I know I say it every summer, but summer meals truly ARE the BEST. Every spring, I am super psyched to start grilling. (Er, ahem, for the huz to start grilling). Once we do, we usually grill once or twice per week for the next several months. Every week I look forward to “grillin’ day.” … Continue reading »
Any other shawarma fans out there!? I am a huge fan of this Middle Eastern-style of meat preparation, involving lots of bold seasonings. Traditionally, preparing shawarma involves grilling giant blocks of meat and shaving slices off for individual slices. For most of us, grilling giant slabs of meat on a spit for several hours probably … Continue reading »
I love a dinner made of whole foods! I tried roasting chickpeas for the first time last week, using Not A Leaf’s recipe and method, involving seasoning with brown sugar and lots of garam masala. They turned out great! Smoky, spicy, and sweet, as promised. Also for dinner, I made Martha Stewart’s Honey-Chipotle Turkey Meatballs, … Continue reading »
For the last several months, I have read in multiple sources that research has shown that a calorie isn’t a calorie. Not all calories are created equal. I read several healthy cooking magazines, such as Cooking Light and Eating Well, and this has been a hot topic as of late. While I’m no registered dietitian, … Continue reading »
I’ve a lovely pair of dinner recipes for you today, courtesy of my favorite healthy recipe source: Cooking Light! A side and an entrée, which pair together perfectly. Let’s start with the side. Alternatively this makes also makes a great meatless lunch (I can tell you from experience, as that is exactly what I made … Continue reading »
It’s no secret I love a quick, homemade meal on a weeknight. Don’t we all? Here’s another to add to my stash. And possibly to your stash, as well. I recommend it. Hot Italian Turkey Sausage has to be one one of my favorite ingredients! It is healthy, lean, and super flavorful! Super quick and … Continue reading »
“Guess why!?” the huz instructed me the other night. “..What?” I asked, distractedly. “Guess why!?” he repeated, with emphasis. “..Okay…?” “CHICKEN THIGH!” the huz cackled. We are so mature. This conversation happened on a weeknight after work. The huz was in the kitchen, kindly chopping up one pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs for me, … Continue reading »
Might Chicken & Dumplings be the homiest dish ever? For me, just the thought of chicken ‘n’ dumplings exudes warmth and fuzzy happy feelings. And I’ve certainly tried my fair share of different versions. Case in point… Chicken & Dumplings – A healthy version, which also happens to be my most common Chicken & Dumplings … Continue reading »
