Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Sage [RECIPE]

Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Sage (Photo courtesy Ten Speed Press)

Sweet potato fries are a must-have side for certain dishes, and even though we limit the amount of starch we consume, we still enjoy these on our monthly fish and chips night. They’re sublime when dipped in some homemade harissa, aïoli, or pesto. This recipe is also delicious if you’re serving them with a roast because you can season all the other veggies with the same herbs.  Continue reading “Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Sage [RECIPE]”

Coffee

Study Says Moderate Coffee Drinkers May Have Better Cardiovascular Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta reports that each year approximately 735,000 Americans suffer heart attacks and one in four deaths in the U.S. are the result of heart disease. Perhaps that’s why it seems like everyone is trying to ensure better heart health these days. But outside of proper diet and exercise, what else can we do to build stronger hearts and maintain clear arteries? A new study from South Korea offers some surprising results.  Continue reading “Study Says Moderate Coffee Drinkers May Have Better Cardiovascular Health”

Baked Chicken with Honey-Dijon Mustard Glaze

Baked Chicken with Honey-Dijon Mustard Glaze [RECIPE]

Baked Chicken with Honey-Dijon Mustard Glaze
Baked Chicken with Honey-Dijon Mustard Glaze (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

In an effort to eat healthier, we have cut down on our intake of red meat, which means that we’ve been eating a lot more poultry. We joke that we’ve been eating so many birds, we may soon start to cluck! Needless to say, we are always looking for new ways to prepare chicken. This recipe is easy and flexible as you can adjust it based on taste preferences and ingredients on hand.  Continue reading “Baked Chicken with Honey-Dijon Mustard Glaze [RECIPE]”