Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Post Gazette ran “Healthy Spreads for Superbowl Sunday”, an article featuring two of my recipes from the upcoming “Secrets of a Skinny Chef”.

The very first steamy bowl of black beans soup drenched in plenty of fresh lime topped with a dollop of sour cream started a love affair with black beans that has never stopped. There is something about a hearty bowl filled with satisfying creamy beans.

Valentine’s Day is a time to let loose and shower your loved ones with love and tempting treats. But just because you want to spoil them with delicious eats, it doesn’t mean you have to spoil their New Year’s resolution to eat better – download my free booklet to find out how…

It’s easy to make healthy eats taste great when you cook with seasonal ingredients. Grapefruit is a wonderful example, and you’re in luck because it’s in season right now. Why not try my Grapefruit Bellini or Teriyaki Salmon Skewers?

Do you have a sweet tooth? So many people do, and sweets can be a real downfall when it comes to sticking to your New Year’s resolutions. There’s no need to feel deprived when you can simply make friends with your cravings instead. Life is to be enjoyed.

I was recently leafing through Michele Scicolone’s cookbook “The Antipasto Table”, coming across a recipe that I tried over seven years ago… and yes, it sounds like a bizarre combo.

This flavorful shredded beef can be cooked ahead and added to your favorite dish. I like to use it for burritos, tacos, and enchiladas

Sweet, salty, and spicy, this pineapple salsa is a great way to dress up any plain jane dish. If you prefer more heat in your salsa, you can add one chopped jalapeño.

Nut butters are great for making baked goods and sauces. I love the sweet mellow taste of cashews, but if cashew butter is not in your budget, replace it with peanut butter instead.
 

Smoothies can be a no-mess way to get in vital nutrients that you may be lacking in your everyday diet, like vitamin C and calcium. They are superfast to whip up and the creamy texture can help fight cravings for sweets and frozen treats.