One of my favorite desserts to enjoy after a long day is a chewy homemade chocolate chip cookie. Yet, as I get older I find myself wanting to lessen the amount of refined white sugar that I consume in my homemade baking products. I have been told that you can use a natural sugar substitute, but I was concerned about how it might change the taste of my cookies. I finally decided to give it a try anyway using Stevia. It’s a sugar alternative that is surprisingly affordable. I was pleasantly surprised at how lightweight the package was in comparison to the weight of white refined sugar.
recipes
Easy Bake Chicken Dinner Recipe for Two
This easy bake chicken dinner recipe is super easy to make.
Like many people, my schedule is quite hectic. I don’t like the idea of resorting to fast food for dinner. So I sat down one day and wrote down a list of quick and easy recipes that are healthier than fast food but yet very easy to prepare. This chicken dinner’s ingredients are basic (you probably already have them in your fridge or cabinets) and the preparation is simple. Just add the vegetables and chicken parts that you like best (we like drumsticks at our house), mix everything up with a spoon or your fingers, and bake.
15 Bean Soup and Rice Recipe
I had a bag of 15 bean soup sitting in my cupboard for the longest time, so I decided to finally use it. It came out so good and so tasty! It was good in that way that you know you’re eating something really healthy and antioxidant rich while also tasting delicious, so you want to drink up every bit of the sauce at the end of each bowl (or sop it up with a piece of Italian bread). Here is how I made my 15 bean soup and rice.
**Keep in mind that you need to soak the beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours. Also, this is a slow cook meal so start it in the early afternoon for dinner.
Homemade Mini Chimichangas Recipe
Homemade chimichangas are one of my favorite recipes to make at home. They are delicious little flaky pockets filled with Mexican inspired ingredients. I can remember the first time that I tried them. It was a cute Mexican restaurant located on West 4th Street in Manhattan. It was love at first bite! I was totally surprised to find out, later on, that they were not originally an authentic Mexican dish. I also, realized that there is no wrong way to make them. Chimichangas are basically burritos that are deep fried. However, I do my best to stay healthy, so needless to say, that I am not keen on deep frying anything these days! I figured out a healthier version that maintains its flavor and is very satisfying.
Homemade Banana Cake Made Easy
I love baking for my friends and family. Especially, in the winter months. An added bonus is the lingering aroma of freshly baked goods, that permeates throughout my home. What everyone should realize is that, baking delicious desserts doesn’t always require purchasing expensive ingredients. For example, just last night, I realized that my bananas were turning brown. So, instead of throwing them away, I decided to make a homemade banana cake to enjoy with a freshly brewed cup of coffee. This recipe is super easy and quick to prepare.
Easy Spicy Thai Noodles with Shrimp Recipe
Every so often, I really enjoy eating spicy Thai inspired cuisine. I first, had Thai noodles, at an upscale Asian restaurant in my hometown. I was shocked at the cost of the meal when reading the menu. I thought to myself, “I could make a more affordable version at home!” So that’s what I decided to do. All I needed was a few key ingredients purchased from my local Asian market. To my delight, it was a great success the first time I made this Easy Spicy Thai Noodles with Shrimp Recipe. I now make it on a regular basis for friends and family.