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Chinese Braised Chicken with Chestnuts Recipe

February 6, 2013 by Jeanette 28 Comments

Chinese Chestnut Chicken © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Chinese Braised Chicken with Chestnutsis a tradition Chinese recipe that is pure comfort food. Chinese New Year is coming up soon – February 10, 2013, and it’s the Year of the Black Snake! I’ve been thinking of what dishes I’m going to make for my family, and this Chinese Braised Chicken with Chestnuts is a…

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Filed Under: Asian, Chinese New Year, dairy-free, Dinner, Family, gluten-free, healthy choices, main courses Tagged With: chestnuts, Chinese New Year dishes, Chinese New Year recipes, Comfort Food Feast, Food Network, Shanghai recipe, Year of the Black Snake

Dan Dan Mien and Book Launch Party for Steamy Kitchen’s Healthy Asian Favorites (Giveaway)

February 5, 2013 by Jeanette 87 Comments

Steamy Kitchen's Dan Dan Mien © Jeanette's Healthy Living

This week, I am so excited to be participating in a Virtual Book Launch Party for Jaden Hair’s newest cookbook, Steamy Kitchen’s Healthy Asian Favorites. I received a review copy several weeks ago and have trying lots of recipes from Jaden’s new cookbook. [rss-cut] I first met Jaden two years ago when I started my…

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Filed Under: Asian, book review, giveaway, gluten-free, healthy choices Tagged With: Dan Dan Mien, Giveaway, healthy Chinese recipe, Jaden Hair, Steamy Kitchen's Healthy Asian Favorites cookbook, virtual book launch

Warm Kale, Farro and Winter Fruit Salad Recipe

February 4, 2013 by Jeanette 15 Comments

Warm Farro Kale Winter Fruit Salad

What do you do when it’s snowing out? I know what I do…cook. At least that’s what I did on a recent snowy day when the kids were off from school. I dug through my cabinets and refrigerator to see what needed to be used up, and found a bunch of goodies, including a wedge…

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Filed Under: Dinner, healthy choices, lunch, main courses, salads, side dishes, vegetarian, whole grain Tagged With: dried cranberries, dried figs, farro, kale, warm farro salad

Whole Wheat Banana Pecan Cranberry Quick Bread Recipe

February 1, 2013 by Jeanette 9 Comments

Banana Pecan Cranberry Bread © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Last week, I found myself with more ripe bananas than you could ever imagine. We typically go through tons of bananas during the week, but for some reason, I must have bought an extra bunch here or there. Well, I kept staring at them until they started turning so ripe that I either had to…

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Filed Under: Breads, Breakfast, dairy-free, healthy choices, snacks, whole grain Tagged With: dried cranberries, healthy banana bread, pecans, power food, whole wheat

9 Layer Mexican Dip Recipe for Super Bowl

January 31, 2013 by Jeanette 10 Comments

9 Layer Mexican Superbowl Dip © Jeanette's Healthy Living

This 9 Layer Mexican Dip is a crowd pleaser. Today, we’ve got another Healthy Super Bowl Dip – a 9 Layer Mexican Super Bowl “Quacktastic” Dip (my son loves ducks).  Yup 9 layers – you got it! This dip is really easy to make and can be made even easier by purchasing prepared guacamole and…

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Filed Under: appetizers, dips and sauces, gluten-free, healthy choices, Super Bowl Tagged With: Healthy Super Bowl Dips, Healthy Super Bowl Foods, Healthy Super Bowl Recipes, Healthy Super Bowl Snacks, layered Mexican dip

A Healthier Crock Pot Cincinnati Chicken Chili Recipe

January 30, 2013 by Jeanette 24 Comments

Slow Cooker Skyline Cincinnati Chili © Jeanette's Healthy Living

A little while ago, I went for a walk with a friend of mine who brought up one of her husband’s favorite meals – Skyline Cincinnati Chili. Although I’ve never eaten authentic Skyline Cincinnati Chili, I made a version of it a few years ago and the kids seemed to like it, so this time…

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Filed Under: Beans/Legumes, dairy-free, Dinner, gluten-free, healthy choices, main courses, Slow Cooker, Super Bowl Tagged With: chicken chili, Comfort Food Feast, crock pot chili, Food Network, healthier chili recipe, healthier Cincinnati chili, lightened up chili, Skyline Cincinnati Chili recipe, slow cooker chili, Super Bowl, turkey chili

A Healthy Italian Submarine (“Hoagie”) Dip Recipe for Super Bowl

January 29, 2013 by Jeanette 10 Comments

Healthy Italian Hoagie Dip © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Super Bowl is this coming weekend, and there are going to parties serving all sorts of unhealthy fare. In fact, Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest day of food consumption after Thanksgiving! Traditionally, foods served for this celebration are on the greasier, heavier side and tend to be meat heavy (think chicken wings, Italian…

