goodness, fitness, wellness
Brussels sprouts are a popular fall and winter vegetable. Think Thanksgiving, or Christmas dinner. But I love them year-round, and found a couple of great ways to enjoy them in the summer months, while at the lake – one way thanks to my sister Sherri. While at the lake together, Sherri had the ingredients for... Continue Reading →
Like a bit of heat and versatility in your meals and summer drinks? Try these incredibly easy pickled jalapeno peppers to spice up your life! Recently our family came to visit, which meant lazy days at the lake, wiener roasts and burgers and easy meals. But our family also likes a bit of spice and heat,... Continue Reading →
At a recent trip to the butcher, I saw a fresh chicken breast made into cordon bleu in the display. I had never thought about making that at home, unless it involved warming up a packaged, frozen one. It seemed to be a restaurant-only meal. But seeing it in the butcher got me thinking, and... Continue Reading →
I am a real sucker for cheese. Any kind of cheese. My theory is that cheese could make a stone taste good. So in a crunch, cheese can be used to put together any kind of meal – serving as the protein in a main course, adding flavour and protein to a salad, a go-to... Continue Reading →
One of the easiest things to make, which tastes so amazing, is homemade tomato sauce. I have almost broken the habit of ever buying canned tomato sauce or stewed tomatoes, in favour of roasting the tomatoes myself. I actually discovered this while on Weight Watchers a few years ago. A roasted tomato sauce has zero... Continue Reading →
Schnitzel and spaetzle During the week, I do my best to eat light meals such as salads, chicken breast, even meat-free meals. But when the weekend arrives, I like the treat of a home-cooked, not-quite-as-healthy meal….like the spaetzle I have finally mastered, which is a perfect sidekick to Ron’s schnitzel. Ron has a German background... Continue Reading →
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