Recipezaar: Low Calorie,Lunch/Snacks recipes

Pennsylvania Dutch Red Beet Eggs

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:13:05 -0400

These are a childhood favorite. This recipe is very popular among the Pennsylvania Dutch. Great for picnics, snacks or even for lunch. -- posted by luv2makesoup

Roasted Vegetables

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:34:07 -0400

Oven roasted or grilled veggies - whatever you have on hand. Drizzled with Olive oil, minced garlic. Great with fish, pork, chicken or beef. Easy! Tasty. The following measurements are approximate. -- posted by Jb Tyler, TX

Roast Eggplant With Walnuts

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:53:41 -0400

This wonderful appetizer, when served with warm pita, marinated strips of red pepper & tasty olives, can be a meal unto itself... or tucked into a pita with the aforementioned for lunch, a very nice lunch. Per the Times: "This Turkish recipe is from Paula Wolfert's upcoming book, "The Slow Mediterranean Kitchen," which will be published in October by Wiley. Wolfert notes that the slower the grilling, the smokier the flavor of the eggplant. She thanks Dr. Ayse Baysal for sharing the recipe." Note: When large eggplants are roasted whole, you may notice black juices seeping out of the skin. If this happens, immediately slit the eggplant on one side and drain on a slanted board in the sink. -- posted by Buster's friend

Kiwi, Strawberry and Grape Juice.

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:51:44 -0400

I got this recipe from 'The top 100 juices' by Sarah Owen, published by Lifetime Distributors, Castle Hill, Australia. Sarah Owen says "All three fruits in this juice provide a massive infection-fighting boost of vitamin C and can help to shorten the duration of a cold. The kiwi fruit a also contain lutein, a phytonutrient known to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease and eye disease. Both strawberries and grapes are high in ellagic acid, which neutralizes carcinogens. The tannins, flavones and active compounds in the grapes combine to make them energizing and strengthen the cell walls of blood vessels" You could make more than one serving, and serve with lemonade and ice in a punch bowl for a party if desired. I haven't made this yet, as I don't have a juicer, but if I ever get one, this will be the first juice that I make. Enjoy! :) -- posted by TALIA #3

Easy Homemade Low-Fat Yogurt

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:09:47 -0400

Cooking/prep time does not include cooling or setting time. Don't use non-fat or flavored yogurt as the starter. I use Dannon plain and it works great. Save some to use as your starter next time. I've made this several times now and love it. Easy, nutritious and has no ingredients that I can't spell. You can flavor it by adding a spoonful of jam, apple butter, or honey. The gelatin is useful if you like your yogurt more firm. That's useful if you add runnier sweetening like apple butter. -- posted by CheyenneAnn

Hummus and Vegetable Focaccia Sandwich

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:51:20 -0400

The convenience store in my dorm has sandwiches similar to this one every once in a while, and on my life they are the best vegetarian sandwiches I've ever had! Even the meat-lovers I know live and die for these things. They're very easy to make, and are great served at any temperature -- so you can easily stick one in the fridge for devouring later. -- posted by Alexander Mar

Not-A-Jack-O-Lantern 1st Place Winner by -- Tasty --

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:54:14 -0400

An award winning recipe (1st Place!) from the CGTD Institute in lovely Oregon. Note: you will need one battery-operated tea light to complete this recipe. *PARENTAL SUPERVISION ADVISED.* Martha who? Photo coming soon! -- posted by Cookgirl

Pb&j Zebra Style

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:32:46 -0400

My daughter won't eat wheat bread so this is a great way to get a little extra grain and fiber into your small ones . -- posted by Megan and Jeremy

Mini Veggie "sushi"

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:26:33 -0400

Here's a little finger food that's an alternative to veggies & dip. I got the recipe from a magazine at the doctor's office. It makes a cute appetizer that should appeal to kid's because of the simple flavors. You can, however, use a thick, flavoured dip for more adult tastes. -- posted by Sweet PQ?

