Quinoa Tabbouli If you are craving tabbouli but don’t have time for all of the chopping this is a great alternative! This quinoa tabbouli salad involves less time in the kitchen and is more filling because the main ingredient is quinoa. The cucumbers give this subtly sour and lightly spiced salad a nice crunch while the […]
CookingwithMelody.com's Pomegranate Salad recipe made it to Realtor Agatha Bazzi's Century 21's February 2010 e-Newsletter! They described it as a Healthy and Delicious Pomegranate Salad-Great for Valentine's Day,and wrote "Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants which are good for your heart, while the seeds sprinkled throughout the salad are like an abundance of little red hearts […]
They say the way to a man's heart is thru his stomach. This is indeed true! It is also a way to a woman's heart so if you are running out of ideas of what to do for your valentine it's a great idea to cook! I've added a new recipe that's a perfect treat […]
Breakfast Crepes These delightful crepes make a great breakfast or dessert. You can roll them fold them or top them with a variety of toppings. I like to double or triple the recipe to make a stack of crepes and serve them with the following combination choices; nutella and bananas; fresh berries with powdered sugar; […]
Cooking can be faster and easier with the right kitchen tools. I recommend getting familiar with the myriad of kitchen supplies and tools available to learn which ones will work best for you. I've collected a number of amazing kitchen tools that make cooking a lot more enjoyable for me that I would like to […]
Pecan Bars This has been a frequently requested dessert ever since I made them the first time. Although I think everyone is trying to stay away from them lately to watch their waist lines! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed ½ cup sugar ½ teaspoon salt 2 […]
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes I love the smell of roasted garlic on a winters day! This side dish will go well with many chicken or beef dinners. This version is healthier than your average mashed potato. No butter or cream and if you want to reduce a little more fat, skip the parmesan cheese; it […]
Chicken Cacciatore with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes This is the perfect Italian comfort food dish. The sauce has a nice balance of spice and sweetness. The roasted garlic mashed potatoes make it even better. Your family will love it! Ingredients 8 chicken thigh pieces with skins (You may use a whole chicken cut into 8 […]
I caught this restaurant on Guy Fieri's show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives and was eager to try it being that it is a local San Diego restaurant! My husband and I went there the first time for an afternoon workday lunch and found ourselves at the end of a long line. While chatting with a few others […]
Fattoush Salad This refreshing Mediterranean salad is made with homemade pita chips. The combination of the salad, pita chips, and dressing creates a crisp tasty salad that will satisfy your healthy craving! Use any extra pita chips for dipping. They are delicious with hummus, baba ghanoush or lebne. Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped 1 […]