Penne alla Vodka I have a confession to make, this was the first time I had this pasta. Every time I thought about it, I would think about how much cream, fat and calories were in it and then I’d talk myself out of it. Here, there’s my compromise; there’s cream but it’s half & half, and it’s also half the amount other recipes call ...
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Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu – 1
Valentine's Day Dinner Menu - Menu Idea 1 I personally find that Valentine's Day only matters when you're single, am I alone here!?! Â In case I'm wrong (I'm sure it's happened) here is my first menu idea to help you prepare a romantic and delicious meal for your love... Or your friends if you're single! Â Stay tuned because in a few days I'll be ...
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Spaghetti and Meatballs So I think I have stressed how much I love taking fatty food and making it low fat and healthy but have I stressed my other passion? I love getting this done in under an hour! That’s right; spaghetti and meatballs that are low fat and done in under an hour. I’m the modern day nonna except I’m 34 … and blond!  Besides ...
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Mashed Potatoes It has been a crappy spring so far :(  It’s April and cold and crappy and you can always do with another mashed potato recipe. Did I mention this is almost fat free? Yup! The only fat comes from the milk. The flavour of this dish is incredible, you get the soft echo of the garlic without the intensity. ...
2018 Father’s Day Dinner Menu
2018 Father's Day Dinner Menu To start: Creole Shrimp and Avocado Followed by: Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken with (Baked) Texas Roadhouse Potato Skins ‘ and... Steakhouse Mushrooms and of course a Green Salad with...  Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette For dessert:  Gooey Yummy Chocolate Brownies (served warm), ...
Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu 2018
Valentine's Day Dinner Menu 2018 Call me old-fashioned but I still think a homemade dinner is waaaaaaaay more romantic than a restaurant or take-out. Â Don't be nervous if you're not 100% gifted in the kitchen because I have a no-fail, delicious and deliciously simple (healthy) menu for anyone and everyone :) To Start: Soy and Sesame Glazed ...
New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu 2018
New Year's Eve Dinner Menu 2018 As an hors hors d'oeuvres: Baked Brie To Start: Mussels Dijonnaise The Main Course: Roast Beef Roasted Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy Spicy Green Beans and a Green Salad with Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Happy New Year everyone; I hope 2018 brings health, joy and ...
Perfect Roast Beef
Perfect Roast Beef This is another recipe I shared when I first began blogging and I'm so proud of it :) This is the perfect time of year to prepare and serve a roast beef. This is easy and it’s something that’s sure to impress. This recipe is more about technique then an actual recipe. Follow these guidelines and you’ll be fine, I ...
A Perfect Mother’s Day Menu
A Perfect Mother's Day Menu To start: Baked Lobster Dip Followed by: Pasta with Cremini Mushrooms, Shrimp and Asparagus Served with: A green salad with Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette And for dessert??? Gooey Yummy Chocolate Brownies, topped with mom's fav ice cream, frozen yogurt or whipped cream :) ...
Stress-Free Easter Dinner
Stress-Free Easter Dinner Instead of a weekly meal plan since we have an extra long weekend. Â I wanted to share an Easter menu that can be on the table in 2 hours or less; thats right 2 hours or less! Start with the chicken, then move on to prepping the dip, then the potato salad and while the chicken is resting (after roasting), roast the ...
Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu – 2
Valentine's Day Dinner Menu - 2 Here we are, the night before Valentine's Day... don't panic! Â Here is another completely delicious and impressive meal; my second menu in my two-part menu inspired by Valentine's Day. Â Honestly, at this point in my life I get more annoyed with how much money Mike has to spend on roses that i actually prefer he ...
Lasagna Rolls
Lasagna Rolls This is a sophisticated alternative to traditional lasagna.  I don’t want to say simpler because there are still many components to it but many can be done ahead of time. Also, allowing the sauce to cook as it bakes with the lasagna is a great time (and dish) saver! Might I suggest this as an option to your Easter table this ...