This salad recipe is definitely healthy and yummy.  You’ll get a tasty and smoky flavor from the charred tomatoes and dressing.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken breasts, 4 cups broccoli florets, 1 1/2 pounds medium tomatoes, 2 teaspoons plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 cup lemon juice

Procedure:

1. Cook the chicken breasts by simmering them in water for 10 to 12 minutes until chicken is cooked through.  Transfer chicken to a cutting board and shred into bite size pieces.
2. Cook broccoli in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes.  Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
3. Core tomatoes…

Fish is naturally good for our body because it contains omega-3 fatty acids that help prevent heart diseases.  Try out this halibut recipe so you can enjoy the benefits of eating fish.  Partner this recipe with a banana-orange relish to give it a fruity and tangy taste.

Ingredients:

1 pound halibut, Pacific cod or other white-fleshed fish, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

For the relish: 2 ripe bananas (diced), 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest, 2 oranges (peeled, segmented and chopped), 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Procedure:

1.  Preheat the oven to 450°F.  Lightly coat a baking sheet with…

This baked bean recipe is healthy, light and full of nutrients.  Make this dish by using either regular white beans or large lima beans to create a creamy dish for a pleasurable eating experience.

Ingredients:

1 pound dried large lima beans or white beans (soak white beans for six hours or overnight in 2 quarts of water, limas require no soaking), 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 finely chopped large red onion, 1 can chopped tomatoes, 1 bay leaf, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill

Procedure:

1. Preheat the oven to 375…

If you don’t want half of the cheese from your cheeseburger to just melt off, try putting the cheese in the middle of the burger patty.  This will prevent the cheese from melting and will make the burger moist and creamy.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, 1 pound 90%-lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Procedure:

1.  Preheat the grill to medium-high.

2.  Combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, paprika and pepper in a large bowl.  Use your hands to thoroughly combine the ingredients then form 8 thin patties that are 4 inches in width.  Place a spoonful of cheddar and…

If you need a dessert in a hurry, try this tiramisu recipe.  This classic Italian dessert is easy, quick and low in calories.  Use a combination of spongy and crunchy ladyfingers to play with different textures.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup nonfat ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 12 ladyfingers, 4 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee, 2 tablespoons melted bittersweet chocolate chips

Procedure:

1.  In a medium sized bowl, combine ricotta, sugar and vanilla.

2. Place 6 ladyfingers in a loaf pan (9×5 inch).  Drizzle the ladyfingers with 2 tablespoons of espresso then spread the ricotta mixture.  Place another layer of ladyfingers on top of the first layer…