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Pine Nut Rice Pilaf

Great side, feels fancy. Half the calories (of course) Serves 6 Ingredients: 1c white or brown rice (white rice, long grain typically goes best here) 1/2 tbsp butter 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 3/4c vegetable or chicken broth 1/4c pine nuts or chopped almonds (toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until fragrant) 1 […]

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Cranberry Feta Salad

Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 head of Romain lettuce, washed and chopped 1-2c shaved brussel sorouts 1c shredded cabbage 1/2c craisins 1/4c pine nuts 4oz french fera 2tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil directions: Toss the lettuce, brussel sprouts and cabbage with the oil and vinegar. You can also use a vinegarette here that you […]

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Falafel stuffed eggplant

Very unique and versatile! I originally found this recipe on cooking light a while back and then changed up the recipe after I made it about ten or fifteen times! Ingredients: Two large eggplant 1/4c parsley 1/4c breadcrumbs 1, 16oz can of chick peas 2 eggs 1 tbsp minced garlic (you can buy frozen minced […]