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Sweet Potato Meatballs

Posted on January 28, 2016 by brookecolleen

INGREDIENTS 2 yams or red sweet potatoes 1 zucchini (optional) 1 lb of ground beef (grass-fed) or ground turkey 2 TBSP Tomato Paste 2 cloves of garlic Add 1 – 2 tsp of your favorite fresh herbs – Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano … Continue reading →

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Curry Butternut Squash Bisque

Posted on January 8, 2014 by brookecolleen

As the holidays wind down and the cold months of winter are spread before me, I love the excuse for delicious comfort food at the end of a busy, cold day. This soup is particulary delicious after a day on the slopes, … Continue reading →

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Eggplant Caprese

Posted on May 28, 2013 by brookecolleen

As the cool spring sunshine gives way to a warmer summer blaze, the really good tomatoes are returning to us. The gritty, hard tomatoes in the winter are hardly satisfying, but those sweet juicy summertime tomatoes are just delicious! This … Continue reading →

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Cheesy Vegetable Polenta

Posted on April 21, 2013 by brookecolleen

My Texas-bred Uncle Ron has this incredible recipe for  Jalapeno Cheese Grits, an ultimate comfort food. My version captures the same delicious cheesy texture with lots of vegetables and without all the extra cream and butter.  This recipe is one … Continue reading →

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Bell Pepper Nachos

Posted on April 20, 2013 by brookecolleen

Whenever I am craving a cheesy indulgence that I can eat with my fingers and top with creamy guacamole and chunky salsa, nachos would be the obvious choice! Enter in Mini Bell Pepper Nachos: they are super quick and easy … Continue reading →

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