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Grilled Veggie Platter with Simple Maple Mustard Vinaigrette

Ingredients 3 Belgian endive halved 2 red bell peppers, quartered 2 large portobello mushroom caps 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1/2" slices 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1/2" slices 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup white vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons maple syrup Pinch of salt and black pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional) Directions Prep: If grilling outside, bring your grill to 375-400° Fahrenheit. If using an indoor grill pan, use the stovetop burner to bring the pan to medium-high heat when ready to grill. Cut endive heads in half. Cut peppers, mushrooms, and eggplant into 1/2" slices. Remove stem from mushrooms and using a spoon, remove...

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Grandma’s Sweet Potato Biscuits

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I created this recipe back in 2013 and had a lot of positive feedback. Since it has been 4 years, I thought I share it again with a little modification for those who are trying to be Gluten Free. Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (If Gluten Free: My family has successfully substituted the all-purpose flour with Gluten-Free flour. You can try Betty Crocker Bisquick Gluten Free) 2 heaping tablespoons sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder (If using above Bisquick mix, skip this in the recipe) 1/2 teaspoon salt (If using above Bisquick mix, skip this in the recipe) 3/4 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) softened butter 2 to 4 tablespoons milk (depending on the moisture of the potatoes) Directions Preheat the oven to...

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N’Oatmeal Breakfast Bowl

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By Fresh Planet Flavor This n’oatmeal (not oatmeal) breakfast bowl recipe seems a fitting finale to my day full of fitness, fresh food and friends… not least because the basic variation is autoimmune-paleo compliant! When I want something that isn’t an egg for breakfast, I enjoy different versions of this n’oatmeal breakfast bowl because it’s quick, purty, easy, filling, sweetened only with fruit, can be served warm or cold, and is a blank canvas on which to play play PLAY with the toppings of your choice! If that doesn’t recommend it to ya, I don’t know what will. You have to be a fan of coconut, true, but if you are (and especially if your belly happens to be sensitive to grains, nuts, or eggs) then...

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Pumpkin Buckwheat Muffins

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[embed]https://youtu.be/O_4aPmOW1bQ[/embed] Ingredients 2 tablespoons chia seeds 6 tablespoons water Coconut oil spray 1/2 cup buckwheat flour 1/2 cup brown rice flour 1/2 cup arrowroot starch 2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 16 oz. canned organic pumpkin 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3 tablespoons coconut sugar [or other unrefined sugar] Directions Prep: Stir together chia seeds and water and let stand for 15 minutes to gel. Grease muffin tin. Preheat oven to 350°F. Make: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flours, starch, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla. Once chia has gelled, whisk into wet ingredients to combine. Add wet to dry...

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Top 10 Health Benefits of Matcha Green Tea {Including Recipe}

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Matcha Green Tea is one of the most noticeable members of Japanese culture. Originating from the ancient Buddhist times of Japanese cults, the green tea was named ‘Matcha’ and thus, became a Japanese trademark. Produced from shade-grown leaves, the Japanese give it huge respect because of its amazing health benefits and curing capabilities. Just like all other green tea leaves, Matcha has its own specific set of benefits. Knowing these really does inspire a person to grow them in their own backyard. But if you do get to find it somewhere, do not miss out on a drink – you’ll know the difference as soon as you take the first sip! What exactly does this magic tea do? Here are 10 Health Benefits you need to know...

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HEALTHY RECIPE: Cranberry Coconut Smoothie

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HEALTHY RECIPE: Cranberry Coconut Smoothie ...

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Healthy Recipe: Polynesian Glazed Wings

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From: Diabetic Living Magazine Serve these baked appetizer glazed wings for a New Years, bring it to a friends house or serve it at any party you're hosting. The preparation is quick and easy. Ingredients This recipe serves 30 3 pounds frozen plain chicken wing drumettes (about 30) ½ cup packed brown sugar Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Light Brown Sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger ¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper½ cup pineapple juice ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or water Kitchen Basics Stock Natural Chicken ¼ cup finely chopped green sweet pepper 2 tablespoons soy sauce Thinly sliced green onions (optional) Preparation Preparation: 10 minutes Ready In 1 h 10 m Directions: Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil, if desired. Place frozen drumettes in a prepared baking pan. Bake in a 400°F oven...

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Mozzarella-Stuffed Arancini

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you can shape a snowball, then you can make a batch of these arancini (pronounced ah-rahn-CHEE-nee)—oven-baked Italian rice balls—filled with fresh mozzarella. Serves 8 people Ingredients 1 1/2 cups instant brown rice 4 green onions, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp.) 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish 1/3 cup grated Romano cheese 2 cups whole-grain breadcrumbs 16 marinated fresh mozzarella balls, drained, oil reserved (1 12-oz. container) 1 28-oz. jar marinara sauce Directions 1. Combine rice, 1 whole green onion, garlic and 3 1/2 cups water a in saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat medium-low, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until all liquid has been absorbed and rice is soft and slightly sticky. Remove from heat,...

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