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Mexican Chocolate Shake with Tofu (+ Sweet Potato Fries)

Peggy — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:05:17 +0000

Last week I posted an adaptation of Mark Bittman’s recipe for Black Bean Burgers — fast food, much improved – and I promised to post the companion Mexican Chocolate Shake and Sweet Potato Fries today. The recipes were inspired by an article Bittman wrote for the New York Times entitled: “Yes, Healthful Fast Food is Possible. But edible? (April 3, 2013)” He … Full recipe post »

Mark Bittman’s Black Bean Burgers

Peggy — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:12:58 +0000

I’m reluctant to quote statistical data linking patronage of fast food chains to high obesity rates; so much material is circumstantial, biased, and, therefore, skewed. Except data mined from the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health. Information gleaned from their studies regarding global populations, their eating habits, and relativity of fast food consumption to obesity … Full recipe post »

Grilled Vegetables with Mediterranean Breadcrumbs

Peggy — Tue, 14 May 2013 01:14:15 +0000

By whipping up a savory mixture of panko seasoned and sautéed with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, garlic and basil, I turned a simple dish of grilled vegetables into something more substantial. I selected eggplant and zucchini, but mix and match vegetables according to what is appealing to you. Bear in mind that the topping is crumbly, so a … Full recipe post »

Watercress & Edamame Salad with Quinoa

Peggy — Wed, 08 May 2013 20:11:44 +0000

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and if you’re a mom, what’s in it for you? I don’t have the luxury of spending Mother’s Day with my kids, enjoying their pampering and attentions; in my world, that’s a sentimental notion. But this is a holiday set aside just for us mothers, so if plans aren’t made for … Full recipe post »

Beet & Yogurt Dip with Goat Cheese & Hazlenuts (and shortcuts)

Peggy — Fri, 03 May 2013 12:58:58 +0000

I know many readers are beet lovers (because you’ve told me!), so here’s a recipe you root vegetable enthusiasts will enjoy. I, too, am crazy about beets. I also appreciate having healthy, delicious dips and snacking foods at the ready, and this beautiful ruby-colored spread will keep several days, refrigerated, for enjoying guilt-free and at random. The recipe was … Full recipe post »

May Day Cocktail: French 75

Peggy — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:59:47 +0000

Seen the weather forecast for this week? Looks like we may get into the eighties! It’s been a mighty long time coming. Two days and counting untll May, and what better way to celebrate than with a spiffy cocktail, full of sparkling sunny flavor. My kids, Greta and Zan, stopped by for dinner and I asked … Full recipe post »