Something Fresh for the New Year (I'm Back!)

Sorry it's been awhile! We've going through the grueling process of moving... and all it entails! This includes new schools for 4 of us, and my working with my own schooling still, of course! I can't wait until I graduate in May... Don't forget the traveling and holidays and family visits from Ohio, to Indiana, back to Alabama. Also, I guess the stress and exhaustion finally got to us, as 4 of the 5 of us have come down with the flu - first time in many, many years that we've had more than a little cold or stomach bug, so it's been rough.

But I'm back, and in time to share a great fresh treat with you for all your New Year's resolutions:


Okay, everyone. It's gluten free and super low calorie. This stuff is fresh and amazing!



Nutty Strawberry Salad

Strawberry Salad Dressing (to taste, but don't be shy, this stuff is low-calorie!)
1 recipe Strawberry glazed pecans
6 cups mixed greens
1 can mandarin oranges
1 cup strawberries, chopped, dried or fresh

Mix all and serve!


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Strawberry Glazed Pecans (These are really wonderful enough to keep on hand!)

½ cup strawberries
⅓ cup sugar
2 cups pecans

1. Blend strawberries and sugar until very smooth. Mix in with pecans to evenly coat.

2. Spread thin on a slightly oiled, foil-lined cookie sheet and bake at 350 for 15 minutes.

3. Allow to cool completely, break up if necessary and serve as a snack or on salads.

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Strawberry Salad Dressing

⅓ cup strawberries
⅓ cup manderine juice (can use water if you need to)
½ lemon , juiced
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar

Blend all ingredients until very smooth.