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chilled grilled corn soup

by Jackie Newgent | August 19, 2014 | 0 Comments

We’re smack dab in the middle of corn* season in much of the country, including where I live in New York. So I thought I’d take advantage of it. Even though I love a good bowl of corn chowder, I really don’t want a steamy serving of it when it’s still so summery hot outside. That’s where this chilled corn soup comes in. It’s rich in flavor from the “naked” grilling of the corn, a hint of “heat” from jalapeño, and a generous pinch of earthy cumin. It provides sweet, smoky, and refreshing goodness in every spoonful! Calories saved: 270 Why it’s better for you? The extra creaminess is from beans, not half-n-half or cream

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savory spinach & “goat cheese” oatmeal

by Jackie Newgent | August 12, 2014 | 3 Comments

Bowl of Savory Oatmeal

A bowl of savory oatmeal, including this savory spinach & “goat cheese” oatmeal, is so much more interesting than the more traditional sweet version. And homemade oatmeal can be a quick and simple. Pre-prep the ingredients the night before, if you like. Then skip the snooze alarm and whip up this great-tasting, good-for-you, comforting take on oatmeal. By going savory instead of sweet, it’ll be more satisfying than a few extra minutes of disrupted sleep anyway! Enjoy this savory spinach & “goat cheese” oatmeal alongside a cup of green tea and, if you wish, a serving of fresh seasonal fruit.

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dark chocolate zucchini bread with pistachios

by Jackie Newgent | July 13, 2014 | 1 Comment

Chocolate Pistachio Zucchini Bread on cutting board with plates in background

I don’t do much baking in the summertime. But there’s always one thing that finds its way into my oven in July; that’s zucchini bread. This season I changed up tradition to create a chocolaty concoction. The result? This dark chocolate zucchini bread with pistachios. It’s a keeper! Disclosure Note: At time of posting, I was on the Pistachio Health consumer advisory board. I’m not paid for this posting. All recipe choices and opinions are my own.

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grilled vegetable taco cups

by Jackie Newgent | June 29, 2014 | 1 Comment

grilled vegetable taco cups on slate serving board

If you’re a lover of Mexican cuisine, you’ll be charmed by these cute Mexican-inspired cups. They’re bold, vegetarian, and scrumptious. Full of veggies; free of meat! Serve these grilled vegetable taco cups at your next cookout. They’re totally fun finger foods that kids and adults will enjoy!

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dark chocolate-strawberry mousse pudding

by Jackie Newgent | June 8, 2014 | 5 Comments

I’m on a chocolate-covered strawberry kick lately. Not such a bad thing, right?! So I’ve uncovered another way to enjoy this perfect pairing—in a lovely pudding with mousse-like appeal thanks to avocados. Savor this dark chocolate-strawberry mousse pudding slowly with a dainty dessert spoon or by dipping more strawberries into it. There’s no processed sugar here. It’s vegan. And it’s wow-worthy!

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