As I continue to be in love with the world of eating clean and using better, whole and natural ingredients in cooking, I’ve been elated to find a wealth of ideas for swapping real ingredient sugar and sweetener alternatives in place of the less-healthy staples we’re so used to, particularly in ... Read More »
Author: Jennifer Fields
New year, new recipe: Homemade Burger Patties with Fresh Lime Juice
Food writer Jennifer Fields introduces some fruit to her hamburger patty recipe: fresh lime juice. Quick and easy with a zingy flavor for summer or winter grilling.
... Read More »Recipe: Healthy edamame salad with avocado and grapefruit
The New Year is well underway. I don’t know about you, but for me, the dawning of a brand new calendar encourages me to freshen things up in the kitchen. Gone are the last few months of heavy, overindulgence (thank goodness!), and in comes lightened flavors to get our bodies moving for the new adventures ... Read More »
Cooking and recipe lesson: Exploring sweet potatoes
Some people are a little unsure about sweet potatoes. They have quite a different shape than an ordinary spud, and aren’t they really, really sweet? Well, the sweetness level I can’t decide for you, but I would suggest letting go of any intimidation about their unique look, grabbing a few and ... Read More »
Cooking and recipe lesson: Let’s grill some fruit
I’ve always loved fruit and truly try to incorporate a variety into my diet each and every day. The seasons are changing and it’s time to get outside and grill. For those looking for something a little different, try this. Look inside your fridge and pull out your favorite, delectable and ... Read More »
What exactly does “good” olive oil mean?
When browsing through recipes or watching cooking shows on TV, I’ve noticed something about the mention of olive oil. For example, on the Food Network’s “Barefoot Contessa” with Ina Garten, when it comes time to utilize a drizzle, splash or heaping amount of olive oil, Ina precedes to ... Read More »