Have you had your Swiss chard lately? If you're like me, it may not be something you eat very often. Chard is a member of the beet family with bright green leaves and red celery-like stalks. The greens can be prepared like spinach. It's an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C as well as containing many other essential vitamins and minerals. Continue reading →

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This easy to make dried fruit compote is a good source of iron, potassium, antioxidants, and fiber. The dried fruits plump up nice and soft and the natural sugar in the fruit transforms the water into a rich sweet sauce. Delicious served hot or cold, it's a luscious and comforting treat in the midst of a long and dreary winter. I've included two of my favorite ways to enjoy it. Continue reading →

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My Dad always says "anyone can make anything taste good with sugar and butter; the trick is making something taste good without them". Here's a unique, flavorful, not too sweet, healthy ingredients cookie you can actually feel good about eating! Continue reading →

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There's a few times a year when it is almost impossible for me to eat healthy. Super Bowl Sunday is definitely one of those times! Who can resist all those yummy appetizers and treats laid out for the big game? I came up with this "healthier than most" appetizer by combining two recipes into one. Continue reading →

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Quiche is a favorite light meal of mine. I especially love the versatility of the dish. Start with a few eggs and a pie crust and the possibilities are endless! It's a great way to use up stuff from your fridge and it makes for a light yet satisfying meal in itself. Continue reading →

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