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Gooseberry Patch

Creamy White Chicken Chili

By Vickie Hutchins and JoAnn Martin of Gooseberry Patch – This is the time of year that brings thoughts of new beginnings. Unfortunately, it is also the time of year that colds and flu seem to make their rounds among friends and family. We have included a recipe that makes

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Fiesta Chicken
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Meredith Kimelblatt

Easy Weeknight Meal: Fiesta Chicken with Rice and Beans

By Meredith Kimelblatt – It might still be warm where you are, but fall has definitely arrived. The summer grilling promotions are coming to a close, the coffee shops have brought out their pumpkin and cinnamon flavored drinks, and the grocery stores have put the Halloween candy on display. Another

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oats
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Everyday Superfoods: Oat Recipes You’ll Love

Completely You: Food By Hillary Tonken for Completely You – This month, we’re focusing on oats—and we’re not talking about instant oatmeal. Even before you add milk, you’ll find that rolled oats are a great addition to any meal. They contain loads of calcium per serving, in addition to beta

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6 Winter Hazards to Get Ready for Now

By Jake Kalish for Completely You As anyone who’s ever survived a winter storm knows, cold weather can wreak havoc. Unfortunately, “people usually prepare after a big event”, says Jim Judge, preparedness advisor for the Scientific Advisory Council of the Red Cross. But if you prepare for adverse conditions when

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steak salad
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Holly Clegg

Main Dish Salads Have Come a Long Way!

By Holly Clegg – Salads have come a long way! Forget a salad with iceberg lettuce, tomato, dressing, and maybe tossed with a few croutons. Mandarin Steak Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette featuring marinated sirloin steak, mixed greens, oranges, and red bell peppers, is a delicious, innovative entrée salad that will

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fudge brownie truffles
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Gale Compton

Healthy-Fudge Brownie Truffles

By Gale Compton – These little jewels are as versatile as the day is long. I started out planning to make bars then I started thinking about the holidays and how yummy these would be as gifts. I love giving gifts that are homemade and best of all, healthy. Using

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cranberry chutney
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Yummy – Healthy, Slow Cooker Holiday Recipes

The holiday season, starting with Thanksgiving, can be stressful for many reasons. First and foremost, it is a lot of concentrated family time, which we simultaneously relish and fear. Another doozy is the idea of eating double or triple our normal caloric intake at a holiday meal. I don’t know

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pomegranate
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Carrie Saba

How To Cut A Pomegranate

By Carrie Saba – My family loves pomegranates! Whenever we are at the grocery and my kids start seeing pomegranates I always get the question, “Can we get a pomegranate?” I was first introduced to pomegranates by my husband’s family and didn’t actually try it until I was well into

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JL Leslie Reichert

Simple ways to have your home ready for your holiday guests

By Leslie Reichert – It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives sleep to his beloved. (Psalm 127:1-2) Stressing over cleaning your home is the last thing you need during these busy holidays. Instead, use

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Asian pot roast
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Ciao Chow Linda

Slow Cooker “Asian” Pot Roast

Originally posted on: CiaoChowLinda.blogspot.com – For all you folks out there who say you don’t have time to cook, this one’s for you. All you need to do is to dump things in a slow cooker, turn on the heat and go away for the day – or even just half

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Heidi McLaughlin

Stress, Impress or Bless

By Heidi McLaughlin – I felt offended.  My spiritual gift evaluation showed that my strengths emerged in the area of hospitality. “How shallow and frivolous is that?” I thought.  “I want my top spiritual gifts to be something more meaningful and powerful; like wisdom, evangelism, prayer warrior or teaching.” And

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5 Powerful Herbs and Spices to Start Cooking With

From the Editors of Ideas That Spark By Sharon Liao You don’t have to eat nutrient-packed meals at the expense of your taste buds. In fact, the contrary is true: Adding flavorful herbs and spices can make your dish even healthier. According to a study published in Nutrition Journal, many

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squash lasagna
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Ciao Chow Linda

Butternut Squash Lasagna

Originally posted on: CiaoChowLinda.Blogspot Nothing goes to waste in our house – not even the kitchen waste from fruit and vegetable peelings and seeds  that my husband buries in the soil to add nutrients and reduce our garbage imprint.  As a consequence, tiny seedlings occasionally burst through the dirt in

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Healthy Sugar Cookies Recipe

Who doesn’t love sugar cookies? Even though I’m a certified health nut (err, I mean coach), I find their simple buttery sweetness to be nearly irresistible — and so do my clients. So, I’ve adapted the traditional recipe to make it a bit healthier but just as tasty. Of course,

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Thanksgiving-inspired Turkey-herb Meatballs

By Jenna Helwig for Completely You– These easy-to-make meatballs are irresistible — and perfect for Thanksgiving or any time of year. The secret ingredient: a bit of ketchup mixed into the meat and then brushed on top before baking. They come together in minutes and freeze well to boot. You

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Cooking Fix: Surprise Substitutions

By Jenn Fowler for Ideas That Spark Nothing can ruin a cooking session like a missing ingredient! Sure, we all know you can swap out butter and margarine, cracker crumbs for breadcrumbs, or garlic powder for garlic . . . but what happens if you run out of ketchup or

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6 Apps That Will Simplify Your Thanksgiving

By Kara Solarz for Completely You – BUTTERBALL COOKBOOK PLUS The famous turkey brand has a lot more than a bird to offer. Manage your menu with this app’s extensive and searchable list of Thanksgiving dishes and beyond. It includes voice commands so you know the next step when you’re

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Do Your Spring Cleaning Now

By Karen Cicero for Completely You – It’s a fact: Mess leads to stress. In one survey of 1,000 men and women, about 40 percent admitted that their clutter caused them considerable anxiety. And you don’t need any more of that — especially during the holidays. “Set aside a couple

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