Recipezaar: Lighter Fare,Pasta, Rice & Grains recipes

Toddler Tuna Sammi W/ Mini Farfalle

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:16:55 -0500

This recipe is so easy and I created it today with random items we had. This is the recipe to make the Tuna sammi with Mini Farfalle with peas and spagetti sauce -- posted by Mastroianni

Acorn Squash With Barley and Apple Stuffing Recipe

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:22:11 -0500

A healthy vegetarian recipe that is great in the winter months. -- posted by Elizardbeth

Light Wheat, Vienna Style Bread

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:11:14 -0500

This is my take on Beth Hensperger's Vienna Bread for automatic bread machines. Vienna bread has a fascinating history, starting in Austria. The recipe was taken to Denmark in the 19th century and further developed there including use of steam to cook the loaves. It's really more like many of today's French breads. This recipe uses a sponge that sits overnight at room temperature to develop an improved flavor. I tested this bread with no sponge, a 4 hour sponge and an overnight sponge. The flavor is noticeably better with an overnight sponge. I've made this completely in a bread machine and using a mixer and baking it as an oblong loaf which is the traditional shape. Vienna Bread is usually made with bread flour and certainly bread flour can be used entirely for this recipe. -- posted by Red Apple Guy

Blue Corn and Blueberry Pancakes

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:55:51 -0500

These are great with Orange Maple Syrup. -- posted by pansregnig

Pasta With Tomato, Courgette and Garlic

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:30:29 -0500

A quick and easy pasta dish, great cold in lunch boxes or hot for a quick lunch or 20min tea. -- posted by Chef #1506855

Granny Cake 2

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:31:01 -0500

Slightly different variation of another on zaar... I'm sure they are both yummy! -- posted by MadewithLuv

Tortellini and Spinach Bake

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:43:42 -0500

from #96925, but adjusted for low fat and fat free ingredients. Make a healthy dinner, then add a good crusty whole grain bread and a bottle of red wine. -- posted by World's Greatest Junkman

Very Yummy Oatmeal Bars

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:46:08 -0500

Oatmeal Bars are high in protein and fiber. You can add a variety of items to change up flavor so they are never get boring. -- posted by Chef #1505582

Pasta Jambalaya

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 13:38:18 -0500

This was very good and easy to make. I used fat free cheese instead of what was called for so the points should be a little less. This is 5 points for those on the Weight Watchers diet. From the kitchen of Michele Harvey Thornburg, Moberly MO. -- posted by TLC-MO

Zucchini Soba Salad

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 10:52:51 -0500

from Andrea Meyers' blog - http://www.andreasrecipes.com/2009/08/28/zucchini-soba-salad/ -- posted by ellie3763

Beef Orzo and Rice

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 16:51:36 -0500

A quick dish you can make in less then a half hour -- posted by Erv Kosch

Tuna Noodle Salad

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:36:02 -0500

Very tasty. A lot of pasta salads like this are long on mayonnaise and short on flavor. This one is very satisfying. Using the oil may seem risky, but it's the secret behind the deep flavor. A summertime favorite. -- posted by Kimosabe

Low Fat Bran Muffins

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:52:48 -0500

from The Multiple Sclerosis Diet Book by Roy Laver Swank & Barbara Brewer. Started making these for my wife and I, but everyone loves them. -- posted by Bob Huskison

Wild Mushroom Orzo

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:29:21 -0500

This creamy, savory dish is prepared like a risotto. Any flavor chicken broth will do; I like the white wine and herb. -- posted by Whedonite

Rice Hotdish or Rice Casserole

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:39:02 -0500

An old recipe that my mother handed down to me. If you are from MN, casseroles are called "hotdish". This was served often at church get togethers. Use soy sauce as a condiment when eating. -- posted by Dissie

Pasta With Smothered Onion Sauce (Marcella Hazan)

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:36:33 -0500

This is an easy, delicious, and simple recipe from "Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking" by Marcella Hazan. You just mix all the ingredients on the stove and come back and hour later. The onions get meltingly soft and sweet. It'salso great with some crumbled blue cheese. If you use homemade pasta, which is more absorbent than spaghetti, you should start with 1 tbsp more butter when making the sauce. TO MAKE AHEAD : You can cook the sauce entirely in advance up to the point where you add the parsley. When you are nearly ready to toss with the pasta, reheat the sauce over medium heat and add the parsley just before draining the pasta. -- posted by blucoat

Chef Jon's White Bean, Chicken and Spinach Soup

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:43:31 -0500

This soup is a great crowd pleaser on a cold winter day. Easy to fix when you need to feed a crowd. Serve with warm garlic bread. Umm, Umm, Good -- posted by Chef Jon Wm.

