Victoria MattsonDishing It Up!

by Victoria Mattson

Victoria Mattson is a local cook, confectionaire and writer. She offers healthy and nutritious recipes and food tips in each issue of North County Outlook. Phone (360) 658-9903 or e-mail victoria@northcountyoutlook.com.


Tue, Dec 14, 2010 

 

Favorite pie recipe was aunt's gift

Chocolate Almond Pie is sure to be a holiday hit.

Tue, Nov 30, 2010 

 

Chicken dish with a Puerto Rican twist

Try this spicy Chicken Fricassee for a wake-up call to your taste buds.

Tue, Nov 16, 2010 

 

The berries that make Thanksgiving

Make fresh cranberry sauce for your holiday table

Wed, Nov 3, 2010 

 

Big mushroom is a meat alternative

Portobello mushrooms can be grilled, sautéed or baked to perfection.

Tue, Oct 19, 2010 

 

Spinach is a powerhouse, whether raw or cooked

The recipe for Spinach and Cheese Cakes uses organic spinach.

Thu, Oct 7, 2010 

 

Make-ahead sauce adds quick flavor

Easy, nutritious peanut sauce can be frozen.

Tue, Sep 21, 2010 

 

Fluffy marshmallows from your own kitchen

This homemade version of the sweet, sticky confection will spoil you.

Wed, Sep 8, 2010 

 

Summer veggies make a great soup

Local students help supplement food bank shelves with fresh produce grown on donated land.

Wed, Aug 25, 2010 

 

Breakfast helps start the day off right

Oatmeal pancakes are rich in whole-grain fiber and can be made ahead of time.

Wed, Aug 11, 2010 

 

Organic kale makes a crisp and satisfying snack

Crunchy Kale Chips are easy to make.

Tue, Jul 27, 2010 

 

Crab salad is a summer dish fit for royalty

Enjoy King David's simple but delicious recipe for crab salad.

Wed, Jul 14, 2010 

 

New Orleans sandwich is a delicious summer treat

Italian meats and cheeses spice up this traditional southern delicacy.

Wed, Jun 23, 2010 

 

Festival is over, but berry season is just getting started

Try these great ways to enjoy fresh local strawberries.

Tue, Jun 8, 2010 

 

Time for a treat

Copper River salmon is in and ready for your grill.

Wed, May 19, 2010 

 

Chowder uses fresh or frozen ingredients

Pantry staples add to flavor and nutrition for this hearty meal.

Wed, May 5, 2010 

 

Make breakfast for Mom

A Breakfast Skillet is the perfect Mother's Day treat.

Wed, Apr 21, 2010 

 

Panko coating adds to chicken's yum factor

Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Breasts are easy, healthy and delicious.

Wed, Apr 7, 2010 

 

Low-calorie stevia can work in baked goods

The natural ingredient is 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar.

Wed, Mar 24, 2010 

 

Healthy snacks actually help weight loss

Don't give up snacks when you're on a diet. Instead, experts suggest adding healthy snacks to your routine.

Wed, Mar 10, 2010 

 

Watching your weight? You can still enjoy pasta

Recipe for Fettuccine with Asparagus in Cream Sauce features whole wheat pasta, low-fat milk.


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Favorite pie recipe was aunt's gift
Tue, Dec 14, 2010

Chocolate Almond Pie is sure to be a holiday hit.

Chicken dish with a Puerto Rican twist
Tue, Nov 30, 2010

Try this spicy Chicken Fricassee for a wake-up call to your taste buds.

The berries that make Thanksgiving
Tue, Nov 16, 2010

Make fresh cranberry sauce for your holiday table

Big mushroom is a meat alternative
Wed, Nov 3, 2010

Portobello mushrooms can be grilled, sautéed or baked to perfection.

Spinach is a powerhouse, whether raw or cooked
Tue, Oct 19, 2010

The recipe for Spinach and Cheese Cakes uses organic spinach.

Make-ahead sauce adds quick flavor
Thu, Oct 7, 2010

Easy, nutritious peanut sauce can be frozen.

Fluffy marshmallows from your own kitchen
Tue, Sep 21, 2010

This homemade version of the sweet, sticky confection will spoil you.

Summer veggies make a great soup
Wed, Sep 8, 2010

Local students help supplement food bank shelves with fresh produce grown on donated land.

Breakfast helps start the day off right
Wed, Aug 25, 2010

Oatmeal pancakes are rich in whole-grain fiber and can be made ahead of time.

Organic kale makes a crisp and satisfying snack
Wed, Aug 11, 2010

Crunchy Kale Chips are easy to make.