Parmesan Chicken Wings

My boyfriend couldn't stop raving about these! I promise that you will not have any leftovers when you make these.










This recipe makes 2 servings:
12 chicken wings cleaned
1 1/2 cup Chunky pasta sauce
1/2 cup chopped pepperoni
1/4 cup mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt

Total Prep/ Cook Time: 1 hour

Heat oven to 400 degrees
Coat the bottom of a baking pan with olive oil
Place chicken wings in baking pan and season with sea salt
Top with pasta sauce and pepperoni
Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes
Remove foil and bake uncovered for additional 10 minutes
Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese and broil for 5 minutes or until cheeses melt and slighty browns.

Let cool and enjoy!

Fried Brown Rice

At the beginning of the week I often prepare a medium pot of brown rice so that it is ready to go in my lunch bag as I need it. When I am feeling fancy, I will do something fun with the rice like add my favorite veggies and protein and make a fried rice medley.













This recipe makes 4 servings:
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup cubed tofu
1 cup cubed fish cooked (Also can use shrimp/ chicken/ beef/ or more tofu)
1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
1/2 cup scallions chopped
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 egg
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp sea salt

Total Cook/ Prep Time:
30 minutes

In skillet Saute:
Scallions/ Bell Peppers/ Garlic/ 1/2 tsp olive oil

Once the veggies have slightly browned, move them over to one side of pan.

Add another 1/2 tsp of olive oil to the skillet and then scramble the egg.

Mix egg and veggies together, lower heat to medium high and then slowly add in the rice

Next add the fish and tofu, mix thoroughly

Add the to mixture:
Soy Sauce/ Sea Salt / remainder of olive oil *stir together

Once all ingredients are fully heated. Remove from heat, serve and enjoy!

220 Calorie Egg Sandwich

Lately I have been counting calories (ugh) and along the way I have made some tasty meals that or 300 calories or less. This recipe is a yummy and low calorie.










This recipe makes 1 sandwich:
Arnold Brand Light Bakery 100% Whole Wheat (40 calories a slice)
Hard Boiled Egg (78 calories)
1 tbsp shredded low fat mozzarella (45 calories)
1/2 teaspoon butter (17 calories)
1/4 teaspoon parsley*
1/4 teaspoon garlic*
pinch of sea salt to taste*
*Ingredients have less then 2 calories or no calories)

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
15 minutes

Toast bread and spread with butter
Peel and rinse the boiled egg and cut in half
Place egg halves face down on one slice of bread and top with:
cheese/ parsley/ garlic/sea salt

Place in toaster oven to slightly melt the cheese. Top with the other slice of toast. Slice and enjoy!

Fiesta Fish

Ahhh! This dish was sooooooooo good that I began to write the post while I was STILL eating it :) So far this is my second round of whiting experimental dishes. I have 2 more fillets left, so stay tuned for another whiting fish dish soon.









This recipe makes 2 servings:
2 Whiting Fish Fillets *or any other flaky white fish
1/4 cup Pepper and Onion Relish *see below link to where to buy the relish
1/4 cup cooked Garbanzo beans
1/3 cup cooked Red beans
1/3 cup cooked White beans
1 tbsp chopped Scallions
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Where to buy the Relish: www.HarryandDavid.com

In medium bowl mix:
Relish/ Red beans/ White Beans/ Garbanzo beans/ Scallions/ Garlic/ Pepper Flakes

Place Fish fillets in a shallow baking pan and drizzle with olive oil. Top fillets with relish mixture and broil for 20 minutes. Remove from pan and serve.

*Meal Idea: Serve with backed potato or brown rice

Fresh Apples and Graham Crackers

There is nothing like snacking on a sweet crunchy apple after dinner and then I had an idea to make a desert that was more like a cold un-baked apple pie. Not sure if the I achieved the cold un-baked apple pie part but this turned out to be a tasty dessert anyway.










