Are you wondering what fruits and vegetables are in season now? I picked out the top 5 and their benefits as an extra helping of information. Please feel free to share some more that you know of: 1. Strawberries – are a first choice in the spring because they’re low calorie, abundant locally when in season. One cup of…
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Aglio Olio Angel Hair Pasta with Broccoli
Aglio Olio (Garlic and Olive Oil) Angel Hair Pasta with Broccoli. This is a great, light pasta dish filled with flavor with LOTS of Garlic and Olive oil. With this dish you can add any kind of topping from Broccoli to Bacon or Pancetta to Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes. It’s a great summer time meal…
Eggplant Alla Norma Recipe
This is the recipe that I brought to The Chew, I hope you enjoy it !! EGGPLANT ALLA NORMA Ingredients: 1 med Eggplant 4 large garlic cloves 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil 1/4 lb Baby Porto Bella Mushrooms 1 Can of Plain Crushed Tomatoes ¼ cup of Fresh Basil 1 Large Onion 1 small can of…
The Chew
If you haven’t watched this show yet, you’re really missing out on a lot of great tips on food, Style, and nutrition. The hosts of the show are Clinton Kelly ( From “What not to wear”), Mario Batali (Ciao America, Molto Mario and Iron Chef), Michael Symon (Iron chef), Carla Hall (Top Chef), and Daphne Oz…
Chicken Club Wrap
Every now and then we get cravings for fast food. Maybe we find ourselves hiding in parking lots or locked in our rooms; as we chow down on the juicy fast food chicken sandwich. But did you ever stop and think of how easy it is to make a fast food Sandwich at home, and have it…
Filet Mignon and Shrimp
Last night for dinner I made some Filet Mignon topped with lemon butter dill sauce; with Shrimp and a side of Sauted Broccolini, Baby Portobello Mushrooms, Leeks, Garlic and Olive oil. A filling meal but yet light on the belly. The aroma of everything cooking was delish. If you haven’t had broccolini before, give it a try. It tastes like…
Chicken and Swiss wrapped in Turkey Bacon
Chicken and Swiss Cheese wrapped with Turkey Bacon accompanied by a side of mini yellow idaho potatoes, which I used the pan drippings and added a little bit of butter for the browning and some garlic and olive oil asparagus. A simple yet delightful meal. Just remember any meal can be turned into a fancy restaurant dish. 8…
Falafels For Fun
This is an easy, yet healthy dish, filled with lots of flavor. Homemade Falafel topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, greek plain yogurt, dash of salt, pepper, dill and paprika with olive oil is all you need. Pita bread and greek olive hummus compliments the side. It’s a great combination of a platter. For leftovers the nest day…
Cheese Steak & Chicken Crepes
I love crepes, so I decided to try and make something different. Since crepes are simple to make, and light, why not make them as a cheese steak. I took chicken, Steak, spinach, mushrooms and mild sharp cheddar, then topped it with caramelized onions and a dash of paprika. Crepes don’t always have to be sweet so give it a try with…
Finger Lickin Good
I decided to try something new and slow cook my ribs. All I can say is that the meat was falling off of the bone. The sweet corn and garlic and butter green beans were the perfect touch to this finger lickin’ good platter. This tastes amazing and it is a lot easier than doing ribs…
Classic Italian Chicken Parm
Classic Italian chicken parm is an all time favorite of mine and plenty of people out there LOVE this dish. I made my own tomato sauce with fresh herbs and spices, and for bread crumbs I used fresh herbs as well instead of buying the already seasoned one. Along the side I placed some Italian garlic…
Hawaiian Catfish and Shrimp with Argula, Pineapple and Mangos
I was at the Philadelphia International Flower Show this week and got very inspired to cook something Hawaiian. I marinated the Shrimp and Catfish in a Hawaiian Marinade and let it set for 30 min. While the fish was marinating I began to prepare the salad. Baby Argula, cabbage, carrots, Pineapple and Mangos were topped with a dressing, in…
Homemade Delish 