My family loves this corn casserole, which is great for family get togethers – like today’s Father’s Day celebration. But our original recipe uses lots of butter and sour cream, so I lightened it by substituting buttermilk for butter, non-fat Greek yogurt for sour cream, and fat-free cheddar for cheddar cheese. I couldn’t taste the […]
Side Dish
Mango Chutney
I made this chutney as one of the ingredients for my bobotie, a South African dish. Check out the recipe: http://www.cookingupjustice.com/bobotie. Unfortunately, because I was adding to the other dish, I completely forgot to take a picture. The serving size of this recipe is just enough to be added to bobotie. Feel free to double […]
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Lentil Chili
On a cold day, it’s nice to warm up with a bowl of chili. You don’t need meat to make it a hearty meal. Lentils and beans are a great high protein way to feel satisfied. Sign up to receive notification of my next recipe.
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Better than Red Lobster Garlic Herb Biscuits
My eight year-old was manipulated by Daisy Cottage Cheese commercials. I did warn her she wouldn’t like cottage cheese, but she insisted. I figured I could spend the $3 on cottage cheese because if she did like it, it is a healthy protein-based food. Alas. She did not like it. So I started looking for […]
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Tahini Sauce
Enjoy this lemony sauce over falafel, potatoes, or any crudites. Check out the companion recipe for Air Fried Falafel. Add your email address to receive notification of my next recipe.
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Air Fried Falafel
Falafel is a tasty Middle Eastern dish that’s full of healthy chick peas. These tasty treats make a great appetizer, meal, or sandwich. Pairs well with Tahini Sauce. Sign up to receive notifications of my next post.
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New Year’s Black Eyed Peas
Tradition says you should avoid eating certain foods on New Year’s Day, while eating certain foods will bring wealth and luck in the new year, such as ham and black eyed peas. Avoid eating chicken because you don’t want to be pecking in the dirt in the new year! Enjoy this simple black eyed pea […]
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Sweet Potato Casserole
An easy make-ahead side that’s perfect for Thanksgiving.
Apple Muffins
Using a homemade apple syrup as the sweetener, you won’t miss the refined sugar in these tasty muffins. If you would like to hear about my next recipe, subscribe to my blog.
German-style Potato Salad
A perfect make-ahead dish to bring to your Labor Day BBQ. Add your email address to receive notification of my next blog post.
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