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 [...]

Marinara Sauce-Easy and Diabetic Friendly

My daughter-in-law, Sana, mentioned the other day that she was craving a red sauce so she pulled out my trim&TERRIFIC Diabetic Cooking cookbook and made the Marinara Sauce. She served it over angel hair pasta and said it was the best marinara sauce she had ever had! She keeps telling me that Diabetic Cooking is [...]

Roasted Vegetable Primavera and Pasta-What a combination!

If you have never roasted vegetables before you are in for a treat.  Not only do I consider roasting a time-saver, but also it intensifies the natural rich flavor of the veggies.  I always line my baking sheet with foil for easy clean-up!  Now, here’s my ultimate quick tip-just use frozen chunky vegetables so there’s no [...]

Quick Chicken Lasagna

My friend, Karen, who knows every short cut in cooking gave me this recipe.  Well, it turned out to be my favorite, my sister’s favorite plus whoever tries it.  This lasagna makes a statement and is the perfect recipe when you don’ t have time to cook of really cooking isn’t your first choice.  With no [...]