TIP OF THE DAY: Pita Tartine

With the goal of eating lighter, we love this idea from Ozery Bakery: the pita tartine. Tartine is the French term for an open-face sandwich. In this version, Ozery piles on the healthful ingredients: black beans, radishes, grape tomatoes, red onions, greens and guacamole. You can add: Fruit: thinly-sliced apples, figs, pears Greens: arugula, baby…
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PRODUCT: New York Style Bagel Crisps

Tiny, crispy bagel chips hit the spot. Photo by Elvira Kalviste | THE NIBBLE.   As someone who is overly fond of bagels and breakfast pastries—not a whole lot of nutrition in exchange for all of those calories—we’re glad we discovered New York Style Bagel Crisps. They come in regular and mini sizes The light…
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PRODUCT: Primizie Crispbreads ~ Great Snack Crackers

A great new line of snack crackers, worth checking out. Photo courtesy Primizie Snacks.   Primizie snack crackers—called crispbread snacks by the manufacturer—were developed by a restauranteur/caterer couple who were looking for something better than what they were able to purchase. The thick, crunchy triangles were inspired on a culinary tour in Italy, originally as…
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Broccoli Rabe Garlic Bread Recipe & The Rabe Vs. Rapini Difference

Here’s a way of getting nutrient-packed broccoli rabe into something everyone loves. Make garlic bread using the greens and garlic butter. Nothing could be easier—or harder to resist. If you keep a supply of broccoli rabe purée on hand, it takes no time at all to assemble. Make it peppery—or not; top the garlic butter…
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RECIPE: Panettone Stuffing & More Panettone Recipes

We love panettone, an Italian yeast bread filled with candied citron, lemon zest, and raisins (and sometimes other ingredients). If we get too much of it to toast for breakfast or top with ice cream for dessert, we make other favorites, such as Panettone French toast, Panettone grilled cheese, and panettone PB&J sandwiches. And then,…
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