Basic Brown Rice

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:44:55 -0500

This is just plain brown rice - I serve it with curries and stir frys as a healthier alternative to plain white rice. I don't remember any more where I got this recipe, but it has worked the best of any brown rice cooking directions that I have found. -- posted by Naal

Healthy, Fast, and Delicious Macaroni and Cheese With Vegetables

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:23:34 -0500

I love macaroni and cheese. It's homey, comforting, delicious, and versatile. I love this mac and cheese recipe because in addition to being cream and soul-satisfying as all mac and cheese should be, it is also incredibly easy to prepare and lower calorie. I have adapted the recipe from this New York Times recipe: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/15/health/healthspecial2/15recipekids-pasta.html -- posted by jo_mama

Low-Fat Pasta E Fagioli (Italian Pasta & Bean Soup)

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:21:29 -0500

A delicious, hearty, easy and healthy soup from the terrific cookbook, "Saved By Soup: More Than 100 Delicious Low-Fat Soups To Eat And Enjoy Every Day" by Judith Barrett. -- posted by blucoat

Perfect Oven-Baked Brown Rice

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:38:36 -0500

I got this one from "The Best Recipe" by Cook's Illustrated. It's a very easy way to make brown rice that comes out perfect every time. No more sticky, clumpy, waterlogged goop! This rice is tender and separate and delicious. Notice that the ratio of water to rice is much less than the oft-quoted 2 to 1. This is the key to this recipe, so make sure to measure carefully. -- posted by Billy Zac

Low Fat Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:04:40 -0500

Tasty low fat, high fiber pumpkin muffins -- posted by Brittta

Chicken, Kale & Feta Whole Wheat Pasta

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:10:16 -0500

Fairly healthy pasta dish -- posted by Erineight

Pineapple, Papaya, Mango Salsa over Jasmine Rice

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:22:10 -0500

This is great served with any seafood dish and especially with my Recipe #407262. I happen to like jasmine rice, but any rice that you like will work for this. It is also excellent with Mexican or spicy dishes or even just topped on some grilled chicken. It is so versatile. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Sweet Rice Salad

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:22:31 -0500

My mother has made the sweet rice ever since I was young (a long, long time ago). We loved it but years ago I started adding cool whip and fruit cocktail to it for a dessert salad. Lately I've been adding cool whip and a box of frozen raspberries in syrup instead of the fruit cocktail, which we like better. -- posted by Connie Lea

Stuffing Bake

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:35:51 -0500

I went to a Christmas dinner and this dish was served, but the cook left before I could get the recipe. This is what I came up with to replicate it and it is very close. Makes a lovely side dish for pork, chicken or turkey. -- posted by 2SpiceItUp

Arrabiata Penne

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:52:43 -0500

A delightfully simple pasta dish with loads of flavour and more than a hint of chilli which blends so well with the tomato. Served with a generous sprinkling of parmesan cheese, crusty bread and accompanied with a nice glass of red wine. Its a meal to linger over. -- posted by JoyfulCook

Chipotle Mexican Grill Basmati Rice

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 11:10:07 -0500

Recipe is from copykat.com. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Pasta With Wild Mushroom Persillade

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 08:53:52 -0500

In 'Pasta' by Eric Treuille and Anna Del Conte -- posted by ratherbeswimmin'

Chickpea and Pasta Soup

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:15:20 -0500

From 1001 Best Slow Cooker Recipes -- posted by dicentra

Homemade Egg Noodles

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 13:49:25 -0500

There is nothing better in soup than homemade noodles. I always make these for my recipe#407608. It's so easy anybody can do it! -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Chicken Noodle Soup over Mashed Potatoes

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 15:11:10 -0500

If you haven't tried chicken noodle soup over mashed potatoes, I am sorry! You will never go back. It makes a creamy, delicious meal. I always make my recipe #407601 they really make a difference in the soup, 1 1/2 this recipe as you need more noodles. I also use recipe#404067 for the potatoes, cut back a bit on the butter and milk when using in soup because all the liquid already gives it great flavor. Enjoy! -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Low Calorie Crunchy Oat-Less Granola

