Category Archives: Healthier Options

Turkey Curry: Your Personal Stash of Stouffer’s

Posted on December 31, 2020 by swellkid recipes

I roast two turkeys every year. One for Thanksgiving, or sometimes Friendsgiving, and one for leftovers. I love to use up leftover turkey in different ways. This year I channeled Bridget Jones’ Turkey Curry Buffet. Remember the Christmas Jumper? If … Continue reading →

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Chinese Meatballs with Spicy Sauce

Posted on August 30, 2020 by swellkid recipes

This is so easy and quick to make- 25 minutes and dinner is served. My whole family loves these meatballs. Serves 4 1 lb. ground beef, ground turkey, or ground pork 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 4 green … Continue reading →

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Sheet Pan Shrimp with Bacon and Cannellini Beans

Posted on August 24, 2020 by swellkid recipes

I have been teaching my youngest son to cook.  At the moment I am writing this he is making Chinese meatballs. Here is how it goes: I hand him a cookbook, he picks a recipe, I buy the ingredients, and … Continue reading →

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Spinach and Beet Green Salad with Broiled Zucchini and Basil Vinaigrette

Posted on July 30, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Salad for dinner.  It’s hot. It’s even too hot to go outside and grill the zucchini. The broiler heats up and cooks quickly so it’s a doable stand in for the grill on a sweltering day. How long has it … Continue reading →

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Roasted Cauliflower Sliders

Posted on March 28, 2018 by swellkid recipes

I made two kinds of sliders for a party I recently hosted. These yummies with roasted, spiced cauliflower and lemony sauce, and Italian porchetta sliders.  Would you believe that the cauliflower sliders were gone much sooner and I got many … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower Mushroom Gratin

Posted on March 10, 2018 by swellkid recipes

A gratin is a dish that is baked with a breadcrumb topping. This deliciousness could be a vegan main dish or a side dish with pasta to round out the meal.  I use Earth Balance as a butter substitute whenever … Continue reading →

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Stovetop Turkey Chili

Posted on March 4, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Slow cookers and pressure cookers are amazing! I love mine and use them often. One thing they can lack is the texture and flavor you get from cooking something on the stove without a lid.  Slow cookers and pressure cookers … Continue reading →

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Rice Salad with Roasted Grapes

Posted on February 8, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Rice salad is an old idea, but for some reason it’s taken me a long time to embrace it.  I’m so glad I have!  It’s the perfect side dish to go with pretty much any entrée. The premise: toss cooked … Continue reading →

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Tikka Masala Chickpeas with Spicy Green Rice

Posted on February 4, 2018 by swellkid recipes

I love the spice combinations and creamy sauces of Indian cooking. This delicious vegan dish is fragrant with coriander and cumin and gets a rich creamy texture from the addition of coconut milk. The green rice is a revelation! I’m … Continue reading →

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Instant Pot Secret-Veggie-Packed Turkey Bolognese

Posted on January 6, 2018 by swellkid recipes

My family loves pasta.  My youngest son doesn’t like “things” in the sauce.  By “things” I mean all the flavorful additions that a good tomato sauce needs, like onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and herbs.  He doesn’t want bits of onions … Continue reading →

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