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Cheesy Turkey Baked Pasta

August 27, 2014 by

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 pound ground turkey (10% fat)
4 cups cooked whole wheat pasta shells
2 1/2 cups marinara sauce (bottled or homemade)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (divided)
1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 3-quart casserole dish with nonstick spray.

2. In a large pan, heat the oil over medium-heat and add onion, garlic and red pepper flakes. Saute until onions have softened, about 4 minutes. Crumble in the ground turkey and cook until the turkey is browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the pasta, marinara sauce, parsley and 1 cup of the cheese. Spoon the pasta mixture into the prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top and the Parmesan cheese.

3. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

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These Flavorful Fruit Salads Are Anything But Boring

August 26, 2014 by

It’s always a disappointment when you order fruit salad at a restaurant and you’re met with a few soggy grapes, frozen strawberries, and a couple of pieces of cantaloupe. If you’re tired of boring fruit salads and want to create some creative versions of your own, you’ve come to the right place! These three flavorful fruit salads are both healthy and festive!

Lavender-Scented Summer Fruit Salad [Health]
The only thing that says summer more than plump, juicy fruits is the smell of fresh lavender. This salad incorporates both of those deliciously fragrant aspects, combining juicy peaches, nectarines, plums, and berries with a variety of sweet and savory herbs and spices.

Avocado Fruit Salad [My Recipes]
Avocado is a very versatile food, and it easily adapts to whichever dish you put it in. In this unique fruit salad, avocado adds a creamy texture to a medley of orange and grapefruit slices, tropical fruits, and even a garnish of crunchy pistachio and cool, flavorful mint leaves.

Watermelon Basket [About.com]
If you have a summer gathering coming up and you want to provide a truly creative dish, this Watermelon Basket is the perfect choice. It involves carving a whole watermelon into the shape of basket (handle and all) and filling it with fresh, juicy fruits for your guests to serve to themselves.

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Pumpkin Pie French Toast

August 25, 2014 by

Yield – 4 servings
Preparation Time – 5 minutes
Cooking Time – 15 minutes

Ingredients
14 slices whole wheat sandwich bread
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1 tsp homemade pumpkin pie spice
Butter and syrup for serving
Fresh fruit or smoothie as side

Directions

Set out the bread for dipping.

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin and pie spice until smooth.

Dip each side of the bread and cook on a hot, greased griddle or skillet. Flip after 1 – 2 minutes.

Once all are cooked, serve with butter and maple and a side of fresh fruit.

If freezing, let cool completely to reduce freezer burn.

Enjoy this perfect fall “breakfast for dinner”!

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The Abbaye: Enjoy Yourself in Northern Liberties

August 19, 2014 by

The Abbaye is a great spot to chill out with a craft beer and a bite to eat in Northern Liberties. A hefty section of draft and bottled beers is on hand, along with an expansive wine list and cocktails.

Pair your drink with a yummy appetizer like Smoky Chimay Wings, Abbaye Mussels with bacon, leeks & garlic, or Belgian Tomato Soup. Garden fresh salads include the Abbaye with walnuts, bleu cheese & bacon.

Sandwich options feature an Angus or Veggie Burger topped with your choice of a huge variety of toppings, including caramelized onions, roasted peppers, jalapenos, sautéed spinach, barbeque sauce and mushrooms. Seitan Cheesesteak, Grilled Cheese and Crab Cake sandwiches are also available.The Abbaye also serves entrees like BBQ Seitan with vegan slaw & frites, Roasted Seitan Farfalle, and Steak Frites.

The Abbaye
637 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 627-6711
http://theabbaye.net/
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Kanella: Mediterranean Fare in Philadelphia

August 13, 2014 by

Authentic dishes from the cuisines of Cyprus and Greece are what’s cooking in Kanella’s kitchen in Philadelphia. Go there to feast on flavorful Mediterranean fare.

Stop by in the a.m. for the Cyprus Breakfast with two eggs fried in olive oil, with halloumi – cheese, lounza – smoked pork, and bread, the Shakshouka – two Eggs poached in a cumin scented tomato and pepper stew, with grilled bread, or Malohwa – pan fried savory puff pastry, boiled egg, spicy tomato salad & Greek yogurt. Some tasty sandwiches are on the menu, along with entrees like Whole Fish of the Day with fresh greens, Braised Rabbit Leg with fregula pasta, Organic Pig Cheeks with roasted fennel, Goat Chop with dolmades, and Stuffed Pepper with raisins, rice, lentils, & pine nuts.

