July/August 2016 - South Jersey MOM Magazine

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A Great Mom Loves Herself First!

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Our schools are welcoming places where students feel at home and are able to enjoy a rich and rewarding social life. Our students feel cherished, well cared for and respected for a very good reason—it is part of our mission and our commitment. Students at our special education schools experience a school day as it should be—filled with discovery, achievement, learning and friendship. Here, they have people they know they can count on—outstanding teachers, therapists, counselors, psychologists and job coaches who constantly encourage and support them. With individualized attention, on-site therapies and vocational training, our schools deliver unparalleled services for students with special needs.

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Contents

mom 2 mom 6 What Most Parents Don't Know About Stranger Danger

moms R women 2 8 True Love Starts With Yourself

know 2 grow 14 Water Safety Brush Up also in this issue 4 Mommy & Me 2 5 Some of My Faves features

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10 Buying Guide

Quaker Values, Memories for a Lifetime: Congrats Friends School Mullica Hill Class of '16!

16 Recipe Corner

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ice cream cone fans Summer is the time for frozen treats! Here’s the scoop for making an ice cream cone fan craft that’s super easy and super cute. Plus, this cool cone can keep your child cool during the hot days outside.

You’ll need the following supplies to make one fan: • 2 sheets of colored paper • 1 sheet of white card stock • Brown paint • Paint brush • Fork utensil • Scissors • 1 red pompom • Tape • Glue Start by painting the white sheet of card stock with the brown paint. While the paint is wet, use the fork to make diagonal lines across the paper, going in both directions to create a grid like an ice cream cone pattern. Let the paint dry.

Fold the two sheets of colored paper accordion-style, folding along the short edge of the paper. Then fold the accordion-folded sheets in half. Pull apart the folds to create a fan and tape the edges to hold in place. Next, tape both of the paper “fans” together to create a circle. At the top center of the paper fan circle, glue the red pompom to make a cherry. After the brown paint has dried, cut out a cone-shaped triangle.

To finish the craft, glue the fan circle “ice cream scoop” to the brown painted cone.

Louisa Kopp is a South Jersey mom and writer. Follow her blog at www.icecreamoffpaperplates.com for party and craft ideas, recipes, and humorous parenting stories

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Contributing Writers Lisa Baron Figueirdo, Diana Goodwin, Louisa Kopp Robert McQuade, Patricia Mooneyham, and Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio Special Thanks To Friends School Mullica Hill Submit Calendar Listing michelle@superiorgx.com www.southjerseymom.com

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a letter from the EDITOR

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ummer is finally here and it’s time to relax and enjoy the summer with your kids. But, how does one relax with house full of kids for the summer? This is the ultimate mom challenge to make the best of a lighter schedule, but less structure. I eventually found an equation that worked in my house… send the kids to camp! When my kids were small I felt like a camp counselor myself keeping the kids busy enough, yet allowing spontaneity to create down time and relaxation. This summer treat yourself by taking time to fill your own bucket. South Jersey MOM writer, Patricia Mooneyham has compiled a list of reminders of things you can do for yourself this summer, True Love Starts With Yourself (page 8). I know the kids take up most of your time, but how many

times have we heard the expression to truly love someone else we need to love ourselves first. An hour yoga class, walk in the park or buying a new lipstick can feel like a new start. The article that stands out the most for me this month is Stranger Danger (page 6). Summer is a time that kids have more freedom to be out riding a bike or playing in the neighborhood and children need to understand different safety measures for different circumstances. When my son was about 3 or 4 years old he liked to play in the backyard while I was preparing dinner. This gave him some needed space to play without me helicoptering as we usually spent all day, everyday together. We had talked about stranger danger and he learned about it at preschool. I thought he got it, but I was wrong in my assumption. I asked him one day, “If you’re playing in the yard and a person comes to the gate and says come with me to get an ice cream, what would you say?” His reply was, “Thank you!” What, are you kidding me?

No, that’s good manors, not stranger danger!✲ Be sure to visit South Jersey MOM upcoming events.

