This is a recipe for Jalapeno Cornbread! Do you follow a recipe exactly or do you add your own spin on it? Well I don't usually follow a recipe exactly! I alway make the recipe my own by changing the spices a little or redoing the sauce or making up the recipe myself. Yesterday I made a … [Read more...]
Pina Colada Waffle Cookie
You might wonder what is a Pina Colada Waffle Cookie. Last month was the Eggo Waffle Contest. I planned to enter and came up with a delicious recipe but it was just before I was set to go out of town on vacation and then a lot of last minute things happened and I never got to submit the recipe … [Read more...]
Pineapple Smoothie
This Pineapple Smoothie is a refreshing low-cal drink. It is a combination of pineapple, Lipton Tea & Honey and sparkling water. One cup of pineapple will give you 125% of your vitamin C requirements for the day. This recipe has 2 cups of pineapple and makes 2 drinks. There is 82 … [Read more...]
Linda's Homemade Salsa
LINDA'S HOMEMADE SALSA Homemade Salsa is so easy to make and the flavors really taste fresh, you can control the amount of salt and spice to make it perfect for your tastes. In American countries, salsa usually refers to the dip or sauce that is put on Mexican food. Salsa has … [Read more...]
Poblano Pepper Stuffed with Eggs, Shrimp and Bacon
SERVE POBLANO PEPPER STUFFED WITH EGGS, SHRIMP AND BACON WITH FRESH AVOCADO SLICES AND HOMEMADE SALSA Poblano peppers are not something I have used a lot of in the past but I love the flavor of peppers and wanted to experiment with them especially with Cinco de Mayo coming … [Read more...]
Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Whipped Goat Cheese
SERVE THE WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH THE WHIPPED GOAT CHEESE. THE SAUCE WAS EASY TO MAKE AND CAN BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME. My husband emailed me this recipe one day and suggested I make it! I liked it because it is low carb and looked so good. Cauliflower is … [Read more...]
Decadent Strawberry Yogurt Cake for Breakfast
DECADENT STRAWBERRY YOGURT CAKE FOR BREAKFAST I like to make something rich and delicious and not something I would make any other time for Sunday morning breakfast and this Strawberry Yogurt Cake was just what the baker called for. Besides I get up early and I have a … [Read more...]
Avocado Chicken Salad Lighter Version
This is a lighter, gluten free version of an Avocado Chicken Salad. Paula Dean posted a great looking one on her website at https://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/avocado_chicken_salad today. It looked delicious and decided I have to make it but less … [Read more...]
Curry Chicken Salad with Grapes and Walnuts
It's seems like a day for making chicken salads and I got in this mood and made 2 of them. This Curry Chicken Salad and an Avocado Chicken Salad - lighter version. Both were made with light mayo and Greek yogurt mixed with chopped onion. For this one I added honey … [Read more...]
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Dried Cranberries and Slivered Almonds
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND ALMONDS A chef friend of mine once told me that I'm missing out on a great thing if I never eat brussels sprouts. He also said that there are so many ways to make them delicious! Since I consider myself an adventurous chef myself I … [Read more...]
Morning Glory Muffins
MORNING GLORY MUFFINS Anyone have trouble getting their children to eat something healthy? It's a real challenge to find healthy things that my three year old grandson will eat. This morning was a success. My daughter made these and he ate one. Yippee! Even though these are … [Read more...]
My Japanese Mother-in-law's Fried Rice
My Japanese Mother-in-law taught me to make fried rice. I'm sure it was a mixed version of several types of fried rice from the many cultures in Hawaii. One important factor in making authentic Japanese fried rice is to get the sticky rice. This recipe was always a big hit when I was … [Read more...]
Rhubarb and Strawberry Cream Tart
It's springtime and time for making a Rhubarb and Strawberry Cream Tart. I remember rhubarb from my childhood and my grandmother's house. Do you like Rhubarb? I used to eat the rhubarb raw and it was sour!!! I think that is part of the challenge. Why do kids … [Read more...]
Bacon and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
BACON AND PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS Bacon and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is a low-carb appetizer or side dish. The original recipe called for Prosciutto so I bought a package. When I started to make these I realized there were only 6 slices in a package of prosciutto and I … [Read more...]
Traditional Deviled Eggs and Guacamole Filled Eggs
TRADITIONAL DEVILED EGGS AND GUACAMOLE FILLED EGGS For Easter this year I did the traditional deviled eggs and guacamole filled eggs. Boiled eggs are a great container for all kinds of toppings. I used my favorite deviled egg dish that belonged to my Mother, so that made them … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Quinoa
The latest research on the Mediterranean Diet shows it to be one of the healthiest in the world. Mediterranean Quinoa is filled with vitamins and is gluten free. This recipe is so good for you and so delicious. I choose it to serve to my girlfriends at our recent lunch. Quinoa is similar to … [Read more...]
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Sweet potatoes are good for you and because of the sweet flavor many children like them. Do you find them hard to cut up? One way to make it easier is to wash your sweet potatoes and place them in the microwave for a couple of minutes and then you will be able to cut them up … [Read more...]
