“Try It You’ll Like It” Turkey Chili
Winter chill is in the air, which makes it a perfect time to get a pot of this hearty and heart-healthy Turkey Chili cooking. It’s loaded with lycopene, vitamin C, iron and other micronutrients to support your immune system this flu season. Serve it alone or over brown rice with a crusty multigrain baguette and[Continue reading...]
Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
The holiday season brings out the baker in many people. Cookies are fun to bake, eat and share with friends. They don’t have to be off-limits, especially when loaded with good-for-you ingredients such as fresh cranberries and whole oats. These gems are good for your heart and soul, and they’re simply irresistible! For baking cookies,[Continue reading...]
Super Simple Spinach-Fennel-Lentil Soup
3 Tb. Olive oil 1 large fennel bulb, stems & base cut removed 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed 8 cups water or vegetable broth 1/2 tsp. salt 1 large bunch fresh spinach, washed 1 Tb. fennel seed salt & pepper to taste 1-2 fresh lemons In a large soup pot, heat the oil and add[Continue reading...]
North African Lentil-Vegetable Soup
This is my favorite lentil soup of all time based on the flavor combination of added cinnamon and ginger, but its true benefits are to your health. To make it vegetarian & vegan, simply use vegetable broth instead of chicken. It’s a quick, easy one-pot meal that convinces even “non-bean eaters” that lentils are to[Continue reading...]
Two Lentil Soups to Love
Lentils are my favorite legume because you’ll never leave the table hungry if you’ve eaten them! They are not only filling and taste great but are also low in calories and very high in fiber. Lentils are great in soups, but try them in cold salads too. Unlike most other legumes (beans) and many vegetables,[Continue reading...]
Must Make “Mama Stamberg’s Cranberry Relish”
This is absolutely the best cranberry dish, and you’ll be wise not to eat turkey without it. I am thankful some friends introduced me to this 10 years ago. The only thing I might change is substituting lowfat sour cream for the full fat version. Either way, the health benefits of the cranberries, onions and[Continue reading...]
Creamed Onions
This is an absolute winner at Thanksgiving and the perfect companion to turkey and all the other usual side dish suspects. If you’re vegetarian, the onions take main stage on the plate. Enjoy! Creamed Onions 1 lb. (or more) Pearl onions, white or mixed colors 2 Tb. Butter 2 Tb. Flour 1 1/2 c. Whole[Continue reading...]
Tofu-veggie Stir-fry
Stir fry is always a quick, easy and delicious way to get a variety of vegetables. Try this one with tofu for Breast Cancer Awareness month. You may substitute a variety of vegetables for this recipe. For fall, try bok choy, chinese cabbage, kale, celery or any others to suit your taste. Tofu will soak[Continue reading...]
Super Soy Shakes
If you’re thinking you’d like your daughter (or son) to try soy, these “milkshakes” are a great way to start. As with any shake or smoothie, there are many fruits to try with them, but here are two quickies that make for a great after-school treat. Chocolate Banana Soy Shake 1 frozen, peeled banana 1[Continue reading...]
Savory Sage Chicken with Butternut Squash & White Beans
It’s time for flavorful fall dishes. Butternut squash is everywhere — give this a try. Savory Sage Chicken with Butternut Squash & White Beans 1 small butternut squash 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 tsp. minced garlic 1/4 tsp. salt 3 Tb. olive oil 1 can cannellini beans 1 cup low sodium chicken broth 10[Continue reading...]
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