Christmas Recipe

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

It is Christmas Eve, and we are putting the final touches on our Christmas trees and putting the remaining wrapped gifts underneath, with Christmas only a day away; we are also preparing our menus for the festive holiday.

One dish that will help brighten up the dinner table is a Christmas pasta salad. With its festive colors and vibrant green dressing, this pasta dish will be pleasing to the eye and the palate.

Christmas Pasta Salad Recipe | Food Network Kitchen | Food Network

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Healthy Holiday Recipe: Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and as we’re preparing to have dinner with the turkey as the star of the show, the sides we have along with the turkey help make it a complete meal. Sweet potatoes are often a common side dish.

Sweet potatoes are high in fiber and vitamins A and C. Adding honey to your sweet potatoes adds natural sweetness with trace antioxidants, making this a nutritious and satisfying side.

Here is a recipe for honey-roasted sweet potatoes that will help elevate your Thanksgiving Day meal.

These sweet potatoes are lightly roasted with honey for a perfect balance of sweetness and caramelization.

Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe | Ellie Krieger | Food Network

Summer Recipe: A Delicious and Refreshing Summer Pasta Salad

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

As summer continues, there are going to be more gatherings with family and friends. Here is a recipe for a delicious and refreshing summer pasta salad.

Summer Pasta Salad Recipe | Food Network Kitchen | Food Network

Fourth of July Recipe: A Tasty Shrimp, Spicy Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Here is a recipe for a tasty shrimp, spiced mango, and avocado salad with a refreshing citrus dressing that will be a hit at your Fourth of July celebration.

Shrimp, Spiced Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing Recipe | Food Network

Healthy Recipe- Pan-Blackened Salmon with Garlicky Kale

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

It’s the middle of winter and the nights are frigid. Here is a delicious and healthy dinner recipe for pan-blackened salmon with garlicky kale that will warm up and comfort you and your family on a cold winter’s night.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sheet-pan-blackened-salmon-with-garlicky-kale-9614139

Cantaloupe Breakfast Bowl

Posted on August 11, 2021 by Joann Ariola

If you are a fruit lover, this simple breakfast bowl is This easy breakfast bowl is picture-perfect when you’re craving a cold and refreshing treat.

INGREDIENTS

1 cantaloupe, halved
1 1/2 c. almond milk
1 c. frozen raspberries, plus fresh raspberries, for garnish
1 banana, sliced into coins, divided
1/2 c. frozen pineapple or mango
1/2 c. Greek yogurt
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/2 c. granola

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DIRECTIONS

Using a spoon, remove and discard seeds from cantaloupe. Use a spoon to widen hole in the center, leaving a 1″ border at the edges. Reserve removed fruit to add to smoothie.
Combine almond milk, raspberries, half the banana, pineapple, Greek yogurt, vanilla, and extra cantaloupe. Blend until smooth.
Pour smoothie into cantaloupe “bowls” and garnish with raspberries, granola, and remaining banana slices. Serve.

For more breakfast bowl recipe ideas visit, https://www.delish.com/cooking/menus/g27664093/smoothie-bowl-recipes/?slide=2

Classic Holiday Flatbread

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Joann Ariola

Even though this year has brought many changes, it wouldn’t feel like the holidays without making my classic Holiday Flatbread. This roasted cranberry and goat cheese flat bread is not difficult to make, yet adds sophistication to your menu. It looks festive and is delicious. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family and I do! Happy Holidays!

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup of fresh cranberries
3 tablespoon light sugar maple syrup
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
½ teaspoon chopped dry thyme
2 flatbreads (14.1 oz package)
14 oz package fresh goat cheese crumbled

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F

Mix cranberries, maple syrup, shallot, and thyme in an 8 by 8-inch baking dish. Roast, stirring once or twice, until the cranberries burst and the mixture is bubbling and caramelizing along the edge, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and stir until the cranberries are broken down and the mixture is thick. Set aside.

Lay flatbreads out on work surface. Spread the hot cranberry mixture over the flatbreads, dividing evenly. Top with the goat cheese. Bake directly on the oven rack until the cheese is softened and flatbread is crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Cut into 8 small wedges or strips each.

Jessica Hyman -Clinical Nutrition Manager Food and Nutrition at Flushing Hospital Medical Center

Nutrition: Service Size– 2 slices Calories: 93

Diabetes Friendly Recipes

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Zakiya Hazel-Jemmott

Living with diabetes is already difficult enough without having to worry about your diet restrictions. You can enjoy healthy meals, even if time is tight in your schedule. Here are some quick, diabetes conscious recipes to keep you going through the day.

Start your morning off with this delicious fruit and almond smoothie. You will need one cup of almond milk, one cup of frozen strawberries and peaches, and 2 ounces of flavored Greek yogurt of your choice. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth and thick, pour and enjoy! See the full recipe here: http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/recipes/2012-04-fruit-and-almond-smoothie.html
This healthy chicken and vegetable casserole is cooked in one pan and makes an easy mid-day meal. You will need chicken breasts, broccoli, spinach, wild brown rice, and cheese of your choice. See the full recipe here: http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/recipe/chicken/chicken-and-wild-rice-casserole
End your day with this orange soy salmon recipe. This heart-healthy meal can be prepared, popped in the microwave, and served in less than 15 minutes. Salmon fillets are cooked over spinach and served alongside a veggie mix, all drizzled with a tangy topping of orange juice, soy sauce, fresh ginger, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. See the full recipe here: http://www.culinaryarts.com/Recipes/recipefiles/orange_soy_glazed_salmon.htm

Cooking a diabetes-friendly meal doesn’t have to be a time-consuming endeavor that traps you in the kitchen. Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, are prediabetic, or cook for someone who has diabetes, you can still enjoy a healthy and delicious dish!

To schedule an appointment with a physician or nutrition expert, please call Flushing Hospital Medical Center’s Ambulatory Care Center at 718-670-5486.

Healthy Turkey Chili Recipe

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Zakiya Hazel-Jemmott

Incredible, perfectly spiced healthy chili made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans and corn. This version is simply the best if you are looking for a healthy and quick option. Here is what you will need to enjoy this recipe:

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 medium red bell pepper, chopped

1 pound extra lean ground turkey or chicken (99%)

4 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes

1 1/4 cups chicken broth

2 (15 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, rinsed and drained

For topping: cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream

Instructions: Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. Add in onion, garlic and red pepper and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. Next add in ground turkey and break up the meat; cooking until no longer pink. Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper and salt; stir for about 20 seconds.

Next add in tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary. Garnish with anything you’d like.

Happy eating!

Warm up with healthy Thai Pumpkin Soup!

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Sage Robinson

Pumpkin is a delicious and healthy fall vegetable. Warm up with this Thai Pumpkin Soup recipe courtesy of Sur La Table.

Serves: Makes 8 cups

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
3 cups (720 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup (160 g) chopped onion
¾ cup (180 ml) coconut cream
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¾ cup (180 ml) coconut milk
2½ cups (610 g) canned pumpkin
1 tablespoon chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons (30 g) chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, peeled, chopped
Salt and pepper

Procedures:

For an appetizing presentation, and an authentic dash of extra flavor, garnish this soup with chopped cilantro, chopped peanuts and sour cream.

Sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add tomato paste, pumpkin, ginger, garlic, broth, coconut cream and coconut milk. Combine until thoroughly heated through.

Place mixture into the Vitamix container. Add chilies and lemon juice and secure lid.

Select purée program.

Switch machine to start and allow machine to complete programmed cycle.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.