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    Roasted Chicken Thighs with Herb Butter

    August 5, 2020

    One of the most simple cooking methods is roasting. Roasting means to oven cook food, whether meats or vegetables, in a shallow uncovered pan. This method usually produces a well-browned exterior and moist interior. Temperatures for roasting are generally higher than for baking, and the pan must be uncovered so the food does not stew in its own juices. Another criterion for roasting is that it requires fat, either as part of the food like duck or added, like butter to potatoes. Cuts of meat or poultry for roasting must be reasonably tender. Tougher pieces are better prepared with moist cooking methods such as braising. What happens in roasting? An…

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    March 6, 2019

    As you may know, I am really working on losing a few extra pounds – ok – A LOT of extra pounds. I have been seeking recipes using Asian inspired spices, which have incredible health benefits.  While searching these out, I discovered a fellow blogger’s recipe for “Sazon Goya” (thank you from the SkinnyTaste.com).  It is a type of seasoning salt found in Mexican markets.   I decided to play with it a bit and use turmeric for some Asian inspiration. You are going to love this chicken recipe, which includes healthy ingredients, but maintains a simplistic approach for a quick weeknight meal. I promise this Asian-Mexican fusion chicken recipe…

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    Step 3: Perfect Portions for Weight Loss

    October 3, 2018

    Portion control is personally, my most frustrating issue with weight loss.  Usually, when I taste something really good, I eat as I will never have the opportunity to eat it again.  Of course, that is the wrong mentality.  Eating at home, I can always repeat a delicious meal or eat leftovers. However, what about when you are putting the food on the plate?  From step 1, we learned to keep the food in the kitchen, don’t bring it to the table; so you can avoid those disastrous second helpings. In step 3, I am learning how to “guesstimate” portions, so I can eat meals and snacks with the right amount…

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    Weeknight Taco Chicken For Two

    July 25, 2018

    Figuring out dinner on a weeknight can be very frustrating, but you will find my weeknight taco chicken for two very satisfying. Especially, if you want to keep the meal light, but flavorful. But chicken is so versatile and can be filled with flavor, it is a great option. I hope this is an easy one for you to try.  Let me know in the comments if you make it at home. Benefits of chicken Of course, chicken is one of the leanest meats and low in saturated fats.  Doctors are always telling me to cut back on my red meat intake, so the next best protein is chicken. In…

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    Meatball Sub Converted to a Comfort Casserole For Two

    January 5, 2018

    The term CASSEROLE refers to both a baking dish and the ingredients it contains. My husband, and others for that matter, seem to cringe at the thought of a CASSEROLE for dinner? Why? If I like the ingredients, why wouldn’t I make this convenient, simplified meal? We love meatballs, but do not like the disaster of eating a sub sandwich stuffed with an unsteady red sauce;  it usually ends up all over me. This dish works because… Using chicken, we make the meatballs leaner and more healthy. The sauce being confined to a casserole dish, allows you to enjoy the accompaniment with each bite-sized meatball. The bread and cheese become enhancements…

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