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Akara - African Bean Fritters
Submitted by liz


Algerian Cooked Carrot Salad
Submitted by RecipeDirect


Anita's Yams and Apples
Submitted by RecipeDirect
Yams and Apples goes great with turkey.
Apple and Sweet Pepper Slaw
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Nice variation of traditional cole slaw. Yogurt replaces the mayo for a lower fat, healthier version

Arabic Mashed Potatoes in a Tray
Submitted by liz

Lamb and mashed potatoes.  Think Arabic Shepards Pie.

I attended St. George Antiocian Church in Charleston, WV for years.  The majority of the people who attend are of arabic descent.  You will see many of my submissions are middle eastern in nature. Most of the recipes were given to me by friends over the years, many of them from my "Lebanese Mother" Evelyn Dodrill.

Artichoke Spread
Submitted by RecipeDirect

 A cheesy, artichoke spread with a little zing! Love this recipe.


Asiago Whipped Potatoes with Turkey Bacon
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Asiago Mashed Potatoes RecipePrep Time: 15 mins. • Cook Time: 15 mins.­­ • Serves 6-8

 

Asiago, Eggplant and Tomato Ratatouille
Submitted by liz

Asparagus Almondine
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Asparagus and Crab Salad
Submitted by liz
Asparagus and Crab Salad Recipe from the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board
Asparagus Bake
Submitted by liz
Cheesy asparagus casserole. The perfect side dish
Asparagus with Blender Hollandaise
Submitted by RecipeDirect


Baba Ghannouj
Submitted by lilly

Eggplant Dip also spelled Baba Ghanoush

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
Submitted by liz

Very simple Asparagus Recipe with a nice presentation.

Baked Carrots
Submitted by RecipeDirect
Baked Carrots
Submitted by Playa Cofi
Baked Potato Wedges with Curry Dip
Submitted by splash

Can me made with Sweet Potatoes for a change.

Barley, Cherry and Hazelnut Pilaf
Submitted by liz

Recipe provided by http://www.barleyfoods.org/

Bean Caviar
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Having company?  This is a very fast simple recipe for a healthy appetizer.

Bean Salad with Cranberries and Pecans
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Healthy Green Bean Salad Recipe with a festive feel.  Can be made in advance.

Beef Stroganoff
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Beef with a slightly tangy sauce is good served over brown rice or the more traditional noodles. I received this recipe at a recipe swap at least 15 years ago.

Bill's Collard Greens
Submitted by liz

Collard Green Recipe and PhotoMy son's recipe for the best darn collards in South Carolina.

Black Bean Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing
Submitted by liz

Very Easy salad made with black beans, avocado, jalapeno and sweet red pepper. I sometimes add a cup of cherry tomatoes cut in half.

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Black Bean, Edamame, and Wheat Berry Salad
Submitted by RecipeDirect

A Chef Nick Stellino Recipe

Broccoli Baked Potatoes
Submitted by liz


Broccoli Frittata
Submitted by liz

Serve Broccoli Frittata for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Broccoli Salad
Submitted by liz

Sugar Free Broccoli Salad for a crowd.

Broccoli Salad with Cashews and Bacon
Submitted by wilma

Very easy healthy salad

Broccoli Soup
Submitted by liz


Broccoli Strata Recipe
Submitted by sally50
Broccoli Strata can be served breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Broccoli Tofu Stir Fry
Submitted by splash

Very flavorful Vegetarian Meal

Brown Rice Risotto with Lemon and Fresh Peas
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Gluten Free RecipeThis version of risotto boasts a refreshing lemon tang complemented with seasonal spring and summer ingredients. Short grain brown rice gives this dish a slightly chewy texture and nuttier flavor than traditional risotto – a happy delight for tastebuds. Leftovers make for an appetizing lunch.

Bulgar and Cabbage Saute
Submitted by liz

Get a start on your daily serving of grains with this easy recipe.

Bulgur Broccoli Chickpea Medley
Submitted by liz
Buttery Green Beans
Submitted by RecipeDirect
Cabbage Rolls
Submitted by RecipeDirect

My husband's background is Eastern European.  Every holiday, wedding, funeral....you get the drift, we had cabbage rolls.  There are many different ways to make cabbage rolls, this is my favorite recipe.

