Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
We made this comfort food lighter by using "half and half" instead of full cream and by eliminating most of the butter. It still has the rich flavors and creamy texture but we don't feel so guilty after each bite!
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Chicken Pistou Pasta
Friday, February 19, 2010
I'm a fan of pistou, the French version of pesto, because it doesn't have pine nuts. The sauce is light and doesn't overpower the pasta. Made without chicken, this pistou pasta would also make a yummy side dish.
Taco Salad
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Turn your leftover taco meat or fajita chicken into a brand new meal by making a light and refreshing salad with cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
Crab Melt
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Let the whole family help shell the crab. Your mouth will water as you watch the crab being transformed into a cheesy open-faced sandwich. Make them your main course or cut them into small square for appetizers.
Pistou (Pesto)
Saturday, January 9, 2010
This sauce is excellent on pizzas and pastas! It is from the French line of pestos - pistou - and is lighter than traditional Italian pestos because it does not have pine nuts.
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The inspiration for this recipe came from my brother-in-law. He used to own a successful Italian restaurant and made my family a to-die-for shrimp Alfredo a few years back. Of course, it was the real deal, full of heavy cream and butter. We wanted to duplicate this hearty comfort food but make it lighter. Our version still has the creamy, rich flavors and textures but we don't feel so guilty after each bite!
Naan Bread
Monday, January 4, 2010
Naan bread is traditionally baked in a clay oven called a tandoor. Most of us aren't lucky enough to have a tandoor in our home so this version of naan bread is baked on a BBQ or in a conventional oven. It is a fun family cooking project and learning experience. Leave it plain or top with cheese, garlic, onion or other desired ingredients. Serve it with curries, rice dishes or soups.
Taco Meat
Monday, January 4, 2010
This taco meat doesn't require any store-bought seasoning packets but it is just as easy to make. It is so juicy and flavorful that you can easily substitute ground turkey or chicken for a healthier option (and some people might not even notice a difference!).
Marinara Sauce
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Make a large batch of this pasta sauce and freeze smaller portions for future dinners. Blend the sauce until it is smooth and your kids won't even realize they are eating loads of nutrient-packed tomatoes and other veggies!
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