Easy Vegetable Side Dish - Savory Green Bean & Mushroom Casserole

Side dishes, whenever this term come to my mind, I always have to think what I will serve it with? But what if you can make a side dish as a main dish! Interesting, isn’t it? I was thinking about the Meatless Mondays and all I was looking for a recipe which is vegetarian plus healthy.

We all know that it is important to include vegetables in our meal and vegetable side dishes could be one of the best option to choose from. Here I got a recipe from a newsletter which suggests that it is a side dish but believe me; I and my family have enjoyed this recipe solely without making anything else and we served it with some cool drinks to go with it. 

In this recipe, you have green beans and mushrooms as main ingredients. Green beans and mushrooms are really healthy to have. Do you know, mushrooms are the only vegetable or fruit that contains Vitamin D and K. It’s healthy for the people suffering from diabetics, Type 2. This recipe also got bread crumbs in it, which gives this recipe a base and carbohydrates for the meal. 

Still if you want you can serve this recipe with baked chicken breast; Chicken breast and this vegetable side dish complement each other a lot and taste just incredible. This casserole recipe is easy to make and is completely hassle-free and fail-proof recipe that you can try this weekend. 

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Avgolemono Chicken Soup Recipe: A Bowl of Happiness!

Whenever we talk about soup recipes, chicken soup is one of the favorite of all. It’s comforting, tasty and really healthy. We all have our own style of making these soup recipes and mostly we stick to the recipe that we know from long. However, variety is the spice of life. So, try to look for the simple recipes which are not just easy to make but taste amazing too.

Secondly, soups are healthy and if you are into diet and trying to consume less calorie in day then soups are the great alternatives and amazing dinner idea too! A good old fashioned soup is chicken noodle soup which never go wrong in any specific day! 

Physicians and dieticians will always suggest you to intake protein in your diet. First, because it helps in developing a healthy body and secondly; protein keeps you full for longer period of time which don’t make you famish in between the meals. There are plenty of easy chicken recipes which you can try. But today we are trying this healthy yet super yummy chicken soup for dinner. This soup is traditionally known as Avgolemono. It is an amazingly creamy soup without a drop of cream. And the reason of this creamy texture is egg. Another healthy source of protein. In winter, it's cooked with rice and dished up piping hot. It’s really comforting and aromatic recipe that you can try this season.

You can find the recipe here –

Honey Brined Chicken Breast Recipe

Who don’t like chicken breasts recipes and when it comes to health and weight-loss; chicken breasts are the best source of protein with no-fats in it. It’s healthy and nutritious. This recipe is one of the healthiest recipe that you can try this season. This quick and easy recipe is everyone’s favorite in my family, plus this recipe can be made in less than 30 minutes. 

This recipe is juicy inside and crunchy from outside. It’s a simple recipe that can be served with buttered peas and mashed potatoes or any other vegetable side dish to complete the meal. 

Here is the recipe.

The Tasty Health Benefits of Chili Recipe

Chili recipe is an ultimate cold-weather comfort food. More than just delicious, this healthy chili is a simple one-pot meal that can be made with ingredients you already have in your hands. In fact it can easily be pushed to feed a crowd on any Sunday brunches or any given Game Day.

The main ingredients of a chili recipe are different beans and ground beef. We all know the benefits of beef. Just make sure that you use leaner meat for healthy recipes. Now comes the beans; beans are available either in canned or dried. I prefer the dried ones as this way you can control the salt and other preservatives which you do not want to add. Beans are an excellent source of fiber, it provide an average of 6g of fiber per ½ cup. They contain both insoluble and soluble fiber, which may help in lowering the cholesterol, it also improves glucose control and prevent colon cancer and diverticulitis. To cook beans, make sure you soak them in normal water for overnight and then boil them and cook until it’s soft. 

Today I am sharing an easy chili recipe that you can make easily on any given day. The flavors are enticing and mouth-watering. But genuinely chili recipe is no rocket science everyone has their own recipe and ingredients for it. It’s all about creativity in flavors and taste. So just feel free to make some changes or alternatives in this recipe. 

Anyways without wasting time, let’s jot down the recipe – 

Recipes with Ground Beef: Beef Samosa and Last minute Lasagna

Ground Beef recipes are one of my favorite recipes and the recipes I am sharing over here are my all-time favorite. As I told you about my Indian friend Neha, she has introduced me with an awesome Indian snack called “samosa”, we can relate it with puffs; although they are fried and not baked! Believe me, the flavors still tickle my senses. I had tried the vegetarian version of this samosa filled with potatoes. But today I am sharing an awesome recipe of samosa with ground beef i.e. Beef Samosa. It’s a delight, mouthwatering and perfect snacks for parties too. Serve it with dips or just with some ketchup and you are good to go. 

The second simple recipe is Last Minute Lasagna! Who don’t like Lasagna but what’s more fascinating about this recipe is, that it is super quick and simple to make. This could be one of the real good dinner ideas for your weekend.

If I talk about the benefits of beef, then I would always suggest you to get lean beef for all your preparations. Beef contributes into the daily protein food intake, its rich in Vitamin B12, Iron, Zinc, Phosphorous and many more vital nutrients. Not only does it provide you with a bundle of essential nutrients, but it has one of the highest concentrations of these nutrients compared to many other proteins. Choose leanest cuts like Loin and Round for better health results.

Anyways without wasting much time, let’s start cooking. First I will share the recipe of Beef samosa and later the lasagna. 

Game Day Recipe: Quick ‘n Hearty Nachos

It’s a Game Day! We all are aware of this excitement and enthusiasm that we all have. And along with this; it is important to have a memorable game day party too with some delicious and classic recipes loved by all. Game day is all about fun, enjoyment with your loved ones. It is about having some delicious finger foods and enjoy them with some delicious dips.

