Crisp Summer Salad
We had corn on the cob the other night with our dinner and had a few ears left over. The next day I was looking through the fridge to figure out what to make for lunch and I noticed some cucumber and tomatoes that my neighbor had given me from their garden. I decided that [...]
Melon Mania
This has got to be the best summertime treat ever! I decided to take advantage of the beautiful summer melons at my local produce stand and come up with the perfect complement to these hot days. This salad is down right full of flavor and color. I recommend eating it with the pecans because having [...]
Figs and Pizza: Fig, Caramelized Onion, Proscuitto & Goat Cheese Pizza
Everyone seems to be asking me about figs-either someone is picking them or getting them fresh from a friend-so must be fig time. Figs are high in fiber and potassium. I love this pizza featuring figs as you savor sweet and salty in every bite with this wonderful ingredient combination. Fig, Caramelized Onion, Prosciutto & [...]
Simply Splash on Flavor – Shrimp Orzo Salad
Oh, how I look forward to the bounty of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables now available in the groceries and farmers’ markets this time of year! As author of the trim&TERRIFIC™ cookbook series, I am always looking for a low calorie, high flavor option to highlight the natural crisp freshness of vegetables. A simple splash [...]
Simple Summer Solutions
Summertime entertaining should be easy and fun. And it can be — with some simple solutions and fresh recipes. Holly Clegg, the “Queen of Quick,” is a best-selling cookbook author who knows how to keep things sweet and simple. She’s teamed up with the American Chemistry Council’s Plastics Make it Possible(SM) campaign to offer helpful [...]
One Giant Burger!
My friend called the other day and said she was making a cake for her 6-year-old nephew’s birthday party. She was stumped on what kind of cake to make because she needed something fairly easy that wasn’t loaded in icing, and would WOW children and adults. I sent her my Burger Cake recipe because I [...]
Time Saving Tips For Meals In Minutes
While many moms enjoy creating quality, home-cooked meals for their families, they often seek new ways to fit cooking into their busy schedules. As a cookbook author and working mom, Holly Clegg understands the importance of smart solutions that allow moms to be more time-savvy, making time spent in the kitchen more efficient and enjoyable. [...]
Self Magazine Editor Samples FAVORITE Louisiana Recipes
One day I got a call to say there would be a SELF Magazine Health Editor in town and would I come join them for lunch. I said, “I will cook a sampling of Louisiana recipes so she gets a tasting.” I made Shrimp Remoulade, Crabmeat Dip….few other things and Barbecue Shrimp. She posted the [...]
Shrimp Remoulade, Yam Trifle, Crab Dip-Easy Louisiana Recipes-Healthier for SELF Magazine
When I was asked to prepare healthy Louisiana food for an editor from SELF Magazine who was in town touring the area, I was so excited. Some people think eating healthy Louisiana food is an oxymoron but I have a whole book, Gulf Coast Favorites with trim&TERRIFIC Louisiana recipes. What to make???? I couldn’t decide so [...]
Easy Diabetic Friendly Dessert-Berry Tiramisu
Who would believe my diabetic book includes some of my favorite recipes, including dessert? With strawberries in season, put this simple sensation high on your list. This fabulous favorite stars berries layered with ladyfingers, raspberry preserves, and an orange cream cheese filling. Use your favorite seasonal berry combination and serve this gorgeous tiramisu in individual [...]