This Recipe Makes 2 Servings:
1 Red Delicious Apple (diced into 1/4" cubes w/skin)
1/2 cup Crushed Graham crackers
1/4 cup Almond Milk
1 1/2 tbsp Brown sugar
1 tsp Vanilla extract

Total Prep/Cook Time:
10-15 minutes

In 2 separate small bowls combine:

1. Apples/ Vanilla/ 1/2 tbsp brown sugar

2. Graham Crackers/ 1 tbsp Brown Sugar/ Almond milk* This mixture should have the look of damp sand. If too loose add more graham crackers; If too stiff add more almond milk.

Place half of the graham cracker mixture into a glass bowl or cup for serving. Top with diced apples. As a garnish, use cinnamon or sliced raw almonds.

Yummy!

Sesame Garlic Crusted Fish

Last week I purchased about a pound of Whiting Fish Fillets with the intention of experimenting with low calorie recipes that were easy to prepare. This recipe is nice and quick but very flavorful. The minced dried garlic along with the sesame seeds add a nice crunchy texture without having to deep fry the fillets.












This recipe makes 4 servings:
4 Medium Whiting Fillets (already cleaned)
1 Egg
4 tbsp Sesame Seeds
4 tbsp Minced Dried Garlic
1 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Sea salt
Dash of Black pepper


Total Prep/Cook Time:
15-20 minutes

In small bowl marinate fish with 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and sea salt. In separate shallow bowl, scramble the egg. Set aside.

On large plate combine:
Sesame Seeds/ Minced Garlic/ Black pepper


Slowly heat remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan.

Next take each marinated fish fillets and first dip into beaten egg mixture and then lightly coat in sesame/garlic on both sides. Place coated fillet into frying pan.

Let the fillets cook on each side for approx 3-5 minutes or until crust starts to brown. Remove from frying pan and place in serving dish.

Meal Idea:
Serve with fresh green salad and brown rice.

Vanilla Spiced Butter Spread

Ahh, the holidays and all the food that goes along with celebrating them! One of my friend's fathers (Mr. Evans) makes the most AWESOME coconut bread on the planet and this year, I received a 1/2 loaf as a gift. As usual, I have been eating the bread with everything imaginable but when I wanted to eat a slice as a treat all by itself; plain butter would not do. This slightly sweet spread was perfect and I plan to use it on as many breads and pastries I get my hands on.












This recipe makes 1/4 cup of spread:
4 tbsp butter or margarine (at room temperature)
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp nutmeg

Total Prep/Cook Time:
5-10 minutes

In small bowl mix:
Butter/ Brown Sugar/ Vanilla/ Nutmeg

Mix with spoon until all ingredients are mixed well and creamy. Spread onto favorite bread or pastry. Enjoy!

*Try toasting your bread or pastry with the spread on it! The spread will brown and slightly caramelize.

Merry Xmas: Brooklyn Style Sangria

Okay, so there is not much about this Sangria that is "Brooklyn" other than this is where I made it :) Anyhow, my BF gave me red wine and overproof rum then I aquired fruit from holiday gift baskets in the office, so in the middle of the night I decided to concoct this brew to satisfy my Sangria-making curiosty. I will be toasting with this drink all holiday!

Ingredients:
1 bottle of red wine of your choice
1 whole navel orange sliced into wedges
1 macintosh apple sliced into wedges
1/2 lemon sliced into wedges
1 cup rum
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup berry juice
1/4 cup honey

Total Prep Time:
15 munutes

Mix all ingrediants and chill overnight, YUM. This may become my traditional holiday punch.

Basil Egg Salad

My mom use to make my brother and I egg salad for lunch when we were younger and I loved it (minus the egg smell). This recipe reminds me of those days but the basil and spices in this recipe, tastes more grown up.











This recipe makes 2 servings:
4 hard boiled eggs (peeled and chopped)
2 tsp mayonnaise
1 tsp mustard
1 tsp parsley chopped
1 tsp onion chopped
1 tsp chopped basil
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp sea salt
Black Pepper to taste

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
20 minutes

In a medium bowl combine:
Eggs/ Mayonnaise/ Parsley/ Onion/ Basil/ Olive Oil/ Sea Salt/ Black Pepper

Mix well. Serve on a wheat pita with lettuce.

Enjoy!

