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staples and spice day 6: italian.

Posted on May 4, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, thyme Staples: Kale, white beans, quinoa Today’s recipe is as simple as it is delicious: a little shout-out to pasta, without the blood sugar spike-and-crash (and no waiting for water…

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staples and spice day 5: caribbean jerk spice.

Posted on May 3, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Allspice, black pepper, chili pepper, cinnamon, paprika, parsley, thyme. Staples: White beans, chickpeas, brown rice. It’s a little taste of the beach, easily packed into one quick meal: just six spices and three staples, and you’re good to go! If you…

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staples and spice day 4: chinese five-spice.

Posted on May 2, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Anise, cinnamon, clove, fennel, pepper. Staples: Brown rice, chickpeas, kale. There’s nothing quite like Chinese food when it comes to unique flavor and texture. It’s quintessential takeout, right? Minus the little white containers, this make-your-own version is a pretty…

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staples and spice day 3: thai.

Posted on May 1, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Basil, garlic, ginger, pepper. Staples: Quinoa, kale. Thai food makes for classic takeout in this city: if you can get past the added oils and oft-animal-based selections, it’s a delicious option. So how to recreate it at home…

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staples and spice day 2: mexican.

Posted on April 30, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Chili powder, cumin, onion powder, oregano, paprika Staples: Kidney beans, brown rice Today’s south-of-the-border inspiration requires just four spices and two staples. This healthy take on the classic rice-and-beans is not only easy to throw together, but also a…

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staples and spice day 1: indian.

Posted on April 30, 2013 by amyheight — No Comments ↓

Spices: Allspice, coriander, cumin, turmeric Staples: Chickpeas, brown rice, kale So you’re all set! You’ve picked up your spices and staples, pre-made the staples for the week [brown rice and quinoa cooked; beans and chickpeas soaked, rinsed, and cooked; kale…

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