This simple frozen concoction was creamy and yummy and contains no added sugars–just the natural sweetness from the frozen bananas. When I am craving something sweet after dinner (I hate to admit that happens nightly), I may opt to whip up some of this creamy goodness. My dietitian colleague, Janel, turned me on to making […]
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Slow Cooker Stir-less Risotto
I love risotto but cooking it can be cumbersome. The process requires constant stirring and the addition of hot broth every second–or maybe it just seems that way– and sometimes, I simply don’t have the time to spend over the stove. That is why, I love my slow cooker. Simple add your favorite risotto ingredients […]
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It’s that time of year again! Got out my slow cooker for some warm and hearty dinner recipes. I love when my food cooks while I am busy doing other fun things. While I was creating this slow cooker chicken dish I am about to share with you, my son, Brennan asked why I don’t […]
Continue ReadingCreamy Coconut Rice
I love coconut anything. So last night I decided to make some Creamy Coconut Rice for the very first time. This is a quick fix recipe and my son, Brennan gave it the BIG thumbs up. I typically use brown rice in my recipes. I buy the Trader Joe’s frozen pre-cooked rice and use when […]
Continue ReadingSweet Caramelized Butternut Squash
This weekend, Russ and I had a nice mix of exercise and relaxing. We visited a dairy farm with my Mom in Rhode Island, close to where she grew up as a child, called Wright’s Dairy Farm. There’s lots of creamy goodness at Wrights! The treats are very rich and very tasty but what I […]
Continue ReadingCreamy Polenta with Thyme and Parmesan
I love anything made with corn meal and creamy polenta is one of my favorites. Like mashed potatoes and gravy, polenta is truly a comfort food (and perhaps a bit healthier.) Just look at this creaminess dish of love. Being married to an Italian, I do like to experiment with traditional Italian dishes. Polenta is […]
Continue ReadingCheesy Yogurt and Herb Chicken
I am a chicken fan. {Just saying’} I admire those that can eat a vegetarian diet but my body and taste buds do enjoy a bit of meat. Today I made a Cheesy Yogurt and Herb Chicken. Serious yum. Very moist and very savory. I am not a steak or burger fan and can […]
Continue ReadingPeanut Butter Oat Bran Cookies with Sunflower Seeds and Coconut
So I was meeting with a client this morning that mentioned she made some oat bran peanut butter cookies that tasted really great. Hmmmm…oat bran is a great source of soluble fiber which is helpful in lowing blood cholesterol and anything with peanut butter has my name on it…so… since I had about and hour […]
Continue ReadingPinterest: Smashed Potatoes
So far, so good. I have yet to find a recipe on Pinterest that I don’t absolutely love! Last night’s experiment, Smashed Potatoes. Want the recipe? Well, then….It is not my own, so…..Check out the recipe here! Serious yum! My husband, Russ was all over these potatoes. He loved ’em. And when Russ is happy, […]
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