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California Asparagus and Mushroom Filled Crepes
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Asparagus CrepesRecipe and photo courtesy of the © California Asparagus Commission

California Asparagus Spring Rolls with Sweet Red Chili Dipping Sauce
Submitted by RecipeDirect


Recipe and Photo courtesty of the California Asparagus Commission © 2010

California Walnut and Sausage Stuffing
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Recipe provided by: California Walnuts

Candied Sweet Potatoes
Submitted by cynthia


Caramalized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Submitted by liz
Dairy free mashed potatoes.  Olive Oil is used in place of butter and milk.
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Caramelized Onion with Pancetta & Rosemary Stuffing
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Caramelized Onion with Pancetta & Rosemary StuffingPancetta is the secret ingredient that makes this moist stuffing really flavorful.  If you don't have pancetta on hand, bacon works great too!

Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Bake: 30 minutes

Carolyn's Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Submitted by davidline

Wonderful Cabbage Rolls from an old recipe.

Carrot Puree
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Carrot-Raisin Salad
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Quick, easy and full of vitamin A. Yogurt may be substituted for mayonnaise; add 1 tablespoon honey or sugar.

Charleston Red Beans and Rice
Submitted by RecipeDirect

There is no right way to make red rice-- Bacon or sausage, celery or green pepper, dry or moist, more or less tomato.  Everyone has their favorite method, this is mine.

Chestnut, Fig & Honey Stuffing
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Chestnut, Fig & Honey StuffingPrep: 20 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Bake: 30 minutes
Makes: 12 servings (about 3/4 cup each)


Chick Pea Stew
Submitted by Gina

Garbanzo Bean Stew Serve as a side dish or main dish served over couscous.

Chicken Spectacular
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Very flavorful chicken casserole recipe. Easy to make with little cleanup.

Chickpea Dip
Submitted by liz

Middle Eastern Favorite.

Chickpea Tabbouleh
Submitted by lilly

Try Chickpea Tabbouleh for a change of pace from regular Tabbouleh.  Good salad to take to a picnic.

Chickpea, Shrimp and Caper Ragu
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Chickpea, Shrimp and Caper Ragu

Shown with Savory Chickpea Pancakes

Chilled Rice Salad
Submitted by liz
Colorful rice salad makes for an interesting side dish.
Coconut Rice
Submitted by WV Girl
Quick and Easy Coconut Rice
Corn & Tomatillo Soup
Submitted by liz

Tomatillo is actually a fruit used as a vegetable.

For vegan or lenten version use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Use a dairy free margarine.

Couscous Cakes with Fresh Mango-Ginger Chutney
Submitted by liz

Mango couscous cakes

Couscous with Apricots and Pine Nuts
Submitted by RecipeDirect
Very simple and nutritious side dish.
Cranberry-Pumpkin Muffins
Submitted by Bilbo Baker
Moist tasty and savory cranberry-pumpkin muffin recipe.
Cream of Potato and Poblano Soup
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Recipe Source: Ericka Sanchez
www.NibblesAndFeasts.com

Creamed Tomatoes
Submitted by liz

Serve over hot biscuits or toast.

Creamy Corn Soup with Bacon Toasts
Submitted by liz

Creamy Corn Soup RecipeTo start off a great meal, or even as a light main dish, try Aida's version of creamy corn soup topped with an indulgent cheese toast and crumbled bacon. Paired with a glass of crisp Chardonnay from Cali­fornia's Mirassou Winery®, this is a perfect pairing for any autumn evening. 

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Inactive Cook Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Crock Pot BBQ Lentils
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Crockpot Macaroni
Submitted by cynthia

Easy mac and cheese for the kid in all of us.

Crunchy Pea Salad
Submitted by liz

Nice Pea Salad with enough veggies for a little crunch.

Dutch Cucumber Salad
Submitted by wilma
Quick side dish. A Pennsylvania Dutch favorite.
Easy Borscht
Submitted by Irina

Very simple and fast soup recipe. Omit optional sour cream for lenten or vegan version.

