Buttercream icing. You know the scene – you’re at a party, and it’s time for the cake to be served.
The cake sure looks beautiful, but the frosting … well, you never can tell with frosting. On the cake it all kind of looks the same. The flavor is a mystery. Will it send you running for your toothbrush with its sweetness? Or even worse, will it taste like a dollop of butter? Both can ruin a good cake and cause people to doubt the skills of the cake baker. Last week I was roped into asked to coordinate last-minute baby shower for one of our temps whose last day was Friday. Chicken and dip. Mozzarella sticks. Mozzarella sticks are a delicious treat, probably one of the most popular appetizers at restaurants, and a fun party food.
They tend to be rather fattening, especially considering they are usually fried, but they are so irresistibly tasty. So how do you give in to the temptation that is mozzarella sticks without the guilt? Make healthy, Baked Mozzarella Sticks! Here is a recipe I love, and your family will too. Ingredients 1 pkg. low fat mozzarella cheese strings (8-10 sticks) 1/2 cup flour 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 cup dry bread crumbs or Italian style panko (seasoned) marinara sauce for dipping Directions 1.
I hope you enjoy this delicious, healthy twist on traditional fried mozzarella sticks. Note: Some comments indicate that mozzarella is oozing sooner than time prescribed in this recipe- keep an eye on the sticks while baking and feel free to shorten the bake time to suit your oven. Popsicles. Not to sound full of myself, but I’m pretty sure this is the be all, end all of popsicle roundups.
There’s a little something for everyone: the foodies, the purists, the ones who prefer frozen yogurt, the ones who prefer a little alcohol, everyone. Tweny-five options to be exact. The post I did last summer on the cold guys was one of DC’s most viewed ever, so I thought you’d all be up for another round – was I right? Click on the photo to be taken to the recipe. Pizza puffs. Wraps and burritos. Garlic recipe. Photos: Jaden Hair A friend recently bought a jar of already-roasted garlic, thinking it would be great warmed and stirred into mashed potatoes.
“It’s already roasted and it’s so easy!” She exclaimed. “Yeah, but it also cost you $4.99 and has absolutely no taste to it,” I replied. Recipe collage. Vegan recipes. Baked oatmeal squares. Chicken soup substitutes. You can’t escape it.
No man is immune to The Cold. The cure? Feed it, as they say. To combat the inevitable, you'll probably whip up a batch of your old stand-by, chicken soup. Their selections range from French-native Francois Payard who remembers eating chicken soup as a kid to a Japanese chef reminiscing about his sake and fish remedy. MEXICO CITY: Tortilla Soup“My parents would make tortilla soup with pureed roasted tomatoes and roasted chilies. CHINA: Ginseng Chicken Soup “My mom always made me ginseng chicken soup when I was sick. BRAZIL: Cachaça Night Cap “My mother used to make me a before-bed drink when I had a cold. AUSTRIA: Oxtail Consume “In Austria, almost everyone gets Ochsenschwanz Consommé (oxtail consume) soup when they are sick.
Summer recipes. No bake granola cakes. Big changes are happening over on my workouts page and even bigger changes are happening with my marathon training plans.
February has been a challenge for me, I was losing muscle, motivation, and forgetting why I began running in the first place. My passion was slowly exiting. The 'happy shake'. There’s a very good reason why it’s called the Happy Shake!
Though this creamy blend tastes like a delicious dessert, it’s chock-full of spinach, berries and super happy foods, like raw chocolate and maca. The Happy Shake is a meal replacement. It’s a key place to start when trying to lose excess weight, increase energy levels, and get healthier and happier. Before you get started, keep in mind the Happy Shake is more about technique than anything else.
How-to energy bar. Energy bars are a terrific option for athletes – or anyone – looking for a quick source of protein, complex carbohydrates, and vitamins & minerals.
Healthy snacks. When I snack, I try to stick to fresh fruits and vegetables, but sometimes I want something with crunch, not the moist crunch of a carrot but the carb-filled crunch of a potato chip.
When I get really desperate for a treat, I leave the pre-packaged snacks–with their fat, chemicals, and processed ingredients–on the grocery store shelves and make my own healthy snacks using natural ingredients that I usually have in my pantry. My taste in snacks runs from the very simple (baked tortilla chips) to the unusual (roasted okra). But my very favorite, the one crunchy snack that almost everyone loves, is also the easiest to make: microwave potato chips.