I have been busy making variations of butternut squash soup lately, this is the spicy version for those who like a little heat! I love butternut squash soup and I discovered it’s very quick and easy to make. Squash is a wonderful orange vegetable that is a good source of beta carotene, vitamin A, potassium and other good things your body needs. Feel free to substitute any other type of orange squash like acorn, hubbard or even pumpkin in this recipe. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Watkins... Read Full Story

Welcome to week one of the Healthy Holiday Recipe Round Up. This was last minute idea, so rather than wait an extra week I decided to just go for! This didn’t give people much time to enter their recipes but I expect we will have a bigger turn out next week. Anyways, I know you won’t be disappointed with this week’s recipes and there is sure to something just right for your Thanksgiving menu. Our first featured recipe is a Banana-Pineapple Breakfast Shake from Meg’s Country Kitchen. It’s... Read Full Story

This organic herbed roast turkey cooks fairly quickly, tastes delicious and because it calls for organic ingredients it’s healthier for you and your family too. There are many benefits to choosing organic food because organically grown foods don’t add pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals into your diet or the environment. Ingredients: 1 7-8 lb organic grown turkey 1/4 cup/60 mL Original Grapeseed Oil 2 tbsp/30 mL Watkins Organic Garlic Powder 2 tsp/10 mL Watkins Organic Basil 1 tsp... Read Full Story

 These healthy rum raisin spice muffins are made with whole wheat flour and oat bran, plus they are low in sugar and fat. They're perfect for a holiday breakfast or afternoon treat. I don't know why I haven't posted more muffin recipes here as they are one of my favorite things to bake! If you'd like to see more muffins and quick bread recipes just let me know.   Ingredients: 1 cup raisins 3 tbsp. apple juice 1 tsp. Watkins Rum Extract 1 cup low-fat buttermilk 1/3 cup oat bran 3 tbsp... Read Full Story

You are invited to join the healthy holiday recipe round up to share and find delicious, healthy recipes for your holiday menu. Starting on November 12th, 2008, and then every Wednesday for the next four weeks Cooking with Just The Right Spice will be featuring healthy holiday recipes from across the blogosphere. Do any of these traditional holiday foods sound familiar to you? Turkey with bread stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes and gravy. How about sweet potatoes or yams with brown sugar and... Read Full Story

I thought it would be nice to put together some new, traditional and some unique thanksgiving dinner ideas for you. If you are new to cooking, tired of serving the same old menu or want to try something new this should help. I'll share my recent finds, which are great recipes, photos and ideas you can use to make your thanksgiving dinner extra special or extra easy! We'll start with a few appetizers, my favorites are Bacon And Onion Stuffed Mushroom Caps or a couple of easy spinach dip... Read Full Story

These low fat lemon muffins are moist and delicious with flecks of nutmeg and lemon peel through out to flavor them. The apple sauce and pineapple juice are what make them moist with out any fat and they are not too sweet. Enjoy your lemon muffins as a healthy holiday snack and they are great for packed lunches too. Ingredients: 2 1/2 Cups Oat Bran 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour (try 1 cup whole wheat & 1 cup all purpose) 2 teaspoon Watkins Baking Powder 1 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda 1/2 teaspoon... Read Full Story

These low fat lemon muffins are moist and delicious with flecks of nutmeg and lemon peel through out to flavor them. The apple sauce and pineapple juice are what make them moist with out any fat and they are not too sweet. Enjoy your lemon muffins as a healthy holiday snack and they are great for packed lunches too. Ingredients: 2 1/2 Cups Oat Bran 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour (try 1 cup whole wheat & 1 cup all purpose) 2 teaspoon Watkins Baking Powder 1 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda 1/2 teaspoon... Read Full Story

Marinades can be made out of a variety of ingredients, this spicy citrus marinade gives chicken a unique and delicious flavor. When you marinate meat it is best to leave it in the marinade for a minimum of eight hours to get the best flavor, the easiest way is to leave it to marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Ingredients 1/4 cup orange juice    1/4 cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons Watkins grapeseed oil 1/4 teaspoon Watkins sage    1/2 teaspoon Watkins ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce    1... Read Full Story

 Any time, is a great time to use your slow cooker, and with the cooler weather it's time to enjoy stews again. This hearty beef barley stew is sure to hit the spot with you and your family. It's a delicious one pot meal that contains all the important food groups; vegetables, meat and whole grains. Serve with some whole grain buns or bread to soak up the juice, for a quick and easy dinner. Ingredients: 2 lbs. cubed stew beef 2-3 carrots (thinly sliced) 2 celery ribs (thinly sliced) 1... Read Full Story