Here is a terrific salad recipe for an autumn lunch! It has the usual greens and veggies, and a tasty vinaigrette dressing, but–even better!–it also contains assorted grains. This makes it satisfyingly substantial and also ups the dietary goodness significantly. It’s been a staple at Frills for a long time, and over the years has shown itself to be an excellent starting point for a number of tasty variations. Read More
Chocolate milk and milk chocolate brownies
Who knew–September 27 is National Milk Chocolate day. Now, chocolate milk is as deserving of its own special day as any other delicious drink to be sure, but deserving our closer attention is milk chocolate! Unlike it’s sophisticated cousin, Dark Chocolate, it has a nostalgic, comfort- food vibe and it isn’t good for you at all. It is sweet and pairs so well with other childhood favorites like oatmeal, marshmallow, caramel and graham crackers. (also those childhood woes of cavities and chubbiness but everything in moderation…)
Creamy Chicken Chili for Carlos
This is Carlos, who is as sweet as the ice cream he loves. He does love his rich food but sadly it shows on his handsome physique and also in his lab results. Such a challenge… how can he get those rich flavors without the fat and pesky calories? Halo Top ice cream deliciously satisfies his sweet fang, and he is now resigned to diet cat food for the duration.
Pumpkin Patch Chili
…another day, another chili. Chili #3! This one is not traditional, but is just as flavorful, hearty and satisfying as it’s old school cousin. Even better, this version contains both ground turkey and chicken sausage, so it is low fat and less caloric!
Carmelitas! Chocolate and caramel = perfection
If chocolate is to die for and caramel is sublime, then the most heavenly treat of all is something combining the two. Aaaahhhhh…. such a taste treat! And luckily there is no shortage of happily married chocolate and caramel pairings. One that is especially worthy of attention is the Carmelita bar. Read More