Pattypan Squash with Smoked Paprika Chili Oil & Lime

Who knew these tender, sweet little pattypans could be so spunky? They get a flavor boost from the smoked paprika-chili oil, lime zest and juice. I love these little flying saucer shaped squash. One cup only contains about 20 calories. They're a good source of vitamins and fiber too. As with most summer squash, the smaller the better. So grab some pattypans and have some fun!

Pasta with Tomato Sauce ~ Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Dish Done Two Ways

Hello Everyone!

There's just a few recipes that I'll be sharing on my sewing and craft blog Sew French. This is one of them.  

Please click on the link to view this recipe:  Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Sauce

      xo ~ Jilly    

Healthy Mexican Hot Cocoa

Hello Everyone!

There's just a few recipes that I'll be sharing on my sewing and craft blog Sew French. This is one of them.  

Please click on the link to view this recipe:  Healthy Hot Chocolate

      xo ~ Jilly    

Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

I ordered take-out Thai chicken coconut soup one night for dinner while working in the crisis center. To be honest, it wasn't that good. But I knew it had potential. So, I decided to make it myself  to see if I could improve on this classic Southeast Asian dish. 

My version is filled with brightly colored vegetables, earthy shiitake mushrooms and tender chicken. It has a mellow sweetness from the coconut milk and a feisty kick from the chili pepper and ginger. Thai basil and lime finish things off with a pop. 

This soup is both comforting and refreshing. It's good in hot weather as well as chilly winter nights. You can change it up by adding whatever vegetables you happen to have on hand. You can make this entirely vegetarian/vegan by using vegetable stock and tofu. It's very versatile.  Have fun and experiment.