PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 3½ cups Since this is a special occasion holiday meal, it deserves a special gravy. The wine adds depth, and you can choose red wine for a richer flavor or white wine to make it lighter. Or just use whatever wine you might…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 6 minutes | YIELD: 4 pizzas Pizza is the ultimate fast food. But, in most cases, it’s also the ultimate fat food. You can make a healthier version using the ingredients listed here in the time it takes you to order a regular pizza and…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 8 to 10 minutes | YIELD: 5 x 1-cup servings Orzo is the Italian word for barley. In the past, this rice-sized pasta was made from barley. Nowadays, it is made from wheat semolina. It is a light pasta option that pairs well with tons of…
PREP: 20 minutes + overnight soaking of beans | COOK: 1 hour 40 minutes | YIELD: 5 x 1-cup servings The black beans in this side dish not only impart a satisfying texture but they also pair perfectly with the bold Cuban spices. Onions and bell peppers add a crunch to…
PREP: 5 minutes | COOK: 10 minutes | YIELD: 4 x ½-cup servings This watercress is not your typical side dish of greens. In fact, it has a peppery kick that will wake you up and keep you reaching for another spoonful to accompany your meal. Enjoy! 1 small russet…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 10-15 minutes | YIELD: 6 x ½-cup servings Mushrooms! Hearty, delicious and totally aromatic. Enough said! 1 lb (454 g) mixed exotic mushrooms, such as black trumpet, oyster and porcini, brushed clean and cut or pulled apart into large…
PREP: 60 minutes | COOK: 15-20 minutes | YIELD: 8 slices These may seem like unlikely toppings for a pizza, but the combination is pure heaven, and it will make you feel like you’re eating something truly gourmet. 1½ lbs (680 g) whole wheat pizza dough (store…
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 10-12 minutes | YIELD: 48 chips Clean corn chips? Enough said! This perfectly tasty snack packs a sassy kick that will keep your guests grabbing for just one more handful! 8 whole grain blue corn tortillas (6 inches in diameter) Eat-Clean…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 2½ cups Like hummus, this spread is based on chickpeas a hearty legume high in protein and starch. Throw in some truly Moroccan ingredients, like cumin and turmeric, and you’ve got yourself a tasty spread that’s…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 45-50 minutes | YIELD: 20 squares This flavorful and unique appetizer is likely to become the life of your next party. Plus, it’s perfect for gluten-free guests! COCONUT CASHEW DIPPING SAUCE ½ cup (120 ml) reduced-fat coconut milk 1 Tbsp…
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 2 cups It’s a dip! It’s a spread! It’s also my daughter Rachel’s favorite food. Whenever I serve it at family gatherings, she gobbles it right up. This recipe is her new favorite because it boasts…
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 5-10 minutes | YIELD: 2½ cups tomato and avocado mixture At my house, bruschetta is a definite family favorite. We love the contrasting textures of the juicy tomatoes and crispy bread. This recipe also includes some velvety avocado for a more…