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Grilled Chicken with Tomato Relish Recipe

May 28, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Explore this delicious recipe full of unique flavors and colors to add a twist to your traditional grilled chicken dish. Enjoy! Grilled Chicken with Cucumber, Radish & Cherry Tomato Relish Prep Time: 35 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Serves: 5-6 Ingredients: ¼ cup white-wine vinegar, plus more for drizzling ¼[…]

Chocolate Haystack Recipe

May 21, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Here’s a raw decadent dessert that’s quick and easy to make – it can be prepared minutes before guests arrive or several days in advance. Enjoy! Chocolate Haystacks Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cooling Time: 30 Minutes Serves: 12 Ingredients: 2/3 cup raw organic cacao powder 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4[…]

Top 5 Reasons to Garden this Spring

May 15, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Peak Performance

Spring has well and truly arrived here in the Northern Hemisphere!  As the weather gets warmer and the days become longer we have an extraordinary opportunity to savor the best of what nature has to offer from a healing standpoint by spending time outdoors.  The more we connect with the[…]

Roasted Red Pepper & Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

May 14, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Savor this colorful, nutritious soup full of wonderful flavors and creamy texture – enjoy it for lunch or dinner on a cool spring day! Roasted Red Pepper & Sweet Potato Soup Prep Time: 25 minutes Cooking Time: 60 minutes Serves: 6 to 8 Ingredients: 2 large organic sweet potatoes, peeled[…]

Salmon Cake Recipe

May 6, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Here’s a quick, easy, and delicious recipe for salmon lovers – impress your friends and family without spending all day in the kitchen. Enjoy! Salmon Cakes Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cooking Time:  10 Minutes Serves:  4 Ingredients: 4 ounces cooked salmon (preferably wild caught) 6 rice crackers 1/2 onion, minced[…]

Nutty Granola Clusters Recipe

April 23, 2015 ‐ Posted by Sylvaine Hughson ‐ Under: Recipes

Enjoy this healthy and delicious homemade granola as a nice alternative to traditional pre-packaged options. This sweet and savory recipe makes a great breakfast or snack – serve with almond milk or add it to yogurt! Ultimate Nutty Granola Clusters Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes Cooling Time:[…]