Apr 19, 2016 | Travel Tips and Insights
When you are on vacation mornings are a lot different than at home. Why is that? I know, we have duties and mornings, for most people, are a mad dash to get ready and out the door. But, what if we stopped and started treating every morning like we were on...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Apr 9, 2016 | Chicken, Diet Friendly, Recipes
Pretzels are my guilty pleasure … and when you dip them in honey mustard sauce… well now your talking. So, combine those great flavors with chicken and you have a home run meal! Step 1: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a large baking pan with non-stick...
Apr 9, 2016 | Desserts, Diet Friendly, Recipes
This is a quick and easy chocolate cake. It is moist enough that you do not need any frosting. Imagine this to be a cake like brownie… perfect match to a cup of coffee after a long day. Step 1: Preheat oven to 305 degrees. Spray an 8×8 pan with non-stick...
Apr 9, 2016 | Diet Friendly, Recipes, Sides
I am a huge fan of a good wedge salad. It’s old school, but a great salad to serve with steak or even on its own as a light lunch. Homemade blue cheese dressing is great… but if you don’t want to take the time, I often will use the greek yogurt Blue...
Apr 5, 2016 | Desserts, Diet Friendly, Recipes, Sides
These bars are great for a breakfast on the go or an afternoon snack. Quick and easy to make too! Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly coat a 9 inch square pan with cooking spray. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine bananas, oil, molasses, vanilla, almond...