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:46:23 -0500

Great for the calorie counting folks, this is a wonderful base recipe for creating your very own crunchy granola-like mix! This recipe makes 2 cups of granola for only 300 calories! It is also high in fiber, and almost fat free! -- posted by tinatinatina

Simple Free Gluten Free Rice Waffles

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:43:12 -0500

got this from a friend at work. Can't get any easier. -- posted by weekend cooker

Raisin Walnut Wheat Bread

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:40:20 -0500

A braided loaf, this is one of the more delicious breads I've made. It's a Bernard Clayton recipe, modified with 50% whole wheat flour. Excellent for breakfast. I don't ice the loaf. -- posted by Red Apple Guy

Robyn's Perogie Dough

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:03:27 -0500

My niece is in catering and this is her recipe. It is ABSOLUTELY the BEST perogie dough I have ever tried! -- posted by Northern_Reflectionz

Turkey Tetrazzini

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:54:22 -0500

This casserole is an American pasta dish that includes a cream sauce, mushrooms, and either chicken, turkey, you can use seafood. It is thought to have been invented in San Francisco and named after the famous opera singer of the early 1900s, Luisa Tetrazzini. A great dish to make using Thanksgiving leftovers. A very flexible dish using what leftovers you have. -- posted by ~Rita~

Couscous Tabbouleh

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:37:15 -0500

This is Martha Rose Schulman's recipe from the New York Times, slightly adapted. It is a great series of recipes that I love to use - check it out at the TImes' website. -- posted by Chef #669019

Savory Chicken

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:03:46 -0500

So good. Serve over hearty pasta with a good, crusty bread, and salad. The paprika adds a different flavor to a basically Italian dish. -- posted by Well-Aged Cooky

White Bean Salad With Bulgar Wheat

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:30:29 -0500

A lower fat dressing on this bean salad than on most -- posted by mandagirl

Chocolate Panini (Weight Watchers)

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:43:29 -0500

Craving a sweet treatf? This is a lightened up version of the chocolate panini using whole-grain bread. From the Jan/Feb Weight Watchers magazine. Points Value: 4 -- posted by Crafty Lady 13

Spinach Orzo

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:12:30 -0500

This is an easy side dish, it goes great with chicken breasts or pork tenderloin. -- posted by Shelly (Chef #837207)

Pasta Fresca With Basil

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:18:25 -0500

From Delightfully Healthmark. Serve this with a salad, whole wheat french bread, and fresh fruit for a quick and easy meal. -- posted by PolishRuski

Spicy Shrimp and Lobster Linguine

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:19:12 -0500

Don't know where this came from. Clipped it from a magazine years ago, and it's delicious and easy. I usually double the shrimp and skip the lobster, but I'm posting it as is. -- posted by Chef MB

Macaroni Cake

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:32:41 -0500

This is a replica of my grandma's recipe only tweaked a little since she didn't leave us an actual recipe. It's sorta a pudding/custard type dessert. Not too sweet and very creamy. It took me a few times to perfect it, but I am sure you will enjoy this Italian homemade specialty. Serve warm or cold. -- posted by Chef #1522934

Toasted Sesame Orzo

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:39:35 -0500

This is from "Treasury of Cooking Healthy." You can play with the amount of sesame seeds. -- posted by Ck2plz

Tex-Mex Rice from the Rio Grande Valley

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:42:45 -0500

This rice has been passed down in my family for at least four generations. The cumin is the key to this recipe. Use whole cumin, freshly ground. Ground cumin looses it's flavor quite rapidly. If you must use cumin purchased already ground, try throwing in an extra teaspoon. Also, this rice is cooked in a large skillet, rather than in a pot. -- posted by Chef #1522879

Crock Pot Cheesy Chicken and Rice

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:31:37 -0500

My wife made this for me and its great. She had this as her birthday meal while growing up. (I use the frozen, boneless, skinless chicken). -- posted by Chef JDecember28

Margherita Pasta

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:38:35 -0500

Got this from a friend of mine - not sure where she found it. -- posted by Skooch

