March 14, 2021

Creamy Garlic Italian Dressing

Creamy Garlic Italian Dressing 8 servings Ingredients 1/2 cup low fat buttermilk1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese1 medium-sized garlic clove, minced2 water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and chopped1/4 small onion, minced2 tsp fresh lemon juice1 tsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce1 tsp cider or wine vinegar1/4 tsp dried leaf oregano1/4 tsp grated parmesan cheese1 generous tsp minced fresh parsley […]
March 14, 2021

Creamy Cucumber Artichoke Dressing

Creamy Cucumber Artichoke Dressing 6 Servings Ingredients 1/2 medium cumber, peeled, seeded and chopped3 water packed artichokes, rinsed and chopped1/2 tsp garlic powder, or 1 garlic clove, minced1-2 green onions, white part only1 tsp fresh lemon juice1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup lowfat buttermilk1/4 tsp dried dill weed Directions Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. […]
March 14, 2021

Low Fat Basic Vinaigrette

Low Fat Basic Vinaigrette 7 Servings Ingredients 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or rice vinegar1/2 cup water1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp apple juice concentrate1/4 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp fresh lemon juice1 tsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce1/2 tsp Dijon-style no salt added mustardDash of red (cayenne) pepper (Optional) Directions Place all ingredients in a jar […]
March 13, 2021

Low Fat Sour Cream Blue Cheese Dressing

Low Fat Sour Cream Blue Cheese Dressing 10 Servings Ingredients 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream1/2 cup nonfat mayonnaise1/4 cup white wine vinegar2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp ground white pepper1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, divided Directions Combine all of the ingredients except for 1/4 cup of the blue cheese in a food processor or blender, and process for […]
March 13, 2021

Low Fat Ranch Dressing

Low Fat Ranch Dressing 4 Servings Ingredients 1/2 cup nonfat mayonnaise1/4 cup nonfat sour cream1/4 cup nonfat yogurt1 tsp chopped shallots or 1/2 tsp chopped green onions1.5 tsp lemon juice1/2 tsp minced garlicSalt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper Directions In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, shallots and garlic. Season to taste with […]
March 13, 2021

Low Fat Caesar Salad Dressing

Low Fat Caesar Salad Dressing 6 Servings Ingredients 1/2 cup nonfat mayonnaise2 Tbsp grated nonfat Swiss Cheese1 Tbsp lemon juice1 Tbsp red wine vinegar2 tsp Dijon mustard1 clove garlic, minced1/8 tsp black pepper Directions Put all ingredients into a bowl and whisk to blend. Nutrition :  Serving Size is 2 Tbsp / Calories 40 / Total Fat 0.3 […]
February 28, 2021

How to Cook Brown Rice

How to Cook Brown Rice Directions Choose the right size pot. For cooking 1 to 2 cups of dry brown rice, a 2-quart saucepan will work well. If the pot is too big, the rice may not steam right. If the pot is too small, it may boil over and make a mess. Make sure the lid fits […]
February 28, 2021

Lemon Spinach Quinoa Salad

Lemon Spinach Quinoa Salad 8 Servings Ingredients 1 cup Ancient Harvest Tri-Color Quinoa1/2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 red bell peppers, chopped15.5 ounce can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)6 ounce baby spinach1/2 cup of feta cheese (optional)Dressing:3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 tsp dry oregano 1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper Directions […]
February 24, 2021

How to Cook Quinoa

How to Cook Quinoa Quinoa is technically a seed with a nutty flavor; however, it can be used in the same ways as other whole grains. There are 3 main types found in the U.S.: white, red, and black. White quinoa has the most delicate flavor and lightest texture. Red and black quinoa tend to be bolder and […]