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A colorful vegetable and lentil stir-fry with corn and red bell peppers.

Meatless Monday Goes Mexican: Taco Filling, the P.K. Way

04/29/2013
This taco filling is perfect on a Mexican salad. Click on...
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Hearty tomato pasta soup topped with cilantro

Fifteen Minute Soup Begins with Leftovers | Minestrone (Cooking Video)

04/25/2013
Nope, I'll never understand why people don't like leftovers. Not only are they incredibly efficient---who...
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Close-up of homemade nutty energy balls on a blue plate.

The Power of Peanut Butter in a Delightful Round Package | Peanut Butter Balls

04/10/2013
Everyone loves peanut butter. So much so that to this day my post on peanut...
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Caramelized onion tart with pine nuts and herbs

Winter Pizza with White Beans, Chard, and Caramelized Onions

04/05/2013
I recently had a massive craving for pizza. Couldn't figure out why until I remembered...
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Skillet of golden caramelized onions with thyme

All Hail Allium: The Glory of Caramelized Onions

04/03/2013
I add onions to just about everything I make. Sautéed white or yellow garden-variety onions (Allium...
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Spinach and kale salad with mango and cashews

Mixed Greens with Avocado, White Beans, and Watermelon Radish

04/02/2013
Salad for Supper? Yes, Please. I just don't know what I'd do without my regular...
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Glass bowl of golden granola with spoon

Granola, the P.K. Way: The What, When, and Why

03/30/2013
I enjoy making my own granola a few times a year. I mean, what's not...
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Three chunky chocolate chip cookies on plate

Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Cherries and Walnuts

03/29/2013
Thanks for indulging me these past few days with my cauliflower soup trifecta, including the...
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Pureed cauliflower soup with sliced green onion garnish

Elegant Caulifower Soup with Artichokes and Leeks

03/28/2013
Artichokes and Cauliflower? Who Knew? Are you familiar with the hot artichoke dip that commonly...
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Cauliflower soup topped with sliced green onions

Divine Cauliflower Soup (Preferably Roasted)

03/27/2013
I feel like I say "This is my favorite soup!" way too often. Of course,...
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