Low Fat Pilaf With Currants and Cumin

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:41:02 -0500

This is a nice low fat rice option....and easy to make! -- posted by Miss V

Sweet and Simple Couscous With Fruit

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:25:12 -0500

I adapted this from a recipe I saw on Everyday Italian. My local WinCo carries "Tri-Color" or "Rainbow" couscous, which I like for the aesthetics. For fruit, any dried fruit will do, but I like to use a combination of dried cherries, cranberries, blueberries, apples, and apricots. The flavors work really well together, and--again--the aesthetics are very pleasing. With smaller fruits like blueberries and cranberries, you can leave them whole. This recipe tastes great--but uniquely different--both warm and cold. -- posted by Cookin' Cop

Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:11:57 -0500

This is a wonderful Barley soup made in the Slow cooker, but using the microwave to have in ready in 3 hours. Feel free to add any other vegetables that are available. As you can see no need for oil or butter. -- posted by Sage

White Bread Gone Whole Wheat

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:00:27 -0500

An AWESOME White Bread Loaf that has the rise and delicate texture of White Bread, but the nutritional fortification of WHOLE WHEAT. Have no guilt with this white bread... -- posted by Nut4Health

Asian Ratatouille With Couscous

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:01:13 -0500

I served this flavorful side dish with Recipe #408963 at a dinner party. It plated up so elegantly. This is a Ming Tsai recipe that was prepared on the Today show that I just had to try. -- posted by CarolAT

Semolina Pasta Dough

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:13:30 -0500

We make this pasta dough and it turns out perfectly every time. We use the food processor for the dough and a manual crank pasta machine for the noodles. Start to finish our pasta is done in less than 15 min and ready to cook! -- posted by Cooputo

Garlic Scallops With Angel Hair Pasta

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:21:46 -0500

Fast, weeknight meal. -- posted by Katanashrp

The Easiest Hot Sausage & Kidney Beans With Rice

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:25:01 -0500

This is my go-to, super-easy weeknight dinner. Hot Links, canned kidney beans, onions, peppers, and jar salsa...doesn't get any simpler than that! This recipe allows for mindless "slap it together" nights or nights when you want to take a little more effort and make it *really* yummy! -- posted by firealarmqueen

Curry Rice

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:37:26 -0500

This is a stable at our house and the rice compliments a wide range of meat and chicken recipes. The curry mellows and the rice is not spicy at all. -- posted by Deantini

Classic Rice Pudding

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 06:12:34 -0500

From Super Food Ideas Magazine -- posted by katew

Angel Hair Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Goat Cheese

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:13:08 -0500

Absolutely delicious... and addictive. I've been known to eat all of mine, plus the portions set aside as leftovers. Thank God for gyms! **NOTE** Sun-dried tomato oil is the oil that comes in the jar of sun-dried tomatoes. -- posted by dripdripsplat

Starbucks Pumpkin Bread

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:34:11 -0500

My favorite pumpkin bread came from Starbucks, after much effort and a LOT of determination, here's my copy. I use Splenda for the sugar, and I use Egg Beaters for the eggs. Trying to be a little healthier!! -- posted by HailFoodies

Elegant Almond Rice Salad

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:17:12 -0500

This is an elegant and excellent salad to take to a Potluck. Its taste is wonderful. Enjoy it. -- posted by pinky kookie

Chicken With Butternut Squash

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:01:05 -0500

I found a fabulous recipe here recipe#397055 but sadly it did not fit into my diet. So I went to work to see if I could keep the same wonderful flavor while making the recipe a bit healthier! Thank you Texas Ladybug for sharing your fabulous recipe#397055! I give all credit to you! -- posted by mama's kitchen

Black Bean Soup

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:29:12 -0500

A recipe from Guilt Free Cooking from Taste of Home. I made it for my boyfriend. The taste is wonderful and it's very filling. Also low-fat and can be done in 20 minutes. -- posted by Boomette

Honey Chicken Macaroni With Cheese

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:20:02 -0500

I got this recipe off of a whole wheat pasta box many years ago, a nice twist on pasta with chicken. It is easy to prepared early and bake later. -- posted by MuShell

Ww Spinach Fettuccine With Salmon in a Creamy Sauce

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:19:33 -0500

POINTS® Value: 7 Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 20 min Cooking Time: 6 min Level of Difficulty: Easy Low-fat yogurt is the secret to keeping this pasta sauce rich and creamy, but healthier without all that fat. Just think of all the possibilities for lightening up Italian fare! -- posted by Kiki-kins

Garlic Prawn Pasta

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:11:09 -0500

Months of trial and error have created the best ! Pasta ! Ever ! For lovers of garlic. -- posted by Dipps

