More ice cream. I just can’t stop. Seriously. I’m going to have to take a break soon, at the very least to use up the hoards of egg whites sitting in the freezer. At this point I’ve moved on to snack size ziplocks to store them in because I’ve filled up all the small containers we have. So anyone who’s got any delicious egg white recipes, please send them my way!...
The potatoes are fun too… thwak them with a rolling pin and drown them in olive oil and thyme. Mmmmm. Makes 4 servings. Recipe from Amy Finley. 4 shallots, sliced in thin rings 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup red wine 1 cup beef broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (1 1/2 pound) piece flank steak 1 tablespoon cold butter, in small chunks Directions Make potatoes: Using the rolling pin or a heavy pan, gently smack the potatoes, 1 potato at a time, until the skin begins to split, exposing the interior of the raw potato....
They are perfect to pair with Grinch Punch and Grinch Popcorn and Christmas Shortbread for family movie night. These instantly recognizable green cookies accessorized with red heart sprinkles earn a spot right alongside classic Christmas cookies like snowball cookies, melted snowman cookies, and slow cooker Christmas candy. Easy Grinch Green Cookies. Luckily, you only need some common pantry ingredients and a little bit of hands-on time to make these Grinch Christmas Cookies....
Suitable for gluten free diets. Low Carb option and Weight Watchers Points included. I made this on the same snowy day as the White Chicken Chili and my helpful kitchen mini chefs declared each recipe ‘very very good.’ ‘Very very good’ is the mini chef’s version of a Michelin 3-star rating, so you know this is a gooood chili recipe. While I love a good beef chili recipe, I admit my favorites are those made with chicken (or turkey, which you can sub in this recipe)....
1 graham cracker pie crust, pre-made 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese , softened ¾ cup sugar substitute, or 2 Tbs. stevia ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese, (pureed in a blender until smooth) 1 whole egg 2 egg whites 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 small lemon juice, or 2 Tbs. lemon juice ¼ cup blueberries ⅓ cup low-sugar strawberry preserves Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking dish with foil and spray foil with non-stick cooking spray....
21 oz cherry pie filling 18 oz yellow cake mix 1 cup walnuts, chopped 1 cup cold butter, sliced Preheat Oven to 350º. In glass dish sprayed with cooking oil, pour in cherry filling, sprinkle cake mix over them, then add walnuts in even layer. Place butter slices over the top of the nuts. Bake in oven for 30 to 45 minutes. Sugar: 19g : Calcium: 110mg Calories: 413kcal Carbohydrates: 50g...
Hey, hey! Today we’ve got a guest on the blog and we’re so excited for you to ‘meet’ her. Lisa Markley, MS, RDN is a fellow real food dietitian nutritionist and the author of The Essential Thyroid Cookbook. We were introduced to Lisa through a mutual dietitian friend who raved about her work in the field of thyroid health. We often get emails from readers who’ve either recently been diagnosed with autoimmune thyroid issues or have long battled them without marked improvement in their health despite multiple interventions so we thought it was the perfect time to have Lisa stop by and share a little about what the thyroid gland is and how you can improve your thyroid health using wholesome, nourishing foods....
Suitable for Vegan and Gluten Free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points. Yeap, this Caribbean rum fruit punch is one we want to be drinking all year long. It is refreshing, fun to whip up, and ideal for Caribbean celebrations, beach parties, potlucks summer, holidays, movie nights, and Christmas. Serve it up and wow your guests during any get together you are hosting at any time of the year. Especially handy is the fact that the Jamaican alcoholic punch recipe is super easy as you need only 5 ingredients (garnishes are entirely optional) and a regular pitcher to whip it up....
The perfect pre-workout fuel, grab-and-go breakfast, lunchbox addition or afternoon treat. I love finding new real food options that I can enjoy as pre-workout fuel. I’m not one to go to a morning CrossFit class or out for a morning run on an empty stomach. I need a little something in my belly but know that if I eat too much, I’ll end up with a side stitch or if it’s a tough WOD that consists of jumping and/or being upside down it could result in losing my breakfast....
Ingredients 5 cups water 1 tbsp salt 1 cup polenta 1 cup mascarpone 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 tbsp honey 6 fresh Italian pork , or turkey sausages, sweet or spicy 2 cups tomatoes , with their juices , canned, peeled and diced 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup onion, diced 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp sugar ¼ tsp dried chili flakes 1 tsp dried oregano 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, finely julienned , for garnish...
