May, 2009

Spinach Salad with Japanese Ginger Dressing This spinach salad tossed with spunky ginger dressing was inspired by the iceberg salads served at Japanese steakhouses across the U.S. Add shrimp for lunch or a light supper

Grilled Eggplant & Portobello Sandwich Looking for a vegetarian option for your next cookout? This grilled eggplant and portobello sandwich is our answer. For extra flavor, we top it with slices of garden-fresh tomato and spicy arugula

Warm Chocolate Pudding This warm pudding has a marvelous deep chocolaty flavor, but it's low in fat and super-quick to make.

Chickpea Salad Feta cheese and chickpeas lend a Mediterranean flair to this satisfying side salad.

Basic Chicken Sauté This quick sauté works well with your favorite pan sauce or chutney.

Warm Quinoa Salad with Edamame & Tarragon Quinoa, a super food from South America, is packed with protein and fiber.

Spanish Pork Burgers This Spanish-themed burger is boldly flavored with sautéed onions (which keep it moist), paprika, garlic and green olives. The creamy mayonnaise spread is tangy with lemon and a hint of earthy saffron.

Country Potato Salad This updated picnic potato salad gets subtle flavor from smoked ham. If you can find them, small, thin-skinned early potatoes are best in this salad.

Salmon Panzanella This traditional Italian bread salad is full of tomatoes and cucumber and gets a protein boost with the addition of grilled salmon.

Stuffed Tomatoes with Golden Crumb Topping Stuffed tomatoes are classic comfort food. Serve with a mixed green salad studded with garden-fresh vegetables. For vegetarians, omit the beef or turkey