Recipezaar: Californian,Healthy recipes

Border Potato Salad

Mon, 01 Jul 2002 18:44:49 -0400

This is an adapation of a recipe which appeared in Cooking Light magazine. Cooking time includes time to refrigerate ingredients and meld flavors. -- posted by James Craig

Yogurt Pops

Mon, 01 Jul 2002 18:51:51 -0400

Eat all you want of these creamy, delicious treats. If the kids don't beat you to them! -- posted by MizzNezz

Fresh Tomato And Cucumber Salad

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:45:43 -0400

This is a very fresh and crisp salad. -- posted by MizzNezz

Raspberry Sauce

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:54:58 -0400

This is good over ice-cream, or on pancakes. We find a lot of uses for this! -- posted by MizzNezz

Melon Bowl

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:57:10 -0400

Everyone raves about this when I take it to a party. It's cool and refreshing. -- posted by Honeydo

plum sorbet

Thu, 11 Jul 2002 19:45:11 -0400

This is a really great summertime dessert to serve at a dinner party. -- posted by Jackie Perez

Wine Cooler

Sat, 27 Jul 2002 00:37:01 -0400

A refreshing quencher. -- posted by Sue L

Sesame Zucchini

Mon, 29 Jul 2002 19:47:58 -0400

This is the BEST way to fix zucchini! -- posted by MizzNezz

Lennie and Donna's Souper Rice Curry

Wed, 07 Aug 2002 20:35:29 -0400

Lennie gave me this great recipe idea, I just added curry. It really came out creamy and delicious! -- posted by Donna

Chicken With Cumin And Hot Citrus Salsa

Fri, 09 Aug 2002 00:12:51 -0400

This is a recipe I save for special occasions. My husband loves it for his birthday dinner. You can adjust the heat to your taste. This was a prizewinning recipe from Better Homes And Gardens for 1993. Very easy and quick. -- posted by MizzNezz

Raspberry Banana Smoothie

Fri, 09 Aug 2002 00:24:48 -0400

Quick and nutritious. -- posted by MizzNezz

Pasta With Artichoke Sauce

Fri, 09 Aug 2002 00:39:29 -0400

I found this recipe from Bon Appetit Too Busy to Cook cookbook. I have not made this particular dish, but it looks easy and fast and good. -- posted by Miss Annie

Scalloped Tomatoes and Artichokes

Mon, 12 Aug 2002 19:21:26 -0400

A light summer side dish. This is also very good with fresh summer tomatoes instead of canned. -- posted by Miss Annie

Hot Salad (With Potatoes, Avocado, Tofu, Zucchini)

Fri, 23 Aug 2002 18:00:34 -0400

A delicious healthy salad that combines a regular cold salad with sizzling hot toppings! The variety of textures and flavors make this a top request from every single one of my friends! The recipe lends itself to throw cooking, as the number of guests has never been consistent for me. When in doubt- if all the toppings don't fit on top, serve the extras on the side - they're all stand-alones. -- posted by maesyn

Texas Apple Chutney

Mon, 26 Aug 2002 19:19:26 -0400

Here's a spicy, Texas-style version of apple chutney that is great on any grilled chicken, beef, or even fish. Excellent mix of hot and sweet. Prep time includes 1 hour in refrigerator. -- posted by Miss Annie

Quick Guacamole

Tue, 03 Sep 2002 17:53:35 -0400

A fast dip for tortillas. -- posted by MizzNezz

Apricot Punch

Wed, 04 Sep 2002 19:50:16 -0400

Punch for a crowd. Great fruity flavor. -- posted by MizzNezz

Pineapple Salsa

Thu, 19 Sep 2002 22:40:37 -0400

This salsa is teriffic over a sauted chicken breast half. Has a very good flavor. Cook time is for standing. -- posted by MizzNezz

Cinnamon Apple Crisps

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:45:44 -0400

Every year in the fall when it is picking season in Julian, CA, up in the mountains above where we live in La Mesa, CA, we go up and pick world class apples on the cheap and make dozens of apple recipes before they go bad on us. This is one of our favorites. -- posted by Clifford Boren