Guacamole is one of the favorite and healthy dip for this day that you try! But don't bore your crowd with the same old guac-and-chips combo: Impress them with more interesting and fresh recipes that can make your party memorable and your guest just don’t stop complimenting you and your food.

From single serves sandwiches, Buffalo wings, chicken tikkas to puffs, make dishes which are quick and easy and serve them in small proportions so that your guest can enjoy each and everything without overeating. Make sure you serve enough of drinks and punches to them to keep them hydrated and energetic.

Be imaginative and innovative here, if you want to try something new. Whether its football, basketball, baseball or any winter sport, this time of year is full of games to watch and teams to support for. Make sure you and your crowd are ready for a long day of cheering with touchdown-worthy appetizers and snacks. Plan your food that is easy to eat without utensils and doesn't spill. Make your menu which consists of salty and sweet both items. Simple recipes that you may try are – Quick ‘n Hearty Nachos to chips and dips, sandwiches, from buffalo wings to coco-cola chicken or any easy chicken recipes, brownies and cookies.

In dips, you can try guacamole, hummus, garlic dips, and vegetable dip etc. and serve it with chips and dippers of your choice. You can also serve them crunchy veggies along with these dips to make your menu healthy and nutritious. Everyone likes brownies and cookies you can make some easily for the crowd and this satisfy their sweet tooth too.

Easy Recipe for Dinner: Spaghetti in scallop and Marinara Sauce

Looking for some easy dinner ideas for a weeknight than this recipe is a solution to it. You can describe this recipe as - Super easy, fast, and delicious!!! This recipe is spicy yet yummilicious.

If I talk more about dinner ideas and menus, then I personally prefer to eat healthy and light food in night and a whole-grain pasta or spaghetti is always a good option for it. Red sauce or a sauce which is made from tomatoes contains less-fat or no fat as compared to the white ones. It’s easy to digest and if you like spicy tangy flavors then you will surely enjoy this recipe. Tomatoes are beneficial for our body; as they are sweet, juicy, and delicious and contains vitamin C in it. It is also a good source of Vitamins A, C, K, folate and potassium. On top of that, one serving of tomatoes can gives you 2 grams of fiber, which is 7% of the daily recommended amount. Tomatoes also have a relatively high water content, which makes them a filling food. So, if you are planning to reduce some weight tomatoes can surely help you here.

Talking about this recipe; this pasta recipe is really simple one. And it can be made within 30 minutes i.e. including the preparation and cooking time. In this recipe I am adding some scallops as well to make this recipe not just healthy but super yum too.

Let’s not waste any further time and start cooking –

Easy Chicken Jalapeno Dip

When you have friends and family come together just to watch some soccer game – Live. It’s like a grand event at your place. And if you are an American whether you love soccer or not, it’s still hard to avoid. Soccer is not about sitting on your food table and grazing food. But it’s all about Finger Food! And in this I love to serve chips and dippers with my favorite dips.

Anyways today I was in mood to indulge while eating. So I decided to make Chicken Jalapeno Dip. Different from any regular chicken recipes; jalapeno dip is an addiction. The other chicken dip I like the most is Buffalo Chicken Dip! Another fascinating thing about this dip is it’s easy to make and you can use leftover chicken pieces while making this dip too. Here, I am cooking the chicken first in the oven. A quick and easy recipe and one of the best food for any game menu.

The spicy taste of jalapeno, bell pepper and Tabasco sauce makes it really spicy and lip-smacking dip recipe to be served. But don’t worry about its heat, it can be adjusted as per your wish. Even kids love this recipe. So, without wasting any more time; lets jot down this disappearing chicken dip recipe, ingredients first and then the method.

Cooking Tips for the Singletons

Cooking for singles isn’t easy, in fact is it’s costly. We rarely get food items sold is smaller proportions and in the time of credit crunch it’s not affordable. So, what can we do? Well, Bulk cooking is one of the solution to this problem.

In bulk cooking, you can make recipes in a bulk and later store them in the refrigerator. It will not just save time but it is an easy method too. Here, you can try some easy recipes like stews and curry recipes which can be stored easily and you can have it later by just reheating the food. Believe me it’s better than frozen foods which are available in the market.

Another thing that you can try is, make some nice hearty soups for you. Soup recipes are not just healthy and nourishing but it’s super easy to make too. Just boil some veggies, chicken or chili (beans) together or blend or you can also have the way they are i.e. if you like chunky pieces in your soup. You can store soups too, and again they are better than canned soups or prepackaged soups.

What else one can do?

Awesome Recipes of Sweet Potatoes

Lately I was reading about the benefits of sweet potatoes i.e. how they are the healthier alternative if compared to the normal potatoes. I read - it’s less in starch, more in fibers, rich in beta-carotene and anti-oxidants and many more. As I read more, I got to know that sweet potatoes are healthy for the people who are facing diabetics. Diabetic people can have sweet potatoes easily unlike those normal potatoes which are not recommended for them.

Many health shows or websites, tells you about its nutrient content and other health benefit. But what if you are not a fan of this vegetable. Many people just don’t like it. I know my cousin sister’s kids just refuse to eat sweet potatoes. However, you can’t ignore the benefits of this vegetable. I was really thinking that there has to be a method to cook sweet potatoes which make this vegetable easy to like. And then my hunt began to start looking for the recipes made from sweet potatoes.

Today, I am listing down 10 recipes for sweet potatoes in specified categories like Breakfast, Lunch, Side dishes, Dinner and Snacks & Desserts.