Nice variation of traditional cole slaw. Yogurt replaces the mayo for a lower fat, healthier version
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.
A cheesy, artichoke spread with a little zing! Love this recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins. • Cook Time: 15 mins. • Serves 6-8
Very simple Asparagus Recipe with a nice presentation.
Can me made with Sweet Potatoes for a change.
Having company? This is a very fast simple recipe for a healthy appetizer.
Healthy Green Bean Salad Recipe with a festive feel. Can be made in advance.
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.
My son's recipe for the best darn collards in South Carolina.
Very Easy salad made with black beans, avocado, jalapeno and sweet red pepper. I sometimes add a cup of cherry tomatoes cut in half.
This 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.
Get a start on your daily serving of grains with this easy recipe.
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.
Recipe and photo courtesy of the © California Asparagus Commission
Recipe and Photo courtesty of the California Asparagus Commission © 2010
Recipe provided by: California Walnuts
Pancetta 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
Quick, easy and full of vitamin A. Yogurt may be substituted for mayonnaise; add 1 tablespoon honey or sugar.
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.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Bake: 30 minutes
Makes: 12 servings (about 3/4 cup each)
Garbanzo Bean Stew Serve as a side dish or main dish served over couscous.
Very flavorful chicken casserole recipe. Easy to make with little cleanup.
Try Chickpea Tabbouleh for a change of pace from regular Tabbouleh. Good salad to take to a picnic.
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.
Recipe Source: Ericka Sanchez
www.NibblesAndFeasts.com
To 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
Very simple and fast soup recipe. Omit optional sour cream for lenten or vegan version.
Known as Abesha Comen in Ethiopia. It is traditionally served on a large flat pancake-like bread called Injera.
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
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.
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.
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.
This recipe for Gingered Sweet Potatoes has become a family favorite. The garlic and ginger really compliment each other.
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.
Classic favorite. Campbells created this recipe in 1955 and it is still an all time favorite.
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.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: about 15 to 20 minutes
A Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Cook
Time: 25 minutes
6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
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."