by paula
30. May 2010 04:23
If you enjoy baking then you should try almond flour with your pancakes, or breads and muffins instead of whole wheat flour. I’m not saying that whole wheat flour is not healthy, but almond flour is filled with protein and fiber plus calcium, magnesium, and antioxidant vitamin...
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by paula
16. May 2010 13:54
I find tuna steak to be a very satisfying protein source. It’s meaty and filling. Buy fresh tuna if available. I do have a bag of frozen tuna steaks, but it doesn’t taste the same when prepared.
I prepare/prefer, tuna prepared rare (seared on the ou...
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by paula
14. April 2010 05:02
Cooking Blunders: Part 2-
When I got married I was 24 years old, and I wanted to make my new husband a really special meal. I was making marinated swordfish cabobs. I bought $30 worth of seafood, and spent hours prepping, and marinating for the dinner.&...
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by paula
13. April 2010 08:02
Cooking Blunders, Part 1-
Cooking can be intimidating to many people. Unfortunately, it is crucial in the success of loosing weight and successfully eating clean (staying away from processed foods, eating 6 small meals of lean protein, healthy carbs, whole grains, lots of ve...
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by paula
31. March 2010 11:40
I have been experimenting lately with how to add flavor to seafood or vegetables while adding no salt. “The kitchen sink” approach has lead me toward some great flavors.
I added marsala wine to the last 45 seconds cook time when pan searing orange roughy and mahi mahi. It...
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by paula
29. March 2010 05:00
I created a quick and delicious meal with a healthy amount of ‘heart healthy fats’, and great flavor; Grilled Salmon with Red Wine Sauce.
Take a shallot (or finely chop a 1/8th cup of Vidalia onion), add ½ cup red wines (you choose), ¼ cup balsamic vinegar ...
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by paula
28. October 2009 17:57
In trying to cook for a clean eating diet vs. fast food, higher fat diet, you need to use herbs to boost flavor. Typical processed foods utilize saturated fat, sugar and salt to enhance taste. As a way to make fresh herbs last longer and therefore are avail...
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by paula
16. October 2009 08:00
The bounty of fall is here and I hope that you all are enjoying it! As you might have read, I'm on an apple extravaganza! We have a super apple orchard my children and I go to. The crispies are amazing and I eat a lot of them. They make me smil...
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by paula
12. October 2009 08:56
I try to maintain a balance in my blogs about things I have experienced and those I just learned about. One excellent source of non-meat protein is tofu . I don't particularly love it, but many people do. Some might say,"I've just never had it prepared well&qu...
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