The Food Matters Project: Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut “Pesto”

February 20, 2012

Week 3 of the Food Matters Project!!  Today it is Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut “Pesto” brought to you by Heather.  I love traditional pesto made with basil, pine nuts and parmesan cheese, but I also love to mix it up.  This recipe does just that.  Using Roasted Red Peppers and Walnuts.  I switched it up even more from the…

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The Food Matters Project: Seasoned Popcorn

February 13, 2012

Happy St. Valentines Day Eve!!  Today is Week 2 of the Food Matters Project and this recipe is brought to you by Kate from Cookie+Kate!  Please visit her website for the complete recipe. I have not had popcorn in a long, long time and the last time was out of one of those microwaveable bags with “movie theatre” butter.  You…

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Snack Time

November 18, 2011

I’ve read, been told and now know that it is very important to fuel your body before a workout.  You need to give your body energy.  Combo of protein and carbs is best – one is long lasting, the other fast burning. One of my favorites is super simple. Nuts and fruit.  I buy my nuts in the bulk bins…

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