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Recipe Type: Kid Friendly

Here's a great way to make broccoli if you are tired of making it the same old way. Roasting broccoli with garlic creates a sweet, nutty delicious flavor and the aroma that wafts through your kitchen will make everyone asking when's dinner ready.

Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic

March 21, 2010

These chicken quesadillas are a meal in one! Loaded with chicken and veggies and very filling (I couldn't finish mine). I made these for dinner with my leftover avocado mango salsa but these are also great for lunch or you can even serve them as appetizers.

Chicken Quesadillas

February 6, 2010

This Valentine's Day make your sweetie these elegantly rich chocolate covered strawberries. They are easier to make than you think!!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

January 26, 2010

Angel Hair with Shrimp and Tomato Sauce

January 21, 2010

Garlic Shrimp

January 15, 2010

Turkey Sausage and Tomato Sauce over Pasta

January 6, 2010

This is the BEST Bolognese Sauce Recipe, and it's easy to make. It's a staple in my home, I make a big batch and have meals for several nights.

Bolognese Sauce

December 4, 2009

Stracciatella soup is a really quick Italian classic made with chicken broth, egg, parmesan, fresh spinach and orzo. Basically an Italian egg drop soup, which takes under twenty minutes to make so it's perfect for any weeknight.

Spinach Stracciatella Soup with Orzo

November 11, 2009

Pie is the new cupcake this year! Being that it's one of my favorite desserts, this lightened Banana Cream Pie recipe is creamy and delicious and super easy to make.

Banana Cream Pie

October 29, 2009

Breakfast on the go? This quick shake is healthy and delicious!

Avena – Healthy Oatmeal Shake

September 19, 2009

This oven "fried" chicken is moist and crispy and has loads of flavor, yet won't leave you feeling guilty after you eat it.

Oven Fried Chicken

July 23, 2009

Super Light Blueberry Cream Pie

June 26, 2009

Rice with Spinach

June 18, 2009

I was never a fan of string beans until I learned how to cook them properly. Now I love them. The trick is not to overcook them. This is a quick, healthy side dish for all you garlic lovers out there.

String Beans with Garlic and Oil

May 29, 2009

Shrimp and Zucchini with Bowties in Light Tomato Sauce

May 16, 2009

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Aji Verde Sauce, inspired by one of the best rotisserie chicken spots in New York, Pio Pio.

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Aji Verde

April 21, 2009

Slow roasting beef gives you a juicy, tender roast served best with your favorite veggies. You will be amazed at how easy this roast beef is to prepare.

Roast Beef

March 20, 2009

Meatloaf is one of those comfort foods we all grew up eating, and loving as a kid. These healthier Petite Turkey Meatloaves will not disappoint!

Petite Turkey Meatloaves

March 13, 2009

These Baked Tostones or twice "Fried" Plantains aren't fried at all, they are baked in the oven which makes them a delicious, healthy side dish or appetizer!

Baked Tostones

January 15, 2009

These lightened up Italian turkey meatballs have been lightened up using ground turkey instead of beef. They are the perfect family friendly meal for any night of the week!

Skinny Italian Turkey Meatballs

December 16, 2008

Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans) usually pronounced pasta fazool, is a great tasting, hearty, vegetarian Italian pasta and bean soup, perfect for the cold, super quick and freezer friendly.

Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)

December 3, 2008

Whenever you are craving bacon and eggs, this quick, easy sandwich will hit the spot! This is both filling and healthy!

Guiltless Egg and Bacon Sandwich

November 22, 2008

Latin Yellow Rice

October 21, 2008

Zucchini season is here, if you are looking for a great recipe to use up your summer zucchini, give these fritters a try. Similar to potato pancakes, with less carbs, they are a perfect side dish with grilled chicken or meat.

Zucchini Pancakes

July 1, 2008

Chicken Cacciatore – Chicken, red peppers and mushrooms simmer in tomato sauce for a great tasting, simple, weeknight meal your whole family will enjoy.

Chicken Cacciatore

June 12, 2008

This super simple and quick Asian grilled chicken is the perfect excuse get outside and use my grill this Spring!

Asian Grilled Chicken

May 9, 2008

Picadillo is my family's favorite dish! It's really quick and easy to make, I make it a few times a month and make enough so we have leftovers which are great in tacos, stuffed peppers, and just about anything you can think of!

Cuban Picadillo

March 21, 2008

When I was a kid, we had homemade soup every night before our meal and my Dad's Cauliflower Soup was always a favorite of mine. This is the perfect quick and easy low fat, low carb soup.

Dad’s Cauliflower Soup

March 17, 2008

When I want Split Pea Soup, this is the recipe I crave! Made with ham hocks or leftover ham, this is so delicious and freezes well if you want to make freezer meals.

Split Pea Soup with Ham

March 6, 2008

Broiled Tilapia Oreganata

March 6, 2008