Low-Cal Steamed Bok Choy

Bok choy is a type of Chinese cabbage but it doesn’t look like your typical ball of cabbage; its dark green leaves are connected to stalks. There are only 9 calories per steamed cup and that cup is packed with protein, dietary fiber and 100% of your recommended dietary allowance of A. Directions Put your bok choy in a steamer basket and place the basket over […]

Overnight Cinnamon Oatmeal with Honey & Chia Seeds

Here’s an easy, healthy breakfast for busy mornings–you can even eat it on-the-go. Ingredients 1 cup(s) uncooked oats 1 cup(s) low-fat milk 1 teaspoon(s) chia seeds (Find out why chia is good for you!) 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract 1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon 1/2 cup(s) bananas, sliced 1/4 cup(s) creamy peanut butter 1 tablespoon(s) honey Directions Layer all […]

11th Annual New Jersey Wine & Food Festival

FRIDAY, APRIL 12 – SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 Calling all foodies! The 11th Annual New Jersey Wine & Food Festival is right around the corner. It goes Friday, April 12 to Sunday, April 14. The festival is a celebration of the best wines and renowned local and national chefs. Spend the weekend indulging in great food and […]

Cocktails: The Black & Tan

Apparently, this drink gets it’s name from the colors of the uniforms worn by the British police who fought the Irish Republican Army in the early ’20′s.  Not the greatest of memories for the Irish, they respectfully refer to the drink as a “Half-and-Half.”  A patient pour will guarantee distinct layers. SIZE: serves 1 INGREDIENTS: […]

So is the Rumor True? Is Guinness…Good for You?

Were you over served on St. Patrick’s Day? No shame in that, we only get a Saturday celebration about once every seven years (I never know how to factor leap years into that equation.) For me, one of the most difficult realities to face when I hit forty was the two day hangover. Perhaps today […]

St Patty’s Day Cocktails: The Wilde Oscar

Based on a traditional Old-Fashioned, this cocktail uses Guinness and bourbon. INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz Bourbon 1 oz Guinness Stout 1/2 oz Rich Simple Syrup Dash of Botanical Bitters Stir all ingredients in an ice filled mixing glass. Strain cocktail over a large ice cube. Garnish with a large orange peel and maraschino cherry. Everything You Need for […]

Slow-Cooked Corned Beef & Cabbage

Throw everything in your crock pot, let it cook for about 5 hours and the corned beef comes out so tender. See all of Our Favorite Recipes for St. Pat’s Day 3 large carrots cut to 2″ pieces 2 stalks celery cut to 2″ pieces 1/2 lb. of red skin potatoes quartered 1 medium yellow onion, roughly cut […]

Good Ole’ Fashioned Corned Beef & Cabbage

Everybody's Irish on St. Patrick's Day!  Corned beef is similar to that of a roast turkey dinner... it comes around but once a year.  Succulent, tender and tasty this recipe makes plenty for a night of leftovers.