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Raspberry Coconut Panna Cotta. “The Eskimo has fifty-two names for snow because it is important to them; there ought to be as many for love.” ~ Margaret Atwood Love is Bigger Than Romance Don’t get me wrong.

Raspberry Coconut Panna Cotta

Romance is wonderful, but it’s hardly the only experience worth celebrating. Love is vast, infinite, forgiving, healing, bliss-inducing, comforting, soul-awakening, soothing, energizing, deepening, absolutely beautiful, and open to everyone regardless of relationship status. If you’ve ever felt “less than” on February 14th because you didn’t have a “valentine”, or were in an unhappy relationship, than this post is for you. Found Recipe: KFC-Inspired Chicken. Hide captionStephanie O'Dea came up with a healthy slow-cooker recipe to mimic Colonel Sanders secret-recipe.

Found Recipe: KFC-Inspired Chicken

Amy Ta/NPR It is time to give the humble slow cooker its due. If you associate this hard-working table-top appliance with the 1970s (along with decorative owls, the color combination of burnt orange and brown, and perhaps chunky pleather boots) ditch the quick dismiss and embrace the vibe. A slow cooker can be a busy person's best friend. Slow cookers ("Crock-Pot" is a trade marked name, like "Xerox" is to photo copiers) gained popularity four decades ago as more women entered the workforce. Good, filling, warm — but the sameness of many slow cooker recipes has been noted by more than one regular user. "I kind of thought of the slow cooker as a glorified pot roast machine," says Stephanie O'Dea, the woman behind the blog "A Year of Slow Cooking.

" Or, kind of like the '70s, but savory style. With three young daughters, O'Dea has a busy 2014 household. New Tab. Coconut Chicken with Sweet Ginger Sauce. This was one of those make-it-up-as-I-go recipes.

Coconut Chicken with Sweet Ginger Sauce

Sometimes they turn out great, sometimes... not so much. This one was definitely a great one! Problem is, I forgot to write it all down (which I tend to do quite often). I think I remember everything I threw in there thought. Give it a shot and let me know how it goes. Chicken1.5 - 2 lbs chicken thighs 1 cup coconut flakes1/2 cup coconut flour1 tsp smoked paprika2 tsp sea salt, divided 1/2 tsp white pepper1 tsp parsley flakes2 eggs3 tbsp coconut oil (or more for frying) Sweet Ginger Sauce1/2 cup coconut milk1 tbsp honey1 tsp ginger1/2 tsp sea salt2 tbsp gluten-free tamari1 tsp lemon juice Cut chicken into 2 - 3" chunks.

Warm coconut oil in large skillet over medium heat. Prepare 3 separate bowls. 1. 2. 3. Transerfer one piece of chicken at a time to eggs and then to coconut flakes coating each piece evenly. Carefully place each piece to warm skillet. For Sauce... In a small sauce pan, over medium heat, combine sauce ingredients. Enjoy! How to make homemade LARA Bars. I love LARA bars!

How to make homemade LARA Bars

I think they are the perfect mid-morning snack (or meal 2 if you are on any of the DAMY plans). My clients share my affection for these little bars of goodness as well. They are great for many reasons: They are easy to throw in your purse when you are in a hurry, you can pack them easily for the kids, and they satisfy the sweet tooth. LARA Bars are: GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, SOY FREE, and VEGAN. These sweet pieces of heaven are made of basic natural ingredients, fruits and nuts. NEW – If you love LARA Bars you will love these creative LARA Bar-like Recipes. How to make homemade LARA Bars Here I have included the recipes for some of my favorite flavours of LARA Bars. I have also included a “build your own LARA Bar section” for you to get creative and make your own LARA Bar flavor creations. *Some of the lara bars recipes included fall more under the “treat” category (the varieties that include chocolate) but these are defiantly a healthy treat option.

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