Spicey Salmon Patties

Anyone that has graced my dinner table in the last 5 years, has definiately been served this dish. Sometimes I add curry to the mix or play up the lemon flavor.










This recipe makes 10-12 2" patties:
14 oz canned Salmon (drain and flaked apart)
1 egg
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice + 1 tbsp of pulp
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1/4 cup Softened butter (or margerine)
1 tbsp all purpose flour
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp chilli paste

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
45 minutes
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

In medium mixing bowl combine:
Salmon/ Lemon/Butter / Onions/ Scallions/ Sea Salt/ Garlic/ Chilli Paste/ Flour/ Egg

Mix well. Place mixture in refredgerator for 15 minutes. Make into 2" round patties and place on a greased cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes, turn patties over and let cook on other side for 8-10 minutes or until brown.


Enjoy!

Meal Idea: serve with brown rice drizzled with Carter & Cavero basil olive oil.

Creamy Red Pepper Sauce

This sauce is the same used on the Potatoe Pepper Pizza recipe that was previously posted. Use this sauce as a dip for fresh breads or pour over pasta! mmmm

This makes approx 1 cup of sauce
Ingrediants:
1/3 cup tomato
1/3 cup red bell pepper
1/3 cup cream cheese
2 tbsp scallions finely chopped
2 tbs grated jack cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper


In food processor combine:
Tomato/ Red Pepper/ Cream Cheese/Olive Oil/ Garlic/ Sea Salt/ Black Pepper

Blend until smooth. Top with Scallions and Jack Cheese.

Zesty Low Sodium Salsa

One of my favorite snacks is chips and salsa. And after reading the contents of the many salsa brands in the store, I realized that it would be better and yummier to make my on version without all the sodium and preservatives.









This recipe fills one 12oz mason jar.
Ingredients:
8oz Del Monte Tomato Sauce w/No Salt
1/3 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup diced onion
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp chili paste

Total Prep/Cook Time:
20 minutes


In a mixing bowl combine:
Tomato Sauce/ Tomato /Onion/ Lemon Juice/ Garlic/ Sea Salt/ Chili Paste

Mix well and transfer over to mason jar. Enjoy dipping Green Mountain Grinco all natural chips straight from the jar or desired serving dish.

Smoothie Files: Choco-berry-nut

I like juice smoothies but sometimes I prefer a milk or cream base smoothie to get the day started. I will be posting some new combinations using various types of non-dairy milks with various fruits and/or nectars. Stay tuned.











This Makes 1 Choc-berry-nut
Ingredients:
8 oz Chocolate Hazelnut Milk
4 large frozen strawberries
1 frozen banana broken in half

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

In blender combine:
Hazelnut Milk/ strawberries/ frozen banana

Blend well.

Pour in glass and Enjoy!

Potato Pepper Pizza

This recipe was inspired by my friend Hadiya who wrote about her longing for great pizza on her blog Sight Undefined. If she were here in Brooklyn, I would have whipped this dish up and invited her over already for dinner but since she has moved across the pond; this post will have to do.









This recipe makes 2 servings:
1 loaf of fresh Italian Bread
1 small red potato (peeled and thinly sliced)
1/3 cup tomato
1/3 cup red pepper
1/3 cup cream cheese
2 tbsp scallions finely chopped
2 tbs grated jack cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
25 minutes


Topping
In greased shallow baking pan mix:
Potatoes/ Scallions
Bake on 375 degrees until soft and sightly browned. Set aside.

Sauce
In food processor combine:
Tomato/ Red Pepper/ Cream Cheese/Olive Oil/ Garlic/ Sea Salt/ Black Pepper
Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Slice 6" Wedge of Italian Bread and then slice again in half. Place bread on baking sheet and top both halves with a generous layer of sauce. Next place potato/scallion mixture on top of sauce. Sprinkle with jack cheese and place in oven.

Bake at 400 degrees until cheese is melted and browned approx 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and enjoy!

Cheers!

Update :Almonds, Guava, Banana...

Lately, I have been thinking about making a smoothie that combines: Almond milk, Guava and Banana. Sounds like it will be awesome, so stay tuned. After I work out the proportions I will post it.














