Zucchini Potato Cakes

Zucchini Potato Cakes By Radek Dudek and Tara Hire Makes 5-8 pancakes 5 medium size red potatoes, grated 2 cups grated zucchini 1 medium onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup vegetable oil Heat vegetable oil over high heat in medium pan. Toss all of the ingredients together in a bowl and add…

6 Recipes for Whale Zucchinis

Whale Zucchinis You know the type, the zucchini that overnight blow up into the size of a whale. Now, what to do with the enormous beast? Some people actually throw out this hearty veg., but not us, there is little wasted at the Monhegan Wellness facilities. The Whale Zucchini is best grated or thinly sliced…

Chocolate-Coconut Macaroons

Chocolate-Coconut Macaroons The secret to these sweet treats are the micro chocolate chips. I found them online HERE. But if you just can’t wait to make these delectable sweets, chop up semi-sweet chips in the food processor or with a knife. INGREDIENTS 2 cups finely shredded coconut, not sweetened 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk 1…

Omega-3 Energy Bombs

Omega-3 Energy Bombs These cookies are great for taking on the trail, having on hand for a healthy kids treat or adult afternoon snack. They are packed full of omega-3 fats from a variety of nuts and seeds. They are also gluten free, relatively low in sugar and vegan. Add dried fruit for a little…

Green Goddess Cheese Spread

A few weeks ago I posted Better than Wheat Thins Cracker with the promise of posting this cheese spread recipe to go with it. I was remiss in keeping that promise but luckily for you, I have wonderful followers that are kind enough to remind me. For your next social gathering or for a healthy…

Slow Roasted Beef and Spinach

Slow Roasted Beef and Spinach Serves 2 Ingredients: 1 lb. sirloin steak 1-2 cloves garlic 1 cup red wine 1 large box organic baby spinach Directions: Sear the steak in pan with high sides (at least 3 inches) and tight fitting lid. Caramelize both sides, add garlic and brown, add red wine and scrape the…

Eggvocado

Eggvocado Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 eggs 1 avocado 1 tsp grated parmesan cheese Fresh thyme, ground pepper, salt or any herb to taste   Preheat oven to 375°.  Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Hollow out the avocado a little bit more to make room for the egg. Place avocado halves in shallow pan…

Healthy Homemade Caesar Dressing

Monhegan Wellness retreats always include a healthy lunch and/or a cooking component. Participants often ask for my recipes to make at home. Last weekend I lead a Chi Hiking and Yoga retreat and served up Mediterranean Spiced Lentils with Sesame Seed Spring Mix Salad lightly tossed in Caesar dressing, with Creamy Whipped Chia Pudding for dessert….

Creamy Whipped Chia Pudding

I have tried several Chia pudding recipes and as much as I wanted to love them, I just didn’t. I stumbled across this recipe on the Nutiva Chia seed package and gave it a try. It is absolutely delicious! And as you know, I love recipes that are simple, delicious and nutritious, this one meets…

Better than Wheat Thins Cracker

Wheat thins used to be my favorite cracker growing up. But similar to most store bought crackers they are overly processed, nutrient lacking, calorie loaded, not even sure I can call them food, items. I have been looking for the perfect cracker recipe for a little while. My Criteria: simple economical time efficient good nutrition…