Lighter Asian Noodle Salad

Lighter Asian Noodle Salad

If you are craving Asian flavors, but not looking for a lot of salt and fat then you should try this salad. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/8 cup reduced sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger …

Apple, Pear, and Walnut Salad

Apple, Pear, and Walnut Salad

I love apples and pears and thought this salad would pair well with a spicy blueberry tenderloin I was making for dinner.  The vinaigrette tasted fantastic although I may switch pecans for walnuts in the future since I am not a real fan of walnuts.  …

French Onion Green Beans

French Onion Green Beans

If you are craving the fried onions from green bean casserole but looking for a lighter dish then I have the answer for you.  This dish is easy to make, is packed with flavor, and low on calories and fat. Ingredients: 2 cups green beans …

Green Bean Salad

Green Bean Salad

I get bored eating the same thing over and over.  Green beans were on sale, so I searched on Food Network until I found a recipe that looked appealing.  This is a great quick side dish starring green beans. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients …

Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Asparagus Mint Salad

Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Asparagus Mint Salad

If you know me then you know I love salmon. This recipe is 1000% a keeper. The combination of the pomegranate glaze with the asparagus orange and mint salad is to die for. We had fresh red romaine lettuce from our garden that I placed …

Old Bay Potatoes

Old Bay Potatoes

Old Bay seasoning pairs well with seafood dishes.  I made Old Bay baby potatoes to accompany fish tacos.  You can use baby potatoes or russet potatoes cut into wedges or fries.  These are a breeze to make and are packed full of flavor. Ingredients: 2 …

Green Bean Salad

Green Bean Salad

I get bored eating the same thing over and over.  Green beans were on sale, so I searched on Food Network until I found a recipe that looked appealing.  This is a great quick side dish starring green beans. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients …

Coriander Sweet Potatoes

Coriander Sweet Potatoes

Let’s be honest sweet potatoes are almost a dessert in themselves.  These baked sweet potatoes are a breeze to prepare and taste divine.  Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 4 sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon ground coriander Zest from 1 …

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

My kids could eat macaroni and cheese just about every day.  Most of the time I use store bought Kraft macaroni and cheese because it is quick.  On special occasions I enjoy making homemade mac and cheese.  This isn’t the healthiest version I have made, …

Pesto Potatoes

Pesto Potatoes

If you like potatoes and you like pesto then you will love this quick, easy, tasty side dish.  Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 pound baby potatoes (I used ½ a large bag of colored baby potatoes) 1 lemon zest and juice ½ cup …