The slimming tip “I’ll take my dressing on the side” is one everybody has heard before. I want to take it a step further. Although we get our dressing on the side, it can end up being a diet mistake because we then dip each forkful, covering the entire bite with dressing. Or we take grilled chicken strips from the salad and dip the whole strip into the dressing (I am so guilty of doing this). A great way to…
The Painless Way to Sub Veggies for Cheese
Eggs are one of the best things to eat when trying to get slim. They are packed with protein, low in carbs and filling. I usually use egg whites and then add a yolk for flavor and a dose of good fat. I eat them often, not just for breakfast, but also as a no-fuss, healthy dinner option. But the healthy properties go out the window when the cheese is dumped in. Growing up, was cheese always an accoutrement to…
Make! Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
So your mom is watching the kids. You have a gorgeous dinner prepared and want a dessert that is delicious, tastes decadent and not all that bad for you? I am excited to share this recipe because it is outstanding and easy! If you like cookie dough, chocolate and gooey goodness, give this recipe a try. This recipe has been modified from an incredible blogger The Wannabe Chef. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 0 minutes Makes about 24 truffles:…
Pour! Tasty Wine Suggestions (All Under $20)
All of my friends know wine is a passion for me. I’ve enjoyed some amazing, very expensive wines. But I’ve also had some incredible reds under $20 that taste more expensive than their price tag. If you are making a nice dinner I realize you are spending a lot of money on ingredients, so here are some value reds (most under $15) to help you save money and enhance your meal. I stayed away from heavy wines, like Malbecs, and…
Super Shape up Tip: Kick the Ketchup
It’s crazy to me that so many people think ketchup is healthy because it has tomatoes. Just because it is partially made from tomatoes does not make it healthy! Yes, you may get a irrelevant amount of lycopene when you use it, but you will also be getting a high dose of sugar. Sugar is the devil when it comes to weight loss. Also, did you notice that people put ketchup mostly on fatty and salty foods (no one ever…
Romantic Evening? Set the Mood and Create a Playlist
So you have your perfectly prepared steak (from my prior post) and your healthy sides, like spinach sautéed in olive oil along with fingerling potatoes and a fresh, colorful salad. The food is plated up and ready to go. But wait! We need to set the mood. The right ambiance turns food into an “experience.” And don’t you want your significant other to feel like the dinner is an experience since you put a lot of time and thought into…
