Janine’s Very Oaty Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies and An Update
Hello, Friends. I haven’t shared in this space for quite some time now. I’m going to be really honest with you here today. The current state of our nation, our world, our city has been weighing heavily on me. During my absence here, I thought of this space and of all of you often. As … Read more
“Moreish” Meatless Spinach Artichoke Pie
If you love spinach and artichoke dip but don’t love all the fat, calories and sodium that comes with it, then today, this recipe is for you! I’ve been making my Spinach Artichoke Pie for over 20 years but in an effort to make it even more healthy (without compromising the taste), I’ve recently tweaked … Read more
Citrus Coconut Aminos Tofu and Stir Fry Vegetables
If you’ve been following me for some time now, you know the long term struggle I have had with high blood pressure and salt. And as my close friends and relatives know, that is a major bummer because my love of chips, Chinese and all other sorts of salty guilty pleasures runs deep! Over the … Read more
Janine’s Meyer Lemon Chicken Thighs
After numerous days of dreary, cold, cloudy weather here in NYC, I needed something fresh, bright and sunny in my life…and in my kitchen! So, I pulled out one of my favorite recipes ever. My Meyer Lemon Chicken Thighs are easy to make, delicate and light in flavor, absolutely delicious and look beautiful plated! Before … Read more
Janine’s Juicy Chicken Burgers
Today’s recipe is one that I think you’re going to love. Not just because it’s absolutely healthy and delicious but because I think this may be my most versatile recipe ever! I make my Juicy Chicken burgers all the time! I often serve them to my family as a main course for dinner! My kids … Read more
Not Your Mama’s Meatloaf and the Recipe for a Decadent Dessert
Today I’m back sharing more of what makes you happy…recipes. This week’s additions from my kitchen are my recipes for “Not Your Mama’s Meatloaf” and my “Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies”. They are both SO good and have something in common. Both are incredibly delicious (obviously). Both are super healthy (without tasting it, if you know … Read more
Moroccan Chicken and the World’s Best Cabbage
Happy Monday! I’m back today with more of what you love..recipes! Lots of you have told me that my recent blog posts have really helped to get you out of your current “food rut”. When normally you would have turned to unhealthy take out because you’re sick of the same old thing, instead you’re cooking … Read more
Muffins and Meatballs: This Week’s Most Requested Recipes
Hi, Friends! My direct messages have been blowing up (as the kids would say) regarding recipes I have been creating in my kitchen! I’ve been trying to share as much as I can over on my Insta Stories (@janine.whiteson). You seem to be loving that and are requesting all the things! Today is all about … Read more
Powerful Pomegranates: They Could Just Be the Healthiest Fruit on the Planet
Pomegranates…they are beautiful, delicious and one of the world’s healthiest fruits. Ever since I was a little kid, I loved pomegranates. I would sit at our counter with a bib made from a kitchen towel draped over me and couldn’t wait to dig in. My dad would always cut my pomegranate into quarters for me … Read more
Leeks: Low in Calories and Fat, High in Nutritional Value and Flavor
I adore leeks. I fell in love with them when I was living in London (redundant I know, but true). Leek and potato soup/vichyssoise and leek vinaigrette were my absolute favorites. But, it wasn’t love at first site. I have to say that when I first learned of the health benefits leeks provide and how … Read more
