Carrot “Fries”

These make a sleek, delicious alternative to the more starchy, greasy counterpart. And if you dip them in my famous Fry Sauce or my Special Sauce, then you won’t be able to stop eating these suckers. Then again, the sauce takes the healthy aspect back down a notch…but pay no attention to that! We’re here to…

Nutella Granola Bars

With all the preservatives, sugars, and additives in our kids’ snacks these days, it’s nice to be able to offer something yummy that’s wholesome too. This recipe makes a filling snack, and it will put a smile on your kids’ faces. It’s still got some sugar, but significantly less than what you’ll find in an ordinary granola bar. Plus…

Homemade French Fries

This recipe has been adapted slightly from Emiril Legassy’s “Perfect French Fries” from the foodnetwork.com. And when I say “adapted” what I really mean is “dumbed down” since I don’t have a candy thermometer, a tea cloth, or peanut oil. And I don’t like to peel my potatoes. But these are yummy. Especially if you…

Perfect Sweet Potato Fries

Perfecting the sweet potato fry is tricky. Most cooks complain they come out too soggy, too burnt, or too chewy. So we run off to Trader Joe’s and pay $7 for a 1/4 pound bag in the freezer section. And for what? One meal? Maybe two? This recipe will put all freezer bag fries, and even your grandmother, to…

Zesty Chicken Penne

This dish was inspired by a trip to Costco. I saw something similar in the refrigerated section, but I knew I could make three times the amount for cheaper. And healthier to boot. So I did. I recommend using my no-fuss homemade dressing to give it a fresh taste. It beats store-bought dressing, and you can make extra dry…