http://www.sheknows.com/authors/barbie-brillantes/articles Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/946007/asian-noodles-with-shrimp-recipe This simple, yet satisfying noodle dish is great when you're not sure what to cook and don't have a lot of time. It's the perfect Asian-inspired recipe to make for your family in a pinch. Just toss in a few ingredients with some vermicelli noodles and you've got dinner on the table in no time! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/946007/asian-noodles-with-shrimp-recipe Barbie Brillantes Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:25:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945895/superbowl-beer-punch-recipe When it's time for Super Bowl Sunday, most people are satisfied with a few bottles of beer. But if you're throwing a big bash and your team is on the field, don't you want to celebrate even more? So why not kick off the day with a tall glass of beer punch! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945895/superbowl-beer-punch-recipe Barbie Brillantes Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:45:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945879/beef-beer-stew The past few weeks in the Northeast have been windy and frigid. On the weekends, resorting indoors seems like the right thing to do, so why not make a big bowl of beef stew? This one-pot stew recipe tastes wonderful and fills the air with a beautiful aroma as it simmers for a few hours in your kitchen. The beef and veggies are stewed in beer, fitting for Super Bowl Sunday! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945879/beef-beer-stew Barbie Brillantes Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945739/oven-baked-carrot-and-sweet-potato-fries-recipe One of my favorite snacks is french fries and I don't know anyone who doesn't like them. A healthy alternative is to bake them in the oven, which also eliminates the oily mess from frying. I used a mix of two healthy vegetables, sweet potatoes and carrots, which are flavorful and packed with vitamins and minerals. They may not be as crispy as traditional fries, but they're so much better for you. Your family won't even know they're eating something healthy! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945739/oven-baked-carrot-and-sweet-potato-fries-recipe Barbie Brillantes Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852621/hostess-brand-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection The maker of the iconic Twinkies and Wonder Bread brands just announced that it is planning on filing for Chapter 11 Protection. This marks the second court restructuring for the company in just two years. The company states higher labor costs as the primary reason for the move. The cost of ingredients has also increased in recent years. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852621/hostess-brand-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection Barbie Brillantes Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852561/vegan-pasta-salad-recipe It's football season and pasta salad is a popular choice to bring to a game party because it's simple and you can eat it cold or at room temperature. But this year if you want to cut down on dairy, try using vegan mayonnaise, or Vegenaise, a dairy-free, eggless mayonnaise alternative. Mix it with cold cooked pasta and some veggies and you're good to go. Try Vegenaise today; once mixed into the salad, you won't be able to tell the difference! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852561/vegan-pasta-salad-recipe Barbie Brillantes Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:57:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852521/garlic-mashed-potatoes-baked-with-fresh-mozzarella-and-bread-crumbs-recipe I love mashed potatoes -- who doesn't? So I tried to fancy up this traditional dish. The inside is filled with mozzarella cheese and garlic and then topped with crisp breadcrumbs. Crispy outside and creamy inside, make it your new go-to mashed potato recipe! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852521/garlic-mashed-potatoes-baked-with-fresh-mozzarella-and-bread-crumbs-recipe Barbie Brillantes Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852277/kale-chips-baked-with-parmesan-cheese-recipe Who says snacking on chips isn't healthy? Well, you're in for a treat because baked kale leaves are a wonderful alternative to the traditional fried potato chips. They're low in calories, crispy and delicious. Grated Parmesan cheese is sprinkled on top for a nice bite, perfect for your salty snack cravings! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852277/kale-chips-baked-with-parmesan-cheese-recipe Barbie Brillantes Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852253/radish-salad-with-anchovy-dressing-recipe If you haven't cooked with anchovies before, let this be your first time! I grew up eating dried anchovies in appetizers and side dishes and they don't taste fishy like most people think. I love using anchovies in dressings because they bring out a wonderful flavor in fresh vegetables. Here's a basic salad recipe that's incredibly refreshing and rustic with beautiful red radishes and bright green parsley. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852253/radish-salad-with-anchovy-dressing-recipe Barbie Brillantes Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852243/asian-green-beans-with-sesame-and-garlic-recipe With the holidays over, everyone wants a healthy start to the new year. Now that people are back into work mode, nobody wants to think about time consuming meals to prepare, especially side dishes. Look no further for a great recipe. These crisp Asian-style green beans are seasoned with garlic, sesame oil and soy sauce. It's the perfect weeknight side dish recipe and you can have it on your dinner table in 15 minutes! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852243/asian-green-beans-with-sesame-and-garlic-recipe Barbie Brillantes Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851993/butternut-squash-soup-with-carrots-and-potatoes Simple, healthy and delicious, butternut squash soup is a classic dish to make during the fall and winter seasons. Over the years I've been making variations, adding twists and tweaks with different herbs or other vegetables. For this butternut squash soup recipe I blended squash with carrots and potatoes for even more flavor and creaminess. This healthy soup is an excellent source of vitamins A and E and is rich in fiber. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851993/butternut-squash-soup-with-carrots-and-potatoes Barbie Brillantes Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851457/pasta-free-lasagna-with-eggplant-mozzarella-and-tomatoes Instead of using traditional lasagna noodles, this lasagna recipe is layered with sliced eggplant with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and breadcrumbs. It's healthy, light and low in carbs, yet has a ton of flavor. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851457/pasta-free-lasagna-with-eggplant-mozzarella-and-tomatoes Barbie Brillantes Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851277/carrots-spiced-with-fresh-ginger-cumin-and-chili You may think the spices used in this recipe are a bit unusual, but this flavorful side dish will pair quite well with a traditional American meal. The spiced carrots are healthy and extremely easy to prepare. Make this your new go-to recipe for carrots. It will be an instant hit with your family! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/851277/carrots-spiced-with-fresh-ginger-cumin-and-chili Barbie Brillantes Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:22:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850219/filipino-christmas-tamale-recipe This recipe is a Filipino version of Mexican tamales. Instead of using corn husks and masa, the Filipino tamale recipe is rice-based, made with coconut milk and steamed in banana leaves. They're commonly served during big festivals or family parties. If you grew up eating tamales, it will surely bring back many wonderful Christmas memories. The mixture is amazingly sweet and savory and a tasty alternative to the Mexican version. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850219/filipino-christmas-tamale-recipe Barbie Brillantes Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:17:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850211/vegan-chocolate-almond-cookie-recipe I’m always looking for easy cookie recipes and this is one of them. This vegan cookie recipe is healthy, dairy-free and a delight for chocoholics. Yes, you know who you are! They're chocolaty with a pronounced almond flavor. They not only taste great but fill your home with the wonderful scent of cocoa as well. There is nothing more comforting than baking a fresh batch of cookies on a cold winter day, especially during the holidays. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850211/vegan-chocolate-almond-cookie-recipe Barbie Brillantes Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:06:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850191/crispy-spiced-duck-breast-with-orange-sauce-recipe Duck is a great dish to serve during the holiday season. This duck recipe is a twist on the French classic, Duck a l’Orange. If you've had duck at fancy restaurants before, cooking it yourself is an entirely different experience and you begin to realize how simple it is! The recipe is fairly easy to follow making it great for those who haven't previously cooked duck. You will love the combination of spices along with the orange sauce recipe. The flavors complement each other perfectly. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850191/crispy-spiced-duck-breast-with-orange-sauce-recipe Barbie Brillantes