Gingerly's Tangy Tomato Soup

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:35:09 -0400

I've seen so many recipes for Tomato soup on Zaar but nothing like mine so I decided to post it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Quick Fix Potato Soup

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:30:42 -0400

I prefer to make potato soup the long and fattening way, but this is a pretty good quick rendition that is also healthy. -- posted by Melanie B.

Vegetable Panini on Pumpernickel Bread With Havarti Cheese

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:35:18 -0400

I'm not a vegetarian, but sometimes I crave meals with no meat. This is SO yummy! It is great for making at home or taking with you on a camping trip....just add the dressing right before cooking. -- posted by Melanie B.

Grape-Sicles

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:50:02 -0400

Sweet and thirst quenching, grape-sicles are sure to satify kids and adults alike. Just when you think that it can't taste any better, two whole grapes reveal themselves at the tip of the grape-sicle imparting a burst of fresh cool flavours. Clipped from the Ottawa Citizen newspaper. -- posted by Cecily Parsley

Applesauce

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:28:24 -0400

Good applesauce is not hard nor does it require a lot of ingredients. I found this recipe in my old Betty Crocker cookbook. Strangely, I could not find this recipe anywhere on 'Zaar in the same proportions. This recipe is perfect everytime. -- posted by Scrivener1

BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:52:07 -0400

Hearty, aromatic, and easy recipe! -- posted by Chef #1365417

Creamy Strawberry Fritters With Nesquik Batter

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:26:02 -0400

Because I'm a kid at heart. :D I bought Strawberry Nesquik to make Recipe #179934 and decided I should look for, as well as come up with my own, recipes involving Nesquik. I was in the mood for a strawberry overload -- posted by the80srule

Carnival Cruise Strawberry Bisque

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:48:49 -0400

I had this on a Carnival cruise once and it was simply amazing. This is a copy cat. :) -- posted by Kierstein

Curried Tuna Stretcher Salad

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:55:00 -0400

This is what I do when I have to make a couple cans of tuna feed a BUNCH of people. If you don't like curry- leave it out! It's still good. -- posted by Chef #1421935

Spicy Bean and Avocado Tostadas

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:53:12 -0400

Super quick supper !! -- posted by katew

Simply Healthy Veal Jerky

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:44:16 -0400

I had some extra veal I didn't know what to do with and figured I'd try making some jerky out of it. It was surprisingly good. I think I could have turned the oven off much sooner though, it was very brittle. A nice slight hint of BBQ flavour and it was great. I used calorie-free Walden Farms BBQ because I'm on a diet, but I'm sure another full flavour BBQ sauce would add much more flavour. Also, I eyeballed the BBQ sauce, I used enough to cover all the meat, so it might be more than 1/2 cup. I'm looking forward to trying this with Teriyaki Sauce and other seasonings. I don't add salt as I'm trying to watch my sodium right now. I found the bbq sauce was just enough flavour. -- posted by Seamor

Sausage and Lentil Soup

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:06:09 -0400

I found this in an old Good Housekeeping Magazine (Dec. 2005) in my Dr. waiting room. We love it and it freezes beautifully. You can sub turkey Italian sausage for the regular. Don't skimp on the fennel, it makes the dish. I also disregard the amounts of salt and pepper and just season to taste (it does need a bit more salt than stated in recipe). -- posted by Aubergine910

Cantaloupe and Yogurt Popsicles

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:49:47 -0400

I have referenced my son many times in my recipes. This is a fun summer time treat that we made up together that beats store bought novelties any day! -- posted by Melanie B.