Well the Trail was a Success!
This Makes 1 Almond/Guava Smoothie
Ingredients:
6 oz Vanilla Almond Milk
4 oz Guava Nectar
1 frozen banana broken in half

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

In blender combine:
Almond Milk/ Guava Nectar/ frozen banana

Blend well.

Pour in glass and Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Menu Highlights: Sea Salt/ Parsley Rubbed Hens

This Thanksgiving I hosted my dinner for 8 wonderful people. I am posting some of the dishes that I prepared for them that I thought others would enjoy too! Most recipes would be a welcomed part of any menu, anytime throughout the year. Also enjoy this post because it may be the only poltry recipe that I will post until next year this time.

Side Note:
You will notice that in the thanksgiving recipes i used many if the same ingredients throughout each dish. I do this to cut down on having to buy so many differennt ingredients as well as to provide some harmony within the whole meal.

This Recipe Makes 2 Cornish Hens:
2 cleaned cornish hens
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp sea salt
1 tbsp black peper
2 tsps garlic

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
Marinate Overnight
Cook for 2 hours at 400 degrees

In mixing bowl combine:
Olive Oil/ Parsley/ Seasalt/ Black Pepper/ Garlic

Place cornish hens in baking pan and rub with seasoned mixture. Cover and place in refrigerator overnight.

Pre heat overn to 400 degrees and bake for 1.5 hours covered. Baste with the hen juice in the pan every 30 minutes. Turn the hens over atleast once during cooking process. Cook uncovered for last 30 minutes so that the hens can brown.

Slice and serve.

Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Menu Highlights: Ginger Soy Grilled Salmon

I love, love, LOVE this dish. There was only enough left overs for one day, which mad me sad but I was super exited that my guest gobbled it up :)
P.S- I grill this dish on my George Forman Grill but feel free to use a stove top grill

This recipe makes 10 servings:
3 lbs fresh salmon fillets (with skin on) sliced into 1" wide portions
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup finely chopped scallions
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
25 minutes
*For extra flavor, the salmon can be marinated in the above ingredients overnight and grilled 10 minutes before needing to be served.


*Wash salmon thoroughly and place in shallow baking pan.

In mixing bowl combine:
Soy Sauce/ Scallions / Onions/ Ginger/ Olive Oil/ Garlic

Mix well until all contents have blended. Pour over fresh salmon making sure each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and set aside.

Heat grill for about 5 minutes coat lightly with oil.

Place salmon portions on the heated grill and cook salmon until browned and center is light opaque pink color. Do not over cook! Fish should only take 5 minuts max on the George Forman grill, or 3 minutes each side on a stove top grill.



Serve and enjoy!

Thanksgiving Menu Highlights: Seafood Stuffing

This stuffing is so good, you will definiately make it on other occasions other than Turkey Day.

This recipe makes 8 servings:
10 oz can of baby clams (drain and set aside liquid)
6 oz can minced crab (drain and set aside liquid)
3 oz can smoke oysters
12 oz bag of pototo bread cubes
1 cup chopped celary
1 cup chopped multi colored bell peppers (orange, red, green)
1 cup water
1/3 cup chopped scallions
1/3 cup chopped white onion
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp garlic

Total Prep/ Cook Time:
1 hour

In medium sauce pan combine:
Water/ Liquid from Clams and Crab/ Celery/ Onions/ Scallions/ Parsley/ Sea Salt/ Garlic

Bring to a boil and let simmer for 5 minute. Remove broth from heat.

In Mixing Bowl Mix:
Bread Cubes/ Oysters (with oil)/Crab Meat/ Clams

Stir and add in broth. Mix well until all bread cubes have been moistened.

Place mixture in baking dish, cover and bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees. Stuffing should be solid and not sticky. Let top brown.

Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Menu Highlights: Curry Collard Greens

Initially I had to call my Grandmother to get instruction on how to prepare the greens. But unlike Grandma's recipe, I wasn't going to make the greens in the traditional way sauteed with meat. This rendition was a hit at dinner and I am sure my Grandmother would enjoy.


