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
Raw zucchini salad: Fresh and easy for warm spring days
Zucchini is a low-calorie vegetable that packs a huge nutritional punch with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and its mild flavor makes it a versatile ingredient for a wide variety of dishes. This raw zucchini salad is quick to assemble and packs a ton of flavor -- a perfect side dish for your Memorial Day cookout. Bulk it up with toasted pine nuts or cashews, or … [Read more...] about Raw zucchini salad: Fresh and easy for warm spring days
Perfect summer dessert: Sweet biscuits and strawberries
It's strawberry season, and that means classic shortcake -- the sweet, easy, cool and creamy dessert that always hits the spot.You can put a twist on your strawberries and cake this summer, using tender sweet biscuits that can be quickly assembled and baked ahead of time. Homemade whipped cream gives it the extra rich and creamy punch that makes this dessert a standout.You can … [Read more...] about Perfect summer dessert: Sweet biscuits and strawberries