Light & Flakey Creole Cod

Everyone knows fish is good for you and most likely we don’t eat enough of it. Personally, I need to doctor it up… and this “Creole” version is delicious. (Originally, from Cooking Light). Light and flakey yet big in flavor. SIZE: 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 tsp olive oil 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp […]

18 Foods (& Recipes) to Rev Up Your Immune System

You’ve taken your kids for their flu shots, you’ve stocked up on antibacterial soap and you’ve instructed your children to cough in their sleeve, to not share any drinks and to run for the hills when someone sneezes. But, is the food they are eating also helping to prevent the illnesses so prevalent at this time of […]

Fish Fridays: Baked Cod Casserole

The combination of wine, Gruyere cheese and toasty bread in this fish dish remind you of a delicious fondue. It is a simple and tasty dinner even if you don’t love fish. SIZE: 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 2 medium onions, very thinly sliced 1 cup dry white wine 1 […]

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Pancetta & Balsamic Glaze

Think you’re not a fan of brussel sprouts?  Think again.  Prepared with pancetta (or bacon) and roasted with balsamic vinegar will undoubtedly change your mind.  Still not buying it?  How about a little fresh thyme thrown in?   Now we’re talking! Need more recipes? Check these out. SIZE: 8-10 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 lbs […]

Basic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients 4 pounds golden creamer potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups heavy cream 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Put the potatoes into a large pot with 2 tablespoons salt. Cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are tender when touched […]

Thanksgiving Cranberries with Cherries & Cloves

This is my favorite cranberry recipes; the dried cherries give it a touch more sweetness than traditional cranberry recipes. Get ahead of the game and make this cranberry-cherry 4 days ahead. Ingredients 2 ½ cups cranberry juice 8 oz dried tart cherries 1 cup sugar 12 oz fresh cranberries ¼ tsp cloves Directions Simmer cranberry juice in a large […]

Easy and Healthy Lemon Garlic Roast Turkey with White Wine Gravy

What to Make for Dinner This Week

When the week ahead looks especially busy, I find it head clearing to plan dinner for the week — and by week, I mean Monday through Thursday. This week I’m focusing on simple and healthy. Last week was the boys’ birthday, which somehow translated into meatballs and burgers and cake and candy. We need a […]