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Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Crispy Bacon
My son, who’s not so keen on Brussels Sprouts, will actually eat these. He says he likes it with the crispy bacon and melted cheese on...

Janet Zappala
Apr 7, 20231 min read
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Cheesy Asparagus
This versatile recipe takes little time to prepare and will complement almost any entrée. I make these with my Fish Under Wraps (from My...

Janet Zappala
Apr 7, 20231 min read
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Italian-Style Stuffed Artichokes
These stuffed artichokes are a big hit in our home. When the green, globe-size artichokes, noted for their big hearts, are on sale, buy a...

Janet Zappala
Apr 7, 20231 min read
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CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH BROWN RICE AND ORGANIC SPINACH OR ESCAROLE
Enjoy this easy homemade, super tasty, and healthy soup year-round. Brown rice is a whole grain that contains bran and germ, vitamins,...

Janet Zappala
Mar 31, 20231 min read
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SHEPHERD’S PIE~A HEARTY COMFORT FOOD
Cottage Pie, Shepherd’s Pie… from England to Scotland, Ireland, and France, there are so many variations of this comfort dish found...

Janet Zappala
Mar 17, 20231 min read
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CRESCENT COOKIES
Mom and her close friend Faye made these butter cookies for every holiday, every year, and no matter how many they made we always begged...

Janet Zappala
Dec 19, 20221 min read
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PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
I promise...this dessert will make you a star! Given to me by my dear friend Frank, this cheesecake has elevated me to star status in my...

Janet Zappala
Nov 19, 20221 min read
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LIGHTLY FRIED ZUCCHINI CHIPS
These chips flew off our plates when we were kids. Imagine that — vegetables flying off a child’s plate! This is a guiltless pleasure...
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Aug 19, 20221 min read
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GOT TOMATOES?
A great way to use those just picked from the garden tomatoes! This is a wonderfully simple, colorful, and deliciously easy to assemble...

Janet Zappala
Aug 10, 20221 min read
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MOM'S MEMORABLE MEATBALLS
I remember coming home from school, opening the door, and smelling the inviting aroma of these meatballs. They were like a gift from Mom....

Janet Zappala
Jun 21, 20221 min read
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KEY LIME PIE
My friends, you asked for it…you got it! Folks requested the Key Lime Pie recipe I recently demo-ed at the Avenida Palm Desert. Here it...

Janet Zappala
Jun 17, 20221 min read
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GUILTLESS CHOCOLATE FUDGE
Cut into squares, add a little sea salt, and enjoy your guiltless pleasure!
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Apr 15, 20221 min read
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CURRY CHICKEN
If you like curry but don’t want too much heat in it, you’ll love this recipe. I call it my “curry without worry.” Even my brother raves...
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Apr 15, 20221 min read
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BUTTERNUT SQUASH and POTATO SOUP
SOUP'S ON! And what could be more delicious, fragrant and satisfying than making your own, with loads of fresh chopped veggies. This...

Janet Zappala
Nov 1, 20211 min read
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BAKED APPLES
Apples are one of the most nutritious fruits we can eat, and that includes the skin for its vitamins and fiber. Try to buy organic apples...
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Oct 22, 20211 min read
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ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Casseroles have been a long-standing comfort food, and this one is no exception. Made mostly with fresh zucchini, it’s a side dish packed...

Janet Zappala
Sep 24, 20211 min read
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MATCHA LATTE TEA FOR TWO
Some of my best memories are cooking with the whole family...Mom, Dad, and brother...the kids...my aunts, uncles, and cousins. Seems I've...

Janet Zappala
Sep 14, 20211 min read
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TRADITIONAL FILIPINO PANCIT
Did you know Master Massage Therapist, Ron Garcia, was also a professional chef? Even with his demanding schedule, Ron still enjoys...

Janet Zappala
Sep 7, 20211 min read
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FILIPINO LETTUCE WRAPS with Chicken & Potatoes
You'll love this party dish, one of two shared by my friend, master massage therapist and former chef, Ron Garcia. Find the full Good...

Janet Zappala
Sep 7, 20211 min read
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TOMATO & BASIL SALAD
To get the best flavor, tomatoes should stay on the vine until they're fully ripened; then, remove vines before preparation. With their...

Janet Zappala
Aug 27, 20211 min read
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