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This seriously addicting light dressing is the perfect topping on any salad or even great as a dip. Not a fan of cilantro? No worries, this dressing has so much flavor without, leave it out and add some fresh parsley instead.

Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

January 31, 2011

This chocolate ricotta mousse is so rich and creamy, it's a deliciously light way to satisfy anyone's chocolate craving. Perfect for Valentine's Day or simply dessert on any day.

Chocolate Ricotta Mousse

January 11, 2011

I made my favorite Cuban sandwich into a quesadilla filled with roast pork (pernil), ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard! Perfect for a quick lunch and a great way to use up my Slow Cooker Pernil.

Cuban Sandwich Quesadilla

January 6, 2011

These No-Bake FudgyeSnow Balls are made with no oil or butter, and no baking required!

No-Bake Fudge Snow Balls

December 18, 2010

Broccoli Rabe roasted with chunks of garlic and oil and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes.

Roasted Broccoli Rabe with Garlic

December 8, 2010

This healthy pumpkin oatmeal shake is a perfect breakfast smoothie on the go! It's also super rich in tons of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.

Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Shake

November 21, 2010

$Baked or air-fried, these healthy sweet potato fries are made with a fraction of the oil that would be used if deep frying. They are so much lighter, with the perfect balance of spicy, smokey and sweet.$

Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries

November 9, 2010

Poached eggs, asparagus, kosher salt, fresh pepper and shaved Pecorino Romano. This simple egg dish is delicious for breakfast, lunch or brunch. You can serve this with whole grain toast on the side.

Steamed Asparagus with Poached Eggs

November 3, 2010

A simple yet elegant salad, easy enough to enjoy as a quick lunch or extravagant enough to make it to your holiday table. Each bite you take will give you a burst of flavor from the pomegranate arils.

Arugula with Pomegranates, Blue Cheese and Pistachios

October 27, 2010

Coconut milk, curry, cumin and other Indian spices really compliment the flavor of the butternut squash in this savory soup. This may be my new favorite way to eat butternut squash.

Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup

October 23, 2010

These whole wheat pancakes are lightly seasoned with brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and topped with pumpkin butter for a hearty Autumn breakfast. Low fat, high in fiber and just plain good or you!

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Pumpkin Butter

October 8, 2010

This greek yogurt and pumpkin smoothie is the perfect breakfast on the go for the pumpkin obsessed.

Pumpkin Smoothie

October 7, 2010

A creamy blend of spinach, shallots, parmesan cheese, and Boursin Light makes a rich and flavorful side dish. A low fat version of a steakhouse favorite.

Creamed Spinach

September 28, 2010

Calling all banana lovers to these low fat, whole wheat banana nut pancakes, rich in potassium, fiber and flavor – tastes like banana nut bread in a pancake!

Banana Nut Pancakes

September 20, 2010

This easy and quick pasta dish is a guaranteed way to get picky eaters to love their broccoli, just roast it with garlic and olive oil!

Pasta with Roasted Broccoli, Garlic and Oil

September 16, 2010

Fresh summer "Oh My God That Was Good" tomato bisque. Although you don't typically think of having tomato soup in August, I think it's the perfect time to make it.

Tomato Bisque

August 10, 2010

Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes – My garden is full of basil and my favorite thing to make with it in the summer is pesto. My husband called this "squashta" since I usually make this with pasta.

Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes

July 28, 2010

A touch of lime and a little cilantro makes this black bean, avocado, cucumber and tomato salad a perfect companion for grilled chicken or steak.

Black Bean, Avocado, Cucumber and Tomato Salad

July 26, 2010

Warning! This dessert is highly addictive and hard to stop eating! Don't be fooled by the humble ingredients, this is easy to make, very refreshing, and is perfect to bring to a BBQ. Truthfully, the first time I heard of this grape dessert, the ingredients did not appeal to me. But when I tasted it, OMG! This is one of those recipes you'll be making again and again and chances are you probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen. Easily doubles for more people.

Creamy Grape Dessert

July 18, 2010

This super easy, no cook skinny taco dip is a MUST have at any get together: birthdays, football, holidays– the dip always disappears! Serve with tortilla chips.

Skinny Taco Dip

July 6, 2010

Shrimp, avocados and melted cheese, what a combination!

Shrimp Quesadillas with Tomato Avocado Salsa

June 2, 2010

As I was thumbing through Everyday Food Magazine, I came across this recipe that I think is brilliant! It's like an egg-in-a-hole, but lighter and for those of you not eating carbs or gluten-free, a great alternative!

Red Pepper Egg-In-A-Hole

May 17, 2010

My husband loves fajitas! It's the only thing he ordered while we vacationed in Mexico... every single day! I could never order the same meal everyday, but that's a different story. These shrimp fajitas he claimed were better than any he's ever eaten in a restaurant. Wow! Now that's a compliment from my fajita loving husband!

Shrimp Fajitas

May 10, 2010

Chicken Piccata is an Italian chicken dish served in a lemon, wine, butter sauce with capers and parsley.

Chicken Piccata

May 6, 2010

Triple Berry Smoothie

April 14, 2010

This simple, light, homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is made with Greek yogurt, blue cheese, lemon juice, mayonnaise and seasoning.

Blue Cheese Dressing

April 10, 2010

Crespelles are Italian crepes used in dishes such as manicotti, lasagna and other stuffed dishes in place of pasta. They have a lighter texture than pasta and taste delicious.

Crespelle Recipe

April 7, 2010

I always have Haas avocados in my house. I love them in my soup, in my sandwiches, in guacomole or in a simple salad such as this.This healthy salad makes a perfect side dish for shrimp, chicken or steak.

Avocado Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

March 26, 2010

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

This avocado and mango salsa is a light and colorful party dish with chips. The combination of flavors, sweet and salty with tangy hint of lime makes this a winner. This is also great over grilled fish or chicken!

Avocado and Mango Salsa

February 5, 2010