Tuscan-Style Pasta With Cannellini

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:27:49 -0500

Pasta is the perfect partner for nutrient-rich vegetables. High in fiber, this Tuscan-style pasta dish is gently tossed with a vegetable trio fresh escarole and flavorful, canned cannellini beans and tomatoes. -- posted by Chef #1365024

Flax and Mango Cold Soup

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:13:04 -0500

Easily prepared nuritious soup -- posted by yewoinfamilycooking

Easy Italian Pasta Bake

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:31:37 -0500

Here is another quick and easy dinner for those nights when everyone is in a hurry - simply delicious!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Pasta Shells With Broccoli & Anchovies

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:00:36 -0500

A quick, tasty pasta dish that is low fat and a good source of vitamin C and folic acid too. -- posted by English_Rose

Savoury Protein Pancakes

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:59:40 -0500

After discovering a basic protein pancake recipe on this website, I decided to experiment with some of the ingredients. Great as a snack, hot or cold! I hope you like this as a variation as much as I do! -- posted by Chef #1534043

Ginger Fried Rice

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:05:05 -0500

This looked awfully good, simple, almost perfect! I made this last night and my BF and I were very pleased with the outcome. If possible, use leftover rice as fresh rice will be too moist. Leftover rice from Chinese takeout works well too. After making the dish the amount of garlic didn't seem excessive to me, but use your judgment. Courtesy of Mark Bittman, the minimalist, from today's version of the New York Times. I reduced the oil as it seemed excessive. Use 1/2 cup if you'd prefer. For a vegan dish, omit the eggs. Originally from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Fried Rice

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:19:49 -0500

Traditional Fried Rice -- posted by Chef #672329

Solo Chicken Mushroom Pilaf

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:03:52 -0500

There is usually just enough flavorful liquid in the final dish to prompt me to eat this with a spoon. The natural flavoring of the mushrooms is similar to MSG and when paired with the sweetness of sauted onions, that was enough flavor for me. However Cooking is a Creative Sport, so feel free to add spices. -- posted by Bill Hilbrich

No-Salt White Bread

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:34:56 -0500

Very simple white bread recipe for breadmaker (if you're clever you can adapt for oven!) Whole wheat flour could be substituted. This is originally a medieval Tuscan recipe, created by peasants who couldn't afford the high taxes on salt. Perfect for those of us on low-sodium diets! -- posted by JennyMidget

Broccoli & Rice Casserole (Toddler Favorites)

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:05:50 -0500

Simply steamed, Broccoli is a perfect finger food. While broccoli is terrific, broccoli and rice casserole is an example of what can be done with pureed broccoli. Its a favorite with my Toddler, and husband. -- posted by Kamden & Alyssas Mommy

Mexican Rice-Cooker Rice

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:30:01 -0500

A modification on my Spanish Rice-Cooker Rice -- posted by strawberrybird

Barley and Black Bean Salad

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:39:03 -0500

This is from Cooking Light. For an extra kick, substitute 1 finely chopped poblano chili pepper for the green bell pepper and add the red pepper. -- posted by Matt & Aimee

Mushroom & Tomato Rice

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:59:38 -0500

Great cheap food for poor students -- posted by kungphu

Noodles Bravo

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:31:09 -0500

From my collection of old recipes. -- posted by CJAY

Rice Pilaf Ala Nando

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:17:38 -0500

This rice pilaf recipe captures the spirit and a reasonable approximation of Nando's outstanding Peri Peri Rice. It goes brilliantly with any spicy chicken dish and always gets the compliments when I cook for others. If you have a favourite way of preparing pilaf, just skip ahead to the seasoning and proceed. Omit the onion for a more directly Nando's experience. -- posted by Jeff #631750

Broccoli Carrot Rice Stir-Fry

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:24:35 -0500

A light lovely side -- posted by Abba Gimel

Caramelized Onion Risotto

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:34:53 -0500

Simple yet elegant caramelized onion risotto. From <a href="http://fakeginger.com">Fake Ginger</a>. -- posted by fakeginger

Cheese Tortellini With Corn Scallion Sauce

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:11:38 -0500

From Food editor Joe Yonan. The recipe for corn broth is found here - recipe #385482. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Barley and Buttermilk Soup

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:10:20 -0500

This can be made vegetarian by using olive oil and vegetable broth. Adapted from a recipe at http://community.livejournal.com/what_a_crock/790512.html -- posted by DrGaellon

