Sassy ‘sketti Sauce

I believe I am addicted to cookbooks…on average I check out about 4 every time we go to the library—and I have about 50 cookbooks hangin’ out in my kitchen. This love of books will serve you well when you are savoring this delectable sauce. I have been challenged making sauce from scratch…it was either [...]

Spinach stuffed shells

Before you write off this recipe due to the spinach…consider the fact that all 4 of my children scarf this down (after I explain what “the green stuff” is). They are a cinch to make, delicious, and look pretty. Serve with some bread and a salad—and the menu for tonight is done!
Yields: 6 [...]

Fruit Cobbler

This is SO easy and is low-fat…but your tastebuds will be delightfully deceived and you will never know it (4.1 g fat per 6 oz serving). This took about 10 minutes to assemble…I popped it in the oven as I was serving dinner.  I used frozen fruit…which made it even easier. You can [...]

Sweet n’ spicy meat rub

If you are ready for a tasty rub that is friendly with just about any meat—chicken, pork, ribs, even steak…then this recipe is for you! It’s especially great because you don’t need to use additional BBQ sauce…but it won’t hurt. When I use it on chicken, the kids have nicknamed it “the special [...]

Dinner Party Pork Loin Yield: 6-8 servings

This is a very versatile recipe. I used it for a pork loin…but you could use it on chicken, beef, or even a vegetarian dish where you use the rub on the tofu. Just smelling this rub made me hungry as the aroma is light and citrusy from the cumin & lime and savory from [...]

Cheesy potatoes Yield: 9×13 pan

I made this wonderful version of a classic comfort food to go with the ham on Easter. I must say, it was heaven on a fork. They are not overly cheesy, and if you left out the cheese…you would essentially have scalloped potoates. Enjoy!
6 med-large potatoes, cut into 1/4″ pieces (I like Yukon Golds for [...]

Delish pizza dough Yield: {3} 15” pizzas

Making your own pizza dough is so much cheaper than buying a pre-made store version and definitely cheaper than ordering pizza for delivery. So, take these basic ingredients that you already have in your kitchen and create this delicious, crusty, pizza dough that your family will love. If you divide the dough into smaller pieces [...]

Pumpkin Spice Muffins/Bars

When you bake these muffins, you will be welcoming all the smells of autumn into your kitchen. Get ready for some delicious, moist, pumpkin muffins. If you’ve never had molasses paired with pumpkin…you are in for a treat! In addition to bringing some iron to the mix, molasses adds a warming sweetness. Your friends will [...]

Crustless Streusel Pumpkin Pie

The holidays will soon be upon us, and that brings to mind the joy of spending time with friends and family. It also brings to mind the amount of extra weight that can often be an unwelcome addition after the holidays are over. I have a wonderful solution for you this Thanksgiving…a lower [...]