these are healthier than their breaded deep fried cousins and they have twice the flavor. i first saw this recipe on pioneer woman and it has become cult legend in our circle of friends.
Salt Cucumbers
traditional russian style cucumbers. every family has their own recipe so these are just the basics and some optional additions.
Warm Tofu With Spicy Garlic Sauce
this is a very versatile dish that can be used for an appetizer, lunch or light dinner. i tend to keep the sauce on hand and make a quick snack out of it.
Chiles On The Grill
pepper jack cheese gives this traditional mexican dish a spicy new twist. try it with a spoonful of sour cream on top.
Cheese-stuffed Chiles
cheese-stuffed chiles
Soups & Stews
Creamed Fresh Asparagus Soup
an extremely simple and delicious soup.
Homemade Tomato Soup
this incredibly simple and delicious soup will make sure you never buy a can of tomato soup again.
Bacon Corn Chowder
Spicy Cheddar Soup
Beef-barley Soup
enjoy this soup now and then freeze individual servings to enjoy later.
Salads
Tofu Caesar Dressing
Light Chinese Chicken Salad
Chicken And Cheddar Pasta Toss
House Italian Salad Dressing
Caesar Salad Dressing
Seafood
Bouillabaisse
Oyster Soup With Fennel
Mussel Soup
She-crab Soup
Saffron Shrimp Soup
with tubettini
Sandwiches
Cucumber Chicken Pita Sandwiches
when it's too hot to cook, try this refreshing sandwich.
Garden Quesadillas
most quesadillas send your calorie budget through the roof because of all the cheese. this vegetable-stuffed version uses fat-free cream cheese and sweet peppers, saving you calories and fat.
Cucumber Sandwich
Great Greek Pitas
make the sauce and marinate the pork a day ahead. to serve this quick meal, stir-fry the flavorful meat, spoon into pita rounds, and top with the cucumber-yogurt sauce.
Baltimore-style Oysters Loaves
Side Dishes
Potato Packets
an extremely easy potato side dish that can be cooked either in the oven or my favorite way is on the grill. serve with a dollop of sour cream and a splash of chives or scallions.
Polenta With Two Cheeses
Brandied Sweet Potatoes
Baked Polenta With Mushroom Ragout
Green Chili Polenta
Desserts
Matcha Buttercream Frosting
a brilliant green frosting with something healthy to hide.
Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes
beautiful green cupcakes that are so perfect for spring parties or st patrick's day.
Tangy Lemon Bars
these yummy bars are sweet and crisp on the bottom and tart and gooey on top. these bars are well loved every where i server them.