I am on my way home from a spectacular journey to Northern Minnesota. Ya know when you go on a life changing trip somewhere?
You find a place that touches you and you are not so sure why….but it just does. Deeply. A beautiful snow covered land, that is where I was. I made great new friends. People that I hope to see time and time again.
While there I feasted on GIANT handfuls of this Lemon Pepper Popcorn every given opportunity.
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Guess what you guys? This weekend is the 47th Super Bowl. I had to do a Google search to figure that one out. It is gonna be held in New Orleans. While it is on I will not watch. I will be out skiing. I will however make more of these Stuffed Zucchini Boats to munch on. This simple to prepare recipe would be great for game day nibbles and aprés ski snacks. Be sure to have all kinds of toppings and a whole bunch of cheese ready. They come together in just minutes.
By the way….I am on a super fun trip in Northern Minnesota right now. Enjoying all the nature here.
Let’s get back to zucchini…
You can prep your zucchini ahead of time by trimming them in half lengthwise and scooping out the seeds with a melon baller.
Have fun with your fillings and toppings.
Olive oil, minced garlic, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cilantro and white cheeses are our favorites.
Top with smoked turkey, ham, artisan salami, crumbled sausage….you get the drift.
I purchased amazing artisan cheese at my favorite cheese shop in Telluride, Over the Moon.
Also that fennel pollen salami. Yup. Fennel pollen.
These are so tasty when all the flavors melt together.
Go right on ahead and slap on some avocado slices. You will be very glad you did.
The bubbly cheese is pure heaven!
What will you put on your zucchini boats?
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Vietnamese Stir Fry Slim Palate
This is a combo I have been aching to try. I love pasta with bison and any kind of ground meat. I also love combining savory flavors with sweet fruity ones. In this dish you have browned bison, sweet dried cranberries, green onion, smoky sweet paprika, walnuts and fresh oregano.
A perfect cool weather meal that will warm you up from the inside out…
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I have posted lots n’ lots of flavored whipped creams here in the past few months. You guys have enjoyed them all….I figured it’s time for a new one.
You can prepare this vegan Peanut Butter Whipped Cream in seconds ~ and trust me on this. It will most likely last just a few minutes.
Grab your mixer & let’s go!
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Well hello there! Great news y’all ~ I’ve signed on again with the fabulous Attune Foods for 2013. What does that mean? I will be sharing delicious recipes that incorporate at least one Attune Foods cereal (like these Banana Bread Muffins) each month.
Head on over there to get this healthy recipe. These muffins are a great breakfast, brunch, snack and perfect for Project LunchBox too!
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How is your 2013 going?
I hope it is off to a great start! I watch the end of a year from the sidelines as folks bring on the wild eating habits. That’s not my thing ~ the new year hits and it’s all about cleanses, guilty feelings and attempts at weight loss.
I prefer the sidelines and walking the same mindful path all year.
Have you considered never having that guilt? Enjoying the practice of eating healthful foods in proper portions all year long so you don’t have to ride the waves of frustration. Last year I posted 10 Secrets to Skinny & I figured now is the time to re-visit this subject.
For those of you who know me for reals, you know I am on my game no matter what time of year…Why? Because it works, my weight and energy levels never fluctuate.
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I have been on a breakfast binge so to speak. Last week I posted 5o Amazing Oatmeal Recipes which you guys swooned over. Since we all love oatmeal so much I figured why not share a new oat recipe today!
I dig chai tea and I figured it would be a delicious flavoring to add to oatmeal ~ you have gotta try this asap…
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Do you remember the excitement of passing out those little Valentines to all the pals in your classroom? I hope you and your kiddos enjoy these printables ~ a quick, easy and fun way to have unique Valentines that cannot be found in any store.
They can also be used for gift tags & labels. The skies the limit!
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Seems like we all love oatmeal. Whenever I post an oatmeal recipe you guys go kinda wild. Oats are a simple, comforting ingredient that you can dress up or down depending on your mood. You can make a big batch to last days or a single serving. Versatile.
I love old fashioned rolled oats, steel cut, Irish oats, Scottish oats ~ just not that quick cook instant kind. Have fun with this recipe round-up, hopefully you will get 50 new ideas for oatmeal!
Feel free to link up your favorite oatmeal recipes at the bottom of this post too! We can never have enough great ideas!
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Hello! I have something very special for you today. Have you ever heard of MacKenzie-Childs? Well it’s time you become acquainted. This company is an elegant, whimsical artisan of fine home furnishings, ceramics and more. MacKenzie-Childs is based out of a small rural farm in Aurora upstate NY. An idyllic place to create such beauty!
These artisans of handcrafted one of a kind pieces will knock your socks off. They are a favorite of mine for food styling props. The pieces are perfect for entertaining and for adding that special touch to your home. If you are purchasing gifts for family and friends, there are many options on their website to suit all budgets. There are beautiful pieces for house warming and hostess gifts as well.
Are you a bride looking for the perfect registry? MacKenzie-Childs is perfect for your wish list. I have a very generous $500 gift card for one lucky reader!
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Do you ever buy produce simply because you like it’s name ~ because it has super pretty zebra stripes?
Any food that is called “sweet dumpling” is essential in my book. How cute are these squash? Not to mention they are oh so tasty.
To keep you satisfied I stuffed ’em with all kinds of greatness: roasted veggies, quinoa, bacon and cheese. Your welcome.
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“Porridge” oh how I love thee. I have never actually used the word porridge on MarlaMeridith.com. Such a comforting word…it’s got a cold weather, huggy, rustic food kinda vibe. Perhaps it’s a Goldilocks and the Three Bears thing ~ bears and people love that porridge. Do you think theirs is made with oats or quinoa?
Probably not quinoa…
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