Strawberry Smoothie

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 21:46:36 -0400

This is VERY good!! -- posted by MizzNezz

Champagne Punch

Mon, 07 Oct 2002 22:09:32 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Breakfast Shake

Tue, 08 Oct 2002 22:08:12 -0400

This'll getcha going! -- posted by MizzNezz

Tommy's Hamburger Chili Sauce

Fri, 18 Oct 2002 22:10:52 -0400

This recipe is posted by request. Clone recipe by Todd Wilbur. Serve on burgers, or hot dogs I would think. -- posted by DiB's

Citrus Fruit Smoothies

Tue, 22 Oct 2002 22:10:24 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Quick Caribbean Pineapple Chicken

Fri, 25 Oct 2002 22:20:33 -0400

This is a quick adaptation of an old favorite. This looks like you spent a lot more time in front of your stove. Can be quite pretty to look at too! -- posted by Tish

Kumquat Jam-Microwave

Tue, 29 Oct 2002 22:11:13 -0500

This is a Sunset Recipe. Let me know how it is when you try it please. -- posted by DiB's

Green Rice

Fri, 13 Dec 2002 20:01:22 -0500

This recipe was found in the "Cooking Light" magazine. If you enjoy tomatillos, you will enjoy this. -- posted by James Craig

Chicken Verde

Wed, 18 Dec 2002 20:01:19 -0500

This is a recipe I have made for a number of years. I know there are similar recipes which use condensed soup (i.e. cream of chicken). I find the soup to salty for my taste. I decided to use the flour and chicken broth mixture and accenting the flavor with oregano. I have taken this to church potlucks with great success. My wife and I usually have 1 tortilla a piece with a salad. The remaining one will go to work with my wife the next day. -- posted by James Craig

99'er Mocktail

Sun, 22 Dec 2002 20:06:03 -0500

I do not know the servings of this. Sorry. It doesn't say but it looked very good for those of you who do not drink alcoholic beverages or for those who just aren't in the mood for a alcoholic beverage. -- posted by Gingerbear

Potato Skins With Parmesan

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:36:24 -0500

This is a very quick and easy side dish or appetizer. -- posted by SlipC

Steamed Fish and Vegetables for One

Mon, 13 Jan 2003 19:59:49 -0500

A light and tasty main dish, that is easy to prepare. It came from Taste of Home magazine subscriber Marilyn Newcomer of Menifee, CA. -- posted by Gramma Connie Verbeck

Low-Fat Orange Dessert Cups

Mon, 03 Feb 2003 20:04:53 -0500

-- posted by Gingerbear

Low-Fat Triple Fruit Pizza

Mon, 03 Feb 2003 20:05:11 -0500

-- posted by Gingerbear

California Crab Salad

Fri, 09 Apr 2004 20:00:39 -0400

Signature California ingredients and flavorful spices are the secret to this taste sensation I developed. I'm always asked to bring this to parties or family celebrations. -- posted by Picholine

San Francisco Vegetable Soup over Angel Hair Pasta

Sat, 01 May 2004 20:00:08 -0400

I found this recipe in a Pillbury Bake-Off Cookbook about 10 years ago. It's delicious, fairly quick to make, is low-cal and party perfect. -- posted by Trisha W

Erin's Crock Pot Cabbage Soup

Mon, 19 Jul 2004 19:59:52 -0400

I discovered this recipe when I ran out of food the day before my husbands payday little did I know it was already thought of. I only had a few things lying around and I conjured "erin's crock pot cabbage soup". I personally like this recipe because it's very filling and easy to cook. I hope you enjoy it as well. -- posted by AIRHEAD

Hamburgers Deluxe

Sat, 23 Oct 2004 19:59:51 -0400

I like this recipe because it is easy to make and creates a nutritious and delicious hamburger. This recipe comes from a low fat cookbook titled "Cookbook for the 90's". However, low fat does not mean it will taste any less. In fact everyone has raved at how good these hamburgers taste. -- posted by Cactus Arm

A Fresh Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup

Sun, 12 Dec 2004 20:00:54 -0500

I love tomatoes. I grew 20 different types of tomatoes this summer. I also went a little crazy with bell peppers. I came up with this recipe and boy is it good! Grill cheese sandwiches and soup, Oh my gosh! -- posted by Chef #poodles

