• 1 roasting chicken, about 3 pounds
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small onion, peeled and quartered
• 4 large celery stalks, chopped coarsely
• 4 large carrots, chopped coarsely
• 1 shallot finely chopped
• 2 to 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley
• 4 tablespoons melted butter

When the moon hits the sky like a big pizza pie...it's Pasta fa' Julieanna...

Last minute quick fix for pasta lovers...my problem is that I can't just eat one portion! Herb-y and balsamic-y...this dish is a real treat! Plus, we have our greens, so all is well with the world even when indulging in pasta. Just make sure to use a whole grain version so you get the fiber!

Recipe: Boil water and add: 1 12 oz package whole grain pasta

While…

1 3/4 cup milk

1 tsp vanilla

1/2 cup melted butter or vegetable oil

2 cups flour

1 TBS sugar

4 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

chocolate chips, or fresh or frozen blueberries…

Ahhh, back to my favorite cuisine...Indian! This is a simple version of hummus that is full of spice and sweetness, texture and gourmet flavor. It is perfect when you have guests as much as it is the simple, delicious snack ready to use when hunger strikes. The recipe is quick and is as follows:

1 can garbanzo beans

juice of 1 lemon

2 Tbsp tahini

1 Tbsp agave or honey

1/2 tsp turmeric

1 tsp curry powder

1 clove…