Stuffed Mushrooms
Need a delicious and easy to prepare appetizer? These stuffed mushrooms are a sure hit! You’ll Need 6 Tablespoons butter 2 pounds medium fresh mushrooms, stems removed (save stems) 1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese 1 (4 ounce) package goat cheese crumbles 2 Tablespoons finely chopped onion 1/2 cup...
Chocolate Truffles
Looking for a special gift for that special someone? Make some chocolate truffles for them! Truffles: 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (or another) 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter 1 pound dark or bittersweet chocolate, cut into small pieces Coating: 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/8 cup confectioner’s...
Veggie Couscous
You’ll Need: 1 ¼ cups water or chicken broth 2 Tablespoons butter 1 cup couscous Salt Pepper 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans 2 small zucchinis, thinly sliced Directions Bring the water or broth to a boil Add the butter, couscous, salt and pepper, garbanzo beans and zucchini. Stir and...
Cilantro and Carrot Rice
This recipe works well to complement some grilled shrimp or fish. You’ll Need 3 Tablespoons butter 4 medium carrots, peeled, chopped 2 large red bell peppers, chopped 1 cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups long-grain white rice 6 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth ½ cup...
Spicy Collard Greens
Collards are a super food, and are a great source of vitamins A, and C, calcium and cholesterol. This recipe is easy to make and is super flavorful! You’ll Need 1 pound collard greens 2 cups vegetable stock ½ teaspoon dried basil 2 teaspoons olive oil ¾ cup onion, chopped...
Potato Pancakes
Enjoy mashed potatoes as a side one night, and make sure to make extra to enjoy as potato pancakes another day. You’ll Need 2 cups mashed potatoes 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour, or all-purpose flour 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 egg 3/4 to 1 teaspoon salt...
Cauliflower with Mustard Sauce
A unique and easy side dish to make to complement some grilled or baked fish. You’ll Need 1 medium cauliflower 1/2 cup whipping cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise Salt to taste 1 ½ Tablespoons Dijon mustard ½ lemon (juice only) Paprika Directions Remove the stem and leaves from the cauliflower. Steam...
Spiced up Grits
A perfect side dish to complement a variety of meals. You’ll Need ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ½ cup green onions, sliced 2 Serrano chilies, deseeded and chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 ½ cups milk 1 ½ cups water ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper ¾ cup white...
Whipped Cream
Ingredients 1/2 cup heavy cream (or heavy whipping cream) 1/2 tablespoon sugar Directions Chill whisk or electric beater and bowl for about 15 minutes in freezer. This is optional but can help speed up the whipping process and leads to a light whipped cream. Place cream and sugar in...
Mediterranean Celery
The combinations of ingredients in this dish work wonderfully together. This dish makes a nice complement to grilled fish. You’ll Need 8 stalks celery (about 1 pound) ¼ cup sliced olives of choice ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 ½...
Pomegranate Carrot Salad
This is a unique salad that incorporates fruits and veggies and also makes a nice complement to a variety of meals. You’ll Need 4 medium carrots, shredded 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds 1 Tablespoon scallions, chopped 3 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions...
Garlic Green Beans
Green beans are a blank palate. Jazz them up; this one is bursting with flavor. You’ll Need 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tablespoon red-wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Directions Steam beans for 5 to...