This delicious cookie is a summer time treat for kids with a sophisticated twist of salt for the adult. Toasted graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon add toasty warm notes and smoked sea salt gives the cookie a hint of smokiness as if toasted over a fire. The cookie is soft, chewy, gooey and chocolaty. Make an extra batch of dough for the freezer, as these will disappear quickly! Yield: 4 dozen 1 ¼ cups all pu ...

This is an episode of "Cooking with Qunoot" where I share a Chunky Guacamole recipe! [video id="om9d7_hdmpc" type="youtube"] ...

Cider Braised Chicken with Acorn Squash Serves 6-8 1 large leek, washed, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 2 ½ cups finely chopped onions 2 lbs chicken legs with skin ½ cup all purpose flour ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil8 sprigs fresh thyme leaves 6 garlic cloves, smashed 2 dried bay leaves 1 ½ tablespoons mild curry powder 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 ½ teaspoons ko ...

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The holidays are full of sweets and good food for most people whether they choose to celebrate or not. Grocery stores showcase a huge array of beautifully decorated pastries, commercials depict happy, healthy individuals blissfully enjoying holiday treats, friends and families constantly discuss food, recipes and preparation methods. In western societies it is difficult to escape the sweet eating holiday fr ...

Yield: 18 sticks A favorite recipe of viewers of my WCIU morning segments this recipe is quick, easy and delicious. The toast sticks have all the flavors of a typical American breakfast: cinnamon, apples and brown sugar. You can add your own twist by added some citrus zest and changing the cereal to corn flakes or bran. 5-6 slices challah bread cut into 1 inch thick slices 2 large eggs 1/3 cup heavy cream o ...

This Skinny Panini is half the calories of a regular turkey and cheese Panini! This is a well balanced meal with healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, lean proteins, and even your veggies! This can be enjoyed even on a gluten free diet! Skinny Panini [video id="yk9IfUz91_c" type="youtube"] Recipe: 2 Slices Ezekiel Bread 2 Slices of Turkey Breast 1 Slice Low Fat Provolone Cheese 1 Slice of Avocado 1 Tablespoo ...

This fit French toast is high in protein, complex carbohydrates, and fat free. This French toast is high in fiber and whole grains. Enjoy this with some lower sugar jam and/or natural peanut butter spread on top or serve with some fresh fruit! [video id="UaoQF7-jnpI" type="youtube"] Recipe:   3 Slices Healthy Life High Fiber Bread ½ Cup Egg Beaters 2 Teaspoons Cane Sugar (or Sugar Substitute) ¼ Teaspoo ...

This delicious and easy soup combines the season’s most delicious produce into a satisfying and unique soup. Serve it as a first course for a Thanksgiving dinner or as a weeknight meal with a salad and hunk of crusty bread. Serves 6. 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tsp finely grated ginger 1 cup chopped onions 1/2 cup chopped leeks 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 1 heaping tablespoon mild curry ...

Recipe yields 2 dozen. With an abundance of blueberries right now, this recipe is the perfect summer treat. You can use different berries or even stone fruits depending on what you like. Be creative and make different jams like an strawberry, raspberry, or a combination of fruits   For the blueberry filling: Fresh blueberries                         2 cups Cornstarch                                     ...