Guilt-Free Stir-Fried Rice
This is a great way to use up leftovers! Ingredients: 2 tsp. olive oil 1 green onion, sliced thin ½ bell pepper, chopped 1 carrot, julienned 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce ¼ tsp....
View ArticleHealthy-Fat Cranberry Orange Muffins
A favorite recipe with a healthy twist! Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour (or use 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup white whole wheat flour) 1 cup sugar, divided 1½ tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda...
View ArticleFat-free Banana Bread
A fat-free take on an old standby. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 2/3 cup regular oats 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. salt 2/3 cup sugar ¼ cup fat-free...
View ArticleThree-Bean Chili
A simple chili that’s sure to please year round. Ingredients: 1/3 c. water, nonfat broth or wine 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium carrot, chopped 7 cups water 1/3 cup tomato...
View ArticleStrawberry Freezer Jam Recipe
Easily capture berry flavor in a jar without cooking or canning! Freezer jam can be made in less than an hour, and you only need a few ingredients. 4 lbs. fresh strawberries (or three 12-oz. pkgs....
View ArticlePopcorn In a Paper Bag
Nothing beats the taste of popcorn on a movie night! But recently my sister told me that microwave popcorn was bad for you, so I had to look into it. Turns out the hot steam contains toxic chemicals,...
View ArticleTips On Grilling Corn In the Husk
One of my summer favorites: Fresh corn grilled in the husk. Grilling corn is easy to do, and can make for a rich and sweet flavored corn on the cob, in comparison to boiling. Boiling corn zaps some of...
View ArticleRecipe: Southwest Orzo Salad
Here’s another personal favorite for summertime cooking. This easy recipe combines the bright fresh flavors of the season with the piquant depth of chipotle peppers. Since it’s so easy to assemble, it...
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