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You’ve Been Duped (Again)

You’ve Been Duped (Again)

Diets don’t work for sustainable for weight loss. In the past, I have written about diet culture & the challenges of weight loss maintenance. It’s no surprise that in 2019, diet culture continues to persist with the promise of easy, long-term weight loss success....

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Conflict Competence

Conflict Competence

Can you be kind, positive and gracious, and have conflict or need to share difficult feedback? Dealing with conflict in a constructive fashion is a form of kindness --- to the parties involved, to the team, and to the organization. But, research shows that 95%...

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Brand Intelligence

Brand Intelligence

We talk a lot about "brand" at MG. Lately, we've put even more focus on what that means because it's way more than chef dude or interesting composed salads or signs on kraft paper. Yes, those are things we hope people recognize us for, but it's way more. This article...

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Be Curious

Be Curious

As the holidays approach, friends begin to share pictures of their young children with Santa. These pictures are often touching and humorous, all at the same time. Their faces. Some scared, some excited, some curious. Children are curious. They ask a lot of questions...

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From our Kitchen to Yours

Adult Pimento Cheese & Bacon Flatbread

Adult Pimento Cheese & Bacon Flatbread

Serves 2-4 1 lg clove garlic, crushed ¼ c diced pimentos 2 c Sharp white cheddar, coarsely grated 1 c Sharp yellow cheddar, coarsely grated ⅓ c Greek yogurt sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper 2 "Flatout" 6 x 11 flatbreads 4 slices Applewood smoked bacon,...

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Dried Cranberry Salad

Dried Cranberry Salad

Serves 8  1 c - port-soaked dried cranberries 1/4 c - apple cider vinegar 1 T - dijon mustard 1 t - sea salt 1/2 t - freshly ground black pepper 1 c - extra virgin olive oil  1 qt - mixed salad greens 1/2 c - gorgonzola cheese crumbles 3/4 c - candied pecans   ...

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Indian Summer Grilled Fruit

Indian Summer Grilled Fruit

Serves 8 4 ea ripe plums, peaches &/or nectarines 8 slices watermelon, 1" thick Olive oil Sea salt (optional) Local honey, goat cheese or fresh peach ice cream 1. Brush fruit with olive oil 2. Place on preheated grill, medium high heat 3. Cook 3 minutes each side,...

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Creamed Summer Corn

Creamed Summer Corn

Serves 4 2 ears - supersweet corn, shucked 1-  lg lime 1½ T - unsalted butter s&p to taste 6 T - heavy cream 1 - pinch cayenne ¾ T - finely chopped chives   Cut kernels off cobs into large bowl Re-scrape cobs to get all milk Grate zest from lime, cut lime in half...

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Grilled Chicken with Heirloom Tomato Salsa

Grilled Chicken with Heirloom Tomato Salsa

Serves 6 1/2c - olive oil 1/4c - fresh lemon juice 2T - fresh chopped basil leaves 2t - fresh garlic 1t - black pepper 8 - 4oz boneless chicken breasts 1pt - baby heirloom tomatoes, halved 1T - fresh chopped basil leaves         sea salt Make marinade-process first 5...

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Lemon Pudding with Berries

Lemon Pudding with Berries

Serves 6 3⁄4c - sugar 1⁄4c - cornstarch 21⁄2c - milk 3lg - egg yolks,lightly beaten 2T - finely grated lemon zest 1 - pinch salt 1⁄2c - fresh lemon juice 2T - butter, softened 1lb - fresh berries Whisk sugar & corn starch in 2-qt saucepan Gradually add milk, whisk...

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