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 [...]
Famous and Fun Fruit Dip-Perfect for Summer Fruit
[/youtube][ Looking for a way to take advantage of all the bountiful fresh fruit this time of year? When Walmart asked me to create an affordable, easy and healthy treat, this Fruit Dip was perfect. And, making it even more affordable, check out the Great Value brand at Walmart! Holly’s Famous Fruit Dip Prep Time: [...]
Tiramisu Trifle-Coffee-Pampering all at Head 2 Toe Event
I am excited to be honorary chairman of our first Head 2 Toe event-The Ultimate Day Out for Women on Saturday, May 8th-tickets still available at www.inregister.com or at the door on Saturday. I am excited to be presenting a seminar on coffee and dessert pairing: The Dynamic Duo. Matt Saurage of Community Coffee Company will offer his words [...]
Mac and Cheese-One Step and No Pot!
Mac and Cheese Mac and Cheese these days might be one of the most popular sides. When you go to a restaurant, there are all kinds of specialty dishes. I have the solution for you to make Mac and Cheese at home and you don’t have to even boil the pasta–talk about step-saving. No pots to [...]
Tacos-Try my Taco Salad-My Family Favorite
When you say tacos, you have everyone’s attention, all ages! Go with a taco salad as this is a one-dish meal, and this entree salad is light, yet, satisfying enough to feed the hearty eater. What’s great about this recipe is you can also add your favorite veggies hanging around in the refrig-cooking is creative-so [...]
Holly’s Kitchen on “This Week in Louisiana Agriculture”
I always have so much fun filming my segment, ‘Holly’s Kitchen’ on “This Week in Louisiana Agriculture.” Louisiana has amazing fresh ingredients such as beef, rice, crawfish, and of course sweet potatoes! For March I showed how to make Steak Tacos with Cucumber Avocado Salsa with delicious Louisiana beef. Also, from my new cookbook out [...]
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo-with the secret to a healthy roux
When you think of Louisiana cuisine, gumbo comes to mind. My kids live in Dallas, St. Louis and New York but rely on my easy recipe for this Louisiana favorite. If you are not in a region where seafood is plentiful, this version is the answer. The secret to a good gumbo is the roux, and [...]
St. Patrick’s Day Speedy Spinach Dip
Not only should you make sure to wear green on Saint Patrick’s Day (or watch out, you might get pinched!) But you should also make sure and eat your greens too! Full of fiber, nutrients, and antioxidants, keep green foods such as spinach and broccoli on hand as they are easy to pump up the nutrition [...]
House Full of Food and Kids for Mardi Gras
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 time. Many had never even been to the South so of [...]
