Ingredients 1 pound pinto beans (dry) 10 cups water 2 plantains (medium, finely chopped) 1 tomato (large, finely chopped) 1 red pepper (small, finely chopped) 1 white onion (medium, finely chopped) 3 garlic clove (finely chopped) 1 1/2 teaspoons salt…
Carrots give this traditional oatmeal and raisin cookie a colorful and tasty twist.
This easy and healthy side salad has a sweet and tangy flavor. Make it ahead of time and serve it chilled.
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion (small, chopped) 4 plum tomatoes (chopped, from a can) 1/2 cup tomato juice (from a can) 6 carrots (large, peeled and sliced) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon sugar 2…
Chili and spice seasoning give this seafood stew a punch of flavor. Serve it with brown rice for added whole grains.
Ingredients 1 pound whole wheat pasta shells 8 cups water 2 cups chopped cauliflower 1 1/2 cups milk, non-fat 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 cup flour 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup cheese, low-fat Directions Wash hands with soap and…
Ingredients 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese 3 tablespoons fat-free cream cheese 1/2 cup fat-free yogurt (plain) 4 dried apricots 4 dried figs or dates 1/4 cup pecans 8 stalks celery Directions Chop dried fruit and pecans. Mix blue cheese, cream…
Ingredients 2 cups brussels sprouts (or broccoli, cabbage, kale, collards, or turnips) 1/2 cup chicken broth, low-sodium 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon brown mustard (spicy) 1/2 teaspoon thyme (dried) 1/2 cup mushroom (sliced) Directions 1. Trim brussels sprouts and…
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups water 1 cup bulgur (coarse, available in bulk from natural foods stores) 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/3 tablespoon minced onion 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/2 cup scallions (chopped, green onions) 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup carrot…
Designed with kids in mind, this recipe puts a new spin on snacktime. Try different vegetables or dried fruit for a different looking "butterfly".