Category: Recipes

Couscous is a featured grain in many regions of the Mediterranean. Enjoy this side dish as a complement to some fish. You’ll Need 1 ¼ cups water or chicken broth 2 Tablespoons butter 1 cup couscous Salt Freshly ground pepper 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans 2 small zucchinis, thinly sliced Directions Bring the...

Try this colorful dish, it is an easy side to complement your holiday feast. You’ll Need 6 medium carrots 1 Tablespoon butter, melted (or olive oil) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon dried basil or 1/4 Tablespoon fresh, chopped Directions Slice carrots into half inch slices. Simmer, covered, in water...

Why ruinous? This recipe has honestly ruined me on all others. I can’t do them, I can’t eat them, I can’t even look at them without weeping because I don’t have this stuffing.  This is a recipe you’ll need to do the day before. But the good news is...

Cranberries are in season! Give this recipe a try, it’s perfect for your upcoming holiday feast. You’ll Need: 6 medium apples peeled, cut into small pieces (Gala, and Pacific Rose work well) 12 ounces fresh cranberries 1/2 cup sugar (start with less and add to taste) 2 Tablespoons apple...

A fabulous way to use the in season sweet potatoes. Give this one a try and decide if you want to feature it at your Thanksgiving spread. You’ll Need 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons butter ¼ teaspoon salt 1/3 cup milk Directions...

This recipe is an easy way to enjoy in veggies and a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken. Here’s what you’ll need: You’ll Need 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts 28 ounces drained bean sprouts 1/2 cup bamboo shoots...

You’ll Need 6, 4 ounce fillets of  red snapper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup salsa 1 Tablespoon finely chopped white onion 1/2 lime, juiced 1 Tablespoon chopped cilantro...

The more we cook in the home the more we have control over quality of ingredients used. Give this recipe made with basic ingredients try. You’ll Need 6 chicken thighs, boned and skinned 1 cup orange juice 1 orange, peeled and sectioned 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons pepper 3...

Beans are great cancer fighters. Try this easy and tasty recipe. This recipe is an all around winner. Enjoy!  You’ll Need 2 cups cooked great northern beans ½ cup chopped, drained, marinated sun-dried tomatoes ¼ cup sliced ripe olives 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried 1 Tablespoon...

    Veggies and whole grains are great for cholesterol control. For extra fiber use whole wheat couscous. This is a great and quick dish to make for a potluck! You’ll Need 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons onions, finely chopped ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon coriander 1 cup...

This is a perfect way to attain omega-3 fatty acids from a canned food product.   You’ll Need: 16 ounces canned salmon 1 small onion, finely chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 eggs, beaten 1 ¼ cups dried bread crumbs, split into ¾ cup and ½ cup...

Try enjoying this BBQ sauce at your next summer cookout! You’ll Need 2 teaspoons olive oil ¼ cup chopped onion 1 garlic clove, finely minced 2 1/2 to 3 Tablespoons white vinegar (add higher amount for a more tangy sauce) 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce  4 ounces tomato sauce 1 ½...