Cherimoya Sherbet

Wed, 26 Jan 2005 20:02:17 -0500

I like that everything in this recipe is healthy, but it's definitely dessert. I got this recipe from a vendor at the farmer's market, but upon doing some research, I think it comes from a book called Tropical Fruit Cookbook, by Marilyn Rittenhouse Harris. This was only my second time tasting cherimoya. I tried using my blender for this, but it was kind of a mess; I would recommend the food processor if you have one. It does not call for an ice cream maker. "Cooking" time I have listed here is approximate freezing time, but your results may vary depending on the temperature of your freezer. -- posted by Nose

Chilled Orange & Tomato Soup

Wed, 30 Mar 2005 18:09:03 -0500

Just started making cold soup a few yrs ago when my dil made a wonderful cold apple soup. I was hooked! Have tried several combo's and had several flops, but this one is from a Woman's Day recipe that I tweaked some...its really tasty! Cooking time is actually chilling time -- posted by Happy Harry #2

Baja California Tofu Scramble

Tue, 19 Apr 2005 10:44:50 -0400

I've been trying to come up with a tofu breakfast that I really like. This uses the mexi-cali herbs and spices we often cooked with in LA. The veggies I used were the ones I had on hand, but diced sweet potato, carrots, nopales (if you have that on hand I envy you!), or a tablespoon or two of corn kernels or black beans would probably also be tasty. I tend to eyeball herbs and spices, so the measurements here are best guestimates-- add more or less to your own taste. -- posted by catwolf

Roasted Carrots & Asparagus With Sesame & Ginger

Mon, 18 Jul 2005 17:00:04 -0400

Very easy to make. Goes great with beef. -- posted by aspiring goumet

Salad Encino

Tue, 06 Sep 2005 18:29:20 -0400

This is a nostalgia salad, circa 1936. Actress Ann Dvorak served this salad to guests at her ranch in the Encino Community of Los Angeles. This simple salad is typical of that era. The recipe is adapted from the book: "What Actors Eat...When they Eat" by Rex Lease. I located the book at the Los Angeles Public Library in their rare book collection. -- posted by lynnski / LA

California Chicken Sandwich

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 18:52:53 -0400

This comes from an issue of Cooking Light, vintage 1990's. Add 3 guests, a fruit salad, bottle of Chardonnay and setttle in for a long lunch. -- posted by Martini Guy

Simpys Cabbage Rolls

Sun, 08 Jan 2006 19:17:35 -0500

This is a very simple very tasty dish. -- posted by Chef Broncodon

Raspberry Yogurt Shake

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 20:12:55 -0500

A nice versatile yogurt shake! Very simple to make and it tastes very good! -- posted by Manami

Broccoli With Red Pepper Sauce

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 12:39:27 -0500

A different way to serve broccoli and good, too. -- posted by Manami

Berry-Banana Peach Smoothie

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:26:16 -0500

This so verstile and easy! Use any combination so desired, for the nectars or/& the yogurts. -- posted by Manami

Avocado Hummus

Mon, 03 Apr 2006 15:14:22 -0400

This took me less then 5 minutes to throw together but it took an hour to chill. To put it on turkey sandwiches was given by TexasHurricane in her review. I think I found this on an Avocado web site. -- posted by Manami

Chilled Avocado Tomato Soup

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 20:45:07 -0400

A great summer soup. Similar to a gazpacho but simpler in taste. -- posted by Col B.

