Carrot Cake

Apr 10, 2016 | Desserts, Recipes

This carrot cake has a very nice surprise. A cream cheese center.  Can you say yum, yum? Step 1: In a mixer, beat the carrots, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended.  In a large bowl combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to the carrot...

Mexican Lasagna

Apr 10, 2016 | Recipes

Mexican food is my weakness.  Anything with cheese, beans, Mexican spices and heat is my go to meal.  Mexican Lasagna is my way to use up tortillas and create a great meal … snack… lunch… Step 1: Prepare ground turkey by cooking until no longer pink...

Mediterranean Crab Salad

Apr 9, 2016 | Diet Friendly, Recipes, Seafood

I prepare this ahead of time and leave it in the refrigerator for the week.  It makes a great lunch as well as a light evening dinner.  The Mediterranean Crab salad is a unique way to use the imitation chunk crab found in most grocery stores. Step 1: Chop all of the...

Moroccan Spiced Chicken Thighs

Apr 9, 2016 | Chicken, Diet Friendly, Recipes

This recipe makes a nice warm spicy chicken and pairs very nicely with a blue cheese dip.  I serve this with Slow cooked sweet potatoes or rice. Step 1: In a zip lock bag combine paprika, brown sugar, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and...

Berry Muffins

Apr 9, 2016 | Desserts, Diet Friendly, Recipes, Sides

Yum, yum, yum.. is about all I can say about these.  I use the frozen mixed berry mix and these muffins couldn’t be any easier.  If you have fresh berries, go ahead and use them, but the option of frozen lets you enjoy these anytime of the year.  Make up a batch...