Refreshing Lime Soda

Refreshing Lime Soda

If you are looking for an alternative to soda, give this bubbly beverage a try! I know people who have kicked their soda habit by replacing soda with this drink.

When I'm craving something refreshing or when I'm thirsty but not in the mood for plain water (especially at night), this is my go-to drink.  Lime is an excellent source of Vitamin C, it's high in antioxidants and detoxifying to the body.

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Faux Potato Latkes

Faux Potato Latkes

My fondest memories of Hanukkah as a kid was sitting down to a meal of my mom's delicious Matzoh Ball Soup and Potato Latkes. I consider myself pretty fortunate not only growing up celebrating both Christmas (mom) and Hanukkah (dad), but also having a mom who is a really good cook! 

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Sunflower Butter Stuffed Dates

Sunflower Butter Stuffed Dates

Desserts don't get any easier than this! This one has only two ingredients and doesn't require any fancy equipment. All you need is a spoon to scoop out the nut butter and a knife to cut open the dates if you don't want to use your fingers. The sweet flavor and chewy consistency of the dates complements the creamy, rich nut butter. Delicious! 

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Real Orange Juice

Real Orange Juice

Some people LOVE oranges. Me? I like the taste, but I'm not a huge fan of eating oranges whole. It's a bit too high maintenance for me with the peeling, seeds flying everywhere, juice on my hands and pulp that gets stuck in my teeth. So when oranges make their way into my kitchen, like in this week's CSA box, I use them to make old-fashioned, fresh-squeezed orange juice.  It's delightfully refreshing on a hot summer day or after a sweaty workout, like a long run or hot yoga. I get an instant energy boost and the taste makes me feel like a kid again!

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Cheese-less Pesto

Cheese-less Pesto

A quick and easy sauce you can add to practically anything. If you're vegan, lactose intolerant or just not a fan of cheese in general, you'll be pleased to know that unlike most pesto recipes, this pesto doesn't call for any cheese (but it's just as tasty). Try out this recipe if you got fresh basil from the farmer's market or your CSA box but you have no idea what to make with it :-)

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