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Spinach, Tomato, and Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

May 15, 2016

Time to change up breakfast with this Spinach, Tomato, and Quinoa Breakfast Casserole!  Loaded with veggies, protein-packed, and delicious, it’s a perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings. Total Time: 40 min. Prep Time: 15 min. Cooking Time: 25 min. Yield: 5 servings Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 2½ cups cooked quinoa 8 large eggs, lightly beaten ¾ cup reduced-fat (2%) […]

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Sauteed Tuna Steaks

October 26, 2012

Living on a tropical island in the South Pacific, we are blessed with an abundance of fresh fish!  Just two nights ago my next door neighbor, who is a fisherman, walked in with a 12 lb yellow fin tuna he had just caught!  Whenever they catch extra, they pass some on to us!  I’ve had […]

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Lentils!!! Food Facts and Recipes

April 26, 2012

My latest food craze – LENTILS!!!!  I came across some recipes using these tiny little legumes and so started doing my research.  Learned some things:  they are high in fiber, iron and B vitamins, they can help lower your cholesterol and stabilize your blood sugar, and they are loaded with protein.  Well, since I’m always looking for […]

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