Archive for: August, 2016

Pan-roasted Halibut with Kale Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or almonds 4 cups lightly packed torn kale (ribs removed) 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper, divided 4 (6-ounce) halibut fillets, […]

Greens with Miso-Ginger Dressing and Grilled Tofu

Ingredients TOFU 2 pkg. (12 oz. each) extra-firm tofu, drained 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon light brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder DRESSING 1/3 cup white miso 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 […]

Pan-Seared Skirt Steaks

Ingredients 1 jalapeño pepper 1/2 cup dry red wine 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 2 pounds skirt steaks 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 garlic […]

Espresso-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Pineapple Chimichurri

Ingredients 3 tablespoons chili powder 2 to 3 teaspoons espresso powder or very finely ground coffee 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound) skirt steak or flank steak 3 red, yellow, or orange bell peppers, cut into […]

Skirt Steak Skewers with Cilantro-Garlic Sauce

Ingredients 7 garlic cloves, peeled 1 cup fresh parsley leaves 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons 3 pounds skirt steak Preparation In a food processor, pulse the garlic until minced. Set aside 1 teaspoon. To the […]

8 Great Health and Beauty Benefits of Epsom Salt

There are good reasons you should keep Epsom salt in your home, the wonders of this thing have been widely well known since long time. It’s different with other salts, this mineral compound comprised of magnesium and sulfate has lots of beneficial properties and it’s good for both physical and mental health. There are countless […]

7 Obvious Signs Your Body Needs to Detox

Even though our organs do a good job detoxifying the body, we need to detox once in a while. But most of us don’t know when we should detox. Gladly, there are some symptoms the body experiences when we need a detox. It’s normal to experience these symptoms from time to time but if they […]

41+ Medicinal Uses & Benefits of Coconut Oil

A large number of research studies on coconut oil has revealed health benefits that affect our entire body, inside and out. Coconut oil’s main fat is lauric acid, a medium-chain fatty acid that positively affect our cholesterol levels. It is a great source of vitamins E and K, and iron, and has both antimicrobial and […]

7 Natural Anti-Anxiety Herbs That Are Better Than Medication

Anxiety is a problem that most of us deal with. And the more ways you have of combating it, the better. Frankly, prescription medication is not the best way to go. In fact, one study linked anti-anxiety medication to high mortality rate and increased risk of suicide. So drugs should always be your last option. […]

A Simple Toothpaste Recipe – Natural Teeth Whitening With Coconut Oil and Turmeric

Homemade toothpaste tastes good, totally natural and easy to make. And use homemade toothpaste with natural ingredients can help you avoid the common dangerous ingredients that existed in the commercial toothpaste. Here is a simple and effective turmeric-coconut oil toothpaste you can make to help you remove the stains and keep your teeth healthy. Ingredients: […]