Eat Healthy – Live long, Live strong
That’s right. Chili cheese fries. On a healthy food blog. This American bar favorite is easier to healthify than you might think. Start with thickly cut crispy potato wedges roasted with a bit of cooking spray rather than fried in a vat of oil then layer on a homemade chili thats heavy on veggies &…
Now, before you work yourself into a tizzy over the fact that I’m posting such a sinfully decadent-sounding recipe after the holiday indulgences have passed — during a time when many people have adopted a healthier outlook for the new year — let me assuage your concern. This recipe is not as unhealthy as it sounds! I…
I could eat this sandwich for breakfast lunch and dinner. All in the same day. Name Carrot Cake Sandwich Cuisine Fusion Prep Time 30 minutes Cooking Time 30 minutes Total Time 60 minutes Servings 10 Yield 1 Carrot Cake Sandwich Boasting all of the flavors and textures of carrot cake, this sandwich is obviously much…
As the snow turned to sleet this morning, I was more than content to burrow farther under the flannel sheets and down-filled comforter… beyond happy that the school at which I work announced today’s cancellation yesterday afternoon. After a few luxurious minutes of snoozing, I got up around 7-which is considered sleeping in for me-and…
Diving into the sphere of homemade yeasted bread-making took me a while to pursue; I’ve taken a few tentative steps over the years, but now I’m determined to take the plunge. Those who know me are aware of my love affair with bread, but I’ve noticed that even some of my favorite “healthy” brands have…
Prior to discovering the wonders of homemade granola, I kept our pantry stocked with Nature’s Path Granola. My favorite varieties were the Pumpkin Flax Plus Granola and the Peanut Butter Granola. The latter granola is crunchy, sweet, and packed with peanuts. I ate it for breakfast, adding in a few extra spoonfuls to help “finish off”…
Mama Pea strikes again! I ever so slightly altered her recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls Light, (by subbing in peanuts for the almonds), and am quite smitten with the end result. If ever there was a doubt in your mind that a dessert comprised merely of nuts, dates, vanilla extract, salt, and a few non-refined chocolate chips could…
It probably comes as no big surprise that I continue to enjoy cold & creamy desserts well past the hot summer months. With the commencement of cooler temperatures, I find myself craving richer ice creams and frozen yogurts: coffee, caramel, and other such cozy flavors are more appealing to me this time of year than…
We are now entering the season for entertaining, parties, and get-togethers, most of which include abundant displays of hors d’oeuvres. Whether you are hosting a social event or attending one, it’s convenient to have a few go-to recipes for easy and make-ahead healthy appetizers. Such as this Caramelized Onion & Yogurt Dip. Adapted from the culinary…
Fall is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a batch of warm, aromatic Baked Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts? These bite-sized treats capture the essence of autumn with every delicious bite. Whether you’re planning a cozy gathering or simply want to indulge in a sweet fall-inspired treat, these doughnuts…