Mushroom and Asparagus Medley with a Soy Sauce and White Wine Glaze We’ve all been there; we have vegetables that need to be cooked before they become a science experiment but we want to try something new, and quick. This was me the other day, I had mushrooms and asaparagus in the fridge but really wanted something new. This salad is actually a ...
Sides
Cream of Broccoli Soup
Cream of Broccoli Soup Cream of broccoli soup; healthy and low fat? Trust me; look at the ingredient list, no cream! To be honest, I thought I was going to add cream but when I tasted it I realized it was already creamy. This is a really quick, healthy, hearty soup that is virtually fat free. The starchiness from the potato takes care of ...
Pizza Sauce
Pizza Sauce What makes this recipe different from my other tomato sauces is the fact that it is a raw sauce. This recipe is so ridiculously easy you're going to think I'm crazy; that is, until you taste it! I use this sauce in many of my pizza recipes, enjoy!!!! 1 398 ml can of diced tomatoes 2 Cloves of garlic crushed 1/2 tsp ...
Bolognese (Meat) Sauce
Bolognese (Meat) Sauce In my family we always call it “meat sauce” but really I guess it's a Bolognese sauce. This sauce comes out best if you let it simmer for 2 hours. My mother taught me how to make this but I have switched it up and made it my own; hopefully you will do the same in your kitchen too. I don't know about where you live but in ...
Potatoes au Gratin
Potatoes au Gratin Yep, Potatoes au Gratin, these are yummy, gooey, cheesy and yes; they are low fat. Trust me my friend, trust me! Serves 8 - 10 ½ tbsp butter 5 Large, red skinned potatoes, washed (skin on) 1 ½ Cup 1% milk ½ Cup fat free sour cream 5 Sprigs of fresh thyme, leaves only 1 tsp Dijon mustard 3 Cloves garlic, ...
Creamed Spinach
Creamed Spinach This is a stick-to-your-ribs, warm-you-up, side dish. This recipe like most is a good serving size for 4 people; I get 2 meals out of it! This is not the conventional creamed spinach recipe that calls for tons of butter and cheese, it is low fat and delicious. What is also great about this recipe is that it is a total “pantry” ...
French Fries
French Fries That’s right, I said French fries! I haven’t had a “real” French fry since February 2006. I have sworn off all deep fried foods, as a personal preference. So when I came up with this recipe I almost cried; they are that good! Keep in mind though that portion control is key, potatoes aren’t fattening per se but eating a large ...
Salsa
Salsa This isn’t your traditional fresh tomato salsa, I like to cook mine and then chill it. I’m not sure where I came up with this but man it works! This recipe is great in the months that tomatoes aren’t in season and are therefore lacking in flavour. I love tomatoes I’m sure you’ve noticed but in case I haven’t stressed it enough: tomatoes ...
Roasted Squash and Onion Soup (with Curry)
Roasted Squash and Onion Soup (with Curry) I have the curry in brackets because you can skip it and the soup is still amazing!!! Anytime you can add squash into your diet you’ll be adding vitamins A and K, and fibre! Serves 4 2 ib Squash (I used butternut), peeled, seeded, and chopped into cubes 1 Large onion, chopped 4 Cloves garlic, ...
Arrabiata Sauce
Arrabiata Sauce Arrabiata translates to angry; so this is my angry sauce! Actually it's simply a spicy/strong tomato sauce flavoured heavily with red chili flakes and tons of garlic... yum! Now I'm not promising you clean breath but if everyone is eating this then everyone cancels it out! 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp red chili ...
Potato Wedges (Wedgies!)
Potato Wedges (Wedgies!) I haven’t had a French fry since February 2006. I have totally sworn off deep fried food. These “wedgies” are my answer to a low fat healthy French fry without the guilt of the take out window. Serves 4 2 large russet potatoes scrubbed clean and dry (keep skin on) 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp Montreal ...
Grilled Corn
Grilled Corn It’s not the healthiest vegetable but oh man is it good! In fact I’m pretty sure corn is synonymous with summer for a large part of the population. So how does a girl get around the fact that this ‘vegetable’ definitely falls in the naughty category? Well, I have two strategies: one, skip the butter! The corn has tons of flavour ...