Starflower's Succotash Soup

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:09:05 -0400

Succotash is generally a mixture of lima beans and corn, but as I was growing up this "soup" is what we called succotash. It is a great healthy recipe that is inexpensive, easy to make, and great to make at the beginning of the week and have for lunch each day. You can make it with fresh or frozen veggies. -- posted by Starflower

Knock off Boneless Wings for the Lunch Box

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:56 -0400

This is a quicky recipe that I came up with to take in my lunch box. Sort of like asian wings. Not gourmet, just something different for your lunch box. I take this with a serving of pre-cooked or leftover rice. Would probably be good over a salad or with steamed veggies too. The chicken tenders I use call for 5 as a serving size. Use the appropriate # of tenders for the serving size listed on the package. And you can mix the other ingredients in a dressing container. -- posted by MsSally

Fresh Cucumber Cheese Dip

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:23:05 -0400

This is such an unexpected fresh dip! I love to serve it with the new "Flips" cracker/pretzels. We've also served this dip with bagels, pretzels and other crackers. You can also spread it on a tortilla wrap and make pinwheels or top it with ham/turkey and make roll-up sandwiches! It does not last long, be prepared! -- posted by Andreazaar

Corn and Kumara Cakes

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:18 -0500

Godd for the lunch box. -- posted by katew

Simple Au Jus Gravy

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:16:31 -0500

An easy, cheap and quick version of the gravy used for French Dip Subs. No need to buy those expensive dry mix packets anymore! -- posted by SpyChica755

Lovely Leftover Rice Dish

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:11:11 -0500

This is an example of less being more and with only 3 ingredients you just can't go wrong! This is absolutely gorgeous, just don't try to put anything with it and keep it simple! Pure comfort food, especially if made using basmati rice -- posted by robd16

Andy's Perfect French Fries

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:35:29 -0500

I'm not sure where I got the original recipe from, but it differs slightly from others I've seen, and works well in high altitude locations (Salt Lake City). -- posted by Andy Wold

Courgette Patties

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:01:19 -0500

These were vaguely meant to be courgette fritters, I didn't have any feta so used some cream cheese I had instead - they are quite soft, almost blini-like. Great served with tzatziki. I used mint as I had some, I'd swap that for dill or maybe chives? The courgette I had was quite a large one, use more than one if your courgettes are smaller. -- posted by Moyni

Gazpacho Shrimp Salad

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:03:22 -0500

This is great to serve anytime! Makes a great lunch and a fine dinner if you toss a little wine and a loaf of crusty bread in the deal! You can use whatever vinegar you like, and can add, after tasting, more. Nakano makes several seasoned vinegars that are scrumptious! Smoked paprika is one of the best seasonings I've ever used; you can't believe how fragrant it is nd the taste is amazing. However, having said that, it is very pricey. I cannot advise you excpept to tell you that without it, the recipe won't taste the same. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Crispy Kale

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:47:46 -0500

Womans Day November 2009 *Yet to Try* -- posted by Yoga Booty

Nick's Salsa

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:09:00 -0500

This salsa is my future brother-inlaws recipe. There's nothing fancy about this salsa but I just can't seem to stop eating it. When Nick made this salsa he used the fresh lime juice. -- posted by internetnut

Catfish With Lemon, Capers and Oregano (Weight Watchers)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:10:57 -0500

This recipe is from the September/October 2009 Weight Watchers magazine. Broiled, flaky catfish served on a bed of thinly sliced seedless cucumbers and drizzled with a dressing made up of lemon zest/juice, capers, oregano and olive oil. Points Value: 4. -- posted by Crafty Lady 13

Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:07:02 -0500

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

Venison Sloppy Joes

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:26:45 -0500

Really delish way to cook ground venison -- posted by Stacy Bartel

Zurie's Tomato and Cream Cheese Tart

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:27:19 -0500

I'd like to dedicate this recipe to Molly53. When I could not find a tomato tart or pie on Zaar with cream cheese as a basis, she went to the trouble of converting a recipe and posting it for me in RR, which is really going to a lot of trouble! Thank you, Molly53!! This is not that tart, but in the end I put this together, and my severest critic, my husband, said the tart was fine. At the time of my request in RR I had lots of small plum tomatoes which in the heat became too overripe for salad but I could not bear to throw them out. I had a large chunk left of my favourite pastry, recipe #197151, which had to be used, but I confess that I don't know how much I used for this pie.... The amount given is a guess. The taste is clean; I did not want to use mayo. Prep time does not include making the pastry. -- posted by Zurie

