Serve this spicy mango salsa with grilled chops or fish. The citrusy taste breaks through the greasy aftertaste of the meat, and cleanses the palate. Very refreshing for hot days, too. Ingredients 2 cups diced fresh mango 2 cups fresh peaches, pitted and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger root 1/4 [...]
Easter Lamb cake
Make this with your kids, or serve as the centerpiece of an elaborate Easter meal. To find this lamb cake mold (or other cute ones for bunnies, eggs and religious images) go to this baking tools site. Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix 1 (16 ounce) can white frosting 3 cups flaked coconut [...]
How to replace salt in your diet
Written by ⁄⁄ March 14, 2008 ⁄⁄ Something Salty, Tid Bits & News, Weight Watchers Recipe & Handy Info ⁄⁄
Salt certainly adds a lot of flavor to a dish, but too much of it can cause health complications and bloatedness. So how do you cut back on salt without meals tasting as bland as cardboard? Try adding liberal amounts of lemon and garlic. These are strong flavors that can help mask the lack of [...]
Kidney cleansing drink
Suffering from kidney stones? Flush your system with this simple routine that many people swear by. Just mix equal parts lemon juice and olive oil about 5oz each at the first sign of a kidney stone. You can also add honey for taste. Mix well and drink. Another more palatable option? Eat as many watermelons [...]
Homemade ice cream
Here’s something you can do with your kids — that you can make in a bag! No ice cream maker required, just sugar, milk, vanilla, rock salt, ice cubes and a Ziploc bag. Get the instructions and some tips from other parents here.
Best delivery pizzas
You’ve got the pizza, the DVDs, the cold beer… what’s missing? Pizza, of course! Not in the mood to cook? Not a problem. Here’s a list of best delivery pizzas ranked by the Yahoo editorial team. Do you agree? There’s only one way to find out — start dialing!
No-fat artichoke dip
Lose the fat, not the flavor. Here’s a delicious creamy artichoke dip that’s great for vegetables, crackers or toast. Try them with pitas for a simple gourmet lunch (bake the pitas at 400 degrees for 8 minutes for an extra crunch) Ingredients 1 14-oz. can water-packed artichoke hearts, drained, finely chopped, and pressed in strainer [...]
Low Fat Herb Roast Chicken
Written by ⁄⁄ March 7, 2008 ⁄⁄ Recipe, Weight Watchers Recipe & Handy Info, Yummy Can't Say No Chicken Recipes ⁄⁄
Here’s a simple, low-fat recipe for chicken. If you’ve got any leftovers, slice intro strips before returning to the refrigerator. You can use it for salads or a sandwich. For other low fat cooking tips go to About.com Ingredients 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion 1 stalk celery, [...]
Cranberry dressing
A delicious, tangy salad with a lot of flavor and very few calories. Serve it as a quick snack, or as an appetizer for a fancy dinner with friends. Ingredients 1/2 c Jellied cranberry sauce 1/4 c Raspberry or red wine vinegar 1/4 c Oil 1 tb Dijon mustard Just mix everything in a blender, [...]
Tip for low-fat salad dressings
Most people eat salads to lose weight, but then defeat the purpose by drowning the greens in fat-heavy dressings. Instead, use a light dressing but add texture with xanthan gum, a thickening agent found in health food stores. Just add 1/8 teaspoon to any dressing recipe.
