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Carrot pistachio cupcakes with citrus frosting

POSTED ON May 31, 2010

Posted in Baked Goods, Dessert

Carrot pistachio cupcakes with citrus frosting

There are many more of my favorite ingredients in these cupcakes that I wanted to fit into the title, but how long can a name for a cupcake be?

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Pea spread with whole wheat bruschetta

POSTED ON May 16, 2010

Posted in appetizer

Pea spread with whole wheat bruschetta

I served this bruschetta with champagne at the beginning of a special five course dinner and was pleasantly surprised by how much praise it received. The delicate pea flavor is a great way to begin a spring meal or as part of a selection of snacks to enjoy with drinks.

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Curried sprouted quinoa pilaf

POSTED ON May 8, 2010

Posted in Gluten free, Grains, Mains

Curried sprouted quinoa pilaf

I had soaked quinoa my usual way; throwing some in a pot and covering the unwashed grain with water as I ran out the door one morning. I had no plans for what it would become; all I knew was that later I would want something nutritious and quick to eat. As things turned out, [...] continue reading ->

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