Skinny Shamrock Mousse
SKINNY SHAMROCK MOUSSE Many of us have started adding a green smoothie to our daily meals or a couple times a week. Not only are you going to get added nutrients and gain energy, you might also lose weight. Here is a book with lots of ideas for Healthy Green Drinks. … [Read more...]
Tilapia with Mango and Avocado Salsa
TILAPIA WITH MANGO AND AVOCADO SALSA I made these last night for 26 people at an event at the church. Everyone loved the Tilapia with Mango and Avocado Salsa and many asked for the recipe. You could also use walleye, cod or salmon for this dish. If you are like me and like … [Read more...]
Flank Steak Roll with Brandy Cream Sauce
FLANK STEAK ROLL WITH BRANDY CREAM SAUCE This Flank Steak roll is so easy to make and quite impressive for those special guests. The sauce can be made thicker with more flour but I wanted to keep it low carb. It was delicious without the flour. The low fat half and half … [Read more...]
Japanese Style Breakfast
JAPANESE STYLE BREAKFAST My husband was born in Hawaii and is of Japanese descent. He grow up eating a lot different than I did. He left Hawaii when he was 8 but still has fond memories of different foods from different cultures that are prevalent in … [Read more...]
Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab and Mango Garnish
GREAT SOUP TO HAVE AT THE BEACH! This recipe was made by my girlfriend Judi when the girls were at the beach. She always treats us with devine food that she makes herself and this time was no exception. You have to try this Chilled Avocado Soup with Crab and Mango Garnish! Here is the … [Read more...]
When in the South Eat Grits!
When in the South Eat Grits! Shrimp with brown gravy and grits for breakfast are delicious at Sea Biscuit Cafe on Isle of Palms, Charleston, SC. When I go to Charleston about once a year for a delightful girls week with my high school girlfriends, we do a lot of eating at … [Read more...]
Jalapeno Party Poppers
Sausage Stuffed Jalapeno Party Poppers My brother first introduced these to me at a party he had while I was visiting Orlando. They were spicy but somehow that didn't stop us from eating them. Even my Mom ate them and she doesn't like spicy. I've made them several times … [Read more...]
Mexican Eggs
MEXICAN POACHED EGGS ON CORN TORTILLA WITH SAUSAGE, CHEESE AND SALSA I think Mexican Eggs are a tasty way to start a weekend morning. I've changed my views on Mexican Eggs but I did have bad memories of them from when I was in Acapulco many years ago. I had won … [Read more...]
Quinoa with Cucumber, Tomatoes and Lemon Vinaigrette
QUINOA WITH FRESH VEGETABLE This was an experiment that turn out quite well one night. This is a little different than tabbouleh because I used quinoa and there is no mint and no green onions and I didn't peel the tomatoes or cucumbers. You can experiment with the flavors that … [Read more...]
New Orleans Feta Dip Appetizer
SO EASY TO MAKE AND SO TASTY! YOUR GUESTS WILL LOVE IT! This New Orleans Feta Dip is so easy to make and so delicious! It's made with fresh tomatoes, feta, red onions, parsley, mint, lemon juice and red wine vinegar and olive oil. Great for a quick recipe to make for New Year's … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Potatoes with Sriracha Dip
BACON WRAPPED POTATOES WITH SRIRACHA DIP. Bacon Wrapped Potatoes with Sriracha Dip would be great for a New Year's Eve appetizer or as a Super Bowl appetizer. It seems that appetizer season is upon us with New Year's Eve right around the corner and then there is … [Read more...]
Light Lunch with Girlfriends - Teriyaki Salmon Recipe
FRIENDS AND A LIGHT LUNCH MAKES FOR A HAPPY DAY! Girlfriends lunch, what could be better for your morale! Seems like it had been a long time since I had some friends over for lunch. Well don't wait. Sharing lunch with friends is the best day of all. … [Read more...]
Hummus
HUMMUS IS A GREAT SOURCE OF PROTEIN! Hummus makes a great snack and it's so healthy. My family loves it. It's high in protein and fiber and a good way to get your vegetables in for the day. Hummus 2/3 c tahini (roasted, not raw) 2 15 oz. cans of garbanzo beans … [Read more...]
Portobello Mushroom Pizza
Portobello Mushroom Pizza is a simple vegetarian dish with the flavors of pizza but healthier without the crust of the pizza and meat. Make it for your family today. It can be made ahead and baked 20 minutes before dinner. This Portobello Mushroom Pizza dish is one of the first recipes that … [Read more...]
Bran Flax Muffins
Bran Flax Muffins are filled with bran cereal, and flax seed mill, carrots, apples, raisins and nuts and are a healthy alternative to a white flour muffin. One Muffin is a complete meal but also delicious with eggs and bacon. Bran Flax Muffins are great for a quick on the go … [Read more...]
Mixed Berry Protein Shake
MIXED BERRY PROTEIN SHAK 1 scoop of Protein Powder, 1 cup Almond Milk or skim milk, 1 cup frozen berries. Process in blender until smooth. You can add spinach, or kale to make it even healthier. MIXED BERRY PROTEIN SHAKE WITH SPINACH AND FLAX SEED … [Read more...]
