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I Heart Fats
I Heart Fats

Learn why fats are so important to our health and which ones can handle the heat from cooking. This post is a summary taken directly from Caroline Barringer's invaluable document, Fats: Safer Choices for your Frying Pan and Your Health. 

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Poke Bowls
Poke Bowls

Who doesn't like a nice fresh bowl of fish in the Summer months? I simply can't get enough. Poke is a classic Hawaiian dish that has been around for centuries. It traditionally consisted of raw fish, sea salt, seaweed, and roasted kukui nut. Initially served as a pupu, small plate, it has now gained popularity and is commonly eaten as a main course.

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