Fox Illinois - Community - Food http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food RSS Feed for Fox Illinois - Community - Food en-us Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:29:59 GMT Skinny Taco Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Skinny-Taco-Salad-with-Spicy-Ranch-Dressing--101065359.html The challenge is to keep the flavors and textures we love while reducing fat and calories. This home-made version does that and is easy to make. Cast-Iron Rosemary Chicken http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Cast-Iron-Rosemary-Chicken--106325734.html While this dish is fairly simply it has incredibly satisfying and, if you remove the skin, a 6-ounce serving of chicken and a serving of potatoes is only 235 calories with 3 grams of fat and 1 of fiber. Sriracha Brisket with Pecorino Potatoes http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Sriracha-Brisket-with-Pecorino-Potatoes--111530964.html There are few things I love more than a good slow-smoked beef brisket. Sweet-glazed cornish game hens and roasted vegetables http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Sweet-glazed-cornish-game-hens-and-roasted-vegetables-118776134.html To contrast with the bright crunch of the vegetables and the sweet, digit-smackin’ awesomeness (“finger-lickin’ good” is trademarked) of the hens, we made our stand-by of sautéed mushroom risotto. Weeknight spaghetti delight http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Weeknight-spaghetti-delight--123999899.html While not as easy as ordering up a pizza or grabbing a burger, this dish is quick and easy to put together and is way better for you! Cookies for Breakfast! http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Cookies-for-Breakfast--112808734.html I started with the healthiest cookie I could think of, oatmeal raisin, upped the fiber using whole-wheat pastry flour and some bran cereal, and added some tangy apple chutney to balance the sweet with a little savory. New Weight Watchers Plan: Spaghetti alla Puttanesca with Chicken http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/New-Weight-Watchers-Plan-Spaghetti-alla-Puttanesca-with-Chicken--112515649.html The dish works out to 308 calories with 28 grams of protein, 36 grams of carbohydrate, and 5 grams each of fat and fiber. Joy and Pork Chops with Bourbon-Mustard Sauce http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Joy-and-Pork-Chops-with-Bourbon-Mustard-Sauce--104295909.html It wasn't just the perfect sear or the tangy, creamy sauce. It was the combination, greater than individual parts, that came together to take away the cares of the day and brings everyone together for a few minutes of bliss. Creamy risotto with smoked sausage done light http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/Creamy-risotto-with-smoked-sausage-done-light--116926993.html I used evaporated fat-free milk and pecorino. It was incredibly creamy and the nutty pecorino paired incredibly well with the salty, smoky turkey sausage I crisped up. The peas and parsley add a savory freshness. You won't skip breakfast if it's this tomato basil scramble http://www.foxillinois.com/community/food/You-wont-skip-breakfast-if-its-this-tomato-basil-scramble--120203069.html When your mom told you "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day," she wasn't far from the truth. For those of us trying to lose weight or live a healthier lifestyle, breakfast is a must. And no, coffee doesn't count!