Remember the sound of the Ice Cream Man? I remember all us kids went running for a dollar and our bicycles when we heard those chimes. Remember Rocketpops? Well here's my little healthy throwback.
You think you know pizza but have you grilled one at home on your gas grill?
After the holidays, you want to eat something pure, healthy and fresh so you can sort of recover as you venture out into the cold and shop your heart out. And there's still no better feel-good meal than a homemade soup to warm you up. Add some toasted sourdough bread for the perfect PC…
We've all got memories of Grandma's legendary home cooked beef stew. Create a new, healthy legend of your own with this uniquely smoky heartwarming winter favorite. I don't mind short, dark, blistery days when I can come home to this. I'll just put on my Snuggie and curl up on the couch with my bowl…
I like recipes like this. You throw everything into the food processor or the blender – and hit the switch. You can't go wrong. It's so easy it seems like it ought to be illegal.*Please note that this recipe is for the sauce and not for the steak itself
This new spin on fries is super high-presentation and surprisingly easy. No peeling necessary.
This Nutty Cranberry Rice Salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a refreshing meal or a hearty side dish. Combining the nutty essence of brown and wild rice with the sweetness of dried cranberries, the crunch of walnuts, and the fresh taste of spinach or watercress, this salad is both nutritious…
You can make this without rum for a refreshing mocktail!
If you can't find a Pummelo, a grapefruit is a great substitute for this fruit. Make this without Grand Marnier for a refreshing mocktail.
Filet Mignon with Sauteed Mushrooms, Arugula Salad with Figs & Pomegranates, and Roasted Cauliflower with Shallots & Sea Salt
In California we've literally got fresh organic peaches falling from the trees here in the Summertime. The only challenge is to figure out more delicious ways to eat 'em. Here's one more peachy treat, for breakfast this time.
Pizza. It is one of those soul-satisfying foods that is generally the enemy of weight loss due to the huge amount of fat and calories in most pizzas. But when you need it there just is no substitute. That's why I had to create this quick & healthy version.
You can make this as spaghetti or penne as shown here. You just can't beat homemade pasta with a rich meaty sauce. If you haven't had turkey as your meat sauce, you are in for a surprise. It's all in the saute!
Use different sizes and decorations to make little holiday "families" out of these cute little gingerbread people. I added some healthy twists to make them festive, fun and full of nutrients. Thank you to Cooking Light for the inspiration for this recipe.
There is nothing better than fresh grilled vegetables, especially when they are seasoned with just the right herbs and spices. In this recipe I use loads of fresh organic basil because the taste and health benefits are endless!
It wouldn't really be Christmas without frosted Christmas cookies. Lemon makes a delicious new flavor twist on this traditional favorite. Another great recipe I modified from Cooking Light.
Grilled chicken used to be drab. Not anymore – now it's bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
Another soon-to-be Summer classic that is bursting with flavor.
Perfect for any family dinner or special occasion!
Freedom! Not just freedom to light fireworks and live in a free country, but freedom from fats and calories and freedom to shamelessly run around in your swimsuit!