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Cabbage and Chicken e olio

Posted on June 15, 2015June 12, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

When my husband and I started dating, we worked together at a restaurant. I was the banquet manager and he was a line cook. I often had to stay late to work parties and make sure that everything went as...Read More

The Wonders of: Cabbage

Posted on June 3, 2015May 31, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

Cabbage is a member of the Brassica family, also known as cruciferous vegetables. Cabbage can vary in color from green to red and purple, and the leaves can be smooth or crinkled. With less than 20 calories per half cup...Read More

Broccoli Quesadillas

Posted on May 13, 2015May 11, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

Broccoli and cheese go together like rama lama lama ke ding a de dinga dong. Everyone knows this. When I was thinking of recipes to make with broccoli, I thought to myself "if cheese and broccoli go so well together...Read More

Easy Broccoli Soup

Posted on May 6, 2015April 13, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

This month's first broccoli recipe of the month and it's a delicious one. I love a good hearty soup, even in the warmer months. This broccoli soup was very easy to make and I love it because it utilizes the...Read More

The Wonders of: Broccoli

Posted on May 1, 2015April 13, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

A member of the cabbage family, broccoli is pack with essential nutrients, antioxidants and therapeutic properties as well as anti-cancer, cardiovascular and digestive health benefits. High in vitams C, A, K, B-complex vitams, iron, zinc, phosporus and phytonutreint, and with...Read More

Barley and Asparagus Fried Rice

Posted on April 15, 2015April 8, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

Sometimes, I just crave a good stir fry or fried rice. I had some leftover garlic and sesame seed asparagus, and some barely and veggies so I decided to give this fried "rice" a try. I used only a 1/4...Read More

Garlic Sesame Asparagus

Posted on April 13, 2015April 8, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

You all know that I love watching Laura in the Kitchen on youtube. She has the most amazingly delicious and easy recipes. I watch every time she has a new recipe and always want to go make it right away....Read More

The Wonders of: Asparagus

Posted on April 1, 2015April 2, 2015 by Quarter Past Normal

The fleshy green spears of asparagus arrives with the coming of spring. Succulent and tender, asparagus has been considered a delicacy since ancient times. This low calorie, nutritionally well-balanced vegetable is rich in dietary fiber, high in folic acid and a good...Read More

The Wonders of: Beans

Posted on October 27, 2014October 9, 2014 by Quarter Past Normal

Beans, beans the magical fruit, the more you eat the more you toot. Ah the age old addage that beans make you fart. Guess what? It's true. They do make you release gas but that's because they're packed with fiber...Read More

The Wonders of: Bananas

Posted on October 15, 2014October 9, 2014 by Quarter Past Normal

Bananas are a miracle fruit. They are so full of great nutrients that you're missing out if you DON'T eat bananas. Plus, they taste good and they're pretty too! Did you know that bananas can help you be happy? Because...Read More