Healthy Grilled Chicken, Red Pepper, and Goat Cheese Sandwich

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 15:00:56 -0400

A delicious, quick, and easy meal that will impress your guests and yourself! -- posted by Chef #263148

High Fiber Low Calorie Bran Muffins

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 21:57:37 -0400

These are muffins from a health spa in California. There is NO added sugar. The sole purpose of these muffins is to increase your fiber intake without adding lots of calories to your diet. If you want a sweet/dessert snack, keep looking. These are very plain. -- posted by veggie_mama

Wait Family Pizza Dough (Bread Machine)

Sun, 24 Sep 2006 21:10:52 -0400

This is a fabulous recipe I got from my in-laws...DH and I contend that it's the best pizza dough we've ever tasted! We've also had friends agree - everyone who tries it loves it! *preparation time includes time in machine* *uncooked dough does not freeze well, but cooked pizza/calzones do!* -- posted by godsjoyfulkid

Sausage and Cornbread Pie

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 13:38:40 -0500

This is a very interesting recipe. I found this recipe in a cookbook for people with diabetes. My father has diabetes and he loves this recipe. -- posted by CollegeKid22

Simple Artichoke Soup

Sat, 13 Jan 2007 21:55:16 -0500

This soup is wonderful and quick to make for a meal starter. Also the best thing when you have a cold. A little spicy, a little citrusy. I've never measured when I make it so the oil, flour and spice amounts are estimates. If you want to make it lower fat you could just add some cornflower and water to the artichoke mix instead of using the flour and olive oil at the beginning (or if you want to make it thicker). This recipe can easily be doubled (and I usually do). Wonderful with toasted sourdough bread. -- posted by Sandy in California

Pea Soup--No Meat

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 22:36:05 -0500

Plain pea soup. Smoky flavor can be added with seasonings. -- posted by wklee

Herbed Brown Rice With Sautéed Vegetables

Tue, 29 May 2007 22:20:39 -0400

Quick, healthy, flavorful vegetarian dish. One of my summer staples. -- posted by blueyedwineaux

Parmesan Baked Fries

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 22:21:48 -0400

From Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello. I can't wait to eat them. Living in Napa, I often find it interesting as to what people consider to be "napa fare" -- posted by SVSOUZA

No-Bake Strawberry Pie With Chocolate Chunks

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 21:27:57 -0400

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is the source of this recipe which was originally on the Green Options blog. Use as many organic ingredients as you can! Best served within an hour or two of making it. The cooking time is actually the time in the fridge once made. -- posted by Missy Wombat

Wheat & Walnut Granola

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 21:30:28 -0400

Eat this crunchy cereal for breakfast and get your essential fats and protein, both which help keep your hunger at bay during a busy day! Feel free to add additional dried fruits. From the California Walnut folks. -- posted by Sharon123

Banana Black Bean Salad

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 23:38:43 -0400

A fresh/zippy salad that can be made well in advance and served with a dollop of sour cream and chives/parsley/cilantro as a garnish or alongside fish, rice or something else fun. Mango may be used in addition to or in place of the banana. I developed this recipe to combine the delicious flavors of Island and Latin food with Californian cuisene. -- posted by Food Snob in Israel

California Consomme

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 22:13:01 -0400

Simple and elegant. I found this on one of my Mother's recipe cards. I'm not sure if she made it up or found it in a cookbook. -- posted by Engrossed

Susan's Version of Skip & Go Naked

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 12:33:24 -0400

From Susan Branch's "Summer" book...what a great idea! This makes enough for two large drinks or four smaller ones if you just want to get a taste! -- posted by Debber

Hamburger Fennel Soup With Pasta

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 20:57:01 -0400

I love this soup. I made it up after visiting a local restaurant. Very kid friendly (cutting down on the red pepper for kids). Adult friendly with lots of red pepper. Could also add a can of beans of your choice. -- posted by Vic Conner

Morning Smoothies for Two

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 19:48:49 -0500

A great way to start the day or you could make it as an afternoon snack for an energy boost. This has it all: potassium from the banana, antioxidants from the blueberries, Vitamin A from the peaches, calcium from the yogurt and milk, and Omega-3s from the flax seed. Plus, you can make this all year long. If you want to make this a meal replacement, I suggest throwing in a granola bar! -- posted by KissKiss

Brandy Meyer Lemon Marmalade

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 18:55:54 -0500

Fabulous lemon marmalade with perfect balance of sweetness and sourness. The inspiration for this came from Gourmet Magazine. It is very important to remove foam and scum while cooking this marmalade to produce clarity to this marmalade. The pits work to jell this marmalade. This makes 3 pint size jars with a little leftover. Everything except the seeds are jarred (do not peel). Seeds are used for jelling only and later removed. This marmalade is for Meyer lemons. I have not tried this recipe with regular lemons. -- posted by Rinshinomori

