Here’s my June column for Diane, the magazine for Curves fitness. It’s a recipe for braised chicken with morels and celery leaves, and it’s only 400 calories a serving. It even has cream and cognac.
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great diet goody!
Erica, this recipe looks wonderful. I love chicken thighs; don’t understand why anyone would want a dried-up breast when these are consistently yummy no matter how long you cook them, and far more interesting in taste. Will definitely try this.
Thanks Sandwich Lady.
It’s a challenge to keep these Curves recipes down to 400 calories per serving, but it’s also fun. And this one really came out well. If you can get your hands on chanterelles, you’ll have something special.