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Filed Under: appetizers, dips and sauces, gluten-free, healthy choices, Super Bowl Tagged With: Columbus Naturals Products, healthy dip, Healthy Super Bowl Dips, Healthy Super Bowl Foods, Hoagie Dip, Italian Sub Dip

Skinny Philly Cheese Steak Dip Recipe

January 28, 2013 by Jeanette 13 Comments

Skinny Hot Philly Cheesesteak Dip © Jeanette's Healthy Living

This Skinny Philly Cheese Steak Dip will satisfy any hearty appetite. I know what you’re thinking. Is it possible to say Philly Cheese Steak and Skinny in the same sentence? I thought the same thing when I spotted a recipe for Philly Cheesesteak Dip in the Clean Eating magazine recently. I admit I thought it…

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Filed Under: appetizers, dips and sauces, gluten-free, healthy choices, Super Bowl Tagged With: cottage cheese, football snack, Game Day, healthier football snacks, healthier kid snacks, lightened up dip, skinny philly cheese steak dip, Super Bowl

Cocoa Dusted Dark Chocolate Coated Almonds Recipe (Power Foods)

January 25, 2013 by Jeanette 23 Comments

Cocoa Dusted Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Last weekend, my husband and I shared a special dinner with friends at Elm Restaurant, where chef Brian Lewis showcases inventive and seasonally inspired cuisine. His menu changes each week depending on what’s fresh and in season, and he and his kitchen staff are meticulous in their preparation and presentation of each and every dish,…

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Filed Under: dairy-free, Desserts and Cookies, gluten-free, healthy choices, snacks, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: almonds nutrition, cocoa dusted almonds, dark chocolate coated almonds, Elm Restaurant, heart healthy foods, power foods

Gluten-Free Grain-Free Mini Pizza Faces Recipe

January 23, 2013 by Jeanette 14 Comments

Vegetarian Pizza Face (gluten-free grain-free) © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Gluten-Free Grain-Free Mini Pizza Faces are allergy-friendly, kid-friendly and just pure fun to make and eat!As soon as my youngest son gets off the bus, he is starving, so every afternoon I make him a hearty snack. It’s actually gotten a bit out of hand and I can blame no one but myself. I started…

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Filed Under: gluten-free, healthy choices, Kids Cooking, lunch, main courses, snacks, Special Diets Tagged With: Columbus Naturals, gluten-free pizza dough recipe, grain-free pizza dough recipe, happy face pizzas, kid-friendly pizza toppings, nitrate free meats, sustainable products

Greek Feta Yogurt Dip Recipe

January 21, 2013 by Jeanette 53 Comments

Feta Yogurt Dip with Za'atar © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Greek Feta Yogurt Dip is tangy and deliciously healthy. Serve with crudite and crackers for an easy appetizer or snack. This Greek feta yogurt dip is inspired by a dip I bought from Trader Joe’s that the kids loved. I inquired at the local Greek market to see if there was an authentic Greek feta…

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Filed Under: appetizers, dips and sauces, gluten-free, healthy choices, Liquid/Soft Food Diet Tagged With: Colavita Olive Oil, Greek Feta Dip, Greek Yogurt recipe, olive oil health benefits

Gluten Free Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies Recipe

January 16, 2013 by Jeanette 35 Comments

Healthy Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Gluten Free Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies are a healthy dessert or snack, sure to please your sweet tooth. Is there such a thing as a healthy cookie? I don’t know, but I can tell you that the Gluten Free Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies that I’m sharing today are healthier than most. Leaving the healthy talk…

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Filed Under: Christmas, dairy-free, Desserts and Cookies, gluten-free, healthy choices, vegetarian, whole grain Tagged With: Comfort Food Feast, Cooking Light, Food Network, gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, heart health

Burmese Fried Rice with Green Peas and Shallots

January 14, 2013 by Jeanette 25 Comments

Burmese Fried Rice with Peas © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Burmese Fried Rice with Green Peas and Shallots is a delicious savory breakfast. It’s a great recipe to try if you’re new to Burmese cooking as I am. I love savory breakfast foods and so do my kids. In fact, they prefer savory breakfasts to sweet ones.  I’m always interested in learning about different cultures’…

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Filed Under: Asian, Breakfast, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy choices, Recipes For Foodies, Resources, whole grain Tagged With: Burma, Burmese breakfast rice bowl, Burmese recipes, Naomi Duguid, Southeast Asia

Grilled Smashed Baby Potatoes with Green Harissa Sauce Recipe {Comfort Food}

January 9, 2013 by Jeanette 24 Comments

Grilled Grilled Potatoes with Green Harissa Sauce © Jeanette's Healthy Living with Green Harissa

