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The perfect summer cocktail, a cross between a tall glass of fresh brewed iced green tea and a mojito! I think this is going to be my signature drink all summer, it's icy cool, and has the added bonus of antioxidant rich green tea.

Iced Green Tea Mojito

May 11, 2012

Thin strips of grilled flank steak marinated with lime juice, ginger, garlic, sesame oil and soy sauce. These skewers disappear quickly at every gathering, so you may want to make a lot!

Asian Flank Steak Skewers

January 25, 2012

I thought this Asian inspired sweet and fiery pork tenderloin dish with mango salsa would be a great way to celebrate the Chinese New Year on January 23rd, the start of a 15-day celebration celebrating the Chinese New Year – This year it's the Year of The Dragon.

Sweet & Fiery Pork Tenderloin with Mango Salsa

January 12, 2012

This is the BEST Baked Oatmeal recipe with Blueberries and Bananas. It's perfect to serve guests for brunch, or make it ahead for the week for easy meal prep, as leftovers taste just as good reheated.

Baked Oatmeal with Blueberries and Bananas

January 10, 2012

Thin sliced chicken cutlets sauteed in a white wine sauce with leeks and sun-dried tomatoes. Dinner in less than 20 minutes!

Chicken, Leeks & Tomatoes in White Wine Sauce

December 28, 2011

Lightly pan fried breaded filet of flounder served in a lemon, wine, butter sauce with capers and parsley. A wonderful way to enjoy flounder, tilapia or any white fish.

Flounder Piccata

December 20, 2011

What can be more kid friendly than a bowl of soup with spaghetti and meatballs! Lean turkey meatballs are cooked in a light tomato broth with cut up spaghetti. This is a one pot meal my whole family loves and leftovers are great for lunch.

Meatball and Spaghetti Soup

December 5, 2011

Delicious Italian turkey meatballs, all made in the slow cooker. No baking or frying required!

Crock Pot Italian Turkey Meatballs

November 29, 2011

Corn casserole, a cross between of a corn pudding and a corn bread is a wonderful addition to anyone's holiday table.

Make-Over Corn Casserole

November 16, 2011

The scent of Garlic + Rosemary + Baked Bread is absolutely intoxicating to me. Seriously, my stomach starts to growl just thinking about it. I've always been more of a savory girl; I can bake a dozen cupcakes and not eat one, but place a batch of these biscuits in front of me... different story.

Easy Rosemary Garlic Parmesan Biscuits

November 8, 2011

Pork loin chops, seasoned with paprika, sage, thyme and spices then lightly pan fried and served with homemade applesauce.

Pork Chops and Applesauce

October 25, 2011

The day was cool and crisp, perfect for baking a low fat pumpkin bread. Warming my kitchen with the sweet scent of pumpkin spices – Oh how I just love October.

Low Fat Pumpkin Bread with Pepitas

October 5, 2011

If you like thin crust pizza, you'll love these super easy Lavash flatbread pizzas! Kids love them and they take only minutes to prepare.

Lavash Flatbread Pizzas

September 20, 2011

Fresh raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries baked in low-fat whole wheat muffins. Perfect for breakfast or to enjoy as a snack.

Mixed Berry Whole Wheat Muffins

August 14, 2011

Piña Colada Sorbet

August 1, 2011

An open faced sandwich on Ciabatta bread with mashed avocado, sliced tomatoes and grilled chicken. A perfect way to use up leftover chicken.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Avocado and Tomato

July 27, 2011

Sweet and tart pink lemonade cupcakes – these cupcakes just scream summer!

Pink Lemonade Confetti Cupcakes

July 15, 2011

Sorbet- a cherry-licious ice cold treat on a hot summer day.

Cherry Sorbet

July 8, 2011

A juicy open faced summer tomato sandwich on crusty bread drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, a chiffonade of fresh basil, salt and fresh ground pepper. Simplicity at it's best!

Heirloom Tomato Sandwich

July 8, 2011

A refreshing summer salad, made with sweet watermelon, peppery arugula and feta cheese.

Watermelon Arugula and Feta Salad

July 1, 2011

Thai Chicken and Pineapple Stir Fry

June 29, 2011

These lemony cheesecake cups are made with Greek yogurt topped with fresh berries. Light, creamy and virtually guilt-free!

Lemon Cheesecake Yogurt Cups

May 26, 2011

OK folks, hope you are all enjoying your Cinco De Mayo recipes, but I have not forgotten that Mother's Day in only a few short days. Why not make your Mom the sweetest, light and airy angel foods cupcake you'll ever taste!

Sweet Light Angel Food Cupcakes with Meringue Icing

May 5, 2011

Horchata de arroz is a deliciously refreshing Mexican beverage made from rice milk, sugar and cinnamon and served chilled over ice. Wonderful for those who are lactose intolerant if you substitute the milk for almond milk.

Brown Rice Horchata

May 3, 2011

The aroma that fills your kitchen while cooking this Cuban rice and black beans dish, arroz congri, will make you want to pump up the salsa music and grab a mojito!

Arroz Congri (Cuban Rice and Black Beans)

February 27, 2011

Warning: Make at your own risk... these chocolate pistachio biscotti are highly addictive, hard to eat just one!!

Chocolate Pistachio Biscotti

February 11, 2011

If you're a chocolate lover, then these chocolate chocolate chip biscotti cookies are the perfect grown up cookie.

Chocolate Chocolate Chip Biscotti

February 10, 2011

Sweet and spicy slow cooked barbacao pork sweetened with brown sugar, cola, chipotle chilies, green chilies, cumin and spices. Delicious over cilantro lime rice and black beans.

Slow Cooked Sweet Barbacoa Pork

January 12, 2011

My Mom makes the BEST stuffing, it's the one thing I crave every Thanksgiving! This recipe has been remade like Mom's, only just a bit healthier!

Mom’s Stuffing, Lightened Up

November 17, 2010

Cinnamon Apple Spiced Oatmeal

November 15, 2010