On to dessert, and oh what a wonderful dessert it was! About a month ago, we attended a cooking class at the Viking Store nearby. A Christmas present from Taylor’s mom. This was the dessert that we were served during that class, and I instantly knew it’d be one I’d have to make at home. Valentine’s day gave us the perfect excuse to do just that. The cookies are delicate and sweet with almond flavor....
Suitable for Vegan and Gluten Free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points. Like healthy and nourishing breakfasts that are filling but light — filling enough to keep the hunger pangs at bay and light enough to spend all morning outside with the mini chefs. Healthy breakfasts and breakfast porridge recipes like this Gluten Free Quinoa Porridge with Berries. This protein packed sweet quinoa recipe is a great recipe for breakfasts, long family brunches, doubles up for tomorrow’s lunch and quick lazy dinners....
No more boring potatoes: these little gems are roasted until golden brown and bathed in a tangy, arugula based green sauce that’s very similar to traditional Argentinian chimichurri sauce (just with arugula instead of the typical cilantro or parsley). It seems like every culture around the world has their own green sauce. From Italy’s pesto to North Africa’s chermoula to Argentina’s chimichurri, they all feature a base of primarily green herbs, mixed/chopped/blended into a loose sauce of sorts, usually with ample fresh garlic and a bit of acid, salt and sometimes heat....
1 lb sausage 2 bags tater tots 1 can cream of celery soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream 2 cups cheese, any kind, shredded Brown sausage in skillet until done. In a separate bowl, stir together first 4 ingredients until combined. Pour ½ mixture into 13 x 9-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese, pour remaining mixture and cover with cheese. Bake at 375 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown....
Spinach and Feta Chicken Recipe Spinach and feta has always been one of my favorite flavor combos! When I was on a girls trip ummm…. over 10 years ago now… I picked up a package of spinach and feta dip at my favorite market and apparently that was a pivotal moment for me because 1. It has been over 10 years and I still remember this dip. And 2. I have not only tried to recreate this Cold Spinach Feta dip here, but also found ways to incorporate the flavors into all sorts of things over the years and today’s is definitely a keeper!...
9 lasagna noodles, cooked 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained 15 oz part-skim ricotta cheese 12 oz extra firm tofu, drained 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped 1 tsp oregano 2 garlic cloves, chopped salt and pepper 1 tsp olive oil 26 oz spaghetti sauce 12 oz Morningstar Farms Veggie Crumbles 8 oz Italian cheese, of your choice Combine ricotta cheese, tofu, spinach, basil, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl....
Who doesn’t love a decadent turtle brownie? Easy to make and great for parties. Try our Peanut Butter Balls! Ultimate Turtle Brownies Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. For the first layer, grease a 9 x 13 baking pan with cooking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper with over-hang handles on the longer sides. This will help you remove the brownies for slicing. In a medium-size microwave-safe bowl place the butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and instant espresso....
Ingredients 1 can water chestnuts, sliced soy sauce, for covering 1 package bacon Parmesan Cheese, shredded kind, for garnish Preparation Line cookie sheets with foil for easy cleanup. Drain water chestnuts and place in bowl. Add enough soy sauce to cover chestnuts. Let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature to marinate. Cut bacon slices into 3 slices each. Drain chestnuts. Place a chestnut on bacon slice and fold. Put folded sides down on cookie sheet....
Luckily, there are plenty of thick and thin veal cutlet recipes that are incredibly tasty, nutritious, and not overly complicated. You’ll be comfortable using veal in the kitchen in no time! 1. Veal Scallopini Piccata This veal scallopini piccata is definitely one of the best Italian veal cutlet recipes out there. It is full of different flavors provided by the mix of ingredients, from the gentle flavor of the veal to the white wine and lemon juice tang and even the more salty, brine-like taste of the capers; yet they all tie together to create a brilliant dish....
This classic pantry staple has many iterations, from fried rice to casseroles, soups to stuffed peppers. The Dad Joke is true: Rice is nice! We hope you find some inspiration to make some scrumptious recipes with rice. 1. One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice There is nothing as homey and comforting as a cheesy chicken and broccoli rice meal. It is perfect for those busy weeknights because this can be made in one pan!...