Yougurt Berry Parfaits

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:34:15 -0500

A tasty treat when fresh berries are in season. One you won't feel guilty about serving. You could even make this for breakfast or brunch. -- posted by Chef Buggsy Mate

Mashed Pumpkin and Bean Pots

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:12:15 -0500

From an Edgell advertisement -- posted by katew

Grilled Vegetable Panini

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:26:46 -0500

Giada -- posted by chef 998002

Simple Lunch Casserole

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:11:13 -0500

I got this from my mother-in-law when I asked for some recipes my husband grew up with. It's a simple casserole but the taste is good. -- posted by Buzymomof3

Rich (But Low-Cal) Vegan Hot Chocolate

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:30:29 -0500

I mixed this up late on a cold rainy homework-y afternoon- and it was good, so I thought I'd keep it around ;-) Note: I put their amounts as "scant" but you could just be slightly generous with the other ingredients, if you use the full 2/3 c. each of liquid. -- posted by White Rose Child

Italian Tuna Fish Salad

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:46:43 -0500

This comes from an old Saint Rocco church cook book. I am posting this as written, but adjustments in can sizes will have to be made because they just don't make the same size cans anymore. The ingredients may sound strange, but it really does taste good. It would really make a nice lite lunch. -- posted by Naturelover

Tea-Scented Mandarins

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:58:13 -0500

An unusual combination of ingredients make a delicious dessert or a healthful afternoon break. From EatingWell Magazine, Feb/March 2005. -- posted by FloridaNative

Snowmen on a Stick (Tackled by --Tasty--!)

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:46:40 -0500

From familyfun.com. You will need bamboo skewers to complete the recipe. -- posted by Cookgirl

Crab & Polenta Bruschetta

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 09:49:50 -0500

As you probably know, my family before-me loved polenta and they still do. So this recipe caught my attention, and then we bought the items and yesterday we made it! I loved it & the staff did too! :) Feel free to substitute ready-to-eat-polenta if you'd like. Slice it into rounds (as it looks like a round log) grill, and then top with crab salad. Actually - the whole recipe could all be store-bought-ready-to-eat! However, I doubt that it would taste as great IMHO! ;) CuisineAtHome, Issue #78, December 2009.Total cooking & prep time = 1 hr + chilling. -- posted by Manami

Strawberry Raspberry Smoothie

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:51:47 -0500

I made this completely by accident, and i love it! I use Yoplait thick and creamy yougurt, i think it gives the drink the best texture, and I also use the condensed frozen juice, welches white grape is the best, but apple also works, depends on how sweet you like it. I also found substituting 1 Delmonte Fruit chiller in polar raspberry tastes better to me than the frozen berries themselves. To each his own. For a healthier smoothie use light yougurt, no sugar added juice, and skim milk. -- posted by Chef #1470073

Tricolor Bean Salad

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:32:46 -0500

Make early to allow the flavors to blend. cooking time is chill time -- posted by Anjaylah

Easy Fruit Salad

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:48:43 -0500

A quick and easy recipe to make for a snack or for a yummy dessert! -- posted by Jordyne Elysibeth

Maple Sauteed Apples

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:46:50 -0500

super easy -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Candied Orange Slices

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 01:51:22 -0500

Can be made ahead and refrigerated for two weeks. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Sweet Potato Hash

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:25:57 -0500

Based on http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/sweet_potato_corn_black_bean_hash.html which is slightly different. They suggest garnishing with fresh cilantro, lime, and fresh ground black pepper. Things we haven't tried yet: adding sweetener, adding more seasoning, adding peppers. -- posted by Michelle from Central Time

