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My 2 Favorite Healing Red Lentil Soups

February 6, 2016 By Denise Costello

Snow Day ! Whoo Hoo! The kids, and this Mom, were overjoyed with the good news of NO SCHOOL! Snow days for me equate to a quiet morning of extended meditation, prayer and reading in bed with a hot cup of tea. Thank you mother nature! In addition to this peaceful morning, the beautiful snowfall provides the perfect setting for a brisk walk, chill time with the kids and the chance to cozy in the kitchen for some culinary exploration. I have always been a big fan of soups. Love the comfort ...

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Gifts from the Kitchen

December 16, 2015 By Denise Costello

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Hello friends! One of my favorite things about the holiday season is that it gives me an opportunity to give a gift fro the heart. For me that generally means making a gift from the kitchen. This family tradition started when I was a young girl and the tradition still continues. You may be thinking. “Nice idea Denise but who has time for that?” Take a look at this short video that shows you how simple and quick giving from the heart can ...

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Roasted Sweet Potato, Cauliflower Veggie Bowl with Lemon Parsley Dressing

November 20, 2015 By Denise Costello

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JOY! Your college student is on his or her way home for Thanksgiving ???? Worry- they are vegan and your stumped about what to feed them! I can so relate- I had a similar experience and this is how I handled it My daughter had her high school friends over one evening. I offered to make them dinner before heading out for the evening. I don’t know about you, but preparing a meal for a group of young women is getting complicated – This is what I hear “I don’t want anything that will make me ...

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The Energized Body New Business Venture

September 19, 2015 By Denise Costello

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Bruce Springsteen and My Spiritual Team are Talking- Here's What They're Saying Hello Friends Its been a while, and boy is it nice to be back! This post is a little long but bear with me, I promise this is not a trend! You may be wondering why Bruce and my spiritual team which includes Jesus, Mary, and my Guardian Angels and are talking to little o'l me. Well, because I asked for help. This past year has been a transitional, stressful year for our family - my husband Pete accepted a job ...

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Why Jicama Is Good for Your Body

April 30, 2015 By Denise Costello

Jicama Salad Recipe

Refreshing, Crunchy, Nutritious! Have you ever tried jicama? Get ready to take a culinary adventure, south of the border. Especially if you are tired of nibbling on carrots and celery for your healthy snack! First grown in South and Central America, jicama (also known as the Mexican yam), is a delicious, sweet-tasting and crunchy root vegetable similar to a sweet potato or an apple. The skin is not edible and considered an organic toxin called retenone, so you definitely need to peel it. You ...

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Filed Under: Nutritional Facts Tagged With: healthy snacks, jicama, vegetarian

Slow-Cooker Beef & Bok Choy

March 21, 2015 By Denise Costello

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Weeknight cooking calls for recipes that are culinary trifectas: meals that are healthy, taste great and easy to prepare! Slow-Cooker Beef and Bok Choy was this week’s winner -- the whole family devoured it! There are three ingredients that you may not have on hand but are definitely worth purchasing: Hoisin Sauce - a sweet savory sauce used in a lot of Asian cooking. I add a little orange juice and use it as a marinade for chicken, brush it on shrimp or cod before grilling or baking. ...

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Filed Under: Healthy Eating Tagged With: dinner, healthy, slow cooker

Kale Pie for St Patrick’s Day

March 15, 2015 By Denise Costello

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The other night, I made Kale Pie. My friend Maria recommended it and I bought the ingredients but then they just sat in the fridge. I wanted to make it, but PIE? Who has time to make pie in the dinner rush? Turns out, this comes together quickly -- and you get to enjoy the smell of rosemary wafting through the air while its baking! I will admit, I was a little worried the kids wouldn’t like the kale pie. And my 17-year-old son has quite an appetite. I needed a back-up plan. I usually have ...

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Filed Under: Seasonal Entertaining Tagged With: healthy, kale pie, Kid Friendly, main meal, St. Patrick's Day

Healthiest Tastiest Breads!

March 5, 2015 By Denise Costello

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My food mantra: “If there is something I eat on a daily basis, I want it to be nourishing to my body.” For many people, that daily something is bread. It is a part of every meal: toast for breakfast, sandwiches at lunch and rolls or garlic bread (yum!) on the dinner table. And right about now, you probably feel like a loaf of bread - especially if, like me, you live in the North East. So why not eat the healthiest bread available. But the bread aisle can be so confusing! With all of the ...

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Filed Under: Nutritional Information

Quick Dark Chocolate Macaroons

February 11, 2015 By Denise Costello

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I think of February as “Love Your Heart Month” both emotionally and physically. There's no better way to cultivate that love than with these Dark Chocolate Macaroons. You can make them in a snap, perfect for unexpected guests or cravings :) Now that doesn't mean you should stack a massive supply next to the remote control and settle in for the winter, even if you live in snow-bound New England! You can enjoy the glorious taste of dark chocolate guilt-free as long as you consume in moderation. So ...

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Filed Under: Nutritional Information Tagged With: chocolate, Gluten Free, heart, holidays, recipe

I Have Super Bowl Soup!

January 30, 2015 By Denise Costello

Hello Healthy Eaters! I know I'm popping in during the last quarter, but I had to share this yummy recipe. It would be great to serve during the Super Bowl. I like to offer some sort of soup or stew because it's an easy way to slip in some veggies and can be made ahead of time, so I can enjoy the game, too! My goal was to create a dish that felt like you were eating something indulgent and not "healthy". Tested out by son Patrick -- it got a big thumbs up! So put away the chicken wings ...

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Filed Under: Seasonal Entertaining Tagged With: chicken, Gluten Free

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