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Janet Zappala
Aug 27, 20211 min read
JANET'S GARDEN FRESH BRUSCHETTA
What to do with those freshly harvested tomatoes? My bruschetta is a super easy prep - and it's delicious, too - you'll want to make it...
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Janet Zappala
Aug 16, 20211 min read
EAT A PEACH
When I think of summer foods, a peach is as perfect as it gets. While not a significant nutrient source, it does provide some Vitamin C,...
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Janet Zappala
Aug 13, 20211 min read
HOMEMADE CHEESE BALL
I have fond memories of making this with my Mom. So easy, and delicious, it was a favorite of our family and one we'd often serve when...
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Janet Zappala
Aug 13, 20211 min read
CLASSIC WALDORF SALAD
The classics never go out of style! This salad is as popular today as it was when first created by a maître d’ at the Waldorf Astoria...
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Janet Zappala
Aug 13, 20211 min read
SHEL'S WORLD FAMOUS DATE NUT BREAD
My college buddy and dear friend, Michele Yanik, shares her favorite comfort food, one that her Mom used to make, served with cream...
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Janet Zappala
Aug 12, 20211 min read
GOOD FOOD MATTERS STREAMING ON EATTHIS.TV
NEWS! Good Food Matters debuts on Eatthis.tv. In this episode I enjoy kitchen time with Lauren Del Sarto, publisher of Desert Health...
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Janet Zappala
Jul 14, 20211 min read
SPINACH & FETA FRITTATA
This Spinach & Feta Frittata was recently featured in a Good Food Matters Bone Health segment. Filling, and packed with the nutrition...
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Janet Zappala
Jul 14, 20211 min read
WATERCRESS SALAD with CAPERS, RED ONIONS & BLACKBERRIES
You have to try my light and refreshing, delicious, and oh so good-for-you watercress salad. Watercress - a member of the cabbage family...
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Janet Zappala
Jul 9, 20211 min read
COOKING UP SOME HEALTHY FUN
I couldn’t ask for a better send-off than to enjoy some kitchen time with my dear friend, Lauren Del Sarto, of Desert Health News. We...
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Janet Zappala
Jul 8, 20211 min read
SUPER BONE HEALTHY SMOOTHIE
Bone health begins with good nutrition and exercise. This smoothie - a recipe shared by my friend, Bettyann Sator, co-owner of Perfectly...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 28, 20211 min read
AVOCADO SPREAD
My Avocado Spread is tasty and healthy, too...perfect for all parties! It is one of the easiest and healthful spreads you can make. Serve...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 28, 20211 min read
SUPER GREEN SMOOTHIE
Start the day with a big energy boost. Spinach is a good source of iron, as well as vitamins A and C. It's also considered a one of the...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 28, 20211 min read
TOMATO & CUCUMBER SALAD with Light Vinaigrette
Keep Cool. Keep Hydrated. Keep Safe. Keep it Light! #goodfoodmatters #yourhealthmatters #lightfood #saladrecipe #vegetables...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 28, 20211 min read
PANZANELLA SALAD
Panzanella Salad is a very popular Italian dish. A great way to recycle stale bread, it combines fresh beautiful tomatoes, basil,...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 23, 20211 min read
TZATZIKI SAUCE
You'll want to eat it immediately, but do refrigerate for a little while to let the flavors meld together. Either way this sauce is...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 23, 20211 min read
LAMB BURGER
Top with my Tzatziki sauce, and enjoy!
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Janet Zappala
Jun 15, 20211 min read
ORZO RAINBOW PASTA
Look to the rainbow for flavor, and for your health! This Orzo Rainbow Pasta is a tasty salad that packs plenty of nutrition into every...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 15, 20211 min read
GOOD FOOD MATTERS - SUMMER SCHEDULE!
NEW SUMMER SCHEDULE! Join me for Good Food Matters, where the summer livin' is easy, healthy and tasty! Every day at 5PM EST/2PM PST on...
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Janet Zappala
Jun 9, 20211 min read
FINGER-LICKING GOOD GRUB
Here in the Coachella Valley I volunteer at CV Horse Rescue and find great peace and solitude while tending to the horses and other...
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