Over the holidays, I received lots of goodies that I haven’t been able to share with you yet. Today, I’m sharing a potato dish that will dress up your winter dinners without a lot of extra effort – Grilled Baby Potatoes with Green Harissa. Frieda’s sent me some beautiful tri-colored potatoes before I left town…

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Filed Under: healthy choices, side dishes, vegetarian Tagged With: Frieda's, green harissa, grilled potatoes, Sartori cheese, smashed potatoes

Inspiration and Ghanaian Black Eye Pea Curry Recipe

January 7, 2013 by Jeanette 27 Comments

Ghanaian Black Eyed Pea Curry © Jeanette's Healthy Living

This Ghanaian Black Eye Pea Curry is sweet and spicy, perfect served over a bowl of rice. After the flurry of our Christmas Eve Open House, celebrating the holiday season with family and friends, and some much needed downtime in warmer weather, I am trying to get back into some sort of routine. I’ve been…

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Filed Under: Beans/Legumes, Cancer, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy choices, side dishes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: African cuisine, black-eyed peas, community, Ghanaian recipe, inspiration

Jeanette’s Healthy Living Top 2012 Recipes

December 31, 2012 by Jeanette 18 Comments

Beginner Green Tea Smoothie © Jeanette's Healthy Living

The last few weeks, I’ve been participating in the 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes event along with a group of talented bloggers. We’ve been sharing our top posts for the year, and today is my turn. Although not all my recipes are gluten-free, most of them are now and they are almost all gluten-free adaptable. [rss-cut]…

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Filed Under: healthy choices Tagged With: Top Healthy Recipes

2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes from Sarah Bakes Gluten Free Treats

December 30, 2012 by Jeanette Leave a Comment

Chocolate Cupcakes from Sarah Bakes Gluten-Free Treats

Today, I am featuring Sarah from Sarah Bakes Gluten Free Treats. She recently wrote a guest post on my blog where she shared more of her creations. Welcome back Sarah! Hello there!  My name is Sarah and I love to bake…gluten free!  I share all of my most favorite recipes and baking adventures over at…

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Filed Under: allergies, gluten-free, healthy choices Tagged With: 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes, gluten-free blog, gluten-free recipes, Guest Post, Sarah Bakes Gluten-Free Treats blog

2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes from Cara’s Cravings

December 28, 2012 by Jeanette 1 Comment

Melon Mojito Fish Tacos

Today, I’m excited to present Cara from Cara’s Cravings. I always love seeing Cara’s recipes which are made with wholesome ingredients. Take it away Cara! Raise your hand if you’re hungry. Glad I’m not alone! Who wouldn’t be ravenous after all the temptingly delicious 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes that have been shared around the web…

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Filed Under: allergies, gluten-free, healthy choices Tagged With: Cara's Cravings blog, gluten-free blog, gluten-free recipes

Skinny Berry Cheesecake Trifle Recipe

December 27, 2012 by Jeanette 39 Comments

Skinny Berry Cheesecake Trifle - light delicious holiday dessert - a crowd pleaser

This Skinny Berry Cheesecake Trifle is the perfect holiday dessert for entertaining. No guilt here with this lightened up recipe. If you’re looking for a showstopping dessert that’s on the lighter side for a special occasion (New Year’s would be perfect), look no further. I’ve got you covered. I made this Skinny Berry Cheesecake Trifle…

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Filed Under: Christmas, Desserts and Cookies, healthy choices, vegetarian Tagged With: dessert with fruit, healthier dessert choices, low-fat cheesecake trifle, Low-fat dessert, raspberries, strawberries

2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes from kumquat

December 26, 2012 by Jeanette 3 Comments

Nutella crepe cake by kumquat

Today, I am featuring Gretchen from kumquat. Gretchen has an incredible touch with sweets. Welcome Gretchen! It is quite an honor to be a part of this talented and inspiring crew of gluten-free bloggers for this 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes event. It’s been awfully fun to see what have turned out to be hit recipes…

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Filed Under: allergies, gluten-free, healthy choices Tagged With: gluten-free blog, gluten-free recipes, Guest Post, kumquat blog

2012 All-Star Gluten-Free Recipes from All Day I Dream About Food

December 24, 2012 by Jeanette 1 Comment

Rosemary Sriracha Chicken Thighs

Today, I’m super excited to introduce my friend Carolyn from All Day I Dream About Food. I first met Carolyn when I started blogging, so we are “old” blogging buddies. So great to see you here Carolyn! Greetings, fine readers of Jeanette’s Healthy Living.  In the likelihood that you know nothing about me or my…

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Filed Under: allergies, gluten-free, healthy choices Tagged With: All Day I Dream About Food, gluten-free blog, gluten-free recipes, Guest Post, recipes for diabetes

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