Reckless Tarragon

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Quinoa With Papaya, Orange and Honey

Breakfast, Grains, Low-fat, Recipes, Seeds

    I found this recipe in Jason Roberts’ Good Food Fast while I was looking for breakfasts that could be made ahead and assembled quickly by me and our early-rising house guest. I loved the bites containing the crunchy nuts and seeds, but found the spoonfuls containing just quinoa, orange and yogurt lacking. Mango and blackberries would … View Post

Leek, Chicken Sausage and Split Pea (or Lentil) Soup

Easy, Grains, Pasta, Recipes, Soup

    This hearty soup was quite satisfying. It’s a Katie Workman recipe that was printed in the  Louisville Courier-Journal (thanks, mom-in-law). It might seem redundant to include both couscous and rice, but it all works together well. I often see couscous referred to as a grain, but it’s a tiny pasta. The website escoffieronline.com, named for … View Post

Chicken Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Frittata

Breakfast, Brunch, Poultry, Recipes, Vegetables

    I usually have at least a few cookbooks out from the library. They inspire me, entertain me and provide me with a stockpile of recipes to try. Checking out new cookbooks is also a good way to keep up with food trends. You’d think I’d have enough recipes by now, but I can’t seem … View Post