Easy Butternut Squash
Submitted by splash
Delicious roasted Butternut Squash.
Easy Dill Cole Slaw
Submitted by RecipeDirect
Creamy Cole Slaw recipe with a dill dressing. To make it really easy buy a bag of pre-shredded Cole Slaw.
Easy Sage Stuffing
Submitted by RecipeDirect


Ethiopian Collard Greens
Submitted by liz

Known as Abesha Comen in Ethiopia. It is traditionally served on a large flat pancake-like bread called Injera.

Fancy Mock Chicken Salad
Submitted by liz


Festive Carrots
Submitted by liz

Festive Carrot Recipe. Did you ever stop to taste a carrot?  Not just eat it, but taste it?  You can't taste the beauty and energy of the earth in a Twinkie.  ~Astrid Alauda

Fresh Corn Off-The-Cob
Submitted by playacofi

This recipe is a bit like creamed corn, but if you have only had creamed corn from a can, then this is WAY better. It has a crunchy - grilled corn taste.

Fried Green Tomatoes
Submitted by WV Girl

My mom's fried green tomato recipe.

Geno's Sweet Potato Casserole
Submitted by liz

I had the pleasure of trying this sweet potato recipe recently and I have to say it is the BEST sweet potato recipe I have ever tried. It is also easy to make.

Georgia Pecan Confetti Quinoa
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Created by Carolyn O'Neil, M.S., R.D., and co-author of "The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous!" Georgia Pecan Confetti Quinoa is a satisfying salad without any greens. Quinoa is a delicious gluten-free grain that cooks up light and fluffy like rice but contains more protein.

Ginger Cole Slaw
Submitted by kitchenB
I get tired of the standard mayo based cole slaw and have been experimenting. This turned out great. To make it really quick buy the pre-shredded cole slaw mix with carrots.
Gingered Sweet Potatoes
Submitted by RecipeDirect

This recipe for Gingered Sweet Potatoes has become a family favorite. The garlic and ginger really compliment each other.

Gluten Free Tabbouleh (Quinoa)
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Recipe source: Evelyn Haddad

Greek Green Beans
Submitted by liz

A friend of ours owned a Greek Restaurant that we visited quite often. I loved her green beans.  This is a copy-kat version as she does not give out recipes.  Selfish girl! For lent we had this served over rice as dinner.

**lenten version - do not sautee onions and garlic - just add to the geens and tomatoes.

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Green Bean Casserole
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Classic favorite.  Campbells created this recipe in 1955 and it is still an all time favorite.

Green Beans with Basil
Submitted by liz
You can substitute dill or thyme for the basil.  If substituting dry herbs use 1 tablespoon instead of 2.
Green Onion and Parsley Hummus
Submitted by liz

A little twist on the traditional version of hummus.  The green onion and cayenne pepper give it a little heat, the lemon gives it a little tang.

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Grilled Pesto Potato Salad
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: about 15 to 20 minutes

Grilled Potato Wedges With Malt Vinegar-Tarragon Dip
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Grilled Potato WedgesA Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
6 servings

Ham and Peas with Mint and Tarragon
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Ham and Peas with Mint and tarragonPrep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ham Butter Beans with Okra
Submitted by Jennetas Kitchen
If I cook a ham this is what I usually do with the bone. My family loves it with cornbread.
Healthy Wheat Berry Chili
Submitted by liz

Recipe Source: Aisha Bishara - New York, NY

Heavenly Sweet Potato Casserole
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Sweet Potato CasseroleRecipe Source:  Musselman's Apple Butter

Hold That Line Hummus Dip
Submitted by RecipeDirect

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Source: Registered dietitian Jodie Shield

"No need to pass on fabulous dips to maintain your diet," said Shield. "Thanks to the protein and fiber in chickpeas, hummus is light, yet heart-healthy enough to satisfy hungry sports fans. Try this easy recipe for happy game day guests."

Hoppin John
Submitted by Pax
Gullah dish often associated with New Years. No New Years celebration in Charleston is complete without a bowl of Hoppin John
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