Wholesome Pancakes

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:09:51 -0500

whole grain -- posted by Chef #1541406

Quick Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:47:22 -0500

Another quick and easy - not to mention delicious!! - meal for 4 - -- posted by Chef mariajane

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:28:08 -0500

Chicken, broccoli, snap peas, and cashews in a stir-fry -- posted by Chef #1267176

Crock Pot Beef Teriyaki

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:59:30 -0500

This recipe is so simple & delicious. -- posted by Nasseh

Uyghur Polo (Pilaf)

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:53:02 -0500

Polo (a Central Asian variant on the word pilaf) is a food staple found across Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and parts of northwestern China. The different peoples of each region have their own takes, and their own flavors, for the recipe. This recipe is for Uyghur polo, the variant of the dish found in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Uyghur food is on the whole closer in taste to Indian, Persian, or Mediterranean food than it is to conventional Chinese food. I credit this recipe to my Uyghur language instructor. The recipe can be a challenge to cook correctly at first, but the challenge will prove well worth the effort because it is absolutely delicious. -- posted by mpevans

Super Quick Tomato Basil Cream Pasta (Vegan!!)

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:23:36 -0500

I made this tonight and it is super delicious!! I found this recipe on veganyumyum.com and here is her description: "When its summer, I cant get enough of recipes that use up fresh tomatoes and basil. But no matter what time of year, Im always down with quick recipes. You can make this sauce in the time it takes to boil the pasta. My whole wheat pasta cooks in 9 minutes, so this simple sauce makes a 9 minute summer meal thats hard to beat." -- posted by SPrins

Mommom Faiella's Italian Sausage Scallopini

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:10:45 -0500

The aroma of the herbs and mushrooms cooking on the stove will be very pleasant to your senses. This is almost straight out of my grandmother's recipe book. The only changes my mother made to this recipe were to substitute canned mushrooms with fresh mushrooms and to add a bit more seasonings. -- posted by The Foodgitive

Mother's Always Right Stuffed Peppers

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:20:14 -0500

Be warned, listen to my mother- when she says to be careful with the peppers when straining because they may fall apart, it means be careful with the peppers when straining because they may fall apart. I broke 2 out of 3 peppers because of my lack of direction following. I had to use the broken peppers and cut them in half, laying the filling on the top. -- posted by The Foodgitive

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca, Italian Style

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:00:41 -0500

I first was introduced to this recipe when I was reading the book, "Belong to Me", when the main character "would have sold her soul" for a plate of this. I had to do further research and hours later, found a recipe that I was happy with sharing. There are American versions of this and Italian versions of this. The Italian version has you begin by reducing the anchovies into a paste, reducing their fishy taste. It also has you cook the sauce longer, mingling the flavours and reducing the tomatoes into their own paste. Although excellent the 1st day, it is even better the second so plan ahead to make more! And please, RESIST the urge to cover this with cheese! Italians customarily do not use cheese in this dish; the cheese overwhelms the sauce and makes the anchovies more pronounced, unbalancing all the delicate flavours you just worked so hard to create. -- posted by The_Swedish_Chef

Chicken and Mushroom Soup

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:12:32 -0500

Thick and hearty. Adapted from a recipe at allrecipes.com. -- posted by DrGaellon

Gingered Chicken and Fried Rice

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:30:52 -0500

Quick, easy and inexpensive. This is made with chicken drumsticks and cooked rice. From BHG. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Good Ol' Aussie Damper Bread

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:02:04 -0500

I made this on Australia Day this year (26th Jan) and it was absolutely beautiful. Quick and easy. Only thing I would say is keep an eye on it when in oven as it didn't take as long as recipe said. -- posted by Jamie Oliver wannabe

Foolproof Baked Brown Rice

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:21:04 -0500

I got so tired of doing brown rice on the stovetop -- messes from sputtery lidsz and boil-overs, burnt or stuck rice in the pot. But I really didn't want another appliance (rice cooker)... But this method is GREAT and foolproof! NO MESS, easy and you don't hav to watch like a hawk. I'm sure this would work for any kind of rice, but you'd have to adjust time and the amount of water. I'll never do brown rice on the stovvetop again! -- posted by Meredith K.

Goulash

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:41:52 -0500

It's not exactly "Hungarian" but it is rather tasty.:) -- posted by Cactuscat