Healthy Recipes

INGREDIENTS 2 c. converted rice 3 tsp. salt 2 (16 oz.) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained 3 c. cooked fresh corn kernels or 1 (12 oz.) can corn niblets 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar 2 tsp. chili powder 1 bunch scallions, chopped (about 3/4 c.) 2/3 c. corn or safflower oil 1/4 c. fresh lime juice 2 tbsp. vinegar 4 pickled jalapeno peppers (stemmed, seeded and quartered) 1 tsp. ground cumin INSTRUCTIONS Cook as directed on package using 5 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. In a large bowl, combine rice, beans, corn and scallions. Toss lightly to mix. In a food processor, ... Read Full Story

Browse > Home / Recipes / Heart Healthy Recipe-Fresh Fruit Kebabs With Lemon Lime Dip January 26, 2009 Heart Healthy Recipe-Fresh Fruit Kebabs With Lemon and Key Lime Dip Dietitian’s tip: These kebabs work well with any type of fruit, including more exotic types such as star fruit, kumquats or prickly pears. To prevent fruit from browning, dip in pineapple or orange juice. INGREDIENTS: 4 ounces low fat, sugar free key lime yogurt 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lime zest 4 to 6 pineapple chunks 4 to 6 strawberries 1 kiwi, peeled and diced 1/2 banana, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 4 to ... Read Full Story

This is a delicious curry recipe that is relatively easy to make. You will need some turkey stew meat (turkey breast with all the fat and skin removed), fresh ginger root, Anaheim chili pepper, onion, garlic, fat-free plain yogurt, fresh coriander (cilantro), chicken broth and some curry powder. We buy our curry powder by the pound because it is more economical than what is available in grocery stores. This recipe makes about 4 servings. It can be served by itself, but is best when served over brown rice. This isn’t exactly a core food because it is made with a dairy product (yogurt) but ... Read Full Story

The inspiration for my recipes can come from anywhere - sometimes the source is a bit wacky - even for me. Depending on your age, it might be hard to imagine a time when you couldn’t just sit at a computer to surf for inspiration for your next meal. Did you ever stop to wonder where your mom or grandmother found inspiration for new recipes? It might surprise you that newspapers and magazines were often the source for what are now family favorites. I look forward to Wednesd ays because the NY Times includes a section just for foodies like me. Like most people, ... Read Full Story

This is my Fabulous Quick and Easy 7 Bean Vegetable or Vegan Chili Recipe OK, Baby Boomers, It is time for me to “SPILL THE BEANS” and give you my 7 Bean Chili Recipe. It is that time of the year when Chili tastes especially good. Granted there are a million chili recipes out there. But not everyone has a chili recipe as good as this recipe, vegetarian style.. Enjoy… Ingredient’s: Use ORGANIC when possible with your chili recipe! 2 tablespoon virgin olive oil 1/2 to 1 medium onion, chopped 2 bay leaves 2 tablespoons of parsley 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 tablespoons dried ... Read Full Story