Friday’s Surf & Turf #5
Here's this week's list of interesting things I came across while surfing the web: Two Dogs And An Ice Cream Antibiotics In Meat On The Rise Worldwide, Especially Bacon Antibiotics, Drug Resistant Bacteria Going Airborne Near Texas Cattle Yards Study: Biodegradable Plastics Not So Biodegradable 6 Smart Ways to Recycle Food Scraps Is Rose Hip The … Read More...
Tofu Tikka Masala with Edamame & Quinoa
I can't seem to get enough curry lately. Indian restaurants usually feature Chicken Tikka Masala on their menus and it's one of my favorites. I love the flavors of the sauce but wanted to make it vegan, as well as shed some calories and fat by dropping the ghee (clarified butter), oil, and heavy cream. This sauce has all of the flavor without the … Read More...
Melon Banana Smoothie with Fresh Basil
I think I just discovered my new favorite smoothie. My usual "go to" version has a base of banana, blueberries and raspberries. But we found some beautiful melons and basil at the market and this idea popped in my head. The melons were so sweet and juicy that I had to wrestle enough away from my husband to make this drink. And it's a good thing I … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #4
Here's this week's list of links to things on the web that caught my eye this week. Reminder: Most, but not all, of these articles are food/health related. Just because I provide a link does not necessarily mean I agree with the content. I just like to know what's going on out there -- the good, the bad, and the ugly. 7 Unhealthiest Foods on the … Read More...
Cream of Spring Greens Soup
This may sound like a peculiar combination of ingredients, but you've gotta trust me on this one. I was at the store and started grabbing everything I could find in season off the shelves. I didn't have any particular recipe in mind – I just wanted something fresh and Spring-y. I don't use lettuce in cooked soups very often, but the butter … Read More...
Grilled Blue Cheese Green Apple & Arugula on Pumpernickel
Holy Mackerel! This ain't yo mama's grilled cheese! Chewy. Gooey. You know you want one! This isn't one of my typical low fat, no guilt recipes. Although I dare say it has less calories and a teensy bit more nutrition that your standard grilled cheese. And tons more flavor. This is grilled cheese all grown … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #3
Here's this week's list of eye-catching tidbits I found on the web. Reminder: Most, but not all, of these articles are food/health related. Just because I provide a link to a story does not necessarily mean I agree with it. I just think it's good to know what's going on and being said out there -- the good, the bad, and the ugly. Meet Ethiopia's … Read More...
Curried Okra & Potatoes
I didn't intend to post two curry recipes in a row, but I've been on a curry kick. In typical fashion, the weather in Chicago is fluctuating between balmy summer temperatures during the day to near freezing at night. My solution is to make curry which I think works in any climate. What I love about curries is that you can play with the spices to … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #2
Here's this week's list of interesting pieces I found surfing the web: Why Are Researchers Studying Fresh Poop & Farts? Which Countries Are Kindest to Animals? Heart Melt - Neighbors Surprise Hearing-Impaired Man The 8 Cruelest Foods You Eat Adorable Owl & Cat Are Best Friends That Sugar Film: How 60 Days of Eating "Health … Read More...
Spiced Lentil & Millet Stew
I shied away from curry for many years because I thought they were all spicy hot – the kind that make you sweat and your nose run. I was pleasantly surprised to find that many curries are loaded with rich, exotic flavors without all of the heat. This recipe is exactly that – all of the savoriness without the fire. Garam masala is a spice I don't … Read More...