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I get a lot of people who write in to my blog and ask me for easy breakfast ideas. I love that so many of my readers are busy moms or on-the-go career chicks. So, in honor of all the hard working ladies who can't stand to skip breakfast, here is a breakfast recipe just for you.
It's a perfect portion, doesn't require a knife, fork or even a plate and it will keep you full well in to your lunch hour. The pecorino adds a mild saltiness and I love that the cherry tomatoes add a hint of sweetness every few bites.
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There is nothing I love more than a great kale salad. My love for kale runs so deep that I almost capitalize the 'K' every time I type the word. If you read my blog RealGirl'sKitchen.com you are already well aware of my kale obsession. I would eat it at every meal and have even found ways to incorporate it in to breakfast. This salad is just another great way to add some excitement to an already stellar green. If you aren't loading up on kale, here is why you should!
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After a few weeks of loading up on vegetarian-friendly dishes, I felt like it was time to incorporate some protein into our diets. These drumsticks are some of my favorite things to make (and eat!) because the flavor combinations are endless. I prefer them on the spicy side, but no matter how you season them, they always come out of the oven juicy and delicious. Since they aren't breaded or fried, you can chow down carefree.
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A girl needs variety. A girl needs choices. A girl needs something new and exciting to munch on at lunchtime and still feel good about herself. Sometimes, this girl just doesn't feel like eating a salad! That's why these sexy haricots verts are the perfect solution to any lunch time salad blues.
I call them sexy because they are usually referred to as the "French green bean" due to the fact that they are longer and skinnier than the American bean. They are loaded with lots of chlorophyll that helps to clean your blood and have the slightest hint of sweetness. I love these lean green machines and I think you will, too.
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One of my favorite smells on earth is the delicate aroma of truffles and, no, I'm not talking about the chocolate. I'm talking about the mushroom!
The smell of truffles always reminds me of a really romantic meal I shared with a past boyfriend, and it instantly puts me into a sexy mood. The aroma of a truffle is similar to sexual pheromones found in nature. It's earthy, warm and inviting -- and it exudes sensuality.
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Sisters, summer is here and it's time to move your bikinis from the bottom drawer to the top drawer, buy a good quality sunscreen for your gorgeous faces and start incorporating some summertime recipes in to your rotation. With age comes maturity. I have had to come to terms with the fact that I can't fry myself in the sun with baby oil like I use to and that what I choose to eat poolside, actually matters. Have no fear though, I've got you covered. Here's one easy recipe that will curb your temptation to eat the greasy meals men love to cook poolside.
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