ARTICLES For Kid friendly
BLACK RICE STUFFED BELL PEPPERS

WITH NO COMMENTS
Black rice stuffed bell peppers are healthy, delicious and comforting. Make extra and put them in the freezer for a rainy day.
QUINOA PILAF WITH ASPARAGUS, ALMONDS AND LEMON

WITH 5 COMMENTS
Asparagus, lemons, almonds and a kick of cayenne and cumin, make this quinoa pilaf a flavorful and healthy alternative to rice.
SWEET POTATO HUMMUS WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS

WITH ONE COMMENT
This umami-rich sweet potato humus is the very definition of comfort food. The good news is it is very healthy as well as delicious.
SMASHED CUCUMBER SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND TOMATOES

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This refreshing and crunchy smashed cucumber salad is perfect for a hot sultry evening or to pair with spicy food. The crunch of the cucumbers pairs well with the silkiness of the avocados and the tomatoes add color and pop. Can be made in advance.
GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH TWISTED BACON & AVOCADO

WITH 3 COMMENTS
This grilled shrimp salad with twisted bacon, corn, tomatoes and avocado makes for the perfect summer entertaining salad. It can largely be made ahead and assembled just before you serve.
ORANGE-SCENTED CHOCOLATE OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH AMAZING FROSTING

WITH 4 COMMENTS
This very moist, orange-scented chocolate olive oil cake is piled high with a not-too-sweet cream cheese and whipped cream frosting. It is the perfect celebratory dessert for chocolate lovers who want a more sophisticated cake that is not overly sweet.
TOMATO CONFIT WITH TORN, TOASTED DIPPING BREAD

WITH 5 COMMENTS
Tomato confit turns ho-hum tomatoes into wow-wow-wow tomatoes. Serve with toasted torn dipping bread and you have a delightful appetizer or meal accompaniment.
CHICKEN RAMEN NOODLE SOUP WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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An incredibly fragrant and satisfying chicken ramen soup. The broth is unique in that it is chock full of shredded chicken and caramelized onions.
HOMEMADE SHORT RIB RAMEN NOODLE SOUP WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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This flavorful short rib ramen noodle soup maybe the very ultimate in comfort food. The genius of this recipe is the mashup of delicious Asian flavors with a fantastic amount of caramelized onions. It takes awhile to make, but is worth the effort. Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers.
CRANBERRY OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE NUGGETS AND WALNUTS

WITH 2 COMMENTS
This cranberry olive oil cake is a delightful moist, spiced cake with tart cranberries and cream cheese nuggets. It is easy to make and will hold for several days. A perfect cake to make in advance or to give as a gift for the holidays.