This morning I had 3 mushy overripe bananas on my counter… which you would think “oh great, I can make banana bread” should’ve been my first thought. It wasn’t! See, I apparently am the oddball who loves bananas, hates banana bread! You could not pay me to eat banana bread. I have no clue why, […]
Archives for June 2011
Chicken Piccata with Orzo Recipe
Just a quick side note about the capers in the recipe, if you don’t like capers you can substitute for olives or leave them out entirely. Additionally, the grated lemon rind for the orzo isn’t entirely necessary either but add if you’d like. Chicken Piccata with Orzo Recipe Ingredients * 1 cup uncooked orzo * […]
Rice cakes w/PB & fruit
When you’re not in the mood for a big complicated snack, and just want something quick (yet healthy & filling) to throw together try rice cakes with peanut butter and fruit. This is so easy, delicious and filling. Wonderful to snack on, and great for post workout too. My daughter actually came up with this […]
National Donut Day & Review of The Original Donut Factory
Today, June 3rd is National Donut Day. It’s always the first Friday of June. So, to celebrate it I did a review of the Original Donut Factory and made some donuts last night for today. I’m sure you’re saying, “Ummm Tara, donuts aren’t healthy” But, these are a bit healthier since they’re not fried…(good justification […]
What are your thoughts on the new plate vs the food pyramid?
Yesterday the gov’t introduced the new food plate, doing away with the original food pyramid. What do you think of it? We discussed it last evening on wellness chat on Twitter. Many feel it’s a good guideline for children and those who need nutritional coaching but yet others (myself included) don’t think we need the […]
