Super Bowl detox is now in effect. I won’t tempt you with my cheesecake bar recipe or my cheeseburger pie casserole this week. But one of our lovely commenters last week had a great idea: all day stew! This week we’ll look at a veggie-based stew that you can savor slowly and that will keep you full all day (sans chocolate).

Featured ingredients:

Acorn squash: This little bugger is loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C. Many studies suggest is also has anti-cancer properties, not to mention its rich texture and savory flavor make it seem way too tasty to be healthy.

Chickpeas: Sure, they taste amazing ground up as hummus, but chickpeas don’t have to be pulverized to be appreciated. They are loaded with protein and fiber while being low-fat.

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Everyone needs a meal that they can whip out when they need to impress someone. Whether it’s that hot barista you got the balls to finally ask out, that hot barista’s parents two years down the line, or that group of friends who only get together every so often, a meal you can make quickly and expertly is always a ticket to success.

My staple Impress ‘Em Meal has always been pasta primavera. It’s simple, fresh, and healthy – but best of all? It easy to do.

Here’s my favorite primavera recipe, from the Food Network. I recently used this to impress partygoers at a giant potluck. Now, they all think I can actually cook (too bad my microwave knows better…)! Read More »