5 Foods Packed With Potassium


Updated 09/13/10 1:39 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Foods Rich in Potassium

If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then a banana a day may keep the leg cramps away. When people hear the word potassium, they often think immediately of bananas. While the yellow fruit may be a decent source of the essential nutrient, it doesn't pack the most punch. Why, you may ask, do we need a good dose of potassium? In addition to the mineral potentially helping to reduce hypertension, Read more

Raisins vs. Grapes


Updated 09/13/10 3:22 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 23 comments

How Do Raisins and Grapes Compare Nutritionally?

They say you can't really compare apples and oranges, but what about grapes and raisins? I have often wondered how the dried version compares with its juicy source. When a fruit is dried, many of the nutrients become concentrated. According to the Berkeley Wellness Newsletter, ounce for ounce, raisins have almost three times the antioxidants as their grape counterparts. However, the amount of Read more

The Basics: Oatmeal Raisin Cookies


Updated 06/23/10 6:46 PM · Posted by partysugar · 3 comments

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

There are certain recipes that every baking enthusiast should master. In my head, I have an imaginary list of these dishes. It's divided into categories and under the cookies subtitle, you will find oatmeal raisin cookies. Since this recipe was not checked off, I recently decided to make them. After researching recipes, I selected Ina Garten's variation with pecans. Over 50 people have raved Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken and Spinach Rice


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by partysugar · 2 comments

Fast and Easy Recipe for Chicken with Spinach Rice

Quick-cooking chicken tenders are perfect for a busy night in between the holidays. Served on a bed of spinach and rice, this chicken is ideal for those who prefer dishes that aren't packed with potent flavors and exotic ingredients. A simple pan sauce with olives, wine, and raisins is poured over the poultry. To make this dish more festive, consider using dried cranberries instead of raisins. Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Baked Potatoes With Brussels Sprouts


Updated 02/08/12 10:48 AM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Baked Potatoes With Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe

Although it takes an hour for a potato to bake, I still consider baked potatoes a quick and simple meal. Why? Because they require virtually no work. All you have to do is throw them in the oven and wait. Because of the special and flavorful topping — bacon! Brussels sprouts! sour cream! — this recipe, however, involves a small amount of cooking. It's worth the extra effort; with their Read more

Come Party With Me: Tailgate — Dessert


Updated 12/10/09 12:54 PM · Posted by partysugar · 2 comments

Make Ahead Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

No Cal-USC tailgate is complete without a sweet treat and I like to serve cookies. Specifically, classic oatmeal raisin cookies — they're chewy, not too sweet, and scream Fall. Cookies are also perfectly portable and can be made in advance, meaning they're ideal for a tailgate. Because the finished dough needs time to chill in the fridge before being baked, this recipe must be prepared several Read more

Raisins: Love Them or Hate Them?


Updated 05/27/09 2:28 PM · Posted by partysugar · 29 comments

Raisins: Love Them or Hate Them?

With their dark brown color and wrinkly skin, raisins have never been one of my favorite foods. When I was a kid, the little red boxes were everywhere and I quickly grew sick of them. As an adult, I won't complain if they're served to me, but I don't cook with raisins at home. How do you feel about the ingredient? Source Raisins: Love Them or Hate Them? Love them Hate them Read more

Yummy Links: From Chocolate-Stuffed Bananas to Spy Chefs


Updated 08/19/08 1:09 PM · Posted by partysugar · 8 comments

Yummy Links: From Chocolate-Stuffed Bananas to Spy Chefs

Chocolate-stuffed bananas make a delicious campfire dessert. — Slashfood Although the district may be gritty, the grub in San Francisco's Tenderloin is delicious. — Chow Would you drink a pork martini? — Serious Eats Four chefs reveal their secrets for making the best pizza, pad thai, taco, and burger. — 7x7 Have you ever had a farm fresh egg? — The Epi-Log Hilary Swank plans to Read more

Textured Side: Sautéed Spinach with Pine Nuts & Golden Raisins


Updated 04/13/08 10:54 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 9 comments

Textured Side: Sautéed Spinach with Pine Nuts & Golden Raisins

Spinach is one of my favorite things to cook. Whether it's put into a salad or cooked into a casserole, I absolutely love the way it tastes. I recently came across a simple recipe for spinach sautéed with pine nuts and golden raisins. While I have put raisins in many a spinach salad, I've never put them in cooked spinach. I think the squishy texture of the raisins will go nicely with the Read more