PrintBroccoli Salad This is a great vegetable mix that is appealing and crunchy. The vinaigrette-based dressing allows the flavors to come through without being heavy.Ingredients1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized florets 1 cup carrots, sliced thin 1 can black olives, drained 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 pkg. cherry tomatoes 3-4 green onions, sliced […]
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Broccoli Salad
Published in healthy foods, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Sides & Salads on February 25, 2012
Easy Stir-Fry
Published in healthy foods, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 19, 2012
PrintEasy Stir-Fry You can easily change the taste of this recipe simply by varying the vegetable content. I have chosen a blend of Asian vegetables and traditional, but please experiment and find out what your family likes best. I like to serve this over brown rice. If your family is migrating from white rice to […]
Read more »Spinach Salad with Strawberries
Published in healthy foods, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Sides & Salads on February 19, 2012
PrintSpinach Salad with Strawberries Prep Time: 10 minutes Yield: 8 servings Use blueberries, raspberries, or orange segments if strawberries aren’t in season. The balsamic vinegarette will complement the sweetness of the fruit instead of drowning it with another layer of flavor. Toasting the almonds in a dry skillet means no additional fat calories. I encourage […]
Read more »Grilled Lemon Dill chicken
Published in Chicken, healthy foods, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 19, 2012
PrintLemon Dill Chicken Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20 minutes Yield: 6 servings I like this recipe because it’s made on the grill but offers a unique flavor. Because it’s cooked in a foil tent, you can grill it with other dishes without compromising flavors.Ingredients6 each boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 lemons 6 sprigs […]
Read more »Saving Money with Organic Foods
Published in healthy foods, healthy snacks, organic food, saving money on March 29, 2010
Hello again! I’m amazed that it’s been almost a month since we’ve chatted. I guess it’s been busier than I thought… March definitely came in like a lion, but the proverbial lamb is just around the corner with sunny skies, warmer temperatures, and flowers like crocus, hyacinth, and daffodils dotting the landscape with cheerful colors. […]
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