This simple Japanese inspired noodle/stir-fry dish is a favorite around our house. The kids love to slurp up the noodles coated with the tasty sauce....they are always asking for seconds. The only bad thing is when it's gone :( 1/2 of a 12-ounce pkg. Buckwheat Soba Noodles (for a total of 6 ounces) 1 Tablespoon … [Read more...]
Pasta Salad with Kale & Olives
This pasta dish is inspired by both Greek and Italian flavors. It can be made with the chicken sausage (can be found at Target and other specialty stores) or simply some cooked chicken breast meat that you have seasoned with fennel seed, basil oregano, etc.. Garnish each serving with crumbled Feta cheese or grated Parmesan … [Read more...]
Asian Sesame Glazed Salmon
This salmon is easy to prepare and tastes great. One picky eater in my family, who doesn't care to eat salmon very often, actually enjoys it when prepared this way. I usually serve it with a little brown rice that has been cooked in broth and seasoned with a pinch of ground ginger, and a side of cucumber-radish salad. 4 … [Read more...]
Southwest Chicken & Chili Roll-ups *
These chicken chili roll-ups are very rich and satisfying. The degree of spicy-ness depends on the chili's used. Making sure to rinse the chili's well, scrape out all seeds, and cut out all membranes will remove most of the heat. Anaheim chili's are my favorite chili to use for these chicken roll-ups, they are a very mild … [Read more...]
Crockpot Beef & Cabbage Casserole *
Growing up my Mom would make stuffed cabbage...little rolls of cabbage with a ground beef/rice mixture tucked inside and a yummy tomato sauce poured over top. It was one of my favorite meals as a kid. This is my take on a quicker/easier way to get that same deliciousness. Just put everything in a crock-pot and allow it to … [Read more...]