"Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." – Michael Pollan A month ago now I attended the Dole Bloggers Wellness Summit hosted by Dole at the Four Seasons in Westlake Village. I sat and listened to the nutrition advice that was being dished out in support of fruit and … [Read more...] about Weekly Menu Inspired by the Dole Bloggers Wellness Summit
Archives for December 2010
Cranberry Pecan Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing: Share Our Strength
Dried cranberries, pecans and blue cheese come together with a slightly sweet poppy seed dressing. This salad is becoming a tradition during the holiday season for us, served at our Christmas dinner. With the mix of sweet and salty, it's the perfect introduction to the rich … [Read more...] about Cranberry Pecan Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing: Share Our Strength
Cranberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
For the Salad: 3 heads romaine lettuce, chopped 1 cup pecans, toasted 1 cup dried cranberries 4-5 scallions, finely chopped 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles optional for main dish: 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced thinly Poppy Seed Dressing (below) Toss together romaine, … [Read more...] about Cranberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
Gingered Clementine and Pomegranate Shrimp
These gingered clementine and pomegranate shrimp make fantastic appetizers or even a quick lunch. They come together quickly, cook even quicker, and then you're left with tasty little shrimp covered in a sweet and spicy glaze. What's not to love? Last winter I was involved … [Read more...] about Gingered Clementine and Pomegranate Shrimp
Gingered Clementine Pomegranate Shrimp
1/2 pound raw shrimp (you choose the size) 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 3 clementines, halved and juiced with pulp 1 clove garlic 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced/grated 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 2 scallions, diced Mix together pomegranate juice, clementine juice and pulp, … [Read more...] about Gingered Clementine Pomegranate Shrimp