Recipe: Bean Patties Summary: These kidney bean patties make a flavor rich, nutrient packed entree that is easy to whip up. Pick and choose the herbs as you wish to include for a personalized dish. Ingredients 1 cup dried red kidney beans, soaked overnight in 1 quart of water 2 tablespoons oil 1/2 cup chopped [...]
Vegetable Sauce for Spaghetti
May 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
Recipe: Tasty Sauce for Spaghetti Summary: This rich-tasting pasta sauce uses tomato paste rather than tomatoes to get its fresh, savory flavor. A vegetable sauce recipe is a great option for vegetarians and vegans. It is also a useful recipe to have on hand when fresh tomatoes aren’t readily available. Ingredients 3 Onions 2 Stalks [...]
Foil-Wrapped Chicken
April 26, 2012 By 4 Comments
Recipe: How to Make a Delicious Foil Wrapped Chicken Summary: Foil-Wrapped Chicken comes out of the oven with the wonderful smell of a classic dinner recipe. The mushrooms impart a dark and smoky flavor throughout the chicken. The meat stays moist and savory. Ingredients 1 whole chicken 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms 1/2 clove garlic 1 [...]
Italian Lasagna
April 19, 2012 By 13 Comments
Recipe: Italian Lasagna – Baked Noodles Summary: Every Italian cook has several favorite recipes for lasagna and most of them are good. After experimenting a bit with variations on the general theme you will find that, in fact, it is hard to go wrong. You may add mushrooms or truffles, you may replace the tomato [...]
Low Fat Low Calories Macaroni With Cheese and Tomato
April 12, 2012 By 10 Comments
Recipe: Healthy Macaroni and Cheese With Tomatoe and Basil Summary: With its reputation as a major food staple for children, macaroni and cheese is often viewed as a high calorie over-processed boxed meal. However, it can be a low fat and reduced calorie diner that’s easy to make. Ingredients 1 3/4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni [...]
Mediterranean Style Veggie Burger
April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Recipe: Quick and Easy Mediterranean Veggie Burgers Summary: A thick, juicy burger does not need to be made from ground beef to be delicious. As more and more people reduce their intake of meat, or skip meat entirely, chefs are developing amazing vegetarian recipes like the one that follows. In this recipe, a Portobello mushroom [...]
Mini Mediterranean-Style Chicken Pot Pies
March 21, 2012 By 3 Comments
Recipe: Mini Mediterranean-Style Chicken Pot Pies Summary: A new twist on an old time favorite, mini Mediterranean-style chicken pot pies are tasty, healthy and a snap to make.
Grilled Chicken Pasta
March 15, 2012 By 8 Comments
Recipe: Grilled Chicken Pasta Summary: This is a easy, healthy, and delicious meal that you can make in just minutes. It’s great for lunch or dinner. Ingredients 2⁄3 cup of brown rice pasta, cooked 1/2 grilled chicken breast 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 dash of sea salt 2⁄3 cup of broccoli, steamed 1/4 cup of [...]
Sicilian Basil and Orange Salad
March 7, 2012 By 1 Comment
Recipe: Sicilian Basil and Orange Salad Summary: This simple salad combines the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, orange and red onion. Its a classic combination whose fresh and easy preparation says “Sicily.” It is a great starter for outdoor picnics or can stand alone as a light summer lunch. A diced avocado or two tablespoons [...]
Low-Fat, Low-Sodium Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
February 29, 2012 By 1 Comment
Recipe: Low-Fat, Low-Sodium Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Summary: Low in both fat and sodium compared to standard hummus, this recipe doesn’t sacrifice taste. Garlic, cumin and lemon provide a savory zip. To tame the garlic, use roasted. If opting for canned chickpeas, adjust the salt, since canned legumes can be high in sodium.
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