This recipe makes 8 servings:
large bushel of collard greens chopped
1/2 cup chopped white onion
1/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup chopped scallions
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp curry powder
1/4 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp chili paste

Total Prep/Cook Time:
30 minutes

In large skillet saute:
Olive Oil (1 tbsp)/ Scallions/ White Onions

After 3 minutes, begin to add collard greens to the skillet. Mix with onions.

Once all collards have been added and start to get soft, add the last 1 tbsp of Olive oil and:
Coconut Milk/ Sea Salt/ Curry Powder/ Sugar/ Chili Paste

Mix well and continue to cook over medium heat until collard greens are dark green and the desired tenderness.

Remove from heat and serve.

Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Menu Highlights: Sweet Potato Parfait

If you're anything like my friend Monica, dessert often is the start of the meal instead of the end and this parfait is so good we have also been eating them as snacks!






This recipe makes 8 parfaits
Ingredients:
3 cups mashed sweet potatos
2 cups whipped cream
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup of coarsly ground grahm crackers
1/4 cup cream cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp cinnamon


Total Prep/Cook time:
35 minutes

In mixing bowl combine:
Sweet Potatoes/ Cream Cheese/Sugar

Whip with hand mixer until very smooth. Set aside.

In 8 seperate 8oz clear glassware layer:
1. 1 tbsp of coconut milk on the bottom
2. 1 tbsp of grahm crackers as the second layer
3. 1/3 cup sweet potato mixture as the third layer
4. 1/4 cup whipped cream as top layer

Evenly divide brown sugar and walnuts and top parfaits. Sprinkle each parfait with cinnamon.

*Keep referigerated until ready to eat.

Enjoy!

One More...

Smoothie Files: Orange Berry

I had this combo for breakfast this morning before I ran out of OJ!

This Makes 1 Orange Berry Smoothie
Ingredients:
8 oz Orange Juice
4 plump frozen strawberries
1 frozen banana broken in half

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

In blender combine:
Orange Juice/ strawberries/ frozen banana

Blend well.

Pour in glass and Enjoy!

Smoothie Files: Blueberry Twirl

The past couple of days, food is all I have been talking about and there will be PLENTY of recipes posted after Turkey Day but until then, here is one of my favorite smoothies updated for fall.

This Makes 1 Blueberry Twirl
Ingredients:
8 oz Apple Cider
1/4 cup frozen blueberries
1 frozen banana broken in half

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

In blender combine:
Apple Cider/ blueberries/ frozen banana

Blend well.

Pour in glass and Enjoy!

4 Egg Spinach Quiche

I have been making this dish since high school, when I was first bitten by the cooking bug:) It's great with other vegetables too, so try it out and substitute the spinach for other favorites like: broccoli, peppers, mushrooms etc

This makes one full quiche
Ingredients:
1 deep dish crust
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 Parmesan cheese
1/4 jack cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp black pepper

Total Prep/Cook time:
1 hour
Heat stove to 400 degrees

*fork prick crust and back for 5 minutes. Set aside.

Saute In pan:
Spinach/Onion/Garlic/Olive Oil

Saute until spinach is soft not mushy (approx 2-3min). Set aside.

In mixing bowl combine:
Milk/Eggs/Salt/ Flour/Black Pepper

Mix well.

Assemble:
Line pre-baked crust with sauteed spinach/onion. Pour Egg mix into crust, completely covering the spinach. Top with Jack Cheese.

Bake for 45 minutes or until center of quiche has set.

Enjoy!

Spicy Sofrito Potatos

I will be the first to say that I am hungry for good food most of the time and when I have to cook for myself, I am uninterested in waiting for hours for my food to be done. So as a tribute to having a really good meal in 1 hour, I present to you: Spicy Sofrito Potatoes and in the previous post- Spinach quiche...

Ingredients:
2 cups cubed potato *with or without skin
1/4 cup liquid sofrito *found in ethnic food isle
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 garlic
1/4 chili paste

Total Prep/Cook time:
45 minutes
Heat stove to 400 degrees

*coat shallow baking pan with olive oil and set aside

In mixing bowl combine:
Potatoes/Sofrito/ Sea Salt/ Garlic/ Chili Paste

Stir until potatoes are completely coated. Place in shallow baking pan uncovered for 35 minutes or until potatoes are desired softness.

