Recipe – Cucumber Cooler

by Mary // September 1, 2015 // No Comments

This is a very refreshing drink on a hot summer day! And it’s very good for you too! Half of a cucumber, halved lengthways 3 carrots, peeled 3 celery stalks, tops trimmed off Tip: Fruit juices are great for overall... Continue reading →

Recipe – Easy Lunch-Time Chicken Stix

by Mary // August 25, 2015 // No Comments

This recipe is great for school lunches, just remember to use a cold pack so that they don’t spoil. 3 to 4 lbs. chicken tenders (If you don’t have chicken tenders, boneless skinless chicken breasts will work also, just... Continue reading →

Gluten-Free Beets and Apples Dressed in Maple Syrup

by Mary // April 9, 2015 // No Comments

Salad…Just the word salad makes us think “healthy.” This may not always the case. For instance, those deli salads we love, are not as healthy as we think they are. We have no idea how much fat, sugar or sodium... Continue reading →

Teriyaki Salmon with Vegetables

by Mary // February 15, 2015 // 8 Comments

Since my dear hubby had a stroke last weekend, for Valentines Day, I decided to forgo my favorite dinner, steak on the grill, for something a little more heart healthy and I came up with this recipe. I really, really... Continue reading →

Recipe-Chicken Stew with Herbs

by Mary // January 5, 2015 // 12 Comments

Over the weekend, I wanted to make something hearty to eat. I thought, beef stew! Well I didn’t have any beef in the house, but I did have chicken. Hmmm, chicken stew. I’ve never made it before. So I did... Continue reading →

Tomato Broccoli Take-Along

by Mary // December 22, 2014 // No Comments

This week I’m gearing up to New Years and all of you who will be looking for healthier recipes and eating lighter. This recipe is a great one to take to work with you. The fiber in the broccoli will... Continue reading →

Avocado and Tomato Salad

by Mary // December 19, 2014 // No Comments

I never liked avocado until I had a salad at a restaurant that had avocado in it. I figured I’d try it. Surprise…it was really good in that salad. This recipe is not anything like the salad I had at... Continue reading →

Marmalade Pork Chops

by Mary // December 17, 2014 // No Comments

Continuing with the theme of light here’s a really yummy recipe for pork chops that no one will suspect is light. This makes a fairly quick, light meal when paired with a tossed salad. Marmalade Pork Chops Continue reading →

Vegetarian Stroganoff

by Mary // December 15, 2014 // No Comments

This week I’m offering up some lighter healthier main dishes to get you all ready for after the holidays. Today in honor of meatless Monday, I have a Vegetarian Stroganoff for you. If you are like me, and don’t care... Continue reading →

Greek Tahini Dip

by Mary // December 12, 2014 // No Comments

This dip is delicious and can be served as an appetizer with crunchy raw vegetables and crackers or served on crusty bread. I use a nice gluten free baguette cut on the diagonal and toasted in the oven to make... Continue reading →