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Cranberry-Apple Wild Rice Stuffing (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

11/25/2013

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Thanksgiving gone Healthy & Wild! Coming from generations of traditional Italian cooking, my family Holiday dinners are a combination of traditional Italian favorites, turkey with cranberry sauce and stuffing; so I decided to put a healthy exotic twist to the All-American Stuffing! The result is an AMAZING Cranberry-Apple Wild Rice Stuffing Recipe that can be tailored to dietary restrictions or allergies like vegan, dairy-free, gluten free, nut-free or to your desired taste palette. Wild rice adds a wonderful texture to this stuffing while the slight sweetness of the dried cranberries and apples lends a delicious flavor. This is a perfect stuffing for winter squashes making a dazzling holiday main dish.  Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.....ENJOY!

Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, or 2 1/2 cups water with 1 vegetable bouillon cube
2/3 cup Raw Wild Rice or  1/2 Package of Trader Joe's Cooked Wild Rice
1 1/2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Medium White Onion, chopped
1 Large Celery Stalk, diced
2 Medium Apples, cored & diced
4 Cups finely diced Cornbread or Whole Grain Bread (Use Gluten-Free Options like our Gluten-Free Zucchini Cornbread Recipe minus the zucchini or Gluten-Free breads)
1/3 Cup Dried Cranberries
1/4 Cup finely chopped Pecans or Walnuts
2 tsp Salt-Free Seasoning (like Spike or Mrs. Dash)
1/4-1/2 tsp Dried Thyme, to taste
Salt & freshly Ground Pepper, to taste
1/2 Cup Apple Juice or Apple Cider (Organic, Unfiltered or All-Natural)

Directions:
  1. Bring the broth to a simmer in a small saucepan. Stir in the wild rice, then cover and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, about 35 minutes. (**If using cooked wild rice, omit this step)
  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 
  3. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet. Add the onion, sauté  until translucent. Add the celery and sauté over medium heat until both are golden. 
  4. Combine the onion-celery mixture with the cooked wild rice and all the remaining ingredients except the apple juice in a mixing bowl. Stir well to combine. Drizzle the apple juice in slowly, stirring until mixture is evenly moistened. 
  5. Transfer the mixture to a lightly oiled or buttered, large shallow baking dish. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top begins to get slightly crusty. (**Cover with foil if desired)

**Bonus Quick Tips:
  • Whirl slices & chunks of whole-grain bread in a food processor until fine. This is a good way to use up ends and slightly dated pieces of bread.
  • Plump dried cranberries in the cider by warming them both in a saucepan or in the microwave and letting them stand for about 5 minutes. Drain the cranberries, reserving them and the cider separately.
**Nutrition ~ Makes 8 serving with 178 Calories per serving

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Healthy Gluten Free Zucchini Cornbread

11/20/2013

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Cooler temperatures outside means the Holidays are upon us! Tis the season we start craving warm comfort foods like stews, soups and chili so why not enjoy a healthier version of traditional side-dish favorites like cornbread! This cornbread recipe is very versatile meaning you can substitute any flour or vegetable of your choosing by simply following the recipe below.

Ingredients:
1/4 Cup Brown Rice Flour 
1/2 Cup Buckwheat Flour
2/3 Cup Yellow Cornmeal
1/2 Tsp Salt
2 Tsp Baking Powder
4 Tbsp Apple Sauce
10-20 Drops of Liquid Stevia (Add 1 Tbsp of Honey for Sweeter Taste)
1/2 Cup Egg Whites or 1 Full Egg & 1 Egg White
2/3 Cup Fat-Free Cottage Cheese
1/2 Cup Olive Oil (Used Red Pepper Infused for Flavor)
1 Cup Grated Zucchini
1/2 Red Bell Pepper Chopped

Directions:
Heat oven to 400 Degrees. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl except broccoli and red peppers. Stir well. Fold broccoli into batter mix. Spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Pour batter into loaf pan, top off with chopped red bell pepper. Bake for 30-40 minutes. Let cool for 10 mins before serving. Store in refrigerator. Makes 12 Servings. Enjoy!

Nutritional Facts per Serving:
131 Calories
4 Grams of Protein
18 Grams of Carbohydrates
5 Grams of Fat
1.5 Grams of Fiber

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Experience LUXE Lounge & Spa in Downtown San Diego

11/14/2013

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Let's face it...Life Happens! We all need "Me Time" once in a while to escape the chaos of our reality, whether it's to cuddle up with a good book, hit the gym or spend a few hours getting pampered...right?! The NEW LUXE Lounge & Spa located in the heart of downtown San Diego is the perfect day spa retreat where you can relax & rejuvenate offering an array of services that will leave you feeling like a pampered god or goddess! With their chic modern design, white lush decor, plush relaxing seating; you will feel like you have stepped foot into an oasis leaving the stress of your daily life at the front door. 

LUXE Lounge & Spa only uses the highest quality natural, chemical free products that are luxurious for your skin. Their custom made pedicure spa tubs have no hidden jets or pipes which can harbor bacteria. Their staff is friendly, accommodating, knowledgable and extremely artistic when it comes to custom nail design....one of our favorite services is the LUXE Gel Manicure/Pedicure. Whether you are a man or woman, LUXE Lounge & Spa has a treatment that will leave you feeling GREAT. Here is a sneak peek at the LUXE Lounge & Spa Services Menu:
  • Spa or Gel Manicure
  • Spa Pedicure
  • Waxing
  • Skin Care Treatments - Custom Facial & Hydra-Facial
  • Make-Up Application
  • Eyelash Extensions Infinity Sun Spray Tan
  • Beauty Treatments - Body Exfoliation & Wraps
  • Teeth Whitening
In addition to the list of spa services, LUXE hosts private events ranging from Botox Parties to closing down the salon for you and your friends to enjoy a celebration like a birthday or bridal shower. Regardless of your beauty needs, LUXE Lounge has something for you and if you don't see a particular service listed on their website...just ask!

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