Ever since my husband and I were diagnosed as pre-diabetic, I’ve been looking for short-cut meals with manageable carb counts that can be prepared quickly. I’m still figuring all this out. I found Taylor Farms vegetable-based meal kits at Meijer grocery* that I wanted to test. This one, Lemon Pesto Veggies with Pasta + Sauce, $4.99, was decent.
Creamy Spinach and Lentils
This recipe caught my eye recently on Pinterest. I try to cook vegetarian meals a few times a week because research shows it’s good for the planet and people. Plus, we like the variety. Joe likes to say, “It’s good and good for me.” So dang cute. The recipe is from Minnesota blogger Lindsay … View Post
Stir-Fried Vegetables With Gouda
The recipe says to serve this wonderful concoction on English muffins, which, according to my scribble in the cookbook, is “great.” I experimented this time with serving the cheese-glazed vegetables on better-for-you whole grains. The recipe is in my battered copy of Stir-Fries from Better Homes and Gardens’ Cooking for Today series. We liked the cheesy veggies served … View Post
Shepherd’s Stew with Dumplings
I came across this goody in my stack of untried soup recipes. It’s from the Food Network Kitchen’s The Chopped Cookbook: Use What You’ve Got to Cook Something Great. The recipe, a take on the classic Shepherd’s Pie*, says it takes 50 minutes to make, and that is about right. But contestants never get that much … View Post
Buddha Bowl with Peanut Sauce and Chicken
NorthStar Cafe, with three locations, is a favorite Columbus spot. At breakfast, their ham and cheese scone is amazing, as are their sweet potato hash, and their prosciutto and poached eggs on rosemary focaccia. Later in the day, their great salads, peanut slaw or Sweet Basil Burrito might call to me. Customers flock there every Earth Day, when they offer … View Post