Herb Roasted Chicken, Mushrooms and Vegetables

Here is another quick recipe for a busy family. This recipe is healthy and only takes about 40 minutes. Most of the prep work can be done the night before so that you can slip it in the oven and eat in 30 minutes. Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil 3 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed 2 [...]

Sweet Chicken and Mango Stir-Fry

This is, without a doubt, one of the best chicken recipes you will ever experience. The problem is in most countries, mangos are rare to find and, at best, seasonal. Then there is the issue of sweetness of the mango. In the Philippines, we are truly blessed to have the richest, sweetest mangos in the [...]

Delightful British Shepherd’s Pie

My husband had the wonderful opportunity to live and work (on-and-off) in London, England for a period of two years.During that time he was able to try many of the famous dishes of the British. One of these dishes was Shepherd Pie. When the English, who seem to have a national fascination with minced meat [...]

Portobella Mushroom Stroganoff

This is a rich vegetarian stroganoff made with portobella mushrooms, and served over egg noodles. It is quick to make, and tastes delicious. Best served with stir-fried veggies and fresh green salad. Ingredients: * 1/4 cup and 1 teaspoon butter * 1-1/2 large onion, chopped * 1-1/4 pounds portobella mushrooms, sliced * 2-1/4 cups vegetable [...]

Chicken Empanada

Among Filipinos, Chicken Empanada is a favorite snack and party fare that can be serve hot or cold. I always thought making empanada was difficult but after my first attempt it seems to get easier each time I make it. Empanada can be prepared in the morning and heated for dinner. Here is an easy [...]

Three-Chile-Dusted Shrimp with Corn Relish

This quick and easy recipe is beautiful to the eye, tasty, and healthy. The sugar in the spice rub for the shrimp caramelizes during cooking, giving them a nice charred look and deep flavor in addition to their chile heat. The fresh and easy relish balances that heat with its own sweet-sour flavor and crisp [...]

Greek Turkey Burgers

Hamburgers are not exactly the healthiest meal for the family. You have two choices: take the family to a fast-food restaurant and load up the unhealthy fat and cholesterol plus the high cost of eating out or make them at home. Why not try a tasty and healthy alternate to the common hamburger. Here is [...]

Szechwan Beef Stir-Fry

Moms of busy families are always looking for quick and easy meals that are healthy at the same time.This quick stir fry is full of flavor and works very well using beef but prawns or pork loin can be used to replace the beef. Don’t be afraid to add chili if you like it hot! [...]

Healthy Chicken Cacciatore

Many food names reflect various occupations or trades. ‘Cacciatore’ literally means ‘hunter’ in Italian, and this ‘hunter style’ dish makes good use of mushrooms (easily available to hunters trekking through forests!), onions tomatoes and herbs. Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish, also referred to as hunter’s stew. Early recipes may have been made with [...]

Southwestern Stir-Fried Shrimp

You have been out all day either at the workplace or running family errands. You arrive to find your family home and waiting…”What’s for dinner?”   Do those three words trigger a panic attack? They won’t again. The following quick recipe shows just how simple meal preparation can be – if you have the right [...]

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