At this time of year my diet could become pretty predictable. I do the rounds of grilled/broiled or barbecued meat, fish, poultry, veggies etc in something of a rotation and it works for me. I can prep the food in advance if needs be by putting in a marinade or coating with a rub up[Read More]
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Foiled Again!
During the summer months one of my favourite go-to recipe options is a foil-pack. Amazingly simple but deceptively delicious they are almost the equivalent of a one-pot dish that you can put on the grill/bbq or if the weather isn’t too kind slam in the oven. They’re great for mid-week meals but also fabulous for[Read More]
Chicken Shashlik Salad
This time of the year all I seem to do is look in the salad drawer for a meal or throw something on the bbq or grill as a solution to an evening meal – and there’s nothing wrong with that! I’ve just finished a marathon session in the bariatric test kitchen trying and[Read More]
A Labor of Love!
Labor Day is a time when we look forward to getting together with friends and family and grilling in the backyard or garden. Grilling is a healthier way to cook than frying. However, for weight loss and bariatric maintenance, what you put on the bbq or grill does make a difference. If you are hosting[Read More]
Home-Made Turkey Burgers with Raita
I have it on good authority that tomorrow is going to be sunny, very warm and the perfect day for dining alfresco! Hope so because I have my daughter home for the weekend and her and her brother do enjoy wielding the barbecue tongs and vying for position as head chef as opposed to[Read More]