Archive for August 2018

Zoodles with Fresh Tomato Sauce

4 medium zucchini spiralized 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil? 1 cup ripe grape or cherry tomatoes?1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 12 to 15 turns freshly ground pepper? 2 large cloves garlic, crushed? splash white wine handful fresh basil leaves, chiffonade cut Wash zucchini, peel off skin and […]

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Stir Fry Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles!)

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 yellow onions spiralized? 4 small zucchini spiralized, patted dry with paper towel 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce? 2 tablespoons low sodium teriyaki sauce? 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. ? Add onions and cook for […]

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GRANS APPLE CAKE

1-2/3 cups sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon salt 6 cups chopped peeled tart apples 1/2 cup chopped pecans FROSTING: 4 ounces reduced-fat […]

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Tomato Zucchini Salad

7 large heirloom tomatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds), cut into wedges 3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 2 medium sweet peppers, thinly slice, any colors 1/3 cup cider vinegar 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, parsley […]

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TOMATO (Cherry) SALAD

1 quart cherry tomatoes, halved (or chunk up any larger tomatoes 1/4 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh basil 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano 1. Place tomatoes in […]

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Taco-filled Peppers

1 pound ground beef 1 envelope taco seasoning 3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup salsa 4 medium green peppers 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no […]

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Japanese Edamame or Garlicky Edamame

Edamame (any amount) 3 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil coarse sea salt soy sauce (+ wasabi, if you have it!) Low-sodium is good and less salty. Simmer the edamame in salty water for about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Serve with sea salt. . . […]

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Golden Russet Potato Gratin

1-1/2 Tbs. olive oil 2 large yellow onions (about 1 lb. total), halved and thinly sliced from root to blossom end Kosher salt 1-1/2 cups low-salt canned chicken broth 3 Tbs. unsalted butter 3-1/2 lb. russet potatoes (about 6 medium) 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup […]

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