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Why so yellow?
It's the turmeric y'all! Yes! I am in love with this spice not only because of its vibrant color, but because of its countless health...

Paulina Magdaleno
Mar 14, 20241 min read
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BEANS & GREENS COME TO MOMMA
When in doubt, change the recipe! Trust your foodie instinct and add or modify as you please. So, while I loved this dish from the...

Paulina Magdaleno
Mar 6, 20241 min read
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IMMUNE-BOOSTING BROTH
Feeling under the weather? Take care of yourself with this immune-boosting veggie broth: cabbage, onions, parsnips, parsley, celery,...

Paulina Magdaleno
Mar 3, 20241 min read
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Weekday Dinner!
BBQ chicken thighs, cucumber, celery and radish salad. Dressing was a simple mix of olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon and some cotija....

Paulina Magdaleno
Aug 4, 20231 min read
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MOM'S SPICY SALSA
You do not need to wait until Taco Tuesday to enjoy this spicy, thick, full of flavor salsa! The secret is in the roasting. My Mom...

Paulina Magdaleno
Jul 25, 20221 min read
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FAVORITE SALAD... EVER!
Boy I thought I knew everything about salads until this recipe came across. Not only is colorful and beautiful, it is delicious and oh so...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 26, 20221 min read
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OVEN ROASTED VEGGIE MEDLEY
The sky is the limit when it comes to roasted veggies! Honestly, there is no rule on which veggie you can or cannot put in the oven. The...

Paulina Magdaleno
Jan 8, 20221 min read
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SNACK TIME: CRISPY SPICED CHICKPEAS
Stop buying snacks! Try to make them at home: cheaper, healthier, and tastier! I adapted this recipe from a special edition of Cooking...

Paulina Magdaleno
Sep 9, 20211 min read
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GIVE LEEWAY TO LENTILS!
#Lentils are not a photogenic food, but their health benefits are beyond attractive. When stacked up against other beans, lentils are No....

Paulina Magdaleno
May 25, 20211 min read
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SASSY SHRIMP COCKTAIL
My good friend Jorge Chavez shared this recipe with me and all I can say is.... DELISH! Weather is getting hot so this one is a perfect...

Paulina Magdaleno
May 8, 20211 min read
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CHILES RELLENOS OH MY
I grew up eating chiles rellenos on a weekly basis. Couple of years ago I found a recipe that did not involve the process of battering...

Paulina Magdaleno
May 1, 20211 min read
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SALMON'S SUPER SUPPER
Save some time by prepping the salmon ahead. Then just work on the rice and the green beans while the fish is in the oven. INGREDIENTS...

Paulina Magdaleno
Apr 17, 20211 min read
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INSALATA CAPRESE AMORE MIO
This salad is so fresh, so simple, so delicious and so EASY to make! All you need is FRESH ingredients and enjoy right after you prepare...

Paulina Magdaleno
Apr 3, 20211 min read
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ENDEARING ENCHILADAS
These are addictive. Period. The sauce's creamy texture comes from the combination of the salsa verde and some sour cream. Avoid a dry...

Paulina Magdaleno
Mar 5, 20211 min read
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GRANDIOSE GUMBO
First time I cooked gumbo was such a complicated task I almost scratched the dish from my list... but then, I found a slow-cooker recipe...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 27, 20211 min read
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QUICKEST. MEAL. EVER.
This is my go-to meal when I need a fulfilling, nutritious dish without the cooking hassle. INGREDIENTS 1 bag of frozen, organic quinoa,...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 20, 20211 min read
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PRETTY PLEASANT PASTA
Oh my, the carbs. Oh my, red meat. This is why this plate is on the indulging list. Nothing wrong with enjoying an Italian classic once...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 13, 20211 min read
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RISE AND SHINE BREAKFAST!
I came up with this idea after I started my 20 minute morning walks. This avocado/homemade hummus toast, grilled tomato and an egg is...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 6, 20211 min read
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TASTY TORTILLA SOUP!
The search for the perfect Tortilla Soup started when I arrived to the US in 2003. I tried dozens of them at every single Mexican or...

Paulina Magdaleno
Feb 4, 20211 min read
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