Lamb is a flavorful meat used frequently in Mediterranean cooking , but not nearly as popular as it should be in the United States. Lamb is an excellent source of high quality protein, B Vitamins and minerals such as zinc and selenium. The higher fat content of this meat is in the form as CLA [...]
Need an afternoon pick me up for your kids when they come home from school? This recipe is chock full of potassium and protein that will keep the kiddies satiated until dinner. It tastes great and is a wonderful comfort food that will keep their bellies full without unwanted sugars. This recipe also makes a [...]
Courtesy of Carashealthyliving.com There’s nothing like a simmering pot of chili working on the stove in the cold winter weather. Unfortunately some chilis have added flours and beer, which will sabotage your diet in a major way but that doesn’t mean you can’t make your own. Here’s the recipe 2lbs ground white meat turkey, chicken [...]
WHOLE WHEAT PASTA WITH FAVA PUREE Now that winter is sneaking up on us, I think back to my childhood and am reminded of a dish that was once considered a meal for paupers. “Peasant food” and it is sometimes referred. These old world dishes are filling and very nutrient dense, in a restaurant this [...]
Ok, your strolling through the supermarket with the best of intentions to shop healthy, eliminate bad fats and chemicals. The labels all seem to be healthy right? made with whole grains, natural, good source of fiber. I say HA!!!! and as a matter of fact I have been known to [...]
What good is a diet if, the food is so boring that eating it everyday brings no spice in your life. I have devised this plate that hits the spot especially post workout when salad and chicken just won’t cut it. Its simple to prepare and you’ll think your cheating……here is what you need: 1lb [...]
When the nippy weather starts creeping up, childhood memories brings me back to the green leafy vegetable called swiss chard. Swiss Chard is a vegetable that is very popular in Mediterranean cuisine. Swiss Chard is high in minerals, as well as is a rich source in Vitamin A, K and C. Part of the beet family [...]
When we use lean cuts of red meat such as flank steak, one thing we trade along with the fat is FLAVOR. Texture is another obstacle when trying to use lower fat cuts of meat. The problem, is people think they have to suffer through a shoe leather culinary experience in order to eat for [...]