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some of my

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terribly densiliss sun glow by terry

If your saving your skin from the sun try this tinted bronzing serum that is enriched with wrinkle control, smoothing and firming properties, and ensures a flawless sheer tan. It will leave your complexion looking fresh, sun-kissed and bursting with youth and radiance without the sun damage.

Barneys.com; $116

ralph lauren fragrances tender romance

Tender Romance evokes the feeling of falling in love for the first time. Love the delicate caress of pure white magnolia and silky soft cashmere, the scent is designed to conjure the warmth of an affectionate embrace, and capture the story of an intimate, unforgettable moment. Macy’s.com; $24 (rollerball)

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on the Cover Justyna is fun loving, friendly and kind. A girly girl through and through! She plays soccer and is a cheerleader. When she grows up she hopes to be a meteorologist. She is 5 years old and has a big sister and a big brother.

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isabelle grace tiny heart tag charm

This charm is the perfect gift to a friend or yourself. The Tiny Heart Tag Charm is approximately 3/8 inch in diameter with puffy gold heart sitting on silver disc. You can have 3 characters stamped on the back. A sweet addition to your jewelry collection!

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What Most Parents Don’t Know About

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ave you ever taught your child “don’t talk to strangers?” If so, you’re not alone. While child safety is every parents primary concern, this is just one example of a misguided or outdated tactic many parents use to teach their children about safety. Are you teaching your child the right ways to stay safe?

Good Stranger vs. Bad Stranger According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (citing U.S. Department of Justice reports), more than 2,000 children are reported missing every day. While most of these cases don’t end in disaster, it is still important to equip our children with the right safety tools. Let us begin with that simple statement almost all parents teach their children, “don’t talk to strangers.” The challenge with telling them “don’t talk to strangers” is that when a problem arises when they are faced with a true emergency, they may not know how to handle it.

Explain that if they cannot find you and they refuse to communicate with anyone, they could be in serious trouble. However, if you teach them the right kind of strangers to talk to, they can analyze the situation better and find help when needed. Typically, the best types of strangers to talk to are police officers in uniform, or a mom or grandma with children. And, what exactly is a bad stranger? If an adult asks your child for help, your child should be able to tell that something is not right.

An adult should ask another adult for assistance, not a child. Teaching your child to distinguish between a good stranger and a bad stranger is critical for child safety.

Phone Number and Address Let’s fast-forward a bit. You taught your child the right kind of stranger to talk to and shortly after, they need to use what they learned. For example, they get caught in an emergency, find a uniformed police officer, and inform the officer that they are lost and need help. The police officer 6 | July/August 2016

By Robert McQuade will ask for a phone number or address. As a Martial Arts Instructor, I am amazed at how many children do not know their phone number or home address. The best thing to do, as a parent, is to prepare them by making them memorize both and testing them on it every 6 months or so.

Safe Word or Code Some ‘bad strangers’ are very smooth talkers. Let’s imagine they come up to your child with the following dialogue: “Hey Sara, I’m good friends with your mom. Your mom was in a car accident and she asked me to come pick you up so I can take you to her.” Sounds like a pretty legitimate story, right? The child will probably be even more convinced of the stranger’s honesty because they knew her by name. What your child doesn’t realize is the stranger could have either read it off their book bag or overheard one of her friends using their name.

What if your child had a way to verify if there actually was an emergency?

This is where a safe word comes in. The safe word should be something ONLY you and your child know. Your child just needs to know when to ask for the safe word and to scream if the stranger does not know it.

Teach assertive behaviors Teach your child to scream, “I don’t know you!

You’re not my mom/dad!” It’s been my experience that most parents teach their children to throw a temper tantrum in an emergency in order to draw attention. That’s not wrong, however, what child does not throw a temper tantrum occasionally? A temper tantrum may generate some attention, but that might not be enough. It certainly won’t generate as much attention as your child screaming the words “STOP! I don’t know you! You’re not my dad/ mom.” By saying these words, your child can effectively alert anyone nearby that something is truly wrong.

The sooner you teach your child these techniques the better. Just like anything else of critical importance, make sure you review these steps with your children from time to time- making sure they are updated with any new information.✲ Robert McQuade is a Martial Arts Instructor at Action Karate Cinnaminson.

