Molten Chocolate Cake, Reinvented: Try These Three Recipes

May 21, 2015 by greystar

There may be no more indulgent dessert than molten lava cake, a combination of crumbly pastry and gooey chocolate filling. There are many ways to make this treat with a variety of ingredients, and each rendition is tailored to special tastes and diets. Here are three recipes for molten lava cake that you might want to try.

Red Velvet Molten Lava Cake [Half Baked Harvest]
Silence your sweet tooth with this delicious twist on red velvet cake. Mix in red food coloring, coconut milk, and melted chocolate for an elegant take on this classic recipe.
Molten Chocolate Cake [Pioneer Woman]
Real butter, fresh eggs, heavy whipping cream, and semi-sweet baking chocolate all get representation in this authentic molten cake recipe. Enjoy tantalizing step-by-step photographs while you prepare it.
Molten Chocolate Cakes [Food and Wine]
A mere seven ingredients and four steps; making a fabulous molten chocolate cake doesn’t get any easier than this recipe from Food and Wine.

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Three Heart-Healthy Soup Recipes

February 20, 2014 by greystar

It’s one thing to count calories, but finding foods that are just as beneficial to your health as they are to your weight is another story. These delicious soup recipes provide beneficial vitamins and nutrients, keep your heart strong and help you take control of your weight as they warm you up during colder months.

Homemade Turkey Soup
Perfect for using up those turkey dinner leftovers, this hearty turkey soup is full of flavor from its variety of spices. Turkey is a lean meat that provides energizing protein without the extra fat, and the broth base keeps it from weighing you down. At under 250 calories, this makes a light meal that will still fill you up.

Mexican Pozole
If you love the spicy taste of authentic Mexican food, this traditional soup is for you. With lean beef and a large helping of tomatoes, it provides beneficial nutrients as well as exciting flavor.

Rockport Fish Chowder
While other chowders are high in calories due to their creamy base, this lighter version provides the same rich texture without the extra calories. By using low-fat milk and a variety of veggies, you can create a delicious fish chowder that will help keep your diet on track.

For more healthy soup recipes, visit the NIH website.

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Find Creative Thanksgiving Recipes Online with These Sites

November 20, 2013 by greystar

Sure, the big turkey is a given, but planning the rest of your Thanksgiving menu can seem a bit daunting. If you’re looking for simple, easy-to-follow recipes for creative and delicious Thanksgiving foods, these popular websites can help:

The Food Network
The Food Network is a go-to choice for cooking shows and competitions, but the network’s corresponding website is also a great resource for all of your at home cooking needs. Their expansive Thanksgiving recipe guide features top-rated recipes from Food Network chefs like Ina Garten and Bobby Flay, including side dishes, festive appetizers, vegetarian options and more.

Food & Wine
The elegant, accessible dishes in Food & Wine magazine are also available online, and the site even has a Thanksgiving planning page that will be an endless source of inspiration. From how to make the juiciest turkey to classy ways to serve cocktails to table settings that will leave your guests in awe, Food & Wine is an inclusive source for all things Thanksgiving.

Saveur
Saveur is known for blending food with culture, and their Thanksgiving menu guide is a perfect example. With schedules for planning your spread days before the feast, complete Thanksgiving menus from the Chesapeake Bay to down South, and even tips for preparing meals for vegans or gluten-free guests, this a truly innovative take on the traditional holiday meal.

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Balanced Breakfast: Healthy, Whole Wheat Pancake Recipe

October 31, 2012 by greystar

Cereal, oatmeal, and toast are simple breakfast options, but if you're in the mood for something a bit heartier, why not enjoy a batch of homemade pancakes instead? If you tend of only indulge in pancakes when you dine out, you're not alone. Many are intimidated to try to prepare them at home, but this awesome whole wheat pancake recipe is easy to make and much, much healthier than your average diner pancake. Check out the recipe below from Food.com, which yields approximately 12 medium-sized pancakes. Eat them plain (yes, they're that good!), drizzle the with syrup, top with fresh, or even add chocolate chips to the mix.

Ingredients:
2 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups low-fat/skim milk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 large egg
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 -2 cup fruit (i.e., sliced bananas, strawberries, blueberries…your choice) (optional)