The Mediterranean Diet is grounded on the principles of enjoyment and pleasure. Should you eat a Mediterranean Diet and is it right for you? Earlier this week, an article was released by the New York Times regarding a study released by the New England Journal of Medicine. In the study, it showed that 30% of heart attacks, strokes and deaths from heart...
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Bruschetta made with fresh garden tomatoes, basil, onion, garlic and cheese in a balsamic vinaigrette makes a delicious appetizer or afternoon snack. When I first posted this recipe for Bruschetta almost 2 years ago, my photography skills weren't that stellar. Not that they're perfect now, but I have come a long way with practice. I also included this recipe in...
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Besides tasting good, olive oil has been proven to be healthier than most oils; as well as being versatile and an essential part of the Mediterranean diet. According to a recent article on Wacotrib.com, olive oil is one of the Top 5 2013 Food Trends and it's no wonder. Besides tasting good, olive oil has been proven to be healthier...
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Pan seared boneless, center cut pork chops topped with a fresh pear and pomegranate salsa is a quick and tasty weeknight meal your family will love. Since we don't eat seafood, except for an occasional shrimp dish for the hubby and kids, my main meat is either chicken, turkey or center cut pork chops, so I'm always trying to think...
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TGIF and Welcome Back to Seafood Frenzy Friday! If you're new to CEK let me explain exactly what SFF is. I don't like or eat any seafood so you will rarely find seafood dishes here at Carrie's Experimental Kitchen. My family will eat some varieties of shellfish, but I generally don't cook any seafood dishes at home so they order...
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