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True Love Starts with

Yourself

By Patricia Mooneyham

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any may have heard the expression to truly love someone else we need to love ourselves first. While we think we are showing love all the time with doing and being everything to everyone we think is important to us, we are very often not loving or “filling the emotional tank” for ourselves. I recently did a book club gathering of the “Five Love Languages” and although the original concept was for married couples if you check out the book on Amazon you can see the additional titles that have come as an extension of the concept. We all have a love language and what fills our tanks is as different as we are. So this summer in an effort to challenge women to be open to receiving the love that they deserve I want to recommend a few things to help in the self-love department.

• Schedule a date night even if it is with yourself. It can be a night with your significant other or with your BFF but make it a priority. Just like a dentist appointment for your kids would be. Try to make this at the very minimum a monthly ritual.

• Ask for what will really make you happy, you don’t have to wait for a holiday. Whether it is affection, attention, help with the laundry, flowers once a week or to be told you are beautiful make it easy for those you love to love you back and give you what you need. Tell them. Don’t demand or nag, just communicate your needs.

• Find a Nordstrom and let one of the make-up artists do your make up. It is usually free if you are asking about the product line. I am not saying we all aren’t beautiful the way we are, but it is fun to have someone do your make up and I like Nordstrom because it reminds me of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman.

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“Ask for what will really make you happy, you don’t have to wait for a holiday”

• Light some candles, buy a bath fizzy and soak in the tub. Hire a babysitter if you have to but nothing feels like you are loving yourself than to indulge in a little “Calgon Take Me Away” therapy. Make it special and don’t forget to moisturize when you get out of the tub!

• Pick something new for your health and do it. Positive focus on an area in our lives creates more positive energy in that area. What better place to create that than our health.

So whether it is to drink more water, take a multi vitamin or a yoga class do something for yourself in this area. It is a great example for your kids and it is good for you which makes it a win-win.

These are not huge things to incorporate in your life. There are minimal costs involved but the return on the investment in yourself will yield a windfall in return. Once your tank is filled this summer, you will have even more love to give those you love the most!✲ Patricia Mooneyham coaches and educates women on personal confidence, wellness and empowerment. You can find other helpful information at her website www. patriciamooneyham.com.

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A Fellowship Trained Breast Surgeon Here in Your Community!

Inspira Medical Group’s breast surgeon is board certified in general surgery and fellowship trained in breast surgery. Dr. Elizabeth Revesz is committed to guiding her patients through maintaining their breast health and should you need treatment for breast disease or breast cancer, she is experienced in providing advanced care.

Elizabeth Revesz, M.D. Dr. Revesz is a highly skilled, fellowship trained breast surgeon who specializes in breast cancer at Inspira’s Frank and Edith Scarpa Regional Cancer Pavilion in Vineland and the Inspira Women’s Health Center in Mullica Hill. She is committed to providing high quality care and makes her patients her first priority. After earning her medical degree from Rush University Medical College, Dr. Revesz completed a five-year residency in general surgery at Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago.

She then completed a fellowship in breast surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Lynn Sage Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Dr. Revesz has authored numerous articles and conducted research on various breast cancer topics, which she has presented to surgeons and organizations nationwide.

Dr. Revesz believes in educating her patients about their disease and the treatments available.

Dr. Revesz works hand-in-hand with Inspira’s experienced cancer teams to coordinate each patient’s care from testing to medical and radiation oncology, and other support services. And, backed by the region’s leading health network, patients have access to advanced 3D Mammography in Mullica Hill and Vineland.

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buying guide

Step2 Big Splash Waterpark (a) When the temperature skyrockets outside, this water park toy will keep your kids cool and happy.

The park includes a water wheel and a water slide.

This kids’ water table is also equipped with a catapult diving board. When the kids are done playing, pull out the drain plug to empty the water. Walmart.com; $35

Battle Bounce (b) How could one possibly improve upon all the fast action, quick thinking, and good sportsmanship that make volleyball and four-square so much fun? Battle Bounce combines them into one great game! Players set up in the backyard or on the beach, serve the ball into the net, and keep it bouncing as long as possible without letting it touch the ground.

