PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 7 x ¾-cup servings Adding fennel to your regular mashed potato dish will impart a unique tang a delicious and nutritious way to jazz up this popular side! 2 lbs (908 g) Yukon gold potatoes, cut into large chunks 1 small or...
Mom’s Holiday Sauerkraut
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings Most kids look forward to holiday meals because of the main course and the dessert. I didn't, though! I've always been a fan of vegetables, especially pickled vegetables, and my mom's kraut has always...
Wild Rice and Lentil Terrine
PREP: 50 minutes | COOK: 35-40 minutes | YIELD: 9 servings The combination of rice and lentils creates a complete protein. This means all of the essential amino acids your body needs to build protein are present. 1 cup (240 ml) wild rice 1 cup (240 ml) green lentils...
Parisian Lentils with Roasted Scallions
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 25 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings If you have any of my other books, chances are you've heard me mention Puy lentils. These lentils are grown in the volcanic soils of the Auvergne region of France, and are considered the finest lentils...
Roasted Cauliflower and Leek Soup
PREP: 25 minutes | COOK: 35 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings Yum! That's all I can say. This soup is absolutely delicious. Best of all, it has a spicy kick that warms you through and through. 1 head cauliflower, cut into large bite-sized pieces 3 leeks, white and...
Broccoli Potato Gratin
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings The addition of broccoli takes this classic French dish to a whole new and Clean level. Bon appetit! 1 lb (454 g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces ½ cup (120 ml) nonfat Greek yogurt ½...
Wine and Shallot Brussels Sprouts
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 4 x ¾-cup servings Brussels sprouts are an acquired taste for some new Eat-Clean Diet followers, but once you've tried this recipe, you'll never look back. Cooking Brussels sprouts with wine and shallots gives them an...
Cream of Fennel and Parsnip Soup
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 33-38 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings The slight sweetness of parsnip and mild licorice flavor of fennel are kept in check with the pungent tang of leeks and garlic. This warm and comforting winter soup will definitely be a welcome...
Elegant Mushroom Gravy
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...
Baked Acorn Squash with Masala Spices
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 60 minutes | YIELD: 2 servings The addition of garam masala gives an exotic twist to this classic side. I'm willing to bet this recipe will become one of your new holiday favorites! 1 acorn squash 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1/8 tsp...
Zesty Cranberry-Berry Sauce
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 6 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ¼-cup servings No holiday table is complete without this key condiment. If you have any left over (and that's a big if), try mixing it with yogurt and granola for a delicious breakfast treat. 10 oz (280 g) fresh or...
Roasted Pear and Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 4 x 1-cup servings Isn't your mouth watering after just reading the title of this one? This salad is beauty on a plate! Between perfectly roasted pears and spectacularly spiced pecans your taste buds will be taken to a...