Spicy Pumpkin Lunch Box

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:38:22 -0500

I made up this recipe recently because we've had a bumper crop of tiny pumpkins. They make a perfect meal for one all by themselves -- posted by Spicy Little Sister

Home Fries

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:14:47 -0500

I prepare these home fries in a two step process. I also use Ball's Cajun Seasoning or Lawry's seasoning depending on my mood.I found chilling them over night gives them a nice texture. I cook them in a 10 inch iron skillet. -- posted by farcus

Lemon Chicken Soup

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 22:54:32 -0400

A light and flavorful lemon check soup with fresh ingredients. Low Fat. I found this recipe on the Internet when I was looking for a Greek lemon soup recipe. I did not want a recipe that asked for egg yolks. I am posting the recipe with my revisions to the original. -- posted by Chef #804551

Super Veggie Salad With Creamy Almond Dressing

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:42:50 -0400

I just bought a 3 pound bag of almonds from Sam's club and this dressing is a wonderful way to use them! I hope you enjoy! This dressing thickens up after sitting for a few minutes, so you could actually use less oil(3/4 cup) and the rest water or maybe apple juice and it would be just as good and less calories! The dressing also makes a great dip! -- posted by Sharon123

Tibetan Mushrooms With Vegetables (Tse Sesha)

Tue, 06 May 2008 23:45:45 -0400

In Tibet, mushrooms are gathered in the wild for use as a low cost meat substitute. The favorite is Sesha, however since it's not readily available outside of Tibet, other varieties such as oyster mushrooms are used in this dish at the Lhasa Moon, a Tibetan Restaurant located in San Francisco. Shitake mushrooms are an especially good substitute. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Alotizzip Eggplant Soup

Mon, 12 May 2008 02:37:06 -0400

This is a favorite from my childhood. My mother found it in Sunset Magazine back in the late 70's and made it a winter staple. It's cheap, low in fat, and high in all the good stuff. Leftovers make great lunches during the following week. -- posted by Alotizzip73

Baja Fried Fish Tacos With Spicy Cabbage Slaw

Tue, 13 May 2008 18:37:53 -0400

I love these fish tacos. You can find them in many California areas. You can either order the fish grilled or fried and because I love deep fried food, it's always fried fish for me when ordering or making them. Besides the spicy cabbage slaw I also like to top the whole thing with mounds of salsa and taco sauce. Goes great with Pacifico! -- posted by Rinshinomori

Bullocks Tea Room/ Orange Rolls

Tue, 27 May 2008 23:36:56 -0400

The word "Bullocks" without an apostrophe was used only in the name of the Wilshire store, the most famous and popular of them all. Here you would find a line of people waiting for tables reaching from the tea room to the elevators. In 1983 customers would pay $100. for Easter baskets and order a half dozen. When they offered a Champagne and caviar tasting at $125.a head in '83 they packed the room. The Orange Roll recipe was developed at this store. Note: you may need a bit more flour than is called for in the recipe. Recipe and information from the Los Angeles Times. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Summer Baked Fruit

Wed, 28 May 2008 23:29:08 -0400

A very healthy snack or breakfast recipe from The Organic Baby and Toddler Cookbook (great for adults too). Serve with vanilla yogurt and a sprinkling of nuts-YUM! -- posted by Motivated Mama

Peanut Butter Pita

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:52:53 -0400

A new take on an old classic! I am always searching for new ways to take the 'J' out of the classic PB & J to reduce my daughter's sugar intake. Here's one very yummy way to do it! -- posted by Motivated Mama

Yogurt & Granola Fruit Salad

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 02:21:47 -0400

I love fruit, granola, and yogurt so why not put them all together?! This is a very fresh, flavorful salad with a wonderful granola crunch. (Great with recipe #311501 ) **As noted by the review, if you add the granola too soon before serving, it will get soggy!** -- posted by Motivated Mama

