I feel for Mark Twain. At the mention of cauliflower food writers inevitably blast the literary icon for his slandering the veggie as “nothing but cabbage with a college education.” Surely he didn’t mean to disparage the snowy white heads. When roasted, cauliflower is transformed into an elegant, sweet and tender side dish – a truly brilliant veggie with a Phd in Gastronomy.
Read MoreLooking for the ultimate one-dish meal that’s ready in a snap? You’ve found it with this easy Vegetable Fried Rice, a healthy spin on the Chinese food takeout classic.
Read MoreWe're getting everyone to eat their veggies with this fast, easy and super delicious Brussels Sprout and Kale Salad. This foolproof salad is full of shredded sprouts, chopped baby kale, Parmesan cheese and roasted almonds, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Talk about a power-packed forkful.
Read MoreHow do you get everyone to say 'Mamma Mia' with each bite? Simply whip up this quick and easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta, fusilli coated in a creamy (yet cream-free) pesto-like sauce of roasted red pepper, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, almonds and olive oil. Mixed with fresh green peas and topped with ricotta and basil, who could resist?
Read MoreWhen does out-of-the-box thinking pay off? When it comes to this Macaroni and Cheese recipe, the easiest, cheesiest way to cook up the ultimate comfort food. To get the creamiest noodles, we melt everything together on the stove, transfer the cheesy mixture to a baking dish and finish it in the oven with a tasty golden cover of crunchy breadcrumbs.
Read MoreIn case you didn't notice, we're huge fans of Italian food. Spaghetti is the cure to almost all of my woes and Lisa is my recipe doctor. But if you're a recovering "Carbie Barbie" like me and think it's impastable to curb your spaghetti cravings, then we have good news for you - thanks to this delicious recipe you don't have to. Tossed in a simple yet delicious sauce of tangy tomatoes, fresh garlic and zesty red pepper flakes, our Zucchini Noodles with Marinara Sauce will hit the spot without hurting your carb allowance for the day. Mangia!
Read MoreThink a salad can't be satisfying? Think again. This Wheat Berry and Wild Rice Salad recipe will satisfy any appetite. Healthy, slightly nutty and chewy wheat berries are combined with wild rice, crunchy apples, tart cranberries, creamy feta cheese and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a citrus vinaigrette.
Read MoreCaesar salad is a staple on restaurant menus across the country, but we've yet to find one as perfectly blended as this one - crisp romaine is tossed with creamy dressing, crunchy croutons and premium Parmesan. All hail Caesar!
Read MoreBy revealing this sweet, raisin-loaded noodle pudding we’re breaking an unspoken code held by generations of Jewish women – you can kibitz about Auntie’s moustache, kvetch about cousin ’s wet kisses, but, under no circumstances should you be a yenta about your secret noodle pudding recipe. We’re taking a risk, but we think the public has a right to know.
Read MoreAmong the mahogany walls and dirty martinis, something great is happening in swanky steak-houses across the nation...carnivores are eating spinach. A simple side dish that seems healthy next to fried hash browns and marbled rib-eyes, the overly creamy restaurant version is still too flaccid and watery for our taste. Using whipped cream cheese, our easy, silky smooth spinach brings home all the taste of the upscale steakhouse without the $15 side-dish robbery and the velvet banquettes.
Read MoreWith a nutty flavor and soft yet crunchy texture, farro delivers fiber, nutrients and protein, and is especially delicious when combined with juicy tomatoes, leafy spinach and grilled zucchini, tossed in a zesty balsamic dressing.
Read MoreWhat do you get when you take warm baked falafel balls, pair them with crunchy veggies and smother them in a creamy, tangy dressing? This delicious Falafel Salad Bowl. With the help of little pickled gherkins that pack a tart and flavourful bite, this hearty and healthy salad is supremely satisfying.
Read MoreLooking for the perfect lunch recipe? This Israeli Couscous Salad with Roasted Vegetables delivers the best bites, full of chewy and nutty couscous, sweet roasted vegetables, tangy Feta and fresh herbs.
Did you know that watermelon isn't just for dessert? The sweet and juicy fruit is also perfect in salads, especially in this fresh and fantastic Watermelon and Arugula Salad, a tasty combination of watermelon chunks, creamy goat cheese, peppery arugula and honey-roasted walnuts, all tossed in a zingy citrus dressing.
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