their home in Ayr...</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The recipe below is the one on the right</span>. <br /><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Right: pork, beef, sweet potato, carrot, onion, fresh ginger & garlic, spices<br />Left: beef, cabbage, carrots, onion, fresh garlic, spices</span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: small;">Richard met my sister Ani on his first date!<br />[Cough (away from the food), less kissing/more rolling, please]</span></td></tr>
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1 lb. ground pork (I removed the casing from 4 sausages I had in freezer)<br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: small;">We also made samosa triangles by cutting wraps </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: small;">in dialonal halves </span><span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: small;">and pressed the edges with a fork.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dilly sweet potato fries w creamy dill + garlic mayo </span><span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(baked and delicious)</span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I make these often (my often is twice a week). They are melt in your mouth awesome. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />Sometimes the grocery store will label yams-sweet potatoes, or vice versa. I use whatever and they are both equally delicious.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're wanting to get a nice crispy bake to your homemade fries, it's best to cut them into desired size and soak in water for up to 24 hours. I let mine soak for about three hours chilling in the fridge. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4 medium size sweet potatoes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 tbs olive oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tbs course sea salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/3 cup of fresh dill (chopped)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">+ optional: cloves of garlic (the amount you use is up to you. I stink up a storm using an entire head of cloves) and love adding cherry tomatoes to the sheet when flipping mine the first time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Prep your baking sheet with aluminum foil and preheat oven to 425.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Peel, soak, and dry your potatoes. Cut them in half and then into half inch sticks.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Toss in a bowl with garlic, oil and dill. Coat evenly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bake for 20-25 mins and then add cherry tomatoes (toss in same bowl so they are lightly coated in oil as well).</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Creamy Dill + Garlic Mayo </b><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />1/2 cup mayo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup freshly chopped dill<br />Juice from half a lemon</span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 cloves of garlic (pressed)<br /><br />Mix together and chill for 30 mins before serving.<br /><br />You should have enough dill mayo left over to use on your sandwich the next day.<br /><br />Don't plan on kissing anyone for a few hours? Add an extra clove of garlic. At the very least, I will still be your friend. Enjoy! </span><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6951374445603545344.post-71418152649744009792013-03-20T16:04:00.000-04:002013-04-12T10:59:45.812-04:00The Cous is on the loose! <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Couscous is probably one of the easiest things you can make in just a few minutes and it's amongst the healthiest grain-based products. </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Equal liquid to cous makes it easy to remember. By adding some simple ingredients, (cooked or fresh), you can pack it full of veggies and fresh herbs. </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">It makes a delightful, low effort potluck contribution or can be the staple in your pre-made lunches for the week. I actually do this quite often...managing to bring it Mon-Thurs before I hit my couscous overload maximum. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">one bag of couscous. (I typically make 2 cups...this expands to more than 4). </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">a handfull of fresh mint or cilantro</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Boil water 1 to 1 ratio of couscous to hot water</span></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6951374445603545344.post-16968399178470253122013-03-02T14:38:00.000-05:002013-03-24T17:40:44.237-04:00Natural Energy Bars<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Natural Energy Bars</b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm not a big fan of protein powder (insert gross face here). In my opinion, it looks and tastes like chalk and I can't pronounce half of what is listed under its "ingredients." </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here you have it... my alternative. </span><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2a2a2a;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They are perfect before or after a workout, and make a fulfilling breakfast on-the-go. These natural energy bars are very easy to make, and you can switch up what is in them with whatever tickles your taste buds!</span></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2a2a2a;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">...cranberries instead of raisins you say, go on with your creative self! </span></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2a2a2a; line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Just stick to 1 cup - 1.5 cup of each when measuring your proportions. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All these ingredients are super foods; high in omega 3s, iron, zinc, good fats and protein. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Prep your baking dish and preheat oven to 350. I use 2 square brownie pans with parchment paper covering bottom and sides. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Press into baking dish, disperse evenly and firmly pat down so the top is level. You may need a second dish. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wrap individually with saran for up to 2 week freshness. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've read countless articles about the <a href="http://www.greenparenthood.com/blog/2011/04/06/10-great-health-benefits-of-avocado/">health benefits that avocados have to offer</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. They are a monosaturated fat (good fat), full of vitamins, antioxidants and are great for the skin. So I decided to pair it up with something I undoubtedly enjoy... chocolate.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This recipe below is a mixture of a few I viewed online. I've since made them twice, experimenting with ingredient substitutions. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>(Note to self: Coconut flour in lieu of white flower is disgusting but a handful of moist cranberries will add a subtle burst of sweetness.)</i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The recipe below was a hit! Having never baked with avocado before, I wasn't sure how it would affect the texture and sweetness but damn, these were both moist and delicious. I shared with a few people and even my reluctant mother went back for seconds. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 good size avocados, skin removed, pitted and mashed. <br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />2 squares unsweetened baker’s chocolate<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />1 cup sugar (I substituted 3/4 cup of brown sugar)<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />2 eggs<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />1 teaspoon vanilla<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />3/4 cup flour <br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />1/2 teaspoon baking powder<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />1/2 teaspoon salt</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Melt chocolate (over stove or microwave) and add to avocado. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fold in flour, baking powder and salt. </span></span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Once combined, spread into a greased glass dish. </span></span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bake in a preheated oven (</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">350°) </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">for 25-30 min. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Oven baking time will range so keep an eye for a nice crispy top. </span><br />
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