(Healthy) Banana Muffins I am definitely on a breakfast muffin kick! These muffins are BANANA, I’d even like to suggest extra banana-y but clearly, it isn’t a word. I have compromised in this recipe and done half whole wheat flour and half white flour (eeek) and wow what an incredible difference; these are light enough that you can’t tell they’re ...
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Layered Vegetable Bake with Fresh Thyme
Layered Vegetable Bake with Fresh Thyme I was at a complete loss as to what to call this. Not only could I not decide what it is, I couldn’t decide on it’s ethnicity; I considered it French but my mother considered it Italian. Whatever the name, whatever the ethnicity, it’s delicious. This comes together easily and presents impressively. Don’t ...
Chocolate Cherry Biscotti
Chocolate Cherry Biscotti This is my decadent version of the Italian, twice baked cookie. The sweetness of the dried cherries add a richness and sweetness and it’s funny that this is described as decadent because it’s whole wheat and low fat! Makes about 18 Biscotti 1 ½ Cup Whole wheat flour ¼ Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder 1 tsp baking ...
French Onion Soup
French Onion Soup It was a rainy fall day and onions were on sale! I bought a 10 lb bag, so what to do, what to do. I’m giving you a glimpse into my neurosis! This soup has a reputation for being delicious but the secret’s out; it’s easy too! Serves 4 ½ tbsp butter 4 Medium onions, sliced in half moons 3 Cloves garlic, crushed ¼ ...
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 ...