A General Update

I've been so busy lately and haven't had time to keep this up to date! So, here's a general overview:

I made Chicken with Pecan Cream and Mushrooms, which was a total disaster. I'm not sure if it was me, or what - but I would NOT make it again.

I made a turkey meatloaf, which turned out great! I used the Betty Crocker recipe and 99% fat free ground turkey. I decided the lowest fat one is the way to go. I also always use oats, instead of bread crumbs. There's a version with spinach and pine nuts that I want to try soon!

Let's see...I also made a few of the things I make all the time-

• Sausage and Peppers - and followed the recipe exactly, except for the addition of an extra onion and a little more tomato paste.
• Pasta e Fagioli - which is always good! We started using some whole-grain pasta in it, which seems to hold up better in the broth
• Vodka Cream Pasta - We love this Rachel Ray recipe. It's so easy, and it's delicious every time! We froze half the sauce this time so we can have it again soon

I can't think of anything else! I really want to make some soups before it gets too warm. I also saw these fantastic sandwiches on the Barefoot Contessa this weekend - Roasted Pepper and Goat Cheese Sandwiches. Yum! They seem easy, too. I also saw an interesting soup/stew on Rachel Ray - Cocido. I thought I could just substitute the meatballs for turkey meatballs, so it would be lower fat. It also calls for chorizo, but I don't think it's all that bad for you, either. Maybe this weekend!