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A few years ago if you would have offered me Fish Tacos, I probably would have said “NO”! As I have probably mentioned before though, I am marrying a fish-lover. Fish has tons of health benefits and we are trying to include [sustainable] seafood in …
. Spring & Summer Flavors make a transition from heavy red/rich dishes which we enjoyed all Fall/Winter to lighter more green/bright dishes. Those fresh flavors are just like everything outside – new and bright and light. Although Risotto is a slow-cooked rice which takes some …
Comfort Food is exactly what it sounds like… food which makes you feel comfortable and safe and all warm & cozy. Typically there is a problem with Comfort Food though – part of what makes it so “comfortable” is the extremely high level of fat and extra calories it is filled with (which does not make your clothes feel so comfortable in the end).
Spring is Here – why not lighten up a classic Comfort Food? CAULIFLOWER replaces most of the potato-starch in this smashed & twice-baked dish. With no butter and lots of fresh cauliflower – you get all the comfort flavor while still fitting comfortably in your pants!
Seriously though, Continue reading Twice-Baked Smashed Cauliflower
If I could bottle a smell – it would be the amazing smell of roasted vegetables wafting from the oven (you know, when you are roasting vegetables mixed with garlic & olive oil)! When there are yummy delicious vegetables on sale (especially eggplants and mushrooms) …
Valentines Day is just around the corner and these impressive Chocolate Covered Strawberries are delicious, quick and easy. So although Valentines Day is almost here, it is never too late to impress your Valentine by making these Chocolate Covered Strawberries now! While we are discussing …
Chinese Food – one of those things that I get random cravings for and really enjoy, but Rich is not a big fan of! I actually hardly ever do Chinese Take-Out anymore because I am trying to eat healthier and because it is not something my personal eater really craves.
When we do order Chinese Food and I have no idea what to get, I ofter seem to want General Tso’s/Tsao’s Chicken. Rich always goes for some Egg Rolls. Another favorite of mine are those Boneless Spare Ribs, so bad for you but oh so good at the same time! Since I have such a “thing” for General Tso’s Chicken; I was so happy when I opened my give-away box from Thai Kitchen & Simply Asia and found one of their General Tsao Stir Fry Sauces to be able to make my own version at home!
This version of General Tso (or General Tsao – seriously… which one is right!?!) is so fresh, fresh tasting, Continue reading Homemade Healthy General Tso’s Chicken