Garlic Fries - the Real Deal

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:11:38 -0400

Living in California, I have tried every garlic fry out there and they all have too much garlic, too much/not enough salt or they are dry on the inside and lack the crispy crunch on the outside. Here is a better built Garlic Fry that leaves you satisfied without the all the fat and calories of the traditional version. Please note that fresh garlic should be used, as the jarred versions will overpower this recipe immensely. -- posted by Humble Bee

Mushroom Crostini

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:41:03 -0400

These are very delicious, indeed! An incredible appetizer to tickle the appetite. From the Panera Bread Cookbook. -- posted by Humble Bee

Zucchini Base Aka Z B for Cakes, Cookies, & Pie

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:04:35 -0400

This is a versatile, old time favorite recipe of mine, probably from the 1950s, which utilizes your summer bounty of zucchini in several different ways. The "zucchini base" recipe can be used to make other dishes such as: lunch cake, cookies, and pie (see recipe #327672). This recipe makes 3 quarts of base; the cake uses 1 cup of ZB, the cookies use 1 cup, and the pie uses 2 cups. I believe this recipe originally came from the Pasadena Star News. -- posted by Juliesmom

California Salad

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:26:44 -0400

My version of the classic Greek salad (or salata horiatiki). No olives, so a lot less salt, but really yummy -- my guests all rave. -- posted by chakrates

' Fnky' Flour Tortillas

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:54:07 -0400

These are really good and maybe I shouldn't name them "Fnky" (funky) just a play on my 'handle'.:). I had not made tortillas since I was really young and they were perfect then..but you know that saying "Don't use it.. you lose it", well it's true. You know how our 'Abuelitas' cooked.. no recipes.. just a pinch of this and a pinch of that and I thought I was doing it right BUT I forgot that I was using "All Purpose" flour.. which makes it so simple and healthier ..no 'lard' or oil.. so here goes. -- posted by Fnkyclmedina

Southwest Potato Salad With Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:51:01 -0400

This is a yummy variation of Recipe #218465, suggested in the same Lorna Sass cookbook. It is delicious warm, at room temperature, or cold. It doubles well if you are making for a larger group. -- posted by appleydapply

Ginger-Sesame Tofu Sauce by Deborah Madison

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 15:06:22 -0500

Entered for safe-keeping, requesting my vegetarian friends to test this for me. From "This Can't Be Tofu!" by Deborah Madison. This has the texture of a thin mayonnaise, and can be drizzled on cubes of fresh tofu, over romaine salad or cole slaw, or over grilled fish or chicken (if you aren't vegetarian). Over sauteed vegetables this can add an unexpected accent. -- posted by KateL

Five Brothers Roasted Salsa

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:26:19 -0500

This chili is a daily ritual at our house. It is a authentic hispanic salsa that all of my sons (5) make along with myself. We often tweek it alittle but here is the standard version that will get you going. Its hot but has a good finish (won't burn your mouth for long). -- posted by Big Rube

Orange Shortcake

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:33:16 -0500

In a word, gorgeous. This gaily flavored dessert comes from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Cali-Schetta

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:46:10 -0500

I had a couple of avocados to use up and I love bruschetta, so I came up with this unique combination of flavors to serve at a recent dinner party. Prep time includes the 30 minute refrigeration. Enjoy :) -- posted by Julie421511

Roasted Tomato Soup

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:47:24 -0400

Will be making this using the grill outside rather than heat up the house when I am awash in tomatoes. Will try both on the gas grill as well as the smoker (when cooking something else LOL). Found this in Sunset's recipe gallery. It is versatile - serve hot or cold - it is simple but I bet has wonderful flavor without being heavy (too miserably hot & humid here for rich food in the summer). Another alternative to our beloved gazpacho routine. Will experiment with fresh marjoram, basils, mint, thyme & peppers in this mix as well. -- posted by Buster's friend

Pan De Tomate

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:39:11 -0400

This is traditionally eaten for breakfast in Spain, but is similar to Italian bruchetta, which is usually considered and appetizer. So enjoy it any time of the day. If your tomatoes are small, you will want more - if really big, one should do it, this is very flexible. -- posted by momaphet

California Snackers

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:47:05 -0400

Snap easy and it's all that good! Four ingredients! Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Suzanne Goin's Braised Leeks

