Category: health concious

Food.Fun.Stuff: The Healthy Life
[ 0 ] April 2, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: The Healthy Life

Johnna knows and loves good food, but we also love, love, love our health as well. Our health concerns pushed us to do a little research on foods and drinks we should be investing more time in eating these days. JKGF has its usual veggies it loves (i.e. okra, beets and spinach), but after tasting […]

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Crisp Baked Chicken Thighs
[ 2 ] March 18, 2009 |

Crisp Baked Chicken Thighs

Crisp Baked Chicken Thighs8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs1 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs2 tbsp. minced fresh parsley1 tsp. garlic powderSalt (to taste) (*We recommend starting with 1 tsp.)Pepper (to taste) (*We recommend starting with 1 tsp.)1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes1/3 cup melted butter1 tsp. seasoning saltPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Rinse chicken and pat dry with […]

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Roasted Beets
[ 0 ] February 25, 2009 |

Roasted Beets

Roasted Beets1 bunch of beets2 1/2 tbsp. olive oil3 tbsp. garlicSalt (to taste)1/4 tsp. pepper1 tbsp. vinegar (*Suggested: White vinegar or Balsamic vinegar)Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash and dry beets; leave skin on. Remove the green on the beets and put to the side for later. In a baking dish, combine the beets, olive […]

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The 3 S’s: Simple, Sauteed, Scallops
[ 0 ] February 23, 2009 |

The 3 S’s: Simple, Sauteed, Scallops

The 3 S’s: Simple, Sauteed, Scallops1 lb. fresh scallops1/4 cup butter2 tbsp. minced garlic2 tbsp. fresh rosemary1/2 tbsp. pepperDash of saltIn a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the rosemary and garlic to the pan. Season scallops with pepper and a dash of salt; add to the pan and cook for 2 minutes […]

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Avocado Dip
[ 0 ] February 4, 2009 |

Avocado Dip

Avocado Dip1 cup mashed avocado1/2 lb. package cream cheese3 tbsp. lemon juiceDash Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp. onion (grated)1/2 tsp. saltBlend together the avocado and cream cheese until smooth (*prior to making this dish, the cream cheese should be left at room temperature). Add in the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, onion and salt; mix well. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: […]

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