ingredient spotlight...lemon

Meyer Lemon Meringue Chardonnay Cupcakes...chardonnay cake, filled with meyer lemon curd (made ith fresh squeezed meyer lemons), topped with toasted meringue frosting.

Why eat lemons?  Because they are extremelly high in vitamin C, which helps protect & cleanses our bodies from toxins.  Do you need anymore reason than that?  They also are rich in potassium, which makes sure that fluids reach our cells and keep us hydrated.  So have a lemon cupcake :) or if you don't feel like something sweet try this...

When I was growing up my mom made the most amazing salads.  I don't think we ever had a dinner at home that didn't include an intricate salad.  The best home-made salad dressing she concocted was simply 1/3 fresh lemon juice, combined with 2/3 olive oil and a few pinches of salt and pepper.  Add a few sprigs of rosemary to the mixture and let sit overnight...delicious!