Introducing Toum (Garlic Sauce), a Lebanese condiment that typically accompanies dishes like grilled skewers, shawarma, rotisserie chicken, and various other Middle Eastern delicacies. With just four simple ingredients – garlic, oil, lemon, and salt – this sauce has a creamy and thick texture that’s perfect for spreading. The recipe is flavor-packed, vegan, gluten-free and very […]
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Making labneh cheese is quite simple, but the waiting part can be a challenge. All you need are two ingredients – Greek yogurt and a pinch of salt. Just mix them together, wrap them in cheesecloth, and hang them over a bowl to strain. Then comes the hard part: waiting a whole 24 hours before
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There is nothing that gets devoured quicker at a social gathering than this traditional hummus. It’s comforting, creamy, flavorful, filling, satisfying….simply delectable. Everyone loves a good hummus dip. Especially if it’s homemade, as the texture and freshness really shine through. Add a nice assortment of dippers, think fresh vegetable sticks, pickled vegetables, pita bread, pita
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This quick pickled vegetables recipe is my go to recipe for pickling. It’s incredibly easy to make, quick to whip up, delicious…and bonus points…a fantastic way to keep vegetables fresh for longer. Such a win all around. I love making a few jars and having them in my refrigerator for a quick snack, to add
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Instant Pot Chickpeas are so easy to make. It’s nice because you can whip them up very quickly, and it requires minimal effort on your part. It’s also nice because you can customize the flavoring of your chickpeas (my recipe only calls for salt, but you can add any spices you like), and you can
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My husband is currently doing a 28-Day Cooking Challenge and he landed on a Homemade Pita Bread for his first recipe. Mind you, this man has cooked maybe, and that’s a big maybe, four times for us in our 12 years of marriage. Hey, we each have our strengths. I am the nutrition and food
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This is without question our favorite breakfast of all time. It’s healthy, savory, nourishing and completely delectable. In our opinion, a more complete breakfast would be hard to find. My husband, Preston, and I make this recipe almost every morning after our workouts. It fuels us right back up after being depleted from weight training
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My husband and I bought a Peloton bike during the pandemic. I’m pretty sure half of the U.S. did; Peloton sales skyrocketed that year! We are avid gym goers, and because everything shut down at the beginning of COVID, we needed to figure out a way to keep our bodies moving and to keep our
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Sun Valley, Idaho is nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, and this small town is all about rich history and natural beauty. It was established in the 1930s as one of the first ski resorts in the United States. And since then, it’s been a magnet for celebrities, artists, and outdoor enthusiasts. One
Welcome to Amsterdam, a city that’s like a big, friendly playground for art lovers and foodies. In Amsterdam, art isn’t just in museums; it’s all around you, from cool street art, to hip art galleries, to famous museums like the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. And getting around is a breeze—just take a leisurely
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Welcome to Split, Croatia, a romantic haven that seamlessly blends ancient history, breathtaking natural beauty, and culinary delights to create the perfect setting for a dreamy getaway. Split’s charm lies in its remarkable Roman ruins, most notably the stunning Diocletian’s Palace. Imagine strolling hand in hand through the labyrinthine streets of this 1,700-year-old UNESCO World
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A destination that weaves together natural splendor, rich history, and breathtaking coastal beauty, making it an unforgettable experience. Dubrovnik boasts a stunning backdrop of azure waters and rugged cliffs, creating a captivating contrast against its historic architecture. The city is renowned for its magnificent city walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which offers visitors a
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Summertime in Paris is pure magic. Since I visited Paris for the first time in winter time and did most of the touristy things then, Paris in the summer for us was spent outside, picnicking, walking, exploring the Parisian streets and drinking lots of good wine. The one thing we repeated in summer that we’ve
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London, you are a beauty. So elegant, grand and diverse. A city I want to go back to again and again. I have been wanting to go to London for over 10 years, and we finally made it happen this Summer. My husband and I allocated a full week to exploring the gorgeous city of
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What I love about this Apple Cider Vinaigrette is that it serves two big purposes. The first is that it enhances the taste and enjoyment of our salads and vegetables, and the second is that it provides amazing health benefits. Keep it in the refrigerator in a tight lid jar for up to 2 weeks;
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My husband and I recently went to Maui for a week. We did a lot of research ahead of time, specifically on: what area to stay at, when to go, how long to go for, what to do, what to see, where to eat and what to bring with us. I can definitely get into
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During our recent Maui trip, I fell in love with a banana bread loaf we got on the Road to Hana. We were told that Aunty Sandy’s Famous Banana Bread was a “must try” if we did the Road to Hana, so of course we followed suit. We made a quick pit stop and bought
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Let’s hear it for 35 easy low carb paleo dinners to make at home. THIRTY FIVE. I love to have a place to go to for easy, weeknight recipes. Recipes that are healthy, nutritious and not too heavy for night time. I have found that eating well, but light, is the key to a good
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If you haven’t tried making condiments at home before, I am here to tell you that you’ve been missing out…and that I see a fun DIY project in your future. Homemade condiments is where it’s at. Especially if you’re into taste, saving cash and natural ingredients. Yep, that’s you. It’s really hard to find quality,
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I’ve been meaning to share these 7 Healthy Daily Practices with you for while now, as I’ve found these to be life-changing and thought I’d pass them on to you in case you’re looking to incorporate new healthy routines. I’ve found that getting to most of these in the morning really helped me solidify them
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