A Healthier Peruvian Green Chicken with Rice and Quinoa Recipe (Arroz con Pollo Verde)
Spring time is probably the busiest time of year for our family, so one pot meals are the perfect solution for a no-fuss dinner. Chicken and rice is a classic one-pot combination in all different cultures (China, Japan, India, Spain, Portugal, West Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Cajun) and I consider it pure comfort food. Today's recipe for Peruvian Green Chicken with Rice and Quinoa (Arroz con Pollo Verde) is just one variation, spiced with lots of fresh cilantro and cumin, and made a … [Continue Reading...]
Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
Fried rice is such a common dish in our household that I wouldn't even think to post a recipe for it on my blog, except for the fact that it's so good and one of those dishes that everyone should learn how to make. Fried rice is the perfect way to use up all those bits and pieces in your refrigerator and freezer, and sneak in some extra vegetables (or use up all the scraps). One of my husband's favorite dishes when we eat out is Yang Chow Fried Rice, which is basically fried rice with shrimp and … [Continue Reading...]
Gluten-Free Muesli Pancakes with Fresh Berries Recipe {Bob’s Red Mill Giveaway}
Have you ever tried Muesli? It's a breakfast cereal mix made with uncooked rolled oats, fruit and nuts, that was actually developed around 1900 by a Swiss physician (Dr. Maximilian Bircher-Benner) for patients in his hospital, where a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables was an essential part of therapy. Traditionally, it is enjoyed cold (soaked in yogurt, milk or fruit juice) or hot (cooked with water or milk) for breakfast. Interesting how way back in 1900, Dr. Bircher-Benner was using … [Continue Reading...]
How To Make A Fluffy Omelet with Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese
Last week, I had a discussion with Elizabeth Ward on healthy eating tips and recipe ideas that anyone can use. Eating a protein packed breakfast came up as one of the healthy eating tips. Elizabeth mentioned that eggs were a terrific source of protein at breakfast time. Although I make my son an omelet for breakfast several times a week, I rarely make myself one because I'm afraid of eating too many egg yolks. Egg yolks are actually a really good source of brain-boosting choline, so eaten in … [Continue Reading...]
Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots and Chickpeas with Grilled Halloumi Cheese Recipe
I love roasting vegetables for their simplicity and versatility. Almost any vegetable can be roasted, although cauliflower is probably my favorite because roasting turns this otherwise strong smelling vegetable sweet and almost addictive. In fact, this simple method of preparing cauliflower transformed my oldest son into a cauliflower lover. As a cruciferous vegetable (in the same family as broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage), cauliflower contains phytochemicals that help fight and prevent … [Continue Reading...]
Chicken Meatballs in Barbeque Sauce Recipe
Here is an easy dinner idea - Chicken Meatballs in Barbeque Sauce, ready in roughly 30 minutes. Lately, I've been so busy that getting dinner on the table has been a bit of a challenge. So, anything I can make in less than 45 minutes sounds good to me. I came across this recipe in the latest Cooking Light issue and made a few minor tweaks. For fun, I had my son help me with a mini photo collage - it's so much easier using my phone to take pictures than my big camera, so forgive me, but I'd … [Continue Reading...]
Roasted Beet, Grilled Corn, Tomato Salad with Montamore Cheese and Walnuts Recipe
Today, I'm sharing a recipe for a Roasted Beet, Grilled Corn, Tomato Salad with Montamore Cheese and Walnuts that I view as a transition salad - that is, a salad that speaks to the cooler weather that we are hopefully putting behind us for the season, and the warmer Spring air that I hope is going to come and stay. I can't wait until the weather really warms up and the farmer's market opens with all the local fresh produce. This salad is a mix of cooler weather and warmer weather ingredients, … [Continue Reading...]
Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese Recipe
A few weeks ago, I made these Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese for a church function and ended up making extra for weekday breakfast-on-the-go. I've never made a frittata before although it's been on my list to try forever. Frittatas are basically an open-faced omelet that is baked in the oven. The base is made of eggs and the toppings are endless - it's the perfect medium for using up all the little bits and pieces of vegetables in your refrigerator. I know I just posted an omelet recipe, … [Continue Reading...]
12 Great Tips For Baking with Coconut Flour
Today, I hosted a Google+ Hangout on How To Bake With Coconut Flour. My guests were Bob's Red Mill's recipe specialist, Sarah House, and a group of talented food bloggers, Carolyn from All Day I Dream About Food, Cara from Cara's Cravings , Jane from The Heritage Cook, Lexie from Lexie's Kitchen, and Kelly from The Spunky Coconut. We asked and answered lots of questions, and I wanted to summarize some of the tips we shared and learned from the session. For all the details, watch the video … [Continue Reading...]
Easy Oven Roasted Tomatoes and Spring Asparagus Recipe
One of the things I look forward to most at the farmer's market are fresh tomatoes. With 30 degree weather still in the air (and a few snow flakes here and there), it's hard to believe it's actually Spring, and although there is already an abundance of asparagus in the stores, I'll have to wait a few more months for some farm fresh tomatoes. Boxed or canned tomatoes are of course available year round, so I stock up on these pantry items during the off-season. [rss-cut] The other night, I was … [Continue Reading...]
How To Bake With Coconut Flour – Bob’s Red Mill Hangout (+ Lots of Coconut Flour Recipes)
This Wednesday, March 27th at 12 Noon Eastern Standard Time, I'm hosting a Google Plus Hangout with Bob's Red Mill's test kitchen resident expert and chef, Sarah House. Sarah will help demystify Baking with Coconut Flour. I don't know if you've tried baking with coconut flour before, but it can be a little tricky. Coconut flour doesn't work quite the same as most gluten-free flours. It's a great gluten-free, grain-free flour, so to help you all get your feet wet, I've invited Bob's Red … [Continue Reading...]
