The Sisterhood of the Shrinking Jeans

I am trying to eat more fruits and veggies.  Really, I am.  I love eating my veggies raw but sometimes, I like to mix it up and gasp! cook my veggies in a variety of ways.  Here is but one of those ways!
Oh yeah, they are quick and easy to make and taste so fresh [...]

When was the last time you had Brussels sprouts? Have you ever had them, or is the ‘Brussels sprouts are GROSS’ stigma keeping you from trying them? I’ll be the first to admit when I was a kid, Brussels sprouts were the last thing I wanted to try. My mom went so far as to [...]

Your breakfast will be delicious tomorrow (or later today), I promise. You just have to make these muffins.
This recipe is a staple in my home and my children love it. I found this recipe for Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins on Spark People when I was diligently logging my calories (which I shall begin doing again as [...]

I’m normally a green bean casserole girl, but I came across this recipe and I think I might have to give it a try this year! Heck, it’s really a recipe you could use all year long.
Gather:

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-1 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup of olive oil
3 tablespoons [...]

Another side-dish I cannot live without on Thanksgiving is sweet potatoes. I love them. So much. Unfortunately, my husband and son don’t like them, and I’m still working on my daughter.
My recipe, again one that it’s in my head and not written down, contains lots of butter, brown sugar, and nuts; and is topped with [...]

I don’t know about you, but cornbread dressing is THE reason I look forward to Thanksgiving. Okay, so I really look forward to ALL the food. Seriously. I grew up in a family where traditions are strong, especially traditional holiday meals. My grandma always, always made homemade cornbread dressing, and I was by her side [...]

And the winner is… Dawn at BabyBoy3! Congratulations Dawn! Please contact me at heather@shrinkingjeans.net with your mailing info.
Thanks to everyone for participating, and don’t forget to go check out today’s AWESOME giveaway!
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There are a few ingredients that always, ALWAYS make a dish taste better.
Butter.
Salt.
Bacon.
Mmmmm. BACON. How much do I love bacon? Well, let’s just say [...]

Who here likes fries?  I know my family sure does.  Sunday is a family day at my parents house.  It has been for years.  A lot of times, fries are included with dinner.  For a long, long time I have avoided eating fries, and it’s kind of a bummer.  Okay, it’s a big bummer.  So, [...]

This recipe rocks the house and makes an excellent side dish.
Food that tastes fresh, new and exciting is so enticing to me and just warms my heart. I had no idea that orzo could be so expensive so I made an executive decision at the grocery story to part ways with orzo and substituted basmati rice [...]

 
Isn’t that picture pretty?  Does it make you want to eat a salad right now?    Go ahead, your taste buds will thank you.
Strawberry-Apple Salad
(Weight Watchers Five Ingredient 15 Minute Cookbook – POINTS value: 2)
Ingredients:

1 (5 ounce) package spring mix salad greens with herbs
2 cups sliced strawberries
1 1/2 cups chopped Granny Smith apple
1/4 sliced almonds, toasted
Apple [...]

I love zucchini, and I love peppers, and I love tomatoes. 
I rarely put all three together in a sauté pan.  In fact, I rarely sauté any veggies.  I am a fresh veggie kind of gal.  However, after following this simple recipe and the absolute deliciousness it was, I will be doing it more often.  I [...]

I found this great article in the July/August 2009 issue of Everyday Food (a Martha Stewart publication). Honestly, I never knew there could be so much involved with grilling vegetables, but with these simple tips you’re veggies will be perfect every time!
Bell Peppers
Grill: Grill peppers over high until charred all over, 15 to 18 [...]

We have another delicious recipe from Chef Devin Alexander for you this morning! And guess what else?! She is going to be participating in a Q&A session with The Sisterhood! So all those food and cooking questions you have always wanted to ask? Now’s your chance! Just leave your questions in the comments section below, [...]

Today while perusing my Taste of Home Comfort Foods Diet cookbook, I came across this recipe for cauliflower! It sounds so good, and even my son (eyeing the picture) declared that it looked delicious! I’ll be adding the few ingredients to my grocery list and trying this one out to meet our 5in5 challenge this [...]

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE deviled eggs. Love them! Maybe you’re looking for a way to recycle all of those dyed Easter eggs? Well what better thing to make than Deviled Eggs! Just make sure you don’t leave the eggs sitting out for more than 30 minutes after the hunt is over! [...]