Brussels Sprouts are most my favorite vegetable on the planet. I could seriously eat them every single day and never tire of them. I realize that’s probably not the case for everyone, but I wholeheartedly believe this recipe can make fans of so many people […]
As I’ve mentioned before, Skinnytaste.com is a huge resource for healthy, balanced meals. This recipe is another example of a home run delivering a flavorful, heart-healthy meal. My husband, Keith, isn’t exactly a salmon fan, but he loves this salmon recipe. So, I consider that […]
Stuffed Peppers are a favorite of mine. Currently, we’re focusing on cutting carbs wherever possible. In most recipes you’ll find rice as a filler along with beef for the peppers. In an effort to cut the carbs, I substituted cauliflower bits for the rice and […]
The New York Times Food section is one of my favorite sources for Sunday suppers. And, this recipe for Beef Bourguignon is a fantastic reason why. It’s divine. Truly. I’ve made a dozen different takes on this dish and this is by far the most […]
I love comfort food – especially on a crisp, fall evening. We don’t have a lot of those days in Houston, Texas. But, when we do, I take advantage of it by cooking a warm, comforting stew. And, sometimes when it’s hot outside and I’m […]
Ina Garten’s recipes are my favorite – that’s no secret. She’s a go to for me when it comes to special recipes for special occasions. And, she never disappoints. Surprising to some, she does have a good number of recipes which are healthy enough for […]
As I have said before, I am a big fan of healthy, comfort food meals. And, they are not necessarily easy to come by. Let’s face it, comfort meals typically mean lots of carbs and lots of unhealthy fat. So, when I find a recipe […]
I am consistently blown away by Gina Homolka who is better known as the blogger who created Skinnytaste.com. She is incredibly talented and has mastered created healthy, balanced dishes without sacrificing flavor. I have shared her recipes with family and friends over the years and […]
Chicken salad is go to in our house for a weekend lunch or a light supper. My chicken salad game was changed forever when Ina Garten taught me to roast my chicken breasts on the bone with the skin on seasoned with olive oil, salt […]
I’m always looking for ways to decrease our carbs when planning the week’s menu. We love tacos, but the carb count on a flour or corn tortilla adds up quickly. But, we’ve discovered that with good flavored meat and toppings, a lettuce taco is just […]
I’m a law firm executive by day and a wannabe chef by night. In full disclosure, I learned to cook by watching the Food Network. After college I discovered Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken’s cooking show on the network, Two Hot Tamales. That’s the first time I remember thinking I wanted to go in the kitchen and attempt to make a “real” recipe. Previously, my efforts consisted mostly of convenience types foods. And, I didn’t learn much...[READ MORE}
