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Archive for May 2008

May 30th, 2008

Lifestyles Network Contest Roundup

Robust Cooking isn’t the only blog in the Lifestyles Network with contests going on, check out some of these other fantastic contests going on right now!
Here is a roundup of contests currently running around the b5media Lifestyles Channel. Entering to win is easier and cheaper then playing the lottery! What have you go to lose? [...]

By Linette Gerlach -- 1 comment

May 30th, 2008

Healthy Cooking around b5media

Linette and I aren’t the only ones talking about healthy cooking and eating here at b5media this week. All over the network, bloggers are adding their thoughts about eating right. Here’s just a sampling of what they’ve had to say:
From “Baking Delight,” a recipe for Easy Vegan Portabello Penne
From “Tree-Hugging Family,” Organic Beverages [...]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 1 comment

May 29th, 2008

Book Review and Giveaway: Henry and The Hidden Vegetable Garden

I had the opportunity to take a look at a really cute new children’s book, about a boy named Henry. Henry and the Hidden Vegetable Garden could be about my son. We sat down and read the book tonight and then we talked about how we could add more vegetables into his diet. Then [...]

By Linette Gerlach -- 152 comments

May 29th, 2008

Grilled Mahimahi with Peach and Pink Grapefruit Relish

I have a delicious summer recipe to share with you, just in time for weekend grilling, courtesy of the folks at Cooking Light Complete Cookbook.

Grilled Mahimahi with Peach and Pink Grapefruit Relish
(Recipe on page 279 of Cooking Light Complete Cookbook)
Prep: 20 min. • Cook: 11 min.
1⁄3 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1⁄2 cup finely chopped [...]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

May 28th, 2008

All About Quinoa

Quinoa (pronouced KEEN-wah) is one of those super foods that combines tasting good with multiple health benefits. It’s also the one of the rare vegetable forms of protein. It’s also gluten-free and a good source of fiber. A native of Peru and other regions of South America, this grain was a staple of the Inca [...]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 0 comments

May 28th, 2008

Wordless Wednesday: Ahhhhhh Summertime

What’s Wordless Wednesday? Click here to find out.
(© Velo Steve/cc license)
Tags: grilling, Vegetables, wordless wednesday

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By Sandy Mitchell -- 0 comments

May 27th, 2008

What’s Your Favorite Spring Vegetable?

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite spring vegetable in our sidebar. My favorite is asparagus, but the spring greens, especially spinach, come in second.
I love asparagus brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with parmesan, then cooked on the grill. OK, I’m making myself hungry. It’s the best straight from the garden, but my [...]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

May 27th, 2008

Cooking With Kids: Make Your Own Trail Mix

I’m always looking for trail mix recipes the whole family can snack on. Thanks to my blogging partner Sandy, I found a couple new recipes at Monkey See.
I hope to include a segment here once or twice a week on cooking with kids. With kid friendly recipes, and ways to get your children involved [...]

By Linette Gerlach -- 0 comments

May 26th, 2008

Free Kids Yoplait Yogurt

The people at General Mills are offering a free sample pack of their new Kids Yoplait Yogurt. Simply visit the Yoplait site and request the free coupon.
In addition to kid-friendly packaging with Dora the Explorer and others, Yoplait Kids has 25% less sugar than other kids yogurts, according to the company. It comes in a [...]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 1 comment

May 26th, 2008

Grilled Shrimp Salad with Orange-Mint Dressing

Grilled shrimp is one of my favorite summer dishes. The people at Cabot Creamery, the Vermont cheese co-op and maker of the “World’s Best Cheddar,” are kind enough to share this recipe for Grilled Shrimp Salad. It’s a refreshing and light summertime dish.
Grilled Shrimp Salad with Orange-Mint Dressing
1 1/4 pounds large [...]

By Sandy Mitchell -- 1 comment