In honor of American Heart Month, here is a recipe that adheres to guidelines for a heart-healthy meal and is also delicious: roasted balsamic chicken with baby tomatoes. According to a story on the Cleveland Clinic's website that included an interview with a preventive cardiology nutrition expert, a heart-healthy recipe should pay attention to fat and carbohydrates, use … [Read more...] about Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy
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How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop
How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop Grilling season is in full swing, and carnivores know that few things are quite as unpleasant as a dry, tough grilled pork chop. But it doesn't have to be that way! With a little preparation and caution, you can grill tender, juicy pork chops in just a few minutes. The best part? Grilled chops pair well with just about any sauce or … [Read more...] about How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop
Hawaiian Butter Mochi sweetens up the party
This classic Hawaiian treat is made with canned coconut milk, evaporated milk and mochiko sweet rice flour, which is available in just about any Asian grocery and in the international aisles in many American grocery stores. Make sure not to swap out for other types of flour--use mochiko sweet rice flour only. Despite the name, butter mochi is actually a leavened cake, with a … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Butter Mochi sweetens up the party
Skinny Gypsy Toast
French toast has its humble beginnings in 4th century Rome, even before the Middle Ages (5th to 15th century) in Medieval Europe. The Romans took their day-old bread, soaked it in an egg and milk mixture and fried it. They called it pain perdu 'lost bread,' and it is even mentioned in the ancient recipe book, Apicius. Today the dish is known by many names including Eggy … [Read more...] about Skinny Gypsy Toast
Cabbage-sausage casserole brings luck for the New Year
New Year's Day Cabbage Casserole 1 pound of sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 large head of cabbage, chopped1 can of cream of chicken soup1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon white pepper1 teaspoon salt Generously grease a 10X10 or 13X9 casserole and set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Tradition has long held, especially in the southern United … [Read more...] about Cabbage-sausage casserole brings luck for the New Year