Simple Substitutions

We’ve all been there… you’re in the middle of making dinner or baking a pie and, oopsie daisy… you’re stuck without a much needed ingredient. Have no fear! Here are a few simple substitutions you can use instead of the ingredient called for in the recipe… When in Doubt… Opt for Greek plain yogurt when … Continued

Gingerbread Cookies

How adorable are these cute little gingerbread men and women? I couldn’t resist…as with every year I have to make my special gingerbread people.  It’s a fun, festive ritual that I take part in and enjoy every second of the process from grading cutting shapes with my cookie cutters to decorating the clothes and features … Continued

Pumpkin Bran Cookies

Earlier this week I was in the mood for some serious pumpkin…it must be the fall foliage and autumn breeze that spark my yearning for harvest foods.  These are the days when Central Park is remarkably beautiful; the leaves turning beautiful shades of auburn and rust…reminds me of pumpkins and produce-packed cornucopias.  It’s hard to … Continued

Deciphering Fats

Look beyond the total fat in a given food.  Don’t focus on the percentage of calories from fat per serving…this number does not decipher between your good and bad fats.  Therefore, it is more important to focus on the type of fat that is beneficial to heart health than a particular food’s ratio of calories … Continued