Eat Healthy – Live long, Live strong
Nothin’ new & creative this time, folks… just my version of a classic entree salad. If prepared with a high ratio of fresh produce and lean protein to flavorful but high fat extras, a cobb salad can be a healthy and filling meal. In other words, mound your plate high with plenty of crisp romaine…
I so much enjoyed my Pumpkin Spice Granola, that I had to make another batch of homemade whole-grain goodness. I switched up the ingredients a bit, opting this time for the simple – but delectable – pairing of maple and dates. Toasted walnuts or pecans would be a delicious addition, if you so choose. Although not…
Did you know that August is National Sandwich Month? Well, what better month to feature the the two sandwich recreations I made, both of which were inspired by the awesome Mendocino Farms sandwich shop John and I visited twice while in L.A. Name: Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich Cuisine: Fusion Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no…
Since making this most recent batch of granola, (other recipes I’ve posted are Pumpkin Spice Granola and Maple Date Granola), I’ve been repeatedly asking myself why I don’t make homemade granola more often. Preparing this breakfast staple at home allows you not only to control the quality of ingredients, but also to be creative with flavor combinations. When…
*Note: this is an updated post from 12/9/09. I have slightly changed the initial recipe that I posted, and updated the photos, as well. Enjoy! Pumpkin is inarguably one of the quintessential flavors of Autumn. Most people reserve pumpkin treats for the months of October and November. I, on the other hand, enjoy the squash…
Sure, chicken tenders are typically reserved for the kid’s menu at restaurants, but there’s no reason we adults can’t enjoy them as well. There’s also no reason why you can’t make a perfectly healthy baked version at home. Chicken breasts are simply sliced into long strips, soaked in buttermilk, and then run through a three-step…
John and I liked the Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders so much that it was an easy decision to make them again for these sandwiches… Name Crispy Chicken Sandwiches Cuisine American Prep Time 20 minutes Cooking Time 15 minutes Total Time 35 minutes Servings 4 servings Yield 4 sandwiches … just a few days later. Now, I rarely…
I promise the alliteration in the title was wholly unintended! I was inspired by the recipe for Pepper Jack, Chicken, and Peach Quesadillas in this month’s issue of Cooking Light, but was in the mood for a vegetarian sandwich version. Make that a pressed sandwich version. Every time I make a panini (or, I guess the singular is…
Yep, that’s right, grilled cheese with avocado.. Name: Avocado & Strawberry Grilled Cheese Cuisine: Fusion (Combining Various Flavors) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 2 sandwiches Yield: 2 servings Estimated Nutrition Per Serving: Calories: Approximately 350-400 calories, depending on ingredients and portion size. and strawberries! I fell so…
The trend of giving homemade goodies as gifts seems to have become less popular over the years, though I have only myself to blame for not sending culinary treats to loved ones more frequently. Who doesn’t love ripping into a package to unveil a tin of chewy chocolate chip cookies or a loaf of tender…