Southwestern Butternut Squash Chili

Today is President’s Day and in honor of our current President Obama, I decided to do a chili recipe since it’s his favorite food. While there’s nothing ordinary about any type of chili, I did decide to do an out-of-the-box chili using butternut squash.  I’ve eaten versions of pumpkin chili before that I liked, so…

Sweet & Zesty Ginger Orange Glazed Acorn Squash

I was looking for an interesting side dish to go with the grilled pork chops I was making the other night and decided to use up one of the beautiful acorn squash I had lying in the bin.  I love the earthy sweetness of acorn squash but was looking for a little something different from…

Healthy and Tasty Mexican Flavors for Superbowl Yummies or Anytime

I thought I would add a second recipe that’s great for Superbowl food or any day as a main dish or appetizers.  This recipe is not only tasty and yummy but it’s spicy, low-fat and filled with plenty of veggies.  Who would have thought you can get all those things in Superbowl food?!  I usually…

A Tasty California Turkey Club and Guacamole Recipe for Superbowl Sunday

With Superbowl Sunday looming ahead, I’ve started to think about what I’m making.  Wings are on the menu for sure and I’m still deciding what else I want to make.  We just had a recent scare with a 42-year-old close friend of ours having a heart attack this past weekend.  It’s a grim reminder of…

Eggplant Frites and Roasted Red Pepper Coulis for Appetizer or Main Dish

I was torn on what dish to do for my second post this week, should I do an appetizer or do another main…  So I decided to do both! Since I started the week out with a lightly fried dish, I figured I would continue with another one, although actually this dish can be fried…