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Recipes with honey

Food Pr0n: Rhubarb Compote with Greek Yogurt

July 4, 2010

Food Pr0n: Rhubarb Compote with Greek Yogurt

The basic recipe for compote is simple enough: chopped rhubarb, water, sugar. I wanted to make it a little more special so added an herb that has been finding its way into many of my dishes lately: tarragon. Mixed with some greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey, this rhubarb compote makes an elegant and refreshing dessert perfect for completing a summertime meal.

Food Pr0n: Toasty Granola Bars

January 27, 2010

Food Pr0n: Toasty Granola Bars

I won’t skip breakfast no matter how tired or rushed I am. Lately, however, I have been relying on packaged breakfast bars more than I should. Noticing the trend, my boyfriend suggested we make our own granola bars. The idea appeals to my inner hippie, because what could be more “granola” than making your own granola?

Quinoa Qurispies: An Easy Way To Get More Iron

October 14, 2009

Good Gods, no matter how I try it’s always a struggle to get my RDA, and I’m taking a supplement that provides 50%! But I’m not giving up. My list of iron-rich foods is growing daily, as is my roster of simple recipes. Which leads me to Quinoa Quripsies.

Quick and Cheap Dinner: Salmon and Summer Bean Salad

May 12, 2009

There’s only one rule to making quick and cheap dinners for yourself, and that’s to keep a stocked pantry. I always have canned beans, whole wheat pastas, vinegars, spices and frozen veggies on hand. You’d be amazed what I can come up with when it looks like there’s nothing in the house.