Tag: side dish

Sweet potatoes are such as nutritious food. Give this delightful combination a try.  You’ll Need 6 medium sweet potatoes or yams (about 2 pounds) or substitute one 23 ounce can 6 teaspoons brown sugar 3 Tablespoons butter 3 Tablespoons orange juice ½ teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon grated orange peel...

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...

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...

A very easy, yet tasty complement to many meals.  You’ll Need ¼ cup olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 16 ounces frozen, cut, green beans thawed and drained ¼ cup white vinegar 1 teaspoon dried mint leaves ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper ¼ cup walnuts, chopped 2 ounces Feta...

Here is an easy to make nutritious and delicious side option. You’ll Need  2 medium sweet potatoes 1 1/2 Tablespoons olive and coconut oil 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Wash and scrub potatoes leaving the skins...

Kale is a great source of calcium. Calcium is a mineral that your body needs to maintain good health. When you cook with foods that contain calcium, calcium is not lost in the cooking process....

Looking for dish a  dish that is a crowd pleaser? This  potato dish works well as a starter to a meal or as a super side dish. You’ll Need 6 medium potatoes scrubbed 2 Tablespoons onion; minced 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Pinch of salt...