As discussed, I am trying to try new recipes each week. Tonight, I tried a skinny chicken salad. I wish I could say it was as much of a hit as the BBQ Chicken… but it’s not. Next time, I would add some honey and increase the amount of Greek yogurt and mayo. Ingredients: 2/3 …
Part of my New Year’s resolutions include trying a new recipe every week. If my first new recipe was any indication, this is going to be a good year. Not only it is insanely easy, but it is absolutely delicious. Like, boyfriend approved delicious. You can find the original recipe at Family Fresh Meals. Ingredients 2 …
If you have followed our FitNess category, you know staying in shape is a constant struggle. In the last decade or so, that struggle has escalated. Now, my doctor has prescribed one week of a gluten-free diet and a celiac disease test. Then, we’ll move on from there. Something tells me, though, I should be saying goodbye …
It may have been the frozen strawberry vodka speaking, but I had a phenomenal taco salad while I was in Vegas. Regardless of whether it was actually delicious, I was still set on recreating the dish. The only problem? I don’t know anything about cooking red meat. No, really! I used Paula Deen’s recipe as …
I wanted to recreate a dish my friend Caroline served that was absolutely delicious, eggplant Parmesan. Unfortunately, I had no idea how to pick a good eggplant. Here is a quick cheat sheet- (Thank you Google!) – Avoid any with brown, soft spots – The skin should be glossy, not dull – Knock on it gently. …
I’ve recently pointed out my transition to moving closer to work… Therefore, I’m also navigating the world of cooking for one. While I appreciate the Costco sized bag of kale (thanks mom!), it can be pretty daunting eating 198476 pounds alone. You can imagine how amazing it was to stumble across this golden tactic: freezing kale …
Here is a healthy recipe to try out… (Yep, this shake is deceivingly healthy.) Chocolate Smoothie Serves 2 5 ounces baby spinach 2 cups frozen blueberries 1/2 cup unsweetened soy or almond milk 1 banana 2-4 dates pitted 2 tablespoons natural cocoa powder 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds Blend all the ingredients in a high-powered …
On my quest to learning how to cook, I bought a rather colossal amount of kale. Said kale came home and sat on my counter as I investigated the situation. …Now what do I do with you? So I did what any other clueless millennial does… I enlisted the help of Google and Pinterest. …
It’s Super Bowl Sunday! Calories don’t count today, right? If you’re looking for a last minute recipe, here is one I recently made from the blog, The Nesting Corral. Baked Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups Filling Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 4-5 Tablespoons buffalo sauce 1/4 cup ranch dressing …
I’m the girl who brings chips and dip to work holiday party potlucks. (Nevermind that I still insist on creating a Pinterest full of recipes!) This Thanksgiving, I was thankful for a family who loves me enough to act as a guinea pig to my endearing attempts at recipes. Sure, it’s not gourmet, but it’s not chips and …