Here it is! My absolute favorite dessert (other than Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory). The extra bonus is that it is gluten-free (I’m sorry to say that it is not guilt-free, but for me it’s an occasional MUST HAVE). On one of my return trips to California to visit girlfriends a few years ago, they prepared a special… (more…)
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Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Cranberry Nut Bread
It’s a new year, and I intend to once again post weekly recipes on Thursdays. To kick off 2012, I’m sharing this wonderful treat I discovered during the holiday season. For New Years, I wanted to find something special to deliver to our neighbors. Thanks to Whole Foods Market’s website, I found this recipe that combines a bit of tartness… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Alix’s Everyday Stuffing
My daughter Alix is getting back into the kitchen little by little. Her favorite form of expression, besides writing, is to take a recipe and make it her own. I am in awe of her ability to explore ingredients and quantities as she creates her own amazing variations on a theme. In recent weeks, we’ve enjoyed a new waffle recipe… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Split Pea Soup
It’s been so long since I posted a recipe. With the season of fall underway, it seems like the right time to start thinking about those indoor recipes. Since in our home, we won’t be grilling quite so often, we are beginning to crave soups and stews. Not only do they provide warmth to our bodies, but they provide rich… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Salmon Tortilla Soup
My husband found the original recipe online through the San Francisco Chronicle. I took the recipe and modified it for our family’s eating preferences. Here is the “Bellisima” version of Salmon Tortilla Soup. SALMON TORTILLA SOUP Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (I didn’t… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Variation on a Theme and Two Budget Meals
On February 17, I posted a recipe from Whole Foods Market, Wild Coho Salmon with Sunshine Rice. Since that date, we’ve enjoyed this recipe as written and with some modifications. Today, I’m sharing with you a modification of the recipe that we especially loved. This is a very affordable dish that easily serves four. It is also high in protein,… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Better Than Chicken Soup
I received an email from Whole Foods Market today with 8 Nourishing Soup recipes. We haven’t tried this recipe yet, but I plan to cook it this weekend. It sounds wonderful and is filled with nourishing, immune-boosting ingredients. It’s also dairy free, high in fiber, and low in sugar! The reviews overall at the Whole Foods Market website were favorable.… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Wild-Caught Coho Salmon with Sunshine Rice
My family enjoyed this coho salmon and rice recipe for the first time on Tuesday night. It was a hit and a perfect dish for my husband’s birthday since salmon is one of his favorite foods. With one package of wild-caught salmon (12 oz.) for $8.99 from Whole Foods Market plus the other ingredients, this is a very affordable dish… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Mushroom-Barley Soup with Kale
I came across this recipe from Pamela Salzman’s website, Pamela Salzman Kitchen Matters. I haven’t yet made it but plan to head to the store and pick up the veggies so I can prepare it for our family tonight. It looks and sounds wonderful–lots of hearty and healthy ingredients! Here are some of Pamela’s comments regarding this recipe: “The recipe… (more…)
Tasty Thursday–From the Bellisima Cucina: Carrot, Orange, and Ginger Soup
Exposure to environmental toxins is more prevalent than ever. Periodically detoxing is the best way to assist our bodies in eliminating those unwanted toxins. Many people detox in the spring and fall, optimal times of year to prepare for the seasons ahead. The beginning of a new year can also be a time to start your body off on the… (more…)
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