Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (Almost Fat Free) I must admit that I thought I had never had buttermilk. It sounds gross and fattening, and when I think of buttermilk I picture Michael Seaver’s face from “Growing Pains”. Anyway, if you’ve ever had a “Cool Ranch Dorito” then you have tasted buttermilk. It is tangy and smells kind of funny but it adds ...
Archives for July 2013
Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf
Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf My girlfriend asked me to make this recipe healthier because she is absolutely addicted to Starbuck’s Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf; according to their website it has 470 calories per serving! That’s a lot! Also, their portion is huge! When I tasted it all I could think of was how incredible the lemon flavour was. This is my ...
Mexican Fiesta (Beef) Burger
Mexican Fiesta (Beef) Burger Now I must say that (again) I’m not 100% sure this burger could be considered Mexican but I assure you it was the inspiration! This was the first time I used lime zest and oh my, it was incredible! The lime cuts through the beef, sour cream and cumin and adds a freshness that is simply amazing. This burger tastes ...
Pan Seared Asparagus with a Soy Sauce Glaze
Pan Seared Asparagus with a Soy Sauce Glaze This is one of my go to sides, regardless of the season and regardless of whether it’s a quick dinner for myself, or I am hosting a dinner. This has always been a hit and it is beyond simple. And yes, I'm on an asparagus kick; it was just in season here! Serves 4 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 5 ...
Guacamole
Guacamole Somewhere along the line avocados became a fruit to be avoided (yes, it is a fruit). While yes, there are a lot more calories and fat (healthy fat) in an avocado the health benefits of this food, in my mind, make this a super food. Avocados are packed full of fibre to help with weight loss or maintenance, they are rich in antioxidants, ...