The hummus craze is still going strong I know, but why not change it up and give other beans a chance to be a delicious dip too? I’ll be honest, I’m picky about my hummus. There are some that leave a weird aftertaste, and other that are loaded up excess oil. That’s when I started … More Black Bean & Yogurt Dip
We have brown rice a lot of times with our meals as a healthy whole food carb that’s loaded with fiber. But let’s be honest, brown rice can get boring. This is one of the ways to mix it up and add some flavor that can still go with a basic veggie and protein. I … More Fire Roasted Tomato & Feta Brown Rice
Since February is “Heart Health Month”, I thought I’d share with you an egg alternative that is truly heart healthy, and not just because it’s cholesterol-free. There has been studies that show it’s more the saturated fat than the dietary cholesterol that raises bad cholesterol. And although that might be true, eggs are one of … More Garbanzo Flour Eggs
Stewed tomatoes and green beans just go together. This is one of the side dishes I keep in mind any time of year and can go with just about anything. Simple ingredients, simple instructions, and so good! Nutritionally let’s look at the benefits of using fresh oregano. Sometimes we forget how powerful our fresh herbs … More Green Beans & Tomatoes with Fresh Oregano
Acorn squash has to be my favorites. Sweet potatoes is a close second, but acorn squash is so creamy! I can have a whole one of these bad boys for lunch with just some butter and cinnamon and be perfectly satisfied and full! With this recipe I at least add in a protein dense pilaf … More Sausage & Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
I know I have posted a few of Chef Chloe’s recipes, but these are truly some of the recipes I make at home all the time. This is a nutritious comfort dish. Yes those can exist! It’s full of vegetables, fiber, and whole grains and once it’s done, it comes out creamy and delicious! Let’s … More Chloe Coscarelli’s Barley Bliss Casserole
One of my favorite ways to eat kale is in soups. It’s a hearty enough green that it keeps it’s form when cooked and in broth and it add a deep rich green color to your meal. This simple bean and vegetable stew it’s great when you just want to warm up, or are getting … More White Bean & Kale Italian Soup
I think I have a favorite salad for each leafy green. This is my favorite salad recipe using Swiss chard. I think it’s my prettiest salad, and one of the best parts – the salad dressing I use doesn’t have oil. Like I’ve said in other posts, I like getting my healthy fats in other … More Swiss Chard & Pomegranate Salad with No Oil Dressing
Dairy free white gravy that is lower in calories and fat and higher in fiber? Yes please! This recipe came about when I first had homemade butter beans. It’s a type of lima bean. The name butter beans, describes their texture and taste. The juice from the cooked beans reminded me of gravy because of … More Butter Bean Gravy
Fall and winter scream for baked desserts. Having some of my favorites like pumpkin pie, apple dumplings, cinnamon rolls, and so much more, are always on the list once the weather gets cooler, but you don’t always have to have a dessert that is all that bad for you. I was shocked, and so was … More Apple, Pear & Cranberry Cobbler
