Pampered Chef Stuffed Mushroom Recipe

Prep 20 min | Cook 15 min |Ready in 35 min THIS AIR FRYER STUFFED MUSHROOM RECIPE HAS JUST A SPLASH OF RED WINE VINEGAR WHICH IS THE PERFECT BALANCE FOR THE EARTHY MUSHROOMS AND CREAMY CHEESE. INGREDIENTS 2 pkgs (8 oz./225 g each) baby bella mushrooms, washed and stems removed2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil½ tsp (2 mL) salt⅛ tsp (0.5…

The Health Benefits of Red Wine

Red wine is suprisingly healty, thanks to resveratrol. Resveratrol is an antioxidant that’s produced by certain plants. The skin if grapes, especially grapes that are used to make red wine, is found to contain a high level of resveratrol. "Resveratrol is one of the most powerful antioxidants found in nature. It is highly potent in…

Basic Viniagrette Dressing and 5 Different Variations

This simple viaigrette dressing is delicious on its own, but it is also a perfect starting point for light and flavorful homemade dressings. INGREDIENTS Basic Vinaigrette6 tbsp (90 mL) olive oil4 tbsp (50 mL) white wine vinegar2 tbsp (30 mL) water¼ tsp (1 mL) salt⅛ tsp (0.5 mL) ground black pepper VARIATIONS Asian Vinaigrette 2 tbsp (30 mL) Basic Vinaigrette1 tbsp (15 mL) reduced-sodium soy sauce2…

Fresh Tomatoe, Cucumber and Feta Salad

INGREDIENTS Salad2   seedless cucumbers, cut into 3" (7.5 cm) pieces and in half lengthwise4   plum tomatoes, tops removed and cut in half lengthwise1   yellow bell pepper, seeded and quartered4 oz (125 g) chunk feta cheese, cut in half lengthwise Black pepperDressing1/4 cup (50 mL) white balsamic or white wine vinegar1/2 cup (125 mL) olive oil or vegetable oil1/2 tbsp (7 mL) sugar1 tsp (5 mL) Italian…

5 Reasons to go Walking

The New Year is here, and there a million reasons why everybody want to begin a fitness routine. The easiest, most convenient, and least expensive is right under your feet. Go for a walk. 30 minutes or more a day will not only burn calories and tone legs, but it will also improve mood, cognitive…

Skinny Ceaser Salad with Grilled Romaine

Prep 15 min |Cook 15 min |Ready in 30 min | 250 calories per serving This salad packs an unexpected crunch because of the combination of fresh and grilled romaine. Ingredients Lightened-Up Caesar Dressing⅔ cup (150 mL) plain fat-free yogurt3 tbsp (45mL) lemon juice1½ tbsp (22 mL) red wine vinegar1½ tbsp (22 mL) Worcestershire sauce2 tsp (10 mL) anchovy paste2 tsp (10 mL) Dijon mustard½ tsp (2 mL) black…

Happy New Year

Happy New Year everybody.  I hope this is a year full of peace, good health, and prosperity for everybody.  My advise for the new year - set goals and set out achieve them! My goal for the month of January is to get fit again. 2020's quarantine got me out of the habit of working…

Pampered Chef – Small Appliances – 25% Off

Pampered Chef has the 3 most loved small appliences on sale for the whole month of January! Deluxe Air Fryer - $279 $209.95 BEST AIR FRYER FOR A FAMILY Enjoy fried foods at home without all the mess, hassle, and oil of deep frying but with all the flavor and texture you love. Ours is…

Merry Christmas

Life has changed in 2020. I don't like the changes, but I have learned to live with them. I am grateful for my home and job, and I have tried to use this time to learn new skills, start a small business, and reconnect with friends and family. I have also welcomed new people into…

St. Pete Pier – Waterfront Happy Place

I was a disappointed when the St. Pete Pier was scheduled to be torn down and replaced. The iconic upside down pyramid held many happy memories for me. I first visited when there on vacation with my parents when I was 10 years old. It was a wonderful and place. I loved to visit the…