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Acid… not that one.

December 31, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Undoubtedly you’ve heard about the magic of Kale and you think it’s all bullshit and or that the farmers of the world had a secret meeting to roll out the Kale-con. Apparently an acidic body causes inflammation and and alkaline body is healthier. AND greens make you more alkaline and KALE IS A GREEN KING. Here’s the thing, I like kale. I’m one of those I-like-healthy-green-stuff people, even if it’s bitter, maybe because I want to feel good at […]

Categories: Ready for my Close-up • Tags: green juice, greens, haelthy, kale, mind-body

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12 Reasons to say I’m sorry

December 23, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Forgive. Don’t forget. It’s that time of year. A new one. Time for a clean slate. It actually creates relief, space, air, less stress… and that’s good. It’s not as hard as it seems. It’s two words. It has a very powerful message about who you are. It gives the person you are addressing, hope, about mankind. (I’m not kidding) Your wife (or husband) will remember why they love you. Its the start of a better you. Even if you […]

Categories: Listen Up! • Tags: 12, 12 reasons to say I'm sorry, I'm sorry, Say your sorry, top 12

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sugar COOKIES

December 21, 2014 by nycredhead2021

It’s the holidays. You must bake something. So bake these cookies. Just do it. Today. Now. Right Now. Sugar Cookies Yield: About 24 cookies Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 15-18 minutes 2 cups (10 ounces) all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened but still cool 1 cup (7 ounces) granulated sugar, plus ½ cup for rolling dough 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 large egg 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract […]

Categories: Yummy Foods • Tags: cookies, holiday cookies, merry christmas, sugar cookies

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pace. Yes, that’s right peace.

December 20, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Peace. Ah, such a potent word. Peace on earth seems like a fantasy these days. Violence against innocent school children, insane threats and cyber hacking. The local news is packed with DUI deaths, missing persons and car chases. People are sad, broke, over worked, tired… sick. I hear it all the time because I’m that kind of listener as well as a magnet for details. Maybe it’s my writer curiosity to hear everything or maybe I have a big heart […]

Categories: Listen Up! • Tags: holiday, Pace, peace, Peace on Earth

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Easy and amazing Chicken Piccata

December 4, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Start with boneless Chicken breasts (2 per person) Trim any yucky parts away and pound them thin… then dust them in flour lightly… Take a large frying pan and add olive oil and a dab of butter on a medium heat and add the chicken and saute until chicken a slightly brown/golden and remove and set aside. Add about an inch of chicken broth to the pan and deglaze with a wooden spoon and squeeze 1 whole lemon (more if […]

Categories: Yummy Foods • Tags: Chicken Piccata, delicious chicken dishes, easy chicken recipes, holiday food

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Turkey Chili Yummyness

December 3, 2014 by nycredhead2021

One of the easiest best dinners and party dishes for Winter. So it’s finally raining in Los Angeles and that means Winter to me and winter means Turkey Chili. I made this last night and it’s the best, yummyest, hits the spot, cozy din-din. Also great for a party. Make a chili bar and have everyone create their bowl… cheese, onions, sour cream, cilantro, chips, jalapenos… and Beer! Yummm. Turkey Chili 1.5 pounds of ground dark turkey 1 onion […]

Categories: Yummy Foods • Tags: Holiday foods, party recipes, Turkey Chili, Winter recipes, Yummy Chili

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holiday recipe #2

December 2, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Yup, I’m opening the vaults, telling all the secrets, spreading the joy, the yummy foodies that I cook all the time but have an especially perfect vibe and taste to make for holiday parties and family get togethers. Enjoy. Share. And tell me how it goes. Sage/Butternut Squash Soup Ingrediants: 3 carrots 2 red onions 4 celery stalks 3 garlic cloves 1 sprig of fresh rosemary 1 large butternut squash – peeled and cubed 1 carton of chicken stock 1 […]

Categories: Yummy Foods • Tags: buetternut squash recipes, butternut squash soup, holiday meals, holiday recipes, winter soup, winter soups

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tis the season 1

December 1, 2014 by nycredhead2021

So yes, I’m a very good cook and everyone always asks for my recipes – so I will post as many as I can muster up… enjoy! Oh and don’t be intimidated – I make it all super easy. And tell me how it all turns out. Num-num-num. The Best Banana Bread Ever!!! 5 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup sugar 12 cup brown sugar 1 large egg 2 egg whites 1 tspn vanilla extract 3 very ripe bananas 1 3/4 cups […]

Categories: Yummy Foods • Tags: baking, Banana Bread recipe, best banana bread, Christmas recipes, desserts, holiday baking, Holiday sweets, tistheseason, yummy foods

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I’m drought resistant, are you?

November 24, 2014 by nycredhead2021

Gardening is my meditation. It renews me, calms me, uplifts my mood. The dirtier I get, the happier I am. I live in Los Angeles with a no rain situation. Watering a garden is not a good idea. Lawns, uh-uh. Flower beds, out. That was all ok because we moved about six months ago and the ground floor, super pretty, large rooms, with plenty of closets and a great kitchen, had no garden. NO GARDEN. 😦 It does have […]

Categories: Listen Up!, Ready for my Close-up • Tags: cactus, California drought, drought resistant plants, gardening in the drought, no rain, recycle cactus, recycled garden, succulent plants, succulents