From the Queen of fast yet nutritious recipes

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Ginger and Coriander Carrot Soup Recipe:

Peel and roughly chop one large onion, saute in a pan with chopped ginger (there's no such thing as too much ginger in my book but a one inch piece, peeled and chopped, should suffice) and 1 tsp of curry powder. When somewhat cooked, throw in 1 1/2 pounds of peeled and halved carrots, add one of those free range pkgs of chicken stock (or swansons, two small cans), salt to taste (1/2 tsp) and maybe a little water so the vegetables are just covered, simmer until the carrots are fully cooked. Throw in a handful of coriander/cilantro (washed and the thickest part of the stems removed) and puree with a hand blender till smooth. Add a couple of tablespoons of creme fraiche and puree for an additional 30 seconds and voila, carrot soup. Serve with fresh bread and cheese and baby tomatoes and wine you have one of my favorite meals ever!

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Salad:

So HARD! Buy a pkg of mache lettuce and another of baby lettuces, rinse and dry (yes, I know it says triple washed but just in case..), add Trader Joes poppy seed dressing (in moderation) and toss.

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Mascarpone cheese sauce (which I served with the berries):

I pkg Mascarpone cheese (6 oz)

3 tbsps creme fraiche

1/4 cup confectioners sugar

Mix and beat with a fork, serve with berries. I think it's yummy, my good friend Susan gave me this quick recipe.