Think Easy! When I'm meal planning, I always have easy in the back of my mind. For a tasty meal that lends itself to every side dish imaginable, I often choose to roast a whole chicken. There's just about nothing easier. Think Healthy! Roast chicken meat is nice and lean and healthy. If you season under the loosened chicken skin before roasting it , like this recipe does, then you'll have plenty of flavor in your chicken, without the skin. Discarding the skin means a healthier dinner, of course. Think Versatile! Beyond easy and healthy, roast chicken is truly versatile. It comes … [Read more...] about Roast a Chicken for a Tasty, Healthy, Easy Meal!
Slovenian Sauerkraut & Potato Soup is for Fall!
Soup is a Great Meal for a Cool Day! The first time I ever ate this soup was at a cafe just around the corner from the world-famous Postojna Caves in Slovenia, Eastern Europe. It was fall and the air was brisk. All that mattered, though, after touring those spectacular caves, was that soup sounded like the perfect lunch. Slovenian Sauerkraut & Potato Soup Recipe! Makes Enough for 4 Soup Lovers Ingredients You Will Need: 1 tablespoon Olive Oil 2 large cloves Garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 6-8 Mushrooms, sliced 2-3 medium Potatoes, peeled, cut into small … [Read more...] about Slovenian Sauerkraut & Potato Soup is for Fall!
Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Try Squash!
Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Squash that grow throughout the summer and are then harvested in the fall are unique and different from squash that we eat during the summer. Fall squash are hard as a rock on the outside and the cooking process softens them up. Many of them are a powerhouse of vitamin A and all fall squash are full of healthy fiber. Even though I see many fall squash used as decorations - because they are colorful and have fun shapes -- I say "Don't just look at them...Eat 'em!" How to Cook Healthy Fall Squash! It's not hard to cook fall squash and there are many … [Read more...] about Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Try Squash!
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe is Precious! With all the nutritional advantages of eating lean protein, I think chicken is a really smart choice for the dinner meal. But, wait, this recipe isn't like all the others. It's a healthy chicken breast recipe that is a little exotic, a little gourmet and a lot of great flavors to enjoy! So, don't take my word for it - try it yourself and let me know how it goes. Tangy Lime Chicken Here’s a healthy chicken breast recipe that will please all members of the family! Kids can help by measuring ingredients, stirring together spices and … [Read more...] about A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!
Healthy Easter Basket Treats & Bunny Rabbit Salad Recipe!
Healthy Easter Basket Treats are Fun for Everyone! I'm excited about Easter partly because my son will be home from college. And, believe it or not, I will be putting together some healthy Easter Basket treats for him, a 20-year-old who likes a good laugh and a good surprise. Over the years, his basket included some creative and unusual things and it always gave me great pleasure to hunt for what I knew were healthy Easter Basket treats. Here is my short list and I welcome your ideas as well: Ideas for Healthy Easter Basket Treats! School gadgets such as pens, mechanical or colored … [Read more...] about Healthy Easter Basket Treats & Bunny Rabbit Salad Recipe!
Delicious and Cool ~ No Bake Desserts
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon. Delicious and Cool: No Bake Desserts Turning on the oven in the middle of summer is something that most of us try to avoid. Beat the heat with these 5 simple, no-bake dessert recipes! Summer Popsicles Fruit is a great way to add a healthy twist to a tasty dessert. For a crowd or kids who have been at the pool all day, popsicles are a great dessert that is full of nutritious ingredients. Add your favorite fruits to plain or vanilla Greek yogurt and pour into the popsicle mold. Also try coconut water with tropical fruit for a beachy … [Read more...] about Delicious and Cool ~ No Bake Desserts