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Build a Bowl: Mix and Match Elements for the Perfect Burrito Bowl
Burrito bowls have recently become a staple in the Gibson/Goodman diet. They are delish and the leftover components make a killer lunch. The core ingredients of my burrito bowls are: Cilantro Lime Rice (rinse rice x2, combine ingredients, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook approx. 20 min, until rice is…
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Green Chili and Tomatillo Enchilladas
When I get cravings for food I’ve never tried, I am thankful my father raised me in the kitchen. It has armed me with a knowledge of technique and flavor, allowing me to accomplish most cooking tasks without needing a recipe to guide me. This weekend, I decided to try something a little different than…
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Black Bean & Spanish Chorizo Soup
What is it about Winter that just make you want something warm and delicious? Even in San Diego, I couldn’t escape the season’s magnetic pull towards comfort food this week so I decided to try my hand at making black bean soup. Inspired by a recipe in November’s Food & Wine magazine, this soup was a…
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Chipotle Enchiladas
Made my first attempt at “enchiladas” this week, (I add the quotes because I’m sure these are in no way authentic…), and boy were they a hit! These are a little more smokey, a little less tomato-y than your average enchilada, and absolutely delicious paired with black beans and sautéed Mexican squash. Unfortunately I didn’t get…
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Eat the Rainbow: Summer Kebabs
Here in San Diego, we are still hanging on to Summer with our cut-off shorts and light, fresh meals. I took on cooking Sunday dinner last night for my favorite boys, and these soy ginger kebabs with grilled pineapple were a definite hit. Soy Ginger Kebabs with Grilled Pineapple Makes 12 Kebabs 3 large chicken…
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Summer Chicken Lasagna
Last week, before kicking off a busy, busy week of traveling and guests and weddings, I spent a peaceful evening in North County cooking for dinner for my boyfriend and his roommate, enjoying a bottle of wine, and the sunset over the ocean. I love the pace of life up in Encinitas, the beachy suburb…
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Asian Chicken Stir-Fry with Green Beans and Water Chestnuts
I love making stir-frys because they are light on the carbs, full or flavor and pack great for lunches. While mine are certainly not traditional, they are always tasty. For this one, I left the green beans a little crunchy so that they would reheat well without becoming mushy. 2tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic…
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Joshua Tree Wilderness
Recently my old friend Matt Patterson invited me to join him on a backpacking adventure through Joshua Tree National Park as part of a photography series he is doing at parks all over the West. We tromped out into the wilderness for 3 days of desert hiking along the California Riding and Hiking Trail, and…
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Orzo Asparagus Salad with Prosciutto & Lemon
The summer sun and a few days of heavy eating inspired the creation of a light summer pasta salad for dinner last night. This dish was super simple to make, and the bright, fresh flavors were just what the doctor ordered. I opted to enjoy my Orzo Asparagus Salad as my main meal, but it would make…
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Operation Juice Cleanse
I don’t really believe in cleanses. I ascribe to the eat delicious real foods, make sure to get lots of fruits and veggies, but also eat that pizza when you need to diet. But last week I had access to a juicer and got the urge to give this juice cleanse thing a try. My experiment…
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