Heartsong.com; $43 Ralph Lauren Fragrances RALPH Love (c) The fragrance that heats up a sunsoaked date with a flirty mix of luscious red apple, sweet cotton candy and intoxicating pink rose.

Inspired by youthful wanderlust, RALPH LOVE transports the wearer to a boardwalk beach date with the “apple of her eye.” Macy’s. com; $42 Lorena Canals Washable Rugs (d) Add a little more light to a classic and elegant room with Topos Tricolor Grey - Blue Rug. The machine washable rug is the perfect addition to any nursery! These eco-friendly rugs are made using natural dyes and raw materials, so you can sleep soundly at night knowing your child is playing on a non-toxic all natural rug. Size 4’ x 5’ 3”. www.lorenacanals.us; $200 BooginHead Super Grip Bowl (e) Are you tired of your child picking up the bowl during mealtime? This bowl has a super-locking suction base that is perfect for toddlers.

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chairs and most table tops. Bowl comes with lid for easy travel!

Booginhead.com; $6

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OPI Retro Summer Nail Polish (f) This summer don’t miss OPI’s Retro Summer collection of nail polish colors that are perfect with all your summer faves. There’s a color for every mood from blue, pink, coral, yellow and red.

Target.com; $10 each

By Terry Waterproof Eyeliner (g) Moms don’t forgo make-up this summer when playing with the kids around water. Define your eyes with this waterproof eyeliner that traces your eyes with tattoo precision. This double-effect marker outlines a stylish look in the blink of an eye.

Barneys.com; $43

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Disney Frozen Elsa (h) This Elsa doll, from the new Disney film Frozen, captures the essence of her beloved character in her elegant fashion recognizable from the film. She sparkles in an ethereal gown, with a look both as delicate as a snowflake and as majestic as her own icy powers.

Perfect for your little princess!

Toysrus.com; $15 GeoSpace Pump Rocket Bungee Blast Mini (i) Get your kids moving with this small rocket that is great for the wee ones but also can be used by older kids who want a more maneuverable device for close-in skirmishes. When kids pull the cylinder back and release it, the cord zooms the piston back faster, creating a torrent of air that launches the rockets out at amazing speeds and distances. geospaceplay.com; $7 Hydro Twist Pipeline (j) Super Size Water Sprinkler pipeline that spouts and blasts water from two fountains and multiple wiggle tubes. The flexible pipeline powers Sky High Splashes and Super Size Outdoor fun! Connect to a standard garden hose. Assorted colors. Target.com; $12

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Quaker Values, Memories for a Lifetime: Congrats Friends School Mullica Hill Class of ’16!

By Lisa Figueiredo

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t Friends School witnessed was a Quaker edu“We learned later that cation of the ‘whole child’, Mullica Hill, a PreKwhat we witnessed was a which includes teaching 8 school rooted in Quaker education of the exemplary academics, Quaker values, personal accountability, you will not find your tra‘whole child’, which includes ditional line of 100 plus team work, and social teaching exemplary graduates, caps, gowns or responsibility. Although academics, personal even a valedictorian. What we never intended to accountability, team you will find are students send our children to priwork, and social vate school, the initial exdressed in formal wear: boys perience made the decision in their finest suits and the responsibility” to attend Friends easy,” Rowe girls in dresses. At Friends school said. “We never considered the tuieach of the 8th grade students in this tion as an expense, but rather an investment year’s class, are given the chance to honor in our children.” their life-changing experiences and celebrate

William D. Carrigan, Clerk of the Board their academic achievements and the parents, of Trustees at Friends School Mullica Hill, teachers and staff who made it possible. The shared a similar experience. He was asked ceremony is a culmination of the overall experience and is as unique as the school. by his local Quaker meeting (church) to be a

Friends School Mullica Hill’s mission to board member for the school. While attending provide a fertile learning environment, rich a graduation, he made the decision that he and with the nutrients that help cultivate intellechis wife had to find a way for his daughter to tual growth, creativity, scholarship and social attend Friends School. In his farewell speech to conscience of each student, within a commuthe eighth grade class he said, “Friends School nity of values rooted in the Quaker tradition is a good environment to instill confidence and that advocates mutual respect and nurtures the belief in oneself. It gives you the humility to spirit as well as the mind, is evident in every be successful.” speech. Friends School Mullica Hill is one of According to parent Emily Blanck, 81 Quaker schools across the nation.

