New Year, New You! And the best news is that you don’t need to deprive yourself of great taste for better health. This tasty dish is fashioned after Chicken Katsu, a dish from Japan consisting of fried chicken served with a thick, sweet sauce called katsu. It’s popular here in […]
Author: Marlene Koch
15-Minute Coconut Cream Candy Bar Pie
There is nothing quite as special as a homemade pie, but this one? Well, it’s super special! Not only does it have all of the creamy coconut-y lusciousness one expects from a coconut cream pie—it packs a double dose of chocolate to boot! And it can be made in as […]
5-Minute Shrimp Salsa Dip
With everything that has to be done over the holidays, this recipe is a life savior. Made in mere minutes, it’s a HUGE crowd-pleaser, and it suits almost any diet. Most of all, it’s unbelievably tasty! Simply grab a container of your favorite salsa, and a few fresh ingredients along with […]
Skinny Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes!
Merry Christmas! Here’s an easy holiday treat for all! With just 140 calories and the carbohydrate content of a single piece of bread, these deceptively decadent tasting beauties let everyone join the party! The cupcakes are moist and oh-so-chocolatey, with just a hint of of peppermint. The crowning glory is fluffy […]
Easiest Ever (No-Added Sugar) Pumpkin Ice Cream
Ice cream is my weakness. This time of year I love the holiday flavors, like pumpkin and peppermint. Unfortunately, these rarely are available in lighter or lower-sugar varieties, and as much as I love ice cream, I don’t love the calories that come with it. And boy-oh-boy, can they add […]
Easy Delicious Red Pepper Hummus
If you are looking for a new festive dip to serve at your next holiday gathering, look no further. With its pretty red hue, and fresh green and red garnishes, this is the perfect holiday dip. It’s also simple to make, and delivers a bold flavor that is sure to […]
Warm Sweet Cinnamon Apples – For Two
Warm, sweet, maple-cinnamon laced apples plus cool creamy yogurt = breakfast yum! Last week I attended a lovely lunch & learn cooking event put on by siggi’s Icelandic-style yogurt. Similar to Greek-style yogurt, when making Icelandic yogurt, or skyr, most of the whey is drained off leaving a thick, creamy […]
Favorite Pumpkin Pie Spice
I have never been a fan of commercial pumpkin pie spice, instead, when creating recipes my tendency has been to individually tailor the mixture of warm spices often found in pumpkin pie to a given recipe (be it a beverage, a cake, or a pie). That said, having a nice […]
Easy Sweet Potato Wedges
Full of beta carotene and vitamin A, and easier on the blood sugar than white or yellow potatoes—they are both nutritious and delicious! I recommend buying the sweeter, darker-skinned variety that are commonly sold as yams. I also find that leaving the skin on enhances the dish by adding more […]
Quick ‘n Healthy Taco Salad
Say adios to taco salads with thousands of calories with this crave-worthy 280 calorie beauty. I love a good taco salad, but once you realize how unhealthy most taco salads are, it’s tough to enjoy eating one without a side of guilt. By ditching the usual fried tortilla bowl and […]