Archive for February, 2009

Lightweight Whole Wheat Pancakes

This is a delicious pancake recipe that you can feel good about eating because it calls for whole wheat flour.  The pancakes are surprising light and fluffy.  You could also add blueberries or bananas to add additional flavor.
In a medium bowl, combine:
1 3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup vinegar
Let stand for about 5 minutes.  In a smaller [...]

Thyme and Mozzarella Meatloaf

Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food, but this recipe brings meatloaf to another level.  This recipe embodies the ease of making meatloaf, but with a much richer and more sophisticated flavor.  And golden bread crumb toppings make this a beautiful dish to serve.  You can always substitute dried herbs for fresh, but fresh herbs taste [...]

Limoncello Chicken

Limoncello is an Italian liqueur that is sweet and citrusy.  When it is heated and the alcohol has evaporated, the sugars left from the liqueur make an amazing sauce.  You could substitute white wine for the limoncello in this recipe but limoncello provides a much deeper flavor.  Plus you can enjoy a cocktail while cooking [...]

Chinese Honey Chicken with Snow Pea Rice

This is a lighter version of a fried honey chicken you would find in a Chinese restaurant.  It is so easy to make and the lemon compliments both the honey chicken and the rice.
In a small saucepan, over medium high heat, add:
1 tablespoon of butter
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
Once the butter has melted into the [...]