Spicy Beanless Minestrone–a great first tofu dish, and very economical.

This recipe is totally Zen: one pot. 20 minutes or so. Done. Costs little. Feeds many. Loves all. Another odd weather day for June in Connecticut. Last week I was sweating and thinking I planted my garden too late, this week I fear another frost! Okay, that’s a slight exaggeration but, you get the point,…

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Spicy Vegan Stirfry Stew

Many of the people who love GourGanics are vegan. I love to eat clean and do it often. Tonight we made the most delicious stew using wonderful tofu made right here in Middleton Ct by The Bridge. It’s got a creamy texture yet it’s firm enough to cook up and stand out in a crowd…

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GourGanics Girl Scouts Guacamole – best…gauc….ever!

We had a few of the cutest  little helpers in the kitchen this week. Girl Scouts working on their legacy badges in cooking.I taught them a quick and simple snack idea. GourGanics Girl Scout Guacamole After going over basic knife skills and sanitary kitchen practices, we got down to business.  I taught the girls the…

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GourGanics Salsa and Ricotta Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are not only delicious, they are so pretty and fun to eat. I love to make these any time of year but they sure do add a splash of bold color as a holiday side dish. It’s a fun project that yields easy results with very little work. My nine-year old daughter…

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Noel’s spicy roasted shrimp cocktail

Our new friend Noel of Kilroy’s Wonder Market in Glen Rock, New Jersey loves to use GourGanics as a cocktail sauce. We tried it. DELICIOUS! For a different zip than you get from a traditional cocktail sauce or if you have friends who don’t love the taste of horseradish, simply chill your GourGanics until it’s…

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Happy Friday Organic Kale Chips and Salsa

So easy to make, crunchy and satisfying, Kale chips are an antioxidant power house. Our good friend makes the most wonderful, salty, satisfying kale chips. This snack provides such a wide array of nutrients while allowing you the satisfying crunch of a chip. Couple this recipe with a side of GourGanics for a delicious treat…

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Apres summer day easy salsa pepper steak

I took my cousin and her kids to Fairfield beach over the weekend. My sister picked us up in her boat and a short day at the beach turned into a long exciting thrill ride, including wake boarding and way too much sun. We got back to the house and we were starved! Instead of…

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Quick and Easy Beef and Bean Burritos

Can you believe you can make a healthy burrito? All that gooey, cheesy, scrumptious stuff that you wrap into a soft shell and glom down can be made with thought and care. Using GourGanics USDA organic salsa as a simmer sauce and a topping adds a depth of flavor and home cooked taste. Adding lean,…

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Roasted Broccoli dipped in salsa

Thanks to a recipe from Circle of Mom’s and my good friend Nancy, we have learned that roasting broccoli at a high temperature and sprinkling with salt creates a crispy, sweeter and more delish dish. I’ve never been the greatest fan of broccoli as a side dish. But I know it’s super good for me. …

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GourGanics Salsa Seared Halibut

We’ve got a zesty fish recipe you can enjoy during lent–or any time at all. Just for the … HALIBUT. You knew that was coming. I stole the technique for searing the fish from a recipe in Cook’s Country magazine. Be sure to pat the fish dry before you dredge it in flour. To keep…

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