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Monthly Archives: January 2012
I feel slightly as if I am cheating here, because I am “lightening up” a recipe that traditionally calls for a pretty fatty cut of ground beef and whole milk. That richness really comes out in a traditional Bolognese. But when I substituted lean ground beef and skim milk, these tweaks resulted in a sauce that was still rich and satisfying. Good Bolognese takes time—a slow, low simmer for several hours is best. Prep time: About 15 minutes Cook time: … continued…
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When my oldest first went to school, I soon realized there were tons of papers that I needed to keep around since they held a multitude of useful information. You know … the list of classmates, the daily class schedule and the monthly lunch schedule, project information sheets, book orders, permission slips, etc. I couldn’t believe it; the list was endless. And, many of these papers had to be kept all year! At heart, I consider myself an organized soul. … continued…
Stick with me on this one—the cheese spices the burger up like a firecracker, but the sweetness of the chutney keeps the heat from overwhelming you. The avocado? Well, I like it because it also adds a cool, creamy texture to the whole shebang. Just another way to celebrate the way some like it hot. Prep time: about 5 minutes Cook time: about 8 minutes Serves: 4 1 pound Laura’s Lean Beef 92% lean ground beef 2 tablespoons mango chutney … continued…
We recently received this question in a blog comment from Joy S: I had pretty much eliminated fast food from my diet until I began “team driving” on the road with my husband. It’s extremely difficult to find healthy food in truck stops. I’d appreciate some tips for eating healthy while traveling. Happy New Year, Joy S. Well, Joy, we know that we live in a fast-paced world, and it is not always realistic to completely cut restaurant eating/eating on … continued…
I found out that today is International Hot & Spicy Food Day. And, it just so happens I worked up this flank steak recipe that includes a generous rub of red pepper flakes tempered by an ever so slightly sweet glaze and a fruity couscous salad. Spice up your day today with our recipe. Prep time: 15 minutes to prepare marinade; 6 hours to overnight for resting; Couscous prep time about 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes for Flank steak, … continued…
Did you know that today is “Make Your Dream Come True Day”? Here are some common exercise-related dreams and what you need to do to make them come true for you! YOU DREAM OF … Being healthier overall, reducing your risk of chronic diseases, being around for your kids/grandkids and/or increasing your energy level. • AEROBIC/CARDIO EXERCISE: (Examples: walking, jogging, swimming, cycling, aerobics) How much do you really need? At least 150 minutes/week of moderate intensity (i.e., working hard enough … continued…
I love leftovers because I can always think of something to do with them, and I am certainly not above serving leftovers to guests. These little bites use up any leftover beef you have, whether from a roast or a steak. In this instance, I purposefully cooked an extra strip steak just so I could have these treats when friends came over to visit. The rounds were a bonus find, but you could also use mini pitas or even a … continued…