“Friends schools have an amazing reputation

In order to understand the students’ jourfor preparing students with rigor: academineys, one must start in the early years. For cally, socially, and ethically. I really wanted many parents the decision to start their child’s support as a parent to make sure that I raised journey from preschool was simple. According my daughter to be confident in her academic to parent, Lori Rowe, who made the decision ability, understanding the social world of children and of the world, and practicing her life for her daughter Emily to attend school after in a place of moral responsibility. This rigor is attending an open house, “We witnessed a supported not by traditional discipline, but by style of teaching and student involvement we loving discipline by building bonds between appreciated. We learned later that what we 12 | July/August 2016

faculty and students, of trust and growth,” she said.

Graduate Daniel agreed, “The school allowed me to find my niche in the world, academically, spiritually and personally.”

Fellow graduate Arden spoke of how the school had allowed her to overcome her shyness as she stood poised and confident delivering her speech. These values are exhibited in the numerous service activities Friends School's students participate in and that the students fondly recalled. Every Middle School student at Friends School serves at a local nonprofit three times a year to learn and support the mission of organizations that care for others.

Eighth grade students, as part of their graduation requirement, also design and coordinate an individual service project of their choosing.

During graduation students recalled their amazing journey at Friends School and the many special experiences beyond the classroom they experienced – experiences unavailable at many other schools. They spoke of the hands on learning they obtained through their 8th grade trip to Chincoteague Bay Field Station, a fall trip where they visited a marine biology and coastal ecology student center in Virginia, their trip to Costa Rica and an overnight canoe trip through the Pinelands. Many had special memories at Camp Onas, the annual 6th grade fall trip that focuses on environmental education, team and individual challenges.

This experience allowed them to form lasting bonds with their teachers and classmates. One student, Joshua, called his school journey, “the best experience a child could ask for.”

Equipped with the academic and experiential knowledge they gained from Friends School Mullica Hill, graduates will further their achievements at some of the finest independent schools in the area. The 2016 alumni will go on to The Tatnall School, George School, Bishop Eustace, Gloucester County Institute of Technology, St. Augustine Prep, Friends Select, Wilmington Friends and elsewhere. While their career aspirations are diverse, they will always share one common bond: their incredible memories during their time at Friends School Mullica Hill.✲ UPCOMING FSMH OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 9 am Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 9 am Or schedule a private tour! For more info or to RSVP: 856-478-2908 x102 / jcorona@friendsmh.org. www.southjerseymom.com

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Water Safety Brush Up: The 5 essential water safety rules to follow this Summer

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ow that the warmer weather is finally here, it’s time to refresh your water safety skills before you and your loved ones head out to the pool. Follow along with these 5 essential water safety tips for a safe and splashtastic Summer!

1. Always Supervise Your Little Swimmers The absolute most important rule in water safety is to always keep supervision. No matter the swim proficiency of your children, it is essential to have an undistracted adult keep constant supervision of the pool area.

Very young children can drown in less than 2 inches of water, so keep an eye on them even when they are in inflatable pools, fountains, or even near buckets!

That being said, you should make sure your little ones won’t be able to reach the pool area without an adult present. Consider pool fences that are at least 4 feet high or taller, with a self-closing and self-latching gate that is beyond a child’s reach. Don’t forget to keep the gate area clear of any toys or objects that can be used to reach the gate latch!

2. Make Sure You and Your Kids Know How to Swim Children aged 1-4 with formal swimming lessons have up to 88% less of a chance of drowning. Children can learn how to swim from a very young age. However, do not assume children who knows how to swim are not at risk for drowning. They will still need to be supervised by an adult at all times to ensure water safety.