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:23:42 -0400

This delicious recipe is from Suzanne Goins remarkable cookbook, "Sunday Suppers at Lucques". You can top this with a poached egg and a drizzle of mustard vinaigrette for a simple meal or serve as a side dish to poultry. Leftovers are excellent cold & also reheat very well. -- posted by blucoat

Strawberry-Rhubarb Deep-Dish Pie

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:55:32 -0400

Yaay! It's strawberry season right now here in California, time to make my favorite pie. Want to post this for safekeeping here as I just had a scare and couldn't find my cookbook - this is not a recipe I want to lose! Got it from Good Housekeeping Book of Desserts, which is one of the best cookbooks on sweets that I have ever found! I have been making this pie for years now, and it's one of the few things that my incredibly over-picky kids will eat. Does take a bit of time and effort, between making the crust and sweetening/juicing up the berries, then baking and letting it cool for a bit. You can vary the top crust, I like the "criss-cross" lattice look for this one with the juicy red berries oozing on top. GREAT tasting on its own, but, if you add fresh whip cream and/or ice cream on top when it's still just a little warm, it is fantastic! -- posted by SpchTeachCooks

Bibb Salad With Basil Green Goddess Dressing

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:37:37 -0400

Green goddess dressing was invented in the 1920's at San Francisco's Palace Hotel as a tribute to William Archer's hit play, The Green Goddess. It gets it's bright green color from lots of fresh green herbs. This dressing was originally made with tarragon, but has been updated with basil, which actually has more flavor! Delicious on green salad, but also great served with vegetables like asparagus and broccoli. Adapted from the Barefoot Contessa at Home cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Quinoa and Raisin Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:56:37 -0400

These vegan beauties look wonderful. They would make a great low calorie (yet filling) lunch or even work as a main course for dinner! Feel free to fill smaller tomatoes and use as an appetizer or side dish. Recipe from the California Raisin Marketing Board. NOTE: After making this dish. . .I suggest making up a little extra dressing and pouring atop the salad filled tomato just before serving to perk up the flavors. Also, use the full 3/4 cup of raisins, as they are truly the star of this dish. I also added some yellow bell pepper which was great. Just some thoughts :) -- posted by JanuaryBride

Veggie Sandwiches A.k.a. Veggimiches

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:43:31 -0400

I used to make these all the time in southern Cali for my BF. Now that I've relocated to the far North, certain fresh ingredients are harder to come by, so I haven't been able to make this sandwich in ages. I'm not sure where the "m" stems from in "veggiemich," that's just what we ended up calling it. :) The reason for mixing the mustard and dressing prior to spreading on the bread is to avoid uneven spreading while keeping the calorie count down. Everything can of course be omitted or replaced to your taste; you can even make it Atkins-friendly by making a lettuce pocket and omitting the bread, hehe! We loved using a lot of pepper for a nice kick. You can make it a more filling meal with other additions, too! ^_^ -- posted by FuzzyKiwi

Spicy Black Bean Dip

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:33:53 -0400

If jalapeños are too hot for your palate, use another type of chili. -- posted by blueyedwineaux

Great Grape Pops

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:46:19 -0400

What a cool idea. Pop those grapes in a popsicle mold(or small paper cups), pour in grape juice and freeze. Cook time is freezing time. Yum! Adapted from Pops! Icy Treats for Everyone by Krystina Castella. -- posted by Sharon123

Beet Salad With Avocado, and Orange

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:32:58 -0400

Adapted from Vegetarian Times -- posted by Ariella

Emma's Green Beans

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:52:49 -0400

Fresh picked green beans (cooked to tender), or canned, this is a long time family favorite from my mother & always requested as a side-dish at family gatherings, plus! Flavorful, colorful, delicious hot, or cold, more flavorful the next day.... and easy to make. Special note: 'Snappy Tom' is somethimes hard to find, but well worth the effort. -- posted by Chef #1357772 Geogene

Easy Avocado Salad (Vegan!)

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:14:04 -0400

This is a very simple salad that is the perfect change of pace. It requires fresh ingredients but is filling, tasty and really good for you! You get a wonderful mix of textures and the flavors were meant to be together! -- posted by Callu

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