Archive for the ‘Food’ Category
Baba Ghanoush
Baba ghanoush is an eggplant-based dish that originated in the Middle East. In North America, it’s used as a dip for pita and vegetables, but in Egypt it’s a side dish. Grilling the eggplant before peeling the skin gives it a delightful, smoky flavor. Baba Ghanoush Ingredients 1 large eggplant (1½ to 2 lbs / [...]
Kitchen Makeover for a Vegetarian Lifestyle
Kitchen Makeover for a Vegetarian Lifestyle Turning yourself into a vegan or vegetarian can be tough if you don’t know what you need or how to cook it. If you buy everything from Whole Foods, then it’s going to cost you. However, your local grocery store and farmers’ markets can yield better bargains. Even ordering [...]
Fennel & Blood Orange Salad
Fennel & Blood Orange Salad Ingredients 1 bulb of fennel, cut in 1/2 and remove core 2-3 blood oranges salt & pepper 3 glugs of extra virgin olive oil Preparation Slice fennel as this as possible (use a food slicer or mandolin if available). Peel & supreme the oranges. Save the extra pulp & squeeze [...]
Breakfast Date Cake
Cinnamon, brown sugar and dates make a sweet irresistible layer in this moist coffeecake. To save time in the morning, prepare the night before and refrigerate unbaked. Bake in the morning and serve warm. Breakfast Date Cake Ingredients 3/4 cup Sun-Maid Chopped Dates 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional 1-1/2 teaspoons [...]
Make Dude Food Heart-Healthy
Make Dude Food Heart-Healthy Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the number one killer of U.S. men, accounting for about a third of all deaths. Men have a higher incidence of CVD than women and tend to experience their first cardiac event earlier. “Sometimes men take a fatalistic approach to heart health,” says nutrition consultant Christopher Mohr, [...]
Corazonas Heart-Healthy Chili
This is a great low-fat, reduced-sodium chili that will please a lot of people! Note that it uses chili powder made from pure ground chilies, not chili powder. You can find ground chili in the spice section of most major groceries or in Latin American grocery stores. Corazonas Heart-Healthy Chili Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil [...]
Snack Happy & Healthy on Super Bowl Sunday with Popcorn, Indiana
Super Bowl Sunday gets a snack makeover with these healthy munchies from Popcorn, Indiana! All-natural and super tasty, Popcorn, Indiana snacks are trans-fat free, gluten-free and certified Kosher. Light and fluffy, all of the popcorn and chip’ins will look festive and fun placed in big bowls at game time for nutritious snacks within reach! “Mom’s” [...]
Pear & Pine Nut Salad
This lively, inspired salad makes a lovely first course or a light lunch option served with soup! Pear & Pine Nut Salad Ingredients 1 small head of soft leafed lettuce, cut, washed & dry 2 small pears, cubed 200 gr pine nuts, toasted Juice of half a lemon Honey Olive oil Fresh Parmesan cheese Preparation [...]
Brown Family Turkey Dish
This easy, family-friendly dish was submitted by friends of Tiny Green Mom, the Brown Family! Thanks for sharing a family favorite with our readers! Brown Family Turkey Dish Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves 1 pound ground turkey ¾ yellow onion, chopped Chopped tomatoes or tomato paste (optional) Kosher salt and freshly cracked [...]
Baked Quinoa Adobado
This spicy dish is great on its’ own or served as a side to a lively salad – up to you on how hot you prefer it to be Baked Quinoa Adobado Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 medium white or yellow onion, small dice 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped 2 teaspoons kosher salt [...]




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