Todd’s Italian Farro Bowl
Italian Vegetable Farro Bowl Ingredients Roasted Vegetables: 1lb of brussel sprouts cut in half 1 red onion sliced in rings 1/4" thick 2 carrots cut in 1/4" circles 3 garlic cloves sliced 1/2 a package to full package of cherry tomatoes cut in half. 1-2 tsp of olive...
Brussels Sprouts Salad in a Jar
Brussels Sprouts Salad in a Jar INGREDIENTS - Serves 4 BRUSSELS SPROUTS 1 pound brussels sprouts Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 red onion sliced CREAMY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons...
The Big Game Appetizers
Opposing Sides Dip 1 (16-ounce) can Great Northern beans, drained 1/2 cup chopped onion, divided 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided 2 small garlic cloves, divided 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained 1...
Holiday Menu 2016 – Dessert
Apple Confit Sturdy apples are flavored with cinnamon and vanilla in this slow cooker apple compote. Top with low-fat vanilla ice cream and a sprinkling of toasted walnuts or almonds for dessert. Ingredients 3 pounds firm cooking/baking apples, such as Granny Smith,...
Holiday Menu 2016 – Side Dish – Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta & Sage
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta & Sage In this roasted Brussels sprouts recipe,pancetta—cured Italian-style bacon—seasons sweet Brussels sprouts with a hint of salt and a touch of smoke that goes nicely with the fresh sage. Ingredients 1 large leek, white...
Holiday Menu – 2016 – Side Dish -Parsley Smashed New Potatoes
Parsley Smashed New Potatoes Ingredients 2 pounds new or baby red potatoes, (1- to 2-inch diameter), large ones quartered ⅔ cup low-fat plain yogurt 2 scallions, cut in half lengthwise and finely chopped ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons butter,...
Holiday Menu 2016 – Side Dishes – Butternut and Barley Pilaf
Butternut & Barley Pilaf Winter squash contributes a rich, full flavor to a simple barley pilaf. Gremolata, an Italian mixture of parsley, lemon zest and garlic, gives the dish a lively finish. We modified this recipe by roasting the squash. We had read a lot of...
Holiday Menu 2016 – Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Grape Sauce
Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Grape Sauce Roasting grapes bring out their succulent sweetness, then combing them with thyme, mustard and white wine creates an easy, savory sauce for the pork tenderloin. Ingredients 4 cups red and/or green grapes 1-1¼ pounds pork...
Holiday Menu 2016 – White Bean and Roasted Tomato Soup
White Bean & Roasted Tomato Soup Pureed beans add a satisfying richness and roasted tomatoes add incredible flavor to this hearty winter soup. We modified this original recipe to make it quicker to make. We used a can of white beans versus using dry beans. You can...
2016 Christmas Dinner Menu – Healthy Eating Ideas
Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Grape Sauce