Spinach Tomato Omelette with Cheese I'm so pleased with this omelette. It's because it's so darn healthy and so wonderfully yummy.My dear daughter-in-law is pregnant and came up with this omelette as a super healthy lunch. I've been making it for her most days and have gotten to love it too. It's so easy I have to share.First of all, this is … [Read more...]
Fast Pesto Pizza Appetizers:
White Pizza with PestoWho wouldn't love this white pizza made with three cheeses and a savory pesto? You can assemble it quickly on pita bread anytime people stop by, but it's also a great little meal for when you don't have much time to cook. It takes just 10 minutes to assemble and then 15 minutes in the oven. A good deal all around.This is a … [Read more...]
Easy Chicken Fajita Bar for Game Day or Fast Family Meals
Easy Chicken Fajitas Want a quick, fresh-tasting meal you can throw together after a busy day? Here's one of my go-to meals when we've had a hectic day. Fajitas! Fajita bar toppings for assemble-it-yourself fajitas are easy to set up and it makes entertaining easier for you. Great for game day, Cinco De Mayo, or just a great Fajita … [Read more...]
Pantry Lists and What You Really Use
Saving money by cooking at home is easier when we have all the ingredients needed at hand. We're not as tempted to go out for a meal.Does that mean you should have a well-stocked pantry with every possible ingredient you'd want? No. If you shop once a week or bi-weekly you will stock what you need for planned meals. So planning ahead keeps you … [Read more...]
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This appetizer is a nice change from the same old dips. It's also super healthy and great for dieters. I've even heard some wedding planners say it's sophisticated enough for the cocktail hour at wedding receptions. Who knew?This goes together very quickly; just throw everything in the blender, a few pulses and you're done! You need to chill it … [Read more...]
Healthy Greek Tuna Salad Pitas in 20 Minutes
Flavor! That's what these pita sandwiches are all about. It's a fresh-tasting Greek salad in a sandwich! With tomatoes, cucumbers, savory Greek olives, feta, tuna, and romaine, what's not to like? And it uses healthy olive oil and lemon juice instead of mayo! One reviewer thought some pesto dip would be great added to the mix. If you … [Read more...]
Healthy Convenience Foods I Love
Convenience foods often get a bad reputation. They usually are highly processed foods with little nutrition. Yet, we have busy lives and look for short-cuts when we can. The following items are actually very healthy foods that are very convenient. I love to keep these items on hand and use them quite often. 1. Frozen blueberries: I buy these … [Read more...]