by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Feb 22, 2017 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
I remember the first time I cooked quinoa; I felt like I was preparing some very exotic dish from a foreign land. This was quite a few years ago when I volunteered to test a new recipe for my friends over at Meal Makeover Moms for their upcoming cookbook. The recipe...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Feb 8, 2017 | Eating for the Health of it, Heart Health, Holidays, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
Here’s a bit about my family history. Perhaps you can relate. I have a strong history of heart disease in my immediate family. My dad had high blood pressure much of his adult life and passed away from a stroke some years ago. My mom is elderly and has various...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Feb 3, 2017 | Eating for the Health of it, Holidays, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
I had a discussion with one of my clients last week about how stressful it is to cook in a cluttered disorganized kitchen. This really hit home for me since my kitchen and I have been at odds for a very long time. I live in a charming old home built in 1921 that had a...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Jan 25, 2017 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
It’s chili time! We are in the throes of winter here in New Jersey. It’s cold and snowy; and just perfect for spending time in my newly renovated kitchen. It’s so much fun cooking with new appliances and the extra cabinet and counter is heaven. Take...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Dec 14, 2016 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
I’m fortunate to have a very thoughtful neighbor who delivers a festively-wrapped package of Candied Roasted Nuts to my door every holiday season. She makes them herself with tender loving care – and lots of sugar! They are super sweet and I love them, but...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Dec 9, 2016 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
I’ve been wanting to try zucchini pasta for the longest time, but I don’t have one of these spiralizers so I decided to “cheat” and buy the ready-made kind. They are pre-washed and ready to use. Most grocery stores sell these veggie noodles....