This delightful springtime recipe combines the savory flavors of sautéed zucchini and lemony chicken for a tasty weeknight or weekend meal. Ingredients 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 pound chicken cutlets 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup water 1/3 cup uncooked couscous […]
This chicken recipe yields about four ounces cooked meat from one chicken breast and 3/4 teaspoon oil–about 3/4 of her daily meat and 15 percent of Nunes’s oil allowance per MyPyramid recommendations. Ingredients 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground […]
A veggie-stuffed omelet makes for one easy, satisfying dinner when paired with a simple side salad. While the cooked spinach mixture sits, it may give off some more liquid; strain this off to keep the omelet from becoming watery. Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup chopped shallots 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 (8-ounce) […]
Pull the pan off the heat as needed, while stirring, to control how fast the eggs cook. The finished omelet should be golden outside and unbrowned, while still creamy at the very center. Ingredients 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 4 large eggs, divided 1 teaspoon butter, divided Nutritional […]
Wondra flour has a fine, powdery consistency that yields smooth sauces and crispy crusts. Sifted cake or rice flour would also work if you can’t find Wondra. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chopped turnips 1 cup chopped Yukon gold potato 3/4 cup chopped peeled Fuji apple 1 bay leaf 1/4 cup light sour cream 2 tablespoons […]
Light, fresh, and deliciously dynamic–this easy-to-make, vibrant salad is the perfect guilt-free meal for two. The flavoful homemade Arugula Pesto featured in this recipe comes together in a flash, but you can definitely substitute in a couple tablespoons of your favorite store-bought, prepared pesto if you’re in a hurry. The recipe below yields about 1 […]
Add a touch of tropical flair to your steak dinner with a flavorful side of grilled pineapple rice. From grill pan to table, this dish is dinner-ready in under 30-minutes; so quick, it’s basically a vacation from stressful supper prep. Ingredients 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin […]
The key to success here is to brush the Apple-Bourbon Glaze on the chops during the last few minutes on the grill, turning and brushing often to create a layered, lacquered look. Garnish the chops with grilled halves of small apples brushed with the glaze. Ingredients 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher […]
Port reduces to an intensely fruity, syrupy glaze for the pork loin. You can also omit the port and stir 2 tablespoons unsalted chicken stock into the cherry preserves. Fresh sage or rosemary would work in place of the thyme. Ingredients 3/4 cup ruby port 1/2 cup cherry preserves 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 […]
Embrace breakfast’s savory side with this whole-grain bowl. This simple one-dish meal is crowned with a soft-boiled egg; the nutrient-rich yolk creates its own creamy sauce. New research shows that eating eggs with raw vegetables like tomatoes increases your absorption of carotenoids—antioxidants that may protect against heart disease. Ingredients 1 large egg, at room temperature […]