Catherine Katz, Author at Cuisinicity

We just got back from a wonderful vacation in Hawaii with the whole family, all 7 of us! Now that our kids are getting older and have mostly all flown the coop, it's such a treat to be all together reunited again--So much joy and laughter! We did a lot of swimming, snorkeling, surfing (well everyone, but me for the surfing...I am such a spaz!) ...hiking ... Read More »

Berry Orange Smoothie

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blueberries, fruit, orange

When blueberries are in season, this is one wonderful refreshing smoothie filled with nutrients and vitamins! Berry Orange Smoothie 1 cup fresh blueberries (rinsed)1/3 cup lowfat kefir (plain)1/2 cup fresh orange juice (not from concentrate)1 cup ice Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth ... Read More »

Silky Chocolate Pudding

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chocolate, dates, gluten-free, lentils, soy milk, tofu, vegan

Let me begin by saying this: AMAZING! Why? ...Because although this chocolate pudding tastes luscious and creamy enough to be an elegant dessert, I actually created it as a quick-no-cook-just mix-in-your-blender after-school power snack for the kids! I use organic silken soft tofu as my base, and even add pureed black lentils and plain unsweetened soy milk to the mixture so ... Read More »

Potato Tortilla

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eggs, potatoes, vegetarian

This is one of those classic Spanish "tapas" that I think makes a great back-to-school lunch box addition! It's wonderful served cold or at room temperature and it stands on its own--no need for bread--just serve it as a wedge so your little one can bite right into it--he or she will LOVE it! I have kept it very simple here--just sautéed potato slices and eggs, seasoned with ... Read More »

Grilled Orange Herb Chicken

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Fresh orange juice, olive oil and herbes de Provence (a combination of thyme, rosemary, marjoram, lavender, oregano) seep through these organic chicken breasts grilled to perfection! So simple, so tender and so juicy, it's a cinch to make and it's delicious every time. You can grill it on your BBQ outside in the summer but it's just as easy to grill inside in the cold ... Read More »

Cuisinicity Video: Potato Tortilla

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A most suspenseful video footage: will I be able to turn the tortilla over successfully or will it splatter shamefully onto my counter?.... You'll just have to watch for yourself! Click here for the recipe! ... Read More »

Cuisinicity Video: Whole Wheat Boule

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This is a dense whole wheat bread that you'll love to sink your teeth into--YUM! It's so easy to make too...even Barli and Bramble were in on it (I wonder where Zouzou was!)-Watch! Click here for the recipe! ... Read More »

Cuisinicity Video: Tuscan Shrimp with Beans over Polenta

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A simple down-to-earth dish with a rich Tuscan flavor that is easy to make and.... very forgiving, as you'll see for yourself right in my kitchen (HAHAHA!!). The white wine, fresh tomatoes, baby spinach and cannellini beans are just delightful with shrimp served over polenta: Que c'est bon! Visit my Tuscan Shrimp with Beans over Polenta recipe page to get the exact ... Read More »

Crème au Chocolat (Vegan)

Back from Beautiful Hawaii!