3. Be Swim Proficient, Know CPR, and First Aid Certified Although this may seem like an obvious step, many people, even experienced swimmers, underestimate the need for knowledge of CPR and First Aid. Be sure you are up to date on your First Aid knowledge and certifications so you can take charge in case an emergency situation arises.

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supervising adult is not only swim proficient, but also know basic CPR and First-aid training in case of a swimming emergency. During the time it takes for the ambulance to arrive, CPR training could save a life.

Due to popular demand, many swim schools offer water safety and first aid courses for parents, so be sure to check!

4. Establish Pool Rules Adults and children have different sets of rules to follow in the pool.

Adults, including babysitters, should make sure that they know the location of pool safety equipment, such as first aid kit, throw rings, and a phone for emergencies. On the other hand, children should understand that good pool etiquette is essential to their safety. Some examples of rules to follow near the pool include no running near the pool area, no pushing or dunking others in the pool, and never pretend or ‘play’ drown.

5. Don’t Forget About Sun Protection!

Sun safety is just as important as water safety when it comes to swimming. Many of us tend to forget to reapply sunscreen, but the American Academy of Dermatology recommends at least 1 ounce, or 1 shot glass’ worth, of sunscreen, applied all over the body every 2 hours. For swimmers, the best kind of sunscreens should be at least SPF 30 and waterproof. Parents should also consider bringing along hats, UV sunglasses, and protective clothing for longer sessions in the outdoors!

Swimming is a fun and healthy activity, but you’ll enjoy your water experience so much more when you practice these safety precautions.

Happy swimming!✲ Diana Goodwin is the CEO and Founder of AquaMobile and is passionate and knowledgeable about all things related to swimming. www.aquamobileswim.com

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Here Comes the Sun and a

Summertime Menu

By Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio

The air is filled with the sound of twittering, chirping birds; the ground’s producing beautiful, sun-kissed daffodils, and the temperature’s on the rise! These are just a few sure signs that summer has truly arrived, and, with it, comes the desire to put aside the heavier, comfort foods most people enjoy during the cold winter months and replace them with lighter, summertime meals. Here are three recipes that are filling yet not too heavy -- perfect for a summertime menu!

Almond Coated Chicken

• 10-12 boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins • 2 cups almond flour • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder • 1/2 tsp. onion powder • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano • Sea salt, to taste • Black pepper, to taste • 3 eggs, beaten • Extra virgin olive oil Preheat oven to 400°. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick olive oil cooking spray, set aside. In a bowl, add the almond flour, parmesan cheese and seasonings, set aside. Dredge the chicken tenderloins into the beaten eggs, then into the almond flour mixture until well coated on both sides. Place the tenderloins in one layer onto the prepared baking pan. Drizzle the chicken lightly with extra virgin olive oil and place pan into the oven. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove pan from oven, flip chicken over and bake for another 15-20 minutes or until clear juices flow when the chicken’s pierced. Serve.

• 1 small onion, diced or sliced small • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half • 1 English cucumber, peeled and diced • Sea salt, to taste • Black pepper, to taste • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese In a large saucepan, cook the quinoa in water for 15-20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, set aside. In a large bowl, gently toss the quinoa together with the olives, parsley, onion, tomatoes and cucumbers. Pour the olive oil mixture over the quinoa. Add salt and pepper to taste and gently toss in the feta cheese.

As always, Bon Appetit!

Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan & Breadcrumbs • 1 head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets • 3–4 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil • 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese • Garlic powder, to taste • Sea salt, to taste • Black pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 400º. In a bowl, toss florets with olive oil, bread crumbs and cheese. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet greased with non-stick cooking spray. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Roast 25-35 minutes or until nicely browned.

Greek Quinoa Salad

• 3 cups cold water • 1 1/2 cups quinoa, uncooked • 1/4 cup apple cider or balsamic vinegar • Juice from one lemon • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated • 3-4 tbs. extra virgin olive oil • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio is the author of “Seasoned With Love,Treasured Recipes” & “Lisa Ann’s Seasoned With Love II”, and the children’s book, “Snicker Learns An Important Lesson.” Visit her blog http://lisaanndinunzio. blogspot.com/ or Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001935347501

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