From Faith: Just four simple ingredients… and we have Senior Contributor Chris Prosperi to thank for this slow cooker chicken recipe that turns out the most velvety, moist meat imaginable. The reason for the texture and juicyness, he says, is that the the slow cooker prevents moisture from escaping the bird. Talk about easy… you can […]
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Amy’s Blood Orange-Maple Acorn Squash with Toasted Almonds
From Faith: This would be a crowd-pleaser at the Thanksgiving table, although you could serve it anytime and for any reason. My girlfriend Amy Gross thought of this combination after hearing us talk on the show about the glories of roasted acorn squash. In the market while shopping, Amy scanned the produce section for a minute, […]
Chicken Parm Meatballs
Real, great-tasting food. Nutritious. Quick cooking for busy people, families and new cooks. That’s what we love about Dinner: The Playbook by Jenny Rosenstrach. When we told her we were entranced by her chicken parm meatballs she burst out with, “That’s THE single most popular thing I’ve ever done.” But that’s not the only delicious […]
Italian Sausage and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
Alex loves squash of all kinds and created this dish using acorn squash and apples. It’s perfect for fall and you can customize it to include the add-ins you like. Add dried cranberries for a little more sweet-tartness. If you’re not a stuffing fan, use wild rice. Photo: Jimsideas/Flickr, creative commons
Grilled Lemony Lamb Chops
The marinade makes these lamb chops so delicious and lemony, and only 177 calories per chop. Serve them with a green salad for a satisfying, low calorie meal.
Almost-Fat-Free Dieter’s Lemony Dressing
The secret to making this a low-fat dressing is using the water in place of most of the oil. Only 18 calories in one tablespoon.