My husband loves burgers so I am always looking to find new ways to prepare them.  This recipe is a wonderful twist on Caesar salad.  For a really decadent treat, I like to top them with a slice or two of bacon.
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
1-1 and 1/4 lb ground chicken
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bunches of green onions, chopped
zest from 1 lemon
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
with a large spoon, mix all ingredients together and then form into four equal sized patties.  Refrigerate patties for at …

This is a great cheese dip for chips or steamed vegetables, like broccoli.  So easy to make and perfect for large crowds or parties, such as a Superbowl celebration.
In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon of oil and cook over medium heat.  Once oil is warm, add:
1 onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
Once onion is soft and garlic is golden, reduce heat to low and add:
1 can (16oz) chopped tomatoes, drained
2 cans (4oz) chopped green chiles, drained
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Stir occasionally and keep heat on lowest setting or simmer.  Meanwhile, in …

This is a healthier take on fried chicken tenders, since it is baked.  It is so easy to make, plus both my two year old and husband love them.  These chicken tenders are great for dinner, appetizers, or parties.  You can serve them alone or with your favorite dipping sauce, try my homemade BBQ Sauce recipe or Leigh’s Marinara Sauce.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Salt and pepper 2 pounds of washed chicken tenders.  In a large shallow dish, put:
1 cup flour
Coat chicken in flour.  In another separate large shallow dish, …

This is one of my favorite shrimp dishes to cook and eat because it is so easy but tastes exotic.  Plus it has lots of great vegetables and is very lite.  I serve it over my Toasted Coconut Rice because of the sweet contrast.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat.  Once oil is warm, add to the skillet:
11/2 cups shredded carrot
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Cook on …

This is an ideal dish for a gathering because it is easy finger food.  Perfect for a football party, picnic, or informal cocktail party.  You can serve this chicken dish as an appetizer with your favorite sauce to dip into (try Leigh’s Marinara Sauce) or put it on top of a salad or pasta dish and enjoy it as a meal.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on medium heat.  Put:
1/4 cup ranch
in one dish.  And put:
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
in another dish.  Dip chicken tenders (about 1 …

This lasagna recipe is amazing. It has such wonderful flavors because of the roasted vegetables. Roasting the vegetables takes a little bit more time than just browning them in a skillet, but it is worth it. My husband and two year both loved this dish.
Preheat oven to 500 degrees. On a large baking sheet, sprinkle 2 tablespoons salt over:
1 eggplant, peeled and sliced lengthwise, 1/4 inch pieces
Let eggplant sit for about 45 minutes. The salt will draw out the excess liquid so the eggplant will …

This is a simple delicious tomato sauce that can be used in pasta dishes, pizzas, or for meat dishes as well. It is a great base for soups as well.
In a blender, on lowest setting, puree:
2 cans (28oz) of whole peeled plum tomatoes, undrained
In a large pot, heat, over medium-high heat:
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon onion powder
Once garlic is browned, add pureed tomatoes, 1 tablespoon dried marjoram leaves and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low or simmer and let cook for …

This is a great and easy Chicken Milanese dish that is one of my husband’s favorite. There are so many ways to serve this and variations that this dish never gets boring. My favorite way to eat Chicken Milanese is on a bed of arugula with lemon wedges, salt and pepper. Of course it can be served over any pasta, rice, or risotto as well.

This is a great light dish that is easy to prepare.  I love to serve this salmon with orzo or pasta.  The sun-dried tomatoes provide such a great flavor to the salmon and the spinach is packed full of vitamins.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large skillet, over medium high heat, cook:
3 cups chopped leaf spinach
Once spinach is wilted and liquid has evaporated, remove pan from heat.  In a small bowl, mix together:
1/4 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
Once spinach is cool, add to cheese and …

Although this chocolate lava cake is rich, it is not overly heavy. It is perfect for a Valentine’s Day dinner celebration, New Year’s Eve, or any other special occasion. It is wonderful dessert for small dinner parties because it can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.