These healthy muffins, like classic ones, contain plenty of vegetable oil, essential for texture and flavor. However, the regular vegetable oil has been replaced with coconut oil, which contains...
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Traditional sour milk scones acquire a pleasant sweet-salty flavor from peanut butter, bacon, and icing sugar. The scone batter is mixed with creamy peanut butter, melted...
Don't let the name of this appetizer fool you. Cucumbers are glazed in a small amount of salted butter, making them softer and more tender, while dill imbues them with a wonderfully refreshing...
This ultra-healthy, fiber-rich vegetarian Italian pasta is also incredibly delicious. Wholegrain spaghetti, with its slightly nutty flavor, makes a wonderful companion...
These homemade granola bars are perfect for a healthy snack on the go. In addition to oatmeal, they contain chopped almonds, chocolate chips, and peanut butter. All this...
Make delicious, juicy Asian-inspired noodles. Cooked linguine pasta (spaghetti can be substituted) is mixed with finely shredded fresh cabbage, cilantro, long, thin strips of sweet...
Unlike traditional tomato soup, this creamy soup is made with baked plum tomatoes. Roasting intensifies the tomatoes' flavor, bringing out their natural...
Italian pasta with cheese and spinach is delicious, juicy, and healthy. Some fresh spinach is added whole to the dish, while the rest is used to make the sauce. Simply blend the greens with goat's milk and...
Although falafel requires some planning and soaking, it's surprisingly easy to make. Spiced chickpea puree balls are deep-fried and...
Potato gratin is a casserole of potatoes in a rich, cheesy sauce, tender on the inside and covered with a golden, crispy crust on top. Yellow potatoes with...
Oatmeal in the morning may seem boring to some, but there are so many ways to make it different. Below is a basic recipe for porridge made with a mixture of milk and natural...
These meatballs are inspired by the popular spicy Buffalo lids. Unlike fried chicken wings, oven-baked meatballs are lighter, lower in calories, and still satisfying...
These wonderful Italian cinnamon rolls differ from the originals by just a couple of additional ingredients, which slightly alter their flavor and aroma, making them similar to the baked goods typical of...
Impress your guests with this exotic side dish and its striking presentation in pineapple boats. The pineapples are sliced lengthwise, leaves included, the pulp is scooped out, and the pieces...
You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries in these pancakes. Gently fold the berries into the batter to prevent them from breaking up prematurely, and to ensure they're juicy, sweet little pockets...
This luxurious drink combines two popular cocktails: the Tequila Sunrise and the Mimosa. It's made without tequila, only with sparkling white wine, grenadine, orange juice, and raspberry, and takes on a...
This fizzy drink is made with real orange juice, but before squeezing the oranges, they're sprinkled with sugar and grilled until caramelized. The flavor...
This gazpacho, bright as the Spanish sun, is made with yellow vegetables that are pre-grilled, imparting a delicious smoky aroma and flavor. It can be grilled...
Mini vegetable sandwiches (sliders) with grilled zucchini slices instead of buns are an easy, low-carb snack that packs a punch with a whole host of flavors. Grill the zucchini slices so...
This version of Spanish gazpacho soup will appeal to those who don't like a uniform soup: all the vegetables—cucumbers, plum tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions—are chopped into small pieces and poured over...
Serve grilled corn with a delicious Asian-inspired topping – kimchi mayo. It's easy to make, just mix mayo with sour cream, kimchi brine, and...
Valerie Bertinelli's quiche captivates with its richness, rich flavor, and the textured combination of a melting, crumbly crust and a vegetable filling nestled in a delicate, set custard. The filling features three types of cheese: Gruyere,...
This delicious and filling Mediterranean-style summer salad is ready in minutes, thanks to a base of couscous that's steamed for just 5 minutes. Pair the couscous with sweet cherry tomatoes,...
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These brownies will be the perfect addition to any party or celebration. They're easy to make and delicious. Peanut butter lovers will especially appreciate them. First, make them with oatmeal and peanut butter...
This light soup is a great way to enjoy summer vegetables during their harvest season. Corn, ground with low-fat milk, gives it a wonderful velvety texture, as if it were made with fatty...
A potato casserole will be lighter, healthier, and juicier if you replace some of the potatoes with zucchini. Add onion rings, spices, and top with a creamy, low-fat mixture...
Lemon zest infuses these Mediterranean-inspired chicken meatballs with a refreshing citrus flavor that pairs perfectly with the rest of the spices and aromatic herbs: chives, thyme,...
This Asian buckwheat soba noodle salad is quick and easy to make, yet the flavor is rich and complex. This is all thanks to the rice vinegar, honey, and soy sauce dressing...
This recipe makes these lean turkey meatballs even juicier and healthier, thanks to the addition of plenty of spinach, celery, onion, and bell pepper. Grated Parmesan cheese adds a touch of flavor...
You can assemble this casserole the night before for a holiday or Sunday breakfast, and then bake it in the morning. Its base isn't just potatoes, but crispy potato balls made from...
This simple Mexican-style frittata is loaded with greens—scallions and fragrant cilantro—which add a distinctive flavor. The omelet is first cooked on the stovetop and then basted with sour cream,...
Although you can make an Italian frittata with almost any vegetable you have in your fridge, spinach remains one of the most popular fillings. This is unsurprising, as it's excellent...
Mini frittatas are perfect as appetizers for parties, buffets, children's parties, or just for a fun breakfast. Plus, mini omelettes cook much faster in...
This hearty vegetarian casserole is a delicious way to use up stale bread. The bread cubes in the bottom layer are soaked in a savory cream, creating a tender base for the casserole, and...
The mushroom mixture adds a unique flavor to this omelet. The more different mushrooms you use, the richer the frittata's flavor will be. Prepare an oven-safe frying pan for the omelet. The mushrooms are fried...
This richly filled Italian frittata omelet is perfect for Sunday brunch, dinner, or even as an appetizer at a house party when cut into bite-sized pieces. In...
Make a delicious frittata with the flavor of pepperoni pizza. Instead of a traditional crust, this pizza is made with a tender and fluffy omelet, thanks to the addition of egg whites. Top it with tomato marinara sauce,...
This vegetable salad can be made a day in advance and refrigerated, and the longer it sits, the richer and brighter the color will be, thanks to the red cabbage.
Coarsely grated raw cauliflower replaces traditional bulgur in this Middle Eastern salad. It resembles the grain, but the tabbouleh is low-calorie and...
Infuse grilled corn with Mediterranean flavor and prepare it Greek-style with fragrant oregano, mint, garlic, and crumbled feta. The grilled corn is brushed with yogurt...
Corn lovers will be even more delighted when you offer them grilled corn on the cob, tightly covered with pieces of crispy bacon - because with fried bacon, any food becomes more delicious!...
Grilled corn develops a richer flavor and summery aroma, but it's even more delicious topped with a fragrant butter. It's the perfect appetizer for grilling parties...
Turkey bacon is thin strips of smoked turkey thigh. It's not as fatty as traditional pork bacon, but it's just as delicious and crispy when baked. This recipe...
Next time you fire up the grill, throw a few avocado wedges on the grate. You'll be amazed at the wonderful, deep, smoky flavor they'll acquire. It's the perfect picnic appetