Comfort Food Fix Ellie Krieger Comfort food satisfies the tummies and warms the soul, but often will leave a few pounds on you. Not with Ellie Krieger's spin on our old fashioned favorites, where she lightens up traditional dishes and gives them a healthier twist. Ellie's new book, Comfort ...
Video Interview with Ellie Krieger
Last week I had the pleasure of talking with Food Network star Ellie Krieger, a down-to-earth woman and mom concerned about healthy eating -- just like you and I. Like many of us, she believes in building healthy snacking around fresh produce. Shopping weekly at farmers' markets, farm stands and ...
Blair Candy
Disclaimer: The following is a paid review of Blair Candy. I agreed to write this review in exchange for monetary compensation after I found their website to be favorable. As always, I only review companies and products that I like and prefer to leave anything negative off of Cooking With ...
Funny Fennel
Here’s a little moral about fennel. I’ve had a strong distaste for this crunchy-anise flavored herb for my whole adult life. I have a nebulous memory of eating a fish dish overpowered by fennel and since then, I’ve had an aversion to it -- as strong as when I loathed garlic during my first ...
Walk of Shame
As I walked down Lou’s driveway, feet sloshing through a soggy mixture of splattered sauce, seeds and skins, I feel no pride. It was almost as if I was stealing the 20 quarts of tomato sauce and big bag filled with dozens of plum tomatoes I carried to my car. My pristine sundress, without a single ...
Picture Perfect Picnic at the Beach
.JPG)
Sometimes it’s really nice to have the best picnic. Growing up, my parents would take me to the Washington Capitol for a sensational display of fireworks, the monuments providing a magnificent backdrop to a National symphony choreographing each burning ember. We’d bring a picnic, sure, but it always ...
Southwestern Quinoa Burger
This low fat veggie burger is packed with protein and loaded with flavor. It holds together well in patty form and can be pan seared, broiled or grilled. Serve on a bun or without and if you like, spice it up with some chili lime mayo. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients2 eggs, ...
Notes from Vacation: Orange Ice Cream
As we wind our way down the mountain road after a visit to Caldes de Monchique, the ancient Roman spa known for its healing powers, we’re reflecting on our climb through a gorge carved within the mountains, destined for cascading falls and hot springs. We envision the hopeful people who pilgrimaged ...
Review: Earth Pan 12 inch Non-Stick Skillet
A skillet that’s good for you AND for the environment! Now that’s a smart idea. I was offered the opportunity to review this earth friendly skillet with a pan for me and a pan for you, one of my lucky readers. Since I am used to cooking with heavier pans, I was a bit thrown off by the light weight ...
Benziger Family Winery
Disclaimer: The following is a paid review of the Benziger Family Winery. I agreed to write this review in exchange for monetary compensation after I found their website to be favorable. As always, I only review companies and products that I like and prefer to leave anything negative off of Cooking ...