I Have No Idea What To Do With A Whole Chicken
February 10, 2011 by Mecca · Leave a Comment
My new Earth Fare coupon is for a free whole chicken. Now what? As you all know I am a big fan of Earth Fare, the southeast-based chain of “healthy” supermarkets. Besides having so many yummy preservative- and additive-free foods, they offer ridiculously cool coupons too. About once a week subscribers that have signed [...]
Sweet Potato Heaven
November 24, 2010 by Tonya · Leave a Comment
Forgo the marshmallow topped sweet potato casserole this Thanksgiving My husband loves sweet potatoes any time of year! He’d say something like ‘they taste good and they’re full of vitamin A’. Since we started dating in 2001, I have learned of his mama’s sweet potato casserole recipe. It’s a family staple at Thanksgiving. As I [...]
2-Coolers, 3-Tote Bags Get-Away
September 10, 2010 by Mecca · 1 Comment
Inspired by a recent article in Cooking Light magazine, I attempt to eat healthy on vacation AND not cook. Eating healthy on vacation can be tough; lots of unhealthy meals out or slaving over a stove to prepare the wholesome fare of home. Now I’m not above cutting loose and ordering the fried, smothered, gravy-ied, and over-salted [...]
Blueberry Delight
July 2, 2010 by Tonya · Leave a Comment
I have fond memories of eating Blueberry Delight as a child. It’s a family recipe I hope to continue for years to come! In gearing up for July 4th celebrations this weekend, I have tweaked the recipe to make it healthier. Read on to find out if I’ve sacrificed the taste. Changes I’ve made consist [...]
Mecca’s Cinco De Mayo Salsa
May 4, 2010 by Mecca · Leave a Comment
Best. Salsa. Ever. I discovered this salsa recipe while we were on vacation at Gulf Shores, Alabama. During my son’s naps I became addicted to Coast 360 TV. It’s the tourist channel for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and it’s actually great. They had this fantastic chef talking up Alabama foods, and she paired this salsa [...]
