My favorite cold weather meals, link love, and this week’s Menu Plan Monday. Brrr…it got cold here in NY this weekend, which has put me in the mood for warming foods like soups, stews, roasted veggies, and pasta. While I can – and do – eat all of these all year long, the fall and winter is definitely prime time…
A family favorite, classic chicken soup is soothing and delicious. Perfect to start any Jewish holiday meal or to cure a cold. A Jewish Tradition With the start of fall comes the Jewish holidays Rosh Hashana (the Jewish New Year), Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), and Sukkot (one of the three pilgrimage festivals). In my family, as in many Jewish…
Wishing a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year to all who celebrate Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. Plus Link Love & this week’s Menu Plan Monday! Shana Tova – Happy and Healthy New Year to all who are celebrating the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana! Last night we had a feast at our house! My husband smoked a 5…
Take the stress out of weeknight dinners with these easy and flavorful pistachio-stuffed chicken breasts. Serve with a side of your family’s favorite roasted vegetables and you’re set for a balanced meal! Pin the Recipe It’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of August, which means it’s back-to-school season. I’ve shared my back to school meal planning guide, that includes a roundup of…
Hydrating and refreshing watermelon is a summertime favorite, especially for kids. Take it to a gourmet level with this zesty watermelon salsa. I was compensated for writing the original article and developing the recipe found in the August 2015 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my blog. All opinions are…
Enjoy the nutrition and health benefits of lean beef with these juicy soy-marinated steak tacos topped with a colorful and nutritious nectarine corn salsa brimming with the flavors of summer. Pin the Recipe By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by The Beef Checkoff and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was…
This colorful red cabbage blueberry salad is quick and easy to make, pretty to look at, and filled with health-enhancing nutrients. Enjoy it at your next summer social gathering! | Pin this Recipe I have a really simple recipe for you today and it’s an excellent way to ensure you’re eating vegetables and fruit. Plus it’s full of antioxidants – those…
Summer desserts Pinterest board, #MomRDChat Twitter chat, #LinkLove, and this week’s Menu Plan Monday! Happy Monday everyone! Things are getting a little back to normal here – at least until the craziness of August arrives. Speaking of which, I can’t believe we’re nearing the end of July. Why does the summer always go by so fast?! I don’t get it!…
Veggie and protein-packed, these chicken kebabs with herb sauce are the perfect summer dinner on the grill! | Pin this Recipe I was compensated for writing the original article and developing the recipe found in the July 2015 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my blog. All opinions are my…
Tender salmon is paired with crunchy cucumbers and radishes in a zesty citrus marinade to make a ceviche that is easy to prepare and looks gourmet! One of my favorite appetizers at Spanish restaurants is ceviche. I love the combination of zesty citrus flavors and fresh fish, along with the usual spicy kick from a hot pepper that’s cooled…
Learn how to expand your child’s palate, eat intuitively, and use heart healthy cooking oils in this week’s Link Love. Plus my fave recipe posts from last week and this week’s menu. Happy Monday everyone! Hope you all had a great weekend. We had fun celebrating my husband’s birthday Saturday night with a romantic dinner for two and yesterday as…
