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Chocolate-Rosemary Biscotti

By Cat, November 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I love biscotti, and I also love mixing herbs into sweet treats, so this really appeals to me. The recipe may sound difficult, but they are really easy to make, once … Continue reading

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Sage & thyme Gargle or Tea for sore throat

By Cat, November 2016 (Photo, right, by Cat) I’ve been bugged by lingering cold symptoms for the last few weeks. Well, to be honest, it dates back to early August when I had strep throat. After treating that with penicillin, … Continue reading

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Immune-boosting homemade chai

By Cat, November 2016 (image, right, from Lisa’s Project Vegan blog (3) For a caffeinated beverage, I far prefer a good espresso or latte to chai, mainly because I’m not much of a black tea drinker. But when it comes … Continue reading

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Chicken Pieces with Cider and Caramelized Apples

By Cat, October 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikipedia) Fall is here and apples are begging to be picked for cider and pies – or for recipes like this one. I’ve not yet tested this recipe; it’s a bit fussy but … Continue reading

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14 Uses for Castor Oil at Home

By Cat, October 2016 (image, right, from Wikimedia Commons) In the 19th century, castor oil was a common remedy in American homes (see old advertisement, right), but its use has fallen out of favor, perhaps in part because people have become … Continue reading

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Steam-Roasting Veggies (About)

By Cat, Oct 2016 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I recently learned about this healthful method of cooking veggies from Fine Cooking’s newsletter (1). I usually braise most veggies on stove-top, as this is perhaps the most healthful method for cooking leafy … Continue reading

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Golden Milk (Turmeric Tea)

By Cat, Sept 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve been taking turmeric in supplemental form (capsule), but I like the idea of consuming it as a food rather than a supplement after reading about it on Wellness Mamma (1) and … Continue reading

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Roasted Salmon with Lemon, Apple and Cannellini Beans

By Cat, Sept 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I love fish – especially salmon – but don’t eat beans often as they don’t always agree with me. However, when they are part of side dish so that I don’t … Continue reading

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Pan-Roasted Cod with Red Cabbage and Apples

By Cat, Sept 2016 It’s no secret, I love fish, just about any kind of fish; but high on my list of favorites is cod (also salmon and halibut). Cod is in my Nordic blood. And I’m always on the … Continue reading

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Baked Chicken, Tuscany Style

By Cat, September 2016 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’m always on the lookout for quick and flavorful baked or roasted chicken recipes, and Mediterranean flavors are high on my favorites list. I found this one in our local newspaper. This is … Continue reading

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