by LindaRD | Jan 10, 2011 | Monday Bites
Nuts are high in calories and fat. That’s the truth. But does this mean that nuts are no good? No, not exactly. Whether you believe it or not, nuts are full of health benefits. They are high in protein, fiber and vitamins and minerals. They are friendly to the heart...
by LindaRD | Jan 1, 2011 | Popular Recipes
Ingredients: 1 can (14 oz.) light coconut milk (available at Trader Joe’s) 1 can (14 oz.) reduced-sodium chicken broth 6 quarter-size slices fresh ginger 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, cut in 1-in. pieces 1 pound boned, skinned chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-in....
by LindaRD | Dec 27, 2010 | Monday Bites
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” No disrespect to whoever originally quoted this, but there’s a lot more to lemons than just lemonade. When you’re given lemons you can make marmalade and candies, marinate chicken, fish and pork, bake pies, cakes or...
by LindaRD | Dec 21, 2010 | Healthy Eating
Sodium is one of the minerals that are generally “over-consumed.” From the potato fries you eat, the tomato sauce in your pasta and the canned goods you keep at home – sodium is practically everywhere. That’s why it’s so easy for most of us to consume beyond what is...
by LindaRD | Dec 20, 2010 | Monday Bites
Pasta dishes are perhaps one of the most loved foods all over the world. Pasta is so versatile that it can go along with almost anything. More often than not, we overload our pasta recipes with full-cream sauce, high-fat cheese or butter and processed meat. The next...
