Author: Carole Cooper

Carole Cooper formerly of Seacoast Natural Foods of San Diego, California has with her husband Geoffrey served in the Natural Foods Industry for over 30 years and currently the couple own and operate Seacoast Cottage in the Upper Peninsula Of Michigan on the shores of Lake Superior!

Creamy Heirloom Tomato Soup

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                                Creamy Heirloom Tomato Soup. This Creamy Heirloom Tomato Soup is an absolute winning recipe for the colder days that have already arrived here up north! I had an abundance of ripe heirloom tomatoes to use up; and it was […]

Kimchi Beef over Pappardelle

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                                  Kimchi Beef over Pappardelle. My Kimchi Beef over Pappardelle is a simple fusion pasta dish made from free range grass fed beef, organic vegetables and umami kimchi, all piled over a bowl of egg fettuccine. Enjoy this simple, […]

Mexican Shepherd’s Pie

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                                    Mexican Shepherd’s Pie. So I made some chili a couple of days ago and now I have a little of it left over. I love to create new dishes with my left overs; it’s a form of […]

Ratatouille Lasagna

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                                           Ratatouille Lasagna. So this is the season where there is an abundance of late summer vegetables, especially tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, basil and parsley! These are all the ingredients needed to make ratatouille. I […]

Summer Chickpea Salad

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                                      Summer Chickpea Salad. My Summer Chickpea Salad is a very simple alternative to traditional potato salad for your next summer picnic or potluck! The protein rich chickpeas are bathed in a tangy, creamy yogurt dressing and […]

Potato and Sausage Salad

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                                     Potato and Sausage Salad. Potatoes and sausage just go together, especially when dressed with tangy mustard! My Potato and Sausage Salad is the perfect stand alone meal for the upcoming summer holidays. I used small uncured Argentinian […]

One Pot Cod Fish and Gnocchi

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                                  One Pot Cod Fish and Gnocchi. So simple, so delicious and so nutritious, My One Pot Cod Fish and Gnocchi recipe takes just minutes to prepare! This is a perfect one pot supper filled with protein, organic veggies […]

Spinach Risotto with Tomatoes and Mushrooms

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               Spinach Risotto with Tomatoes and Mushrooms. Here’s another yummy risotto recipe using loads of organic spinach, a few Bella mushrooms and tomatoes. My Spinach Risotto with Tomatoes and Mushrooms is a perfect vegetarian main or side dish for your Holiday Feast! 1/4 extra virgin olive oil 4 organic […]

Simple Porcini Mushroom Gravy with Miso

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                   Simple Porcini Mushroom Gravy with Miso. You can make this simple gravy vegan or not. My Simple Porcini Mushroom Gravy with Miso is my choice to complement mashed potatoes this Easter along with a yummy organic turkey breast and heritage naturally cured ham! So, I am […]

Lemon Asparagus Pasta with White Fish

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                     Lemon Asparagus Pasta with White Fish. So simple to prepare, my Lemon Asparagus Pasta with White Fish is a perfect entrée for this Lenten, Spring season. I used a protein enriched angel hair pasta to keep the dish light but any pasta of choice can […]