Kanella
1001 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 922-1773
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Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: World-Class Concerts in Center City

August 6, 2014 by

Walk through the doors and experience the grandeur of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, located along the Avenue of the Arts in Center City. Home to the Philadelphia Orchestra, a number of performances are presented almost nightly here and might include the Pennsylvania Ballet, Peter Nero and the Philly Pops, French Circus, a jazz quartet, or family-friendly events.

The main stage in Verizon Hall features 2,500 elegant red mahogany seats with adjustable acoustical panels and is shaped like a cello. The Center also features the smaller 650-seat Perelman Theater with a rotating stage—ideal for chamber music, dance, and drama. The Center's acoustics are state-of-the-art, and the top floors of the building offer breathtaking views of the city. The PECO Cafe, tucked inside the Commonwealth Plaza (which surrounds the performances stages), offers coffee and light snacks.

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Broad and Spruce Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Have a Surplus of Mint on Your Hands? Try These 3 Recipes!

July 29, 2014 by

Even gardeners lacking any sort of green thumb can grow mint. This herb is loved (and loathed!) for its tendency to take over an entire garden, offering a veritable bounty of green leaves all summer long. Whether you're dealing with a surplus of mint from your own windowsill garden or you were gifted a mint bundle from an exasperated coworker, these three recipes will put the herb to good use.

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream [The Kitchn]
Mint leaves are crushed, then steeped in a cream and sugar mixture for an hour, imbuing the ice cream with a fragrant, herbal taste. Chunks of dark chocolate are added into the mix at the end.

Warm Rice Salad with Peas and Mint [Huffpost Taste]
Regular rice is elevated in this summery side salad. Cooked rice is flavored with garlic and shallots, then brightened with the contrasting flavors of lemon juice, mint, and fresh peas.

Basil Mint Parsley Raw "Pesto" Sauce Recipe [Gluten-Free Goddess]
Cheese and nuts are omitted in this recipe for raw pesto sauce, which relies solely on basil, mint, parsley, garlic, olive oil, and salt to create a refreshing sauce for pasta, salmon, grilled corn — whatever you desire!

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Easy Mango Pineapple Salad

July 24, 2014 by

What You’ll Need:

2 peeled and chopped Mangos
1/4 cup crushed Dole Pineapple (drain juice)
1/2 cup chopped Red Bell Pepper
3 tbsp chopped Red Onion
1 finely cut and seeded Jalapeno
1/2 tbsp chopped Cilantro
1 Garlic Clove, finely minced
1/4 tsp Salt
2 tbsp fresh squeezed Lime Juice

What You’ll Do:

Throw it all in a bowl, stir, and get ready to become an instant household celebrity!
Serve with tortilla chips, grilled halibut, chicken breasts or pork chops!

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Rodin Museum: Explore the World’s Most Famous Sculptures

July 22, 2014 by

Since 1929, the Rodin Museum has been a fixture in Philadelphia’s impressive art scene. Though it’s neither as large as the Philadelphia Museum of Art nor as hip as some of the more modern galleries, the Rodin holds its own.

The entire museum is dedicated to the breathtaking sculptures of Auguste Rodin, including the famous The Thinker. It includes a main gallery in the style of Beaux-Arts architecture, and a traditional French garden created by famous French landscape designer Jacques Gréber is attached to the building. Though it may seem unassuming, the Rodin houses one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of art by one of the history’s most famous sculptors.

The Rodin Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, though it is always closed on Tuesdays. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $6 for students and kids. Children under the age of 12 are admitted free.

Rodin Museum
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 763-8100
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Butcher and Singer: Fine Philadelphia Dining

July 15, 2014 by

Philadelphia's Butcher and Singer features a creatively inspired menu of old-school dishes served in a setting reminiscent of the glamour of a bygone age. The ambiance is romantic and elegant, with lots of polished wood, dim lighting and leather banquettes, perfect for settling in with a signature cocktail or glass of wine and a flavorful starter.

Appetizer options include a Shellfish Platter, Steak Tartare, Escargots, and Fried Oysters. The steak and chop menu features a New York Strip, an 8- and 12-Ounce Filet Mignon, Colorado Lamb Chops, Delmonico Steak and Dry Aged Porterhouse. Trout Amandine, Roasted Chicken, Twin Lobster Tails, Fried Shrimp and Surf & Turf with filet mignon & lobster are on the entrée menu. Sides come separately and include Creamed Spinach, Baked Potato, Stuffed Hash Browns and Asparagus.

Butcher and Singer
1500 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 732-4444
http://www.butcherandsinger.com/
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