Enlitened Chanukah Latkes Recipe

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:35:42 -0500

From EnLITEned Kosher Cooking by Nechama Cohen (Published by Feldheim Publishers) For more information on healthy lifestyle changes go to: www.jewishdiabetes.org LOW-CARB LOW FAT LATKES (Pancakes) If you think that Chanukah has to sabotage your regimen, think again. The following is just one variation of wonderful and delicious latkes that will keep you going and going for a full eight days with marvelous results. Once again we recommend that you prepare enough of these for the whole family or you may not have any left for yourself. All of the following variations of latkes can be made as kugels as well. These can be made with almost any low carb veggie -- posted by jewishdiabetes

Sweet and Sour Pineapple Ham Steaks

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:39:35 -0500

Got leftovers? I found this recipe in Woman's Day magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Spicy Meatballs

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 20:43:09 -0500

I found this recipe in Woman's Day magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. I plan to use cocktail meatballs and jar brown gravy. -- posted by internetnut

Easy Homemade Tomato Soup

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:25:58 -0500

My Mother Blanche made this recipe back in the 40's and I continue to make it for myself and family. Written by DH Doug -- posted by goddess_stina

Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:47:56 -0500

This one is for hubby. Oxmoore House -- posted by dicentra

Corn, Zucchini and Chickpea Fritters

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:56:55 -0500

Low Gi recipe from Super Food Ideas. Times estimated. Suggested you serve with salad leaves and tomato chutney. -- posted by I'mPat

Crispy Zucchini Sticks With Creamy Salsa Dip

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 23:51:12 -0500

Cooking Light 2000 -- posted by dicentra

Pickled Carrots

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:04:02 -0500

Real Simple, DECEMBER 2005 -- posted by dicentra

Spicy Pickled Green Beans

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:04:22 -0500

Cooking Light, NOVEMBER 2009 -- posted by dicentra

Spicy Pickled Vegetables

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:04:50 -0500

Cooking Light, AUGUST 2008 -- posted by dicentra

Sausage, Peppers, and Onions

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:03:58 -0500

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis -- posted by Phil Franco

Iraqi Potato Cakes With Tuna Filling (Batata Charp)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:20:22 -0500

These are crispy fried potato cakes with a tuna and light vegetable filling that is just delicious. DH liked them with the tuna added though it is not traditional. If you prefer you can leave the tuna out for the original vegetarian version. I serve them with a corn free ketchup and plain yogurt to dip them in, sour cream would be good too. The original recipe is from The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Sugarlaw's Fruit Roll-Ups

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:38:51 -0500

From the Sugarlaw blog: "This is an awesome recipe year round, but its particularly great when youre trying to use up the last of your abundant summer fruit. I had a giant bowl of peaches and nectarines in the fridge waiting to be used up, but you could make this recipe with any fruit apples, figs, pears, berries, or some awesome combination of all of them. This is a surprisingly sweet snack, but healthy and portable could you ask for anything better to send with your kids to school?" -- posted by SashasMommy

Mushroom Quesadillas

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:34:14 -0500

This is my own copy-cat of my favorite local Mexican place's Mushroom quesadillas. I think I've got it pretty darn close! -- posted by chefsandee

Sweet Icy Milk Drink

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 12:34:32 -0500

My daughter loves this drink. My husband used to drink it alot as a child. It makes a great snack when paired with buttterd toast or a PB&J! I do not reccomend that you use any milk lower than whole milk because it will be too watery. A sugar subsitute does not alter the taste as much so you can try that. -- posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas

Chicken With Tonnato Sauce

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:08:59 -0500

A variation on the classic Italian Vitello Tonnato, which is thin slices of veal with a sauce made from tuna, lemon juice, mayonnaise, capers, and anchovy. The sauce is very easy to make in your food processor. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Pumpkin Guacamole

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:01:50 -0500

I've never been a fan of guacamole for some reason. So I figured, why not make my own, have it retain some avocado...but use my favorite versatile Vitamin A rich veggie instead? This is a fun, flavorful, and healthy dip. Great with Recipe #395640. -- posted by the80srule

