Asparagus Wraps
When making a delicious meal – especially when entertaining – I think the sides are just as important. Asparagus is plentiful and in season and the tasty Asparagus Wraps, from Too Hot in the Kitchen: Secrets to Sizzle At Any Age, are the perfect way to showcase their snappy flavor. Don’t be intimidated by the [...]
Pregnancy Nutrition Q & A – Apricot Oatmeal Bars
An overall healthy diet full of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meat and dairy is important for every stage of life; however there is research that shows that what a mother eats while pregnant may affect what the child prefers to eat – making a nutritious food choices that much more important. Many times [...]
Homemade Teacher’s Gifts: Quick Breads-Chocolate Zucchini, Butterscotch Banana Bread, Cranberry Yam
Want the perfect teacher’s gift while also saving a little money? Homemade gifts are just the ticket for your children’s teachers this time of year. Give the gift that keeps on giving, without blowing your budget – delicious treats with a trim and terrific twist! Homemade goodies reserve a special place amongst the array of [...]
Celebrate Graduation with a Make-Ahead Brunch
With May here and summer fast-approaching, I’m sure your calendar is filled with tons of important dates. One of my favorite ways to entertain is to prepare a wonderful, stress-free brunch and graduation is just the exciting occasion host one. There can be alot going on during the end of the school-year, so keep the [...]
Shrimp and Cheese Grits for a House Full
This post was from awhile ago…but making for Christmas gang also! I am exhausted! I had 30 wonderful kids with me all weekend as we all went to Mardi Gras in New Orleans. My daughter, Haley, invited 30 of her friends from Wash U in St. Louis to come experience Mardi Gras for the first [...]
Banana Yam Quick Bread-Diabetic and Freezer Friendly
You guys requested more breakfast items that are weekday friendly so hang in there, I’m working on it. I found my recipe for Banana Yam Bread… and it is delicious! You really won’t believe this as it is diabetic friendly!!! You can make this bread the night before and have it for breakfast. Cut some [...]
My Larynx Cancer and Nutrition Experience
I am Holly’s father, a laryngectomee (my larynx or voice box is removed), and I speak with an artificial larynx. I have visited many throat cancer patients in the hospital after they had an operation where they lost their voice, and I always give the patients the Eating Well Through Cancer Cookbook. After I had [...]
Oatmeal Pancakes – Quick Healthy Breakfast
I bet you wouldn’t think that pancakes could be a super quick and healthy breakfast. These delicious Oatmeal Pancakes are loaded with fiber and great taste so are the perfect start to your day. Whenever I prepare these I make sure to make enough for leftovers, as I keep them in the freezer and pop [...]
