Recipes tagged with side-dish

post_06_minted_pea_couscous

Minted Pea Couscous

Peas and mint team for texture and flavor in this super simple, light pasta dish. A perfect complement to pork, beef, chicken or fish, you’ll turn to this recipe often, especially when serving leftover meat. Excellent with our Raspberry Basil Chicken. Serves 4.

See more »
post_roasted_sweet_potato_wedges02

Baked Sweet Potato Wedges

There’s no simpler recipe that offers such hearty praise, so plan to serve this often to small and large groups. Cutting the potatoes into thick slices will keep the ends from burning. For variety, sprinkle parmesan cheese over the potatoes 5 minutes before they are done. Serves 4.

See more »
post_cornbread02

Healthy Cornbread

This simple corn bread recipe is just as tasty as the one on the box of cornmeal, but has half the calories and no cholesterol. Serves 8.

See more »
post_quinoa_salad10

Sweet and Crunchy Quinoa Salad

This quinoa is quin-WOW! If you haven’t tried this nutty, full-flavored complete protein, get ready to love it.  This salad, simply dressed with buttermilk, olive oil and orange juice, combines the sweetness of dried fruits with green onions and crunchy cholesterol lowering almonds.  Makes a meatless main or substantial side dish. Serves 6.

See more »
2011-12_Dreamy Carrot Souffle_H_close up_spoon up

Dreamy Carrot Soufflé

Light and creamy, and soooo easy! With this soufflé there’s no fuss, just lots of flavor – making this festive side dish perfect for your holiday table. Serves 12.

See more »
post_green_citrus_salad04

Green Bean and Citrus Salad

When the garden begins to flourish, you’ll be glad to have this refreshing salad on your menu. Whether the meal is casual or dressy, it doesn’t matter. This dish makes everything else taste better. Serves 4.

See more »
post_Cauliflower-Carrots

Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots in Mustard Sauce

This dish is an amazing combination of flavors and textures. It’s sweet, savory and crunchy. It’s versatile and goes well with chicken, pork, beef and vegetarian dishes. Both healthy and satisfying! Serves 4.

See more »
2011-09_Roasted Vegetables_H_close up

Easy Mix & Match Roasted Vegetables

Variety is the spice of life and the key to getting the most from your veggies. This super flexible recipe allows you to make healthy choices based on what’s fresh and in season, as well as what type of dish you’d like to prepare. You just start by roasting or grilling a colorful cornucopia of veggies, and then tossing them with your favorite fresh herbs. Delectably delicious on their own, this guide becomes your go-to for topping a pizza, tossing with pasta or scooping into salads. There’s even a handy chart to make sure your combos come out just right! Serves 4.

See more »
post_broiled_tomatoes

Broiled Tomatoes Parmesan

Like lycopene? You should! This cardiovascular disease-fighting nutrient is found in tomatoes, along with potassium, Vitamin C and folate.  Sharp, zesty Parmesan and a sprinkling of fresh basil make tomatoes truly tasty!  Best in summer when tomatoes are at their peak, so grow your own or look for them at Farmers’ Markets. Serves 4.

See more »
post_coleslaw

Apple Coleslaw

Not too creamy, not too tart, this coleslaw is just right. Serves 4.

See more »