**makes 2 servings (or one big serving if you're hungry like me)

ENJOY!

Smoothie Files: Virgin Banana Bicycle

In college there were two things that I use to do frequently: 1. work at a coffee shop 2. throw parties in my dorm room. Both situations often lead to me creating new and exciting drinks for people to try. The most fun concoctions were the smoothies, which now are part of my every morning routine. Here is one of my favorites that was affectionately named by my friend Alica "The Banana Bicycle" at one of those parties when the recipe included vodka and other spirits and (well the story is too long to share now...)


This makes one Banana Bicycle
Ingredients:
4 oz orange juice
4 oz pineapple juice
1 frozen banana broken in half

Total Prep Time: 5 minutes

In blender combine:
Orange juice/ pineapple juice/ frozen banana

Blend well.

Pour in glass and Enjoy!

Ziti with Smoked Herring

Every now and again, I crave a very simple pasta dish that is big on flavor and easy to make. I love extra virgin olive oil (and spanish virgin olive oil) tomatoes and other vegitables that add texture and depth. This dish has all those elements but the smoked herring adds a bit of umph! Eat cold or warm with a glass of white wine, yum. Enjoy!

Ingredients:
1 cup pasta
1/2 cup chopped tomatoe
1/4 cup diced oinion
1/4 cup diced smoked herring
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp chili paste

Total Prep/Cook Time:
20 minutes

*Boil Penne Pasta to desired tenderness and drain

In a mixing bowl combine:
Tomato/ Oinion/ Herring/ Olive Oil/ Lemon Juice/ Garlic/ Chili Paste

Add pasta and mix well.

Serve cold or slightly warm and please note to taste BEFORE you add salt because the smoked herring is salty.

*If you try this recipe, let me know the outcome.

Spicy Ginger Soy Tofu Salad

When it's late and you want something good that won't make you feel guilty for not only eating after 9pm but skipping the gym too! Most carnivores will turn their nose up at this meal but I promise you, it's so tasty that you'll forget that nothing on your plate was...(well you know) Enjoy!

Ingredients:
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 cup cubed extra firm tofu
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp finely chopped ginger
1/4 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp chili paste


Total Prep/ Cook Time
25 minutes
*Rinse and drain spinach and set aside

In Mixing Bowl Combine:
Soy Sauce / Honey / Brown Sugar/ Ginger/ Garlic/ Chili Paste

Wisk thouroughly until all honey is mixed in. Add in Tofu and let soak for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside remaining soy/ginger sauce.

Place tofu in a shallow foil lined pan and broil for about 5 minutes until tofu gets slightly crispy. Let cool.

Arrange tofu on bed of spinach and drizzel with soy/ginger sauce.

Grown-Up Mac&Cheese

Okay so here's my rendition of mac&cheese (stovetop style) using Penne pasta and a very flavorful blend of cheeses. At first glance, you may think you will need more cheese but don't add more until you finish the recipe because most people are so shocked at how creamy and cheesy this dish is. Enjoy

Ingredients:
2 cups dry penne pasta
1 cup plain soy milk
3 oz jack cheese
3 oz sharp cheddar cheese
3 oz cream cheese
2 tblsp margarine
1 tsp all purpose flour
1/2 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp oinion powder
1/2 tsp parsley
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Total Prep/Cook Time
30 minutes
*Boil Penne Pasta to desired tenderness and drain

In Sauce Pan over low flame combine:
Soy milk / Cheeses / Margarine/ Mustard

Slowly stir constantly until cheese and margarine melt. Slowly add in:
parsley/ sea salt/ black pepper/ oinion powder/ garlic powder

*in small bowl mix flour with teaspon of water until smooth and then add to cheese sauce

Once cheese sauce is smooth and creamy, add pasta and mix well.

For finishing touch add some shredded cheese on top, cover and let simmer until cheese melts. Serve


Enjoy!

*as always please email me if you find any kinks in the recipe or to let me know if you love it :)