Smoked Salmon

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:05:52 -0500

This recipe takes time, but is well worth it. Use the freshest salmon you can find. It is best to cut the pieces of salmon all the same size so you get even brining and smoking. Great for canning as well. Note: You may add other flavors to the fish such as garlic powder, pepper, soy sauce etc. if you like. The recipe can easily be doubled. You can use your imagination and try other types of fish as well. Even small whole fish. -- posted by RobinAnn

Veggie Tuna Salad

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:12:41 -0500

Just something random from what I had in my fridge, but it's pretty good, so I thought I'd share. Also, if you have kitties, they love the leftover tuna water! -- posted by vpetite

Make Your Own Single-Serve Vanilla Yogurt

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:05:44 -0500

Although it lacks the portability of something like Yoplait, Dannon, Stoneyfield Farms, etc. it's a good alternative if you like a cup of yogurt with breakfast. Most are 6 oz instead of a full cup, so I decided to use that measurement instead. Except for when I can get them really cheap or need to carry them to school or work, I think I'll use this method to make vanilla yogurt from now on. No HFCS monkey business here! -- posted by the80srule

Mushroom Couscous With Moroccan Flavors

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 23:02:33 -0500

This makes a great side dish for steak. Vegetable broth can be substituted to make this a vegetarian dish. -- posted by Nasseh

Garlic Mushrooms

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:39:38 -0500

Garlic and mushrooms make a wonderful combination. These must be served piping hot to taste their best so if possible serve straight from the pan. Lovely with bread or toast to mop up the garlicky juices! -- posted by English_Rose

Jumbo Shrimp With Coconut and Chili

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:05:02 -0500

The sweet, sour and spicy flavors of Thai food give the tastebuds an Oriental treat in this pretty appetizer. The amount of chili can be varied according to taste. -- posted by English_Rose

Chickpea-Tofu Burgers

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:37:39 -0500

A vegetarian "burger" made of chickpeas and marinated tofu! I love them, they taste great with a little mozzarella. -- posted by Glenny M

Grilled Cheese W/Bacon, Spinach, Tomatoes & Fried Eggs

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:43:24 -0500

Esi Impraim's inspiration: chef Thomas Keller's Cheesy fried-egg BLT in the 2004 movie Spanglish. Impraim's version is quite different from the original-and just as delicious. Sunset Magazine, July 2009 edition. Have tweaked this, so as to cut down on the caloric value without changing the flavor. :) -- posted by Manami

Beer Battered Chips

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 04:56:21 -0500

These sound delicious and addictive ! Preparation time does not include freezing time. -- posted by katew

Red & Pink Bowl

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:28:12 -0500

Tasty Fruity Goodness -- posted by mallow_cherub

Cream of Vegetable Soups - 5 Different

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 21:10:26 -0500

I found this recipe in Ladies Home Journal magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Easy Capsicum Toast

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:37 -0500

Capsicum toast is one of my favorite snacks. Its simple, healthy, takes very little time and adds a different taste. This is perfect for short picnics or school tiffins as well. -- posted by Chef #1520753

Crock Pot Mexican Chicken

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:08:39 -0500

Here's another easy way to serve up dinner. -- posted by Nasseh

Potato and Zucchini Gratin

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:18:46 -0500

This is a recipe I made up last week with whatever I happened to have in the fridge at the time. My whole family went crazy over it so I wrote it down and decided to post it just in case someone else wants a simple and fairly quick meal idea. Enjoy! -- posted by Perfectionist cook

Banana Custard

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:52:32 -0500

Fast and Easy -- posted by Chef #1517914

Best Stromboli

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:04:32 -0500

I originally made this recipe for a Superbowl party and have made it many times since for my husbands lunches. Great recipe and can be done with a wide variety of variations...Enjoy! Keep in mind the addition of too many fresh vegetables can make the bread soggy! -- posted by Mandy likes to cook

Cheese & Butter Green Peas

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:47:42 -0500

Have kids who hate green peas? Well, everyone seems to have that problem! I randomly added cheese & butter to my green peas (despite being a lover of peas) and it tasted great! In fact, at the end of the day, I got more sick of the cheese than peas. Amount of cheese? One slice. (: This is even for the health-conscious...enjoy! For me, I can polish off the whole thing, but to be on the safe side serve this for two. (: You can do this for just about any vegetable, in particular non-leafy ones like carrots & peas. -- posted by Chef #1531879

Monday Supper! Curried Lamb and Chutney Rissoles/Patties

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

A tasty and different way to use some of the Sunday Roast leftovers on Monday! Although I have specified lamb in this recipe, beef would also work very well, it's just that I had roast lamb leftovers when I made these. These rissoles are lightly spiced and tangy - perfect for supper when served with salad, pickles, chutneys and maybe a naan bread or pitta bread to make a sandwich. They are easily made and can be prepared ahead of time and left in the fridge, as they hold their shape better when they have been chilled and are firm. These will also freeze very well; open freeze them before frying on a tray or plate until firm and then pack them into freezer bags or a plastic container. They only need about 6 hours to defrost and then are cooked as instructed below.Use curry powder to taste, I use 2 teaspoons as I like mine quite spicy! -- posted by French Tart

Orange Pineapple Sorbet!

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:30:39 -0500

I was making orange sorbet one day when I saw a can of pineapple in my pantry! I decided to add them in and it turned out fantastic! cooking time includes ice cream machine time, time spent in freezer, and chill time! -- posted by Smileekid

Fennel Ratatouille

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:02:30 -0500

The addition of fennel seeds and bulb fennel in this ratatouille gives an extra Mediterranean flavor. It goes perfectly with grilled meat, especially lamb. It can also be served hot or at room temperature and also makes a great sauce when stirred into hot pasta. -- posted by English_Rose

Barbecue /Bbq Mushroom and Green Bean Salad

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:45:47 -0500

This salad serves 8 as a side dish & is delish! It tastes of earthy goodness. The photo you see is of half the recipe + extra spinach. I prepared the mushrooms in a frying pan for convenience' sake and served the salad with a baked potato. Next time, I think we'll add some garlic to the marinade. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Spicy Tuna With Hummus and Red Bell Peppers

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:12:48 -0500

I am on a special low carb diet and I needed something quick and easy to make for lunch. I threw a couple of my favorite ingredients together and came up with the following recipe. I love that it is under 250 calories and very filling. -- posted by Misha Bella

Oven Dried Tasty Tomatoes

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:46:12 -0500

I am on a low carb diet and I had a craving for Margherita Pizza so I decided to come up with my own twist with all the flavor and none of the carbs. -- posted by Misha Bella

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

Eggplant Pizza

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:34:21 -0500

In a pathetic attempt to make eggplant parmigiana, I created this instead. It's very easy and uses basic ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen. I've made it about a dozen times in the past few months and my husband loves it. It's a very flexible recipe and I've tried it a few different ways already and it always tastes great and surprisingly like pizza. Goes well with any pasta dish or risotto. -- posted by California Girl in Brazil

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

Baked Beans Balti

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:37:09 -0500

Baked beans get an Indian makeover! Serve with hot chapattis, naan, pitta bread or toast. -- posted by English_Rose

Spring Salad

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:01:46 -0500

From an old cookbook by Jennie Grossinger. Not tried; posted for safekeeping. -- posted by coconutty

Easy Cowboy Caviar

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:09:22 -0500

Adopted this recipe from my sister-in-law. Great taste, and super easy. Even better the next day! -- posted by Chef Lindsay

Super Chilidillas

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:16:13 -0500

Satisfy your guests with these super easy, super delicious, belly busters that deliver protein, fiber, key vitamins and flavor. Some of the nutrient-rich benefits come from the convenience of canned chili and tomatoes. Cook them to order or prepare up to 20 minutes ahead of time and keep them in a warm oven until you are ready to eat. -- posted by Chef #1365024

Fishy Tuna Salad

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:59:40 -0500

lost of fish in this tuna salad! -- posted by abe ray