Day: September 5, 2014

Whole Grain Chicken Fajitas with Zucchini, Corn, and Black Beans

Whole Grain Chicken Fajitas with Zucchini, Corn, and Black Beans Need a crowd pleaser?  Try these delicious chicken fajitas.  Saute chicken with sliced mushrooms, onions, red, yellow, and green bell pepper slices, cumin, and chili powder.  Wrap them up with whole grain tortillas and top with a little bit of shredded cheddar and light sour…Continue Reading Whole Grain Chicken Fajitas with Zucchini, Corn, and Black Beans

Salmon Cakes with Brown Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, and Pineapple

Salmon Cakes with Brown Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, and Pineapple I was raised in Maryland, well known for blue crabs and crab cakes.  This recipe is reminiscent of my beloved crab cakes but much more affordable.  It uses boneless, skinless canned salmon which is readily available in most supermarkets. The moistness comes from fresh whole wheat…Continue Reading Salmon Cakes with Brown Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, and Pineapple

Shrimp Scampi with Whole Grain Linguine

Shrimp Scampi with Whole Grain Linguine This colorful dish is one of my daughter’s favorite dinners.  Begin by sauteing red and yellow peppers with mushrooms, onions, and garlic.  Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and shrimp and simmer until it is cooked through.  The flavorful sauce is thickened with a little bit of cornstarch and tossed…Continue Reading Shrimp Scampi with Whole Grain Linguine