TILAPIA WITH DILL AND PAPRIKA

Here is a way to eat meatless on Friday without having fried fish.

GARDEN GUACAMOLE

This holiday season try serving some appetizers that are not so high in fat and calories.  Here is a healthier version of guacamole dip. 

PIE CRUST

The holidays will be here soon so let the baking begin. Premade pie crusts are very high in saturated fat since they contain hydrogenated oils. Here is a healthier version recommended by the American Heart Association.

GRANOLA BARS

Fall is upon us and the kids are headed back to school. Here is a healthy granola recipe that can be packed for their lunch. I am doing a free class on September 13^th at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Packing a Healthy School Lunch.

HEALTHY GARDEN SALAD

With the warmth of summer, we are starting to enjoy the fresh vegetables from our garden. This recipe is not only delicious but it is packed with protein.

BLACKBERRY SPINACH SALAD

Here is a way to take advantage of the early summer berries. I will be doing a free class at OMH on July 19^th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Fowler Lake Room.  The topic will be Healthy Garden Recipes. 

SPRING BRUNCH BAKE

Easter is just around the corner and already I'm trying to think of recipes using leftover ham. This one is healthier, lower in carbohydrates, and seasonal since it uses fresh asparagus.

ROASTED VEGGIE ORZO

This recipes uses a variety of roasted vegetables along with whole grain orzo.  Roasting the vegetables keeps all the nutrients in the vegetable rather than being leached out in water when they are boiled.  

MINESTRONE SOUP

Soup is always a treat on a cold day. Here is a low sodium, low fat version of a favorite.

TURKEY CHILI 

It’s cold outside and everyone loves a nice hot bowl of chili. Here is a healthier version.

HARVEST SNACK MIX

This is a healthier snack than candy.  The sweet and salty flavors are irresistible!

TURKEY BURGERS

Burgers can be healthy and delicious.  This is a lower fat version with a Southwestern flavor.  

ZUCCHINI PANCAKES

Wondering what to do with all the zucchini from your garden?  Here is a recipe for zucchini pancakes that has only 4 grams of carbohydrate per pancake. 

SUMMER'S BOUNTY

With all of the wonderful farmer's markets, there are lots of fresh vegetables to enjoy.  Here is a recipe for Gazpacho, a cold and refreshing tomato soup.  It is packed with nutrition and is very high in lycopene.

SUMMERTIME COUS COUS SALAD

Summertime cookouts can be very high in carbohydrates.  Carbohydrates are in the potato salad, baked beans, fruit salad and buns.  Here is a recipe that is packed with nutrition and high in fiber.  It's colorful and very tasty.

CINCO DE MAYO TILAPIA WRAPS

This year celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a healthy recipe using tilapia instead of ground beef.  This wrap recipe is low in carbohydrates and high in protein.  It's also easy to make.  

LOW CARB HAM CASSEROLE

Here's an idea for using up your leftover Easter ham instead of making split pea soup or scalloped potatoes.  Try this recipe which is lower in carbohydrates but yet still delectable.

HAPPY  ST.  PATRICK'S DAY

This is a delicious way to use leftover corned beef from St. Patrick's Day.  Make sure you use a flat cut beef brisket.  That cut has only 2.5 grams of fat per ounce.  The regular corned beef has 5.5 grams of fat per ounce. 

A  HEALTHIER  VALENTINE'S  DAY  SNACK

Try these flavorful nuts for a snack instead of chocolates.  They are high in protein and low in carbs.  And everyone knows that almonds are good for you.  Just don't eat too many!

LIGHTEN UP THE CARBS IN THE NEW YEAR

This recipe for cabbage casserole is low in carbs and calories and high in fiber.  It's also delicious!