Sugar Snap Peas
Tara on Jun 3rd 2015
1 pound fresh sugar snap peas 1 Tablespoon olive oil or grape seed oil 1 Tablespoon sesame oil 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds Sea salt and pepper for seasoning Prepare the sugar snap peas by removing the ends and strings from each pea. Rinse them under cold water and spread them in a single layer over […]
Crunchy Cucumber Salsa
Tara on Apr 24th 2013
Looking for a healthy and cool summer side dish? Give Crunchy Cucumber Salsa a try. This recipe is GLUTEN FREE, packed with veggies and spice. It can be served with carrot sticks or corn chips for dipping even pita chips if you don’t mind the gluten. This recipe passed the kid and the hubby taste […]
Hissy Fit Dip
Tara on Apr 9th 2013
If you were raised in the South, you probably are familiar with the term “HISSY FIT.” A HISSY FIT can be “pitched” or “thrown”. In my childhood, I would often hear a friend refer to his or her mom pitching a HISSY FIT. This simply means that someone or something had caused Mom to become quite […]
A New Me A New You – Orange Creamsicle Shake
Tara on Jan 2nd 2013
Happy New Year everybody! Now is the time when many folks are ready to get serious about healthy habits. One way to a new you this year is to give some serious thought to what goes in your body for breakfast. So many traditional breakfast foods work against our healthy goals we set. Sugary cereal, […]
A New Me A New You – Verde Chicken Chili
Tara on Dec 26th 2012
This is a first post in what I hope will be helpful recipes for those striving to make some healthy changes. This recipe is packed with flavor, is quick to make, and is low in fat. Verde Chicken Chili is made with a deli style chicken and canned ingredients, this recipe can be whipped up in […]
Meatless Monday – Spaghetti Squash
Tara on Aug 15th 2011
Monday is here again which means it is time for a meatless post. Take a good look at this photo. Is that spaghetti, the traditional pasta for marinara? It may look like pasta, but it isn’t. It’s spaghetti squash cooked in the microwave then topped with some left-over 20 Minute Marinara. If you are looking […]
Hawaiian Rib eye Tacos
Tara on Sep 11th 2010
Remember the previous Hawaiian Rib eye Salad post? Well here is a variation of that recipe. Makeup the meat mixture with steak, bacon, and pineapple – just as in the Hawaiian Rib eye Salad, then serve it all up in a soft taco shell with your favorite trimmings and a fruit salad on the […]
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Tara on Aug 25th 2010
Here’s a quick recipe that is a family favorite here at home. To avoid MSG, I used mostly organic ingredients, and olive for sautéing. Chicken Lettuce Wraps end up being healthier choice than Chinese takeout. 1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar ½ teaspoon Ground Red Pepper ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger 1 teaspoon Sesame […]
Salsalita Turkey Salad
Tara on Aug 8th 2009
Here’s an easy summer time meal that leaves us satisfied without that heavy feeling. It has a thick slice of Boar’s Head Salsalita Turkey from the deli. The Salsalita turkey has a kick of south of the border spice- which we love. You can vary this salad with your favorite greens and veggies. Here’s how […]
