July is just the beginning of what promises to be a hot and humid summer, and while many of our Snowbirds fly north to escape the heat, we tend to stay close to home for most of hurricane season. We adapt to conditions by wearing lighter clothes, drinking plenty of fluids, retreating indoors, wearing hats, …
Category: recipes
Defluff and Detox
"What's for dinner?" The most important question of the day is typically asked over morning coffee in our house. We keep a variety of proteins in our freezer - meat, pork, chicken, and fish, and shop almost daily for fresh produce and fruit. One of us will survey the freezer and shout out possibilities while …
What’s On My Plate for Summer
Since returning from our very indulgent summer vacation, Malcolm and I have attempted to adhere to a healthy daily routine, including eating a low-calorie diet and getting plenty of exercise. For us, a healthy diet includes lots of fruits and vegetables, fish, chicken, and lean meat. We keep carbs (sugar) and alcohol consumption to a …
A Taste of Fall
Seasonal changes always inspire What's on My Plate, and with temperatures dipping and a recent 'leaf peeping' road trip to North Georgia, inspiration is abundant. Nothing tastes better on a chilly autumn night than a cup of tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich, so that's up first. Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup Ingredients …
Healthy Eating – Cauliflower Tabouli Salad
In my monthly wrap-up, I briefly mentioned watching the Today Show with Hoda and Jenna while I work out on the elliptical at our community gym. Hey, it passes the time and I don't have to talk to my neighbors. Anyway, a few days back, their guest was a chef who demonstrated a recipe for …
Picture Retirement 