Speaking of peppers, did you know that they are good for your health? More than the fact that peppers give your dishes a kick, they also give food a splash of color. Another thing about peppers is that, when cooked right, they add texture to your dishes. Now on to their health benefits – peppers [...]
Bon Apetit’s Piquillo Pepper Cheese Crostini
Thinking of a different appetizer to serve on New Year’s Eve? Here’s something that might be of interest to you. You see, I love crostinis. I love the various dips that you can whip up even more. That’s why when I saw this recipe for piquillo pepper cheese crostini, I was hooked. You can’t go [...]
5 Drinks With Prosecco
What is a New Year’s party without the usual mix of drinks? I am sure that you are planning your own party for next week and I have the perfect idea for you – prosecco 5 ways! I actually saw this list on Food Network and thought that I’d share it with you. Just a [...]
More On Eating Green On The New Year
So you buy local produce (mostly), use fewer plastic bags, and eat low on the food chain. How else can you go green over the holidays? Here are a few more ideas. Buy organic food. To be honest, I sometimes think that buying organic products can be overrated. I understand the import of organic products [...]
Eating Green On The New Year
Do you feel as if you have overindulged over the Christmas holidays? Perhaps it is time to go the healthy route for the New Year! I would love to go the green way for the celebrations next week so let me share some of the tips that I will be following. Stick to the lower [...]
Give The Gift Of Cooking
‘ Tis the season for giving – are you still looking for the perfect gift for someone? Well here is a pretty delicious idea for you. Why not give a cookbook for the holidays? For recipients who love to spend time in the kitchen, a cookbook would be the best gift. But among the countless [...]
Mozarella Crusted Chicken Breast
Written by ⁄⁄ December 21, 2008 ⁄⁄ Fast Meal Ideas, Recipe, Soup Recipe, Yummy Can't Say No Chicken Recipes ⁄⁄
This is what I am cooking for dinner later today. I tried it once and everyone liked it so I thought I’d give it another go. The idea is to make something a bit different from what we’re used to and still use a healthy cut, such as chicken breast. Here’s the recipe, straight from [...]
5 Healthy Foods For The Holidays
I have given up trying to carry on with a strict diet regimen during the holidays. It simply does not work for me. Perhaps I am low on self-discipline and on emotional quotient. Still, that does not mean that I totally throw caution to the wind – hence this post. I found an interesting list [...]
Pretzels German-like
Written by ⁄⁄ December 21, 2008 ⁄⁄ Candies & Truffles Recipe, Chocolate, Dessert Recipes, Snack Recipes ⁄⁄
Thinking of a good foodie gift for Christmas? Or maybe you need to whip up quick snacks for people to munch on. Here is a perfect recipe for you – Chocolate pretzels from Germany. I found this recipe from Taste.com.au and I think that it just might be a hit this year. Ingredients • 125g [...]
