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From the Quinoa Mac and Cheese cookbook: "Enjoy this savory, Indian-style Mac and Cheese with grass-fed lamb kabobs, cucumbers with yogurt, and deliciously grilled turmeric cauliflower. Namast-asty!"

Quinoa Indian Mac and Cheese

From the Quinoa Mac and Cheese cookbook: "For you gourmet foodies, this Decadent Mac and Cheese is part of a perfect meal, accompanied by garlic skirt steak, hearts of palm salad, and chili pepper string beans."

Decadent Quinoa Mac and Cheese

There is no better way to celebrate�Independence Day�than with some delicious desserts decked out in our nation�s colors � a combination that�will inspire patriotism while also pleasing the palate!

Frosty Freedom Flowers

I have always loved the taste, smell and even the look of chives, especially when blooming with those passionate, purple seed heads. What is surprising is that chives also offer important health benefits, which include boosting heart health, improving the strength of our bones, protecting us against a wide range of cancers, easing digestion, boosting vision and boosting our immune system, too!

The Health Benefits of Growing Your Own Chives

Indulge in this healthy, frozen minty-chocolate treat that masquerades as an oh-so-forbidden sweet!

Mint Chocolate Masquerade Ice Cream

Ready to kick-off grilling season with a one-of-a-kind dish that will have your cookout guests asking for more? Lemon-Garlic Pasta with Grilled Veggies to the rescue!�

Lemon-Garlic Pasta with Grilled Veggies

High Protein Salad by National Onion Association

High Protein Onion, Quinoa and Kale Salad

You don't really need a recipe to make a great smoothie. You can feel good about using up bits and pieces of fruit left over from other meals, and just as good about opening a bag of frozen fruit. In fact, the frozen fruit most likely was flash frozen and retains lots of nutrients you may not get if your fresh fruit was picked weeks ago.

Ask the Chef: What Do You Put In a Smoothie?

This omelet is made with egg whites, eggs, some superfood veggies that are packed with nutrients and vitamins and fresh, creamy avocado! It's the perfect pick-me-up when preparing for a long day.

How to Make a High Protein Omelet

"The superstar of the recipe is the sauce � inspired by the flavors found in a traditional Thai Peanut sauce, but with the benefits of being soy-free, nut-free, and sugar-free! Tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds (a great source copper, manganese, and calcium among many other minerals), is used in place of the peanut butter. The tahini sauce is tangy, tart, nutty, and smoky making it an amazing dip for raw and steamed vegetables alike."

Broccoli and Thai Tahini Sauce

Organic Edamame and Mung Bean Fettuccine in a Light Pesto Sauce//Explore Cuisine

Organic Edamame and Mung Bean Fettuccine in a Light Pesto Sauce

Gaea Olive Snack Packs: Food Channel Finds