If you're over 50, you're probably concerned about maintaining your health in the future and are considering vegetarianism. Most Americans consume red meat and processed meat products on a daily basis and end up with heart disease or type 2 diabetes. Vegetarians don't eat meat or fish but still eat eggs and dairy. Vegans take this a … [Read more...]
Canandaigua, New York | Anti-Aging Wine in the Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes, in Upper New York State, are known for their excellent anti-aging wine. That's because it contains a high concentration of resveratrol, which is found in the skin of the grapes grown there. It's produced naturally, has life-sustaining properties, and helps prevent heart disease and cancer, depending on how it's grown and processed. I had to try some when … [Read more...]
Creamy Cold Yogurt Soup with Vegetables Recipe
I love cold soups, especially on a hot day, and this recipe for Yogurt and Vegetable cold soup is refreshing as well as nutritious. It's a version of Tarator soup that is popular in the Balkans and is similar to Tzatsiki. Use your favorite brand of plain yogurt made from cow, sheep, or goat milk. I prefer Greek-style yogurt because it's extra creamy. Enjoy this … [Read more...]
Greek Style Chicken Farfalla with Goat Cheese Recipe
There are so many ways to make pasta and a favorite for me is my recipe for Chicken Farfalla with Goat Cheese. I love goat cheese as it's much easier to digest than cow's milk for humans. In this garlicky creation, I have also added Kalamata olives giving it a Greek-style twist. Enjoy this recipe A little about Farfalla Farfalla pasta looks like tied little … [Read more...]
Greek Shrimp with Feta Cheese Recipe
Mama Mia! I love Greek food. I created this Greek Shrimp with Feta Cheese recipe after attending our local Greek Festival. I try to go every Memorial Day weekend and one year learned to make Roasted Lamb. This recipe for "Carides Me Feta Ala Plaka" was inspired by a recipe that I found in their church family cookbook. Enjoy this recipe! Although I haven't been to … [Read more...]