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Low-FODMAP Mojito Cucumber Melon Salad
Salads, Side Dishes

Mojito Cucumber Melon Salad

 

 Mint and lime enhance the freshness of this Mojito Cucumber Melon Salad. A side dish that is sure to cool you down in the summer heat. For the most part, I like living in Iowa. I love the changing seasons, the culture (especially here in “The Corridor”) and the friendly […]

senior black pug
Musings

Farewell, Stanley

 

    I had to take a break from blogging for a couple of weeks to recover from the loss of our beloved pug, Stanley. I hope you will indulge me as I write a tribute to this little dog, our little baby. He was just short of 16 years […]

Low-FODMAP Turmeric Sunshine Smoothie
Beverages, Breakfast, Snacks

Low-FODMAP Turmeric Sunshine Smoothie

 

  Turmeric is a “superfood” that’s been getting a lot of attention lately. It’s for a good reason: turmeric contains curcumin, a possible anti-inflammatory. It’s the spice that makes curry yellow. Like other brightly colored foods, turmeric is also a potent antioxidant. Because of my bone disease (see this post […]

Low FODMAP Smoked Salmon & Cheddar Spread
Appetizers, Snacks

Smoked Salmon & Cheddar Spread

 

 Smoked salmon is blended with cheddar cheese, mayo, lemon juice, and herbs in this low FODMAP Smoked Salmon & Cheddar Spread. I had the opportunity to sample some smoked salmon at the grocery store a while back. I thought it was delicious and bought some. But what to do with […]