Posts Tagged ‘cooking’
Veal Scallopini – 380 cal
A lot of people shy away from veal. Some don’t like the idea of eating baby calf. Others simply find it too tough since most people overcook the meat. However, when done properly, veal scallopini (thinly sliced and pounded veal) is mouth-watering, especially when coupled with a simple sauce. INGREDIENTS (for 2 people) ½ lb…
Read MorePork Medallions in Mushroom Gravy – 387 cal
Veal Medallions is a popular dish for higher-end restaurants, especially Italian ones. Using Pork is a cheaper way to achieve a similar taste without losing the texture associated with veal. Pork is also low in calories and as a result, this rich, saucy dish is actually quite low and is, therefore, perfect for those on…
Read MoreCoquilles Saint Jacques – 374 Cal
Can you have an exotic French dish like Coquilles Saint Jacques while on Dad’s Diet? Of course! One seashell serving is 374 and although it’s not filling alone, combined with a nice salad and maybe 50z of white wine, you’ve got a meal worthy of a romance novel for under 550. That’s perfect for one…
Read MoreChicken Cordon Bleu & Scalloped Potatoes – 398 Cal
When I tell people they can have Cordon Bleu on a diet, they usually laugh. The secret is portion size and a little cheating. In this version, each piece is 1/2 a chicken breast flattened; a small piece of off-the-bone ham (not processed); shredded cheese; and an amazing sauce. It’s not only delicious but a…
Read MoreChicken and Grapes in White Wine Sauce served with Mixed Green Salad and Oranges (250 Cal)
As promised, the recipes from now on will be those suitable for a man on the “Dad’s Diet” (copyright 2021). The chicken is coated in a sexy mixture of herbs and flour and is light but tasty. The grapes are put in at the last minute so they still hold their texture and body. The…
Read MoreDrunken Pasta
I can’t think of a better dish during self-isolation (Covid-19). With all that extra wine sitting around, and not wanting to drink all day, I came up with a plan for dinner: drunken pasta. Now, despite using 2 cups of wine, don’t be alarmed. You won’t get drunk off this dish. It is, however, decadent,…
Read MoreBalsamic Chicken with Figs and Onion with Mashed Cauliflower
One thing Young Oppenheimer had in ready supply at his Oswego Grocery Consortium was figs… lots of fresh figs. (New York Fried, Copyright 2019 Sunao Publishing). As a result, Artichoke Hart created several dishes using the sweet fruit. One hit was this one, especially when combined with cauliflower mashed. Cauliflower being the “hot” ingredient at…
Read MoreSliced Vegetables in a Coconut Cream Sauce
We have a great new restaurant near us serving fusion Italian/Armenian dishes. Everything is unique and soooo good. I’ve attempted to whip up this tropical-flavored dish and it comes close. Creamy Caribbean flavors with equal parts linguine and long sliced root vegetables. INGREDIENTS Carrots, squash, zucchini, shaved into long, thin slices. Soak in white wine.…
Read MoreCreamy Scampi & Chicken (Mild Jambalaya)
I am a Canadian of British heritage, so my stomach can’t tolerate most Cajun dishes, but my mind insists that I try. Much to my dismay while visiting New Orleans twice in my life, I have found that “hot” spices do not make a dish tastier to my palate; they, in fact, make it intolerable.…
Read MoreBrowned Butter Honey Garlic Salmon
Salmon tastes great with very little help, but when you’re tired of the traditional lemon-style seasonings, try this butter and honey variation. It’s sweet and oh, so tasty! The Artichoke Hart uses this as a Friday night “fish” dish. Thanks to Karina at CafeDelites.com Ingredients 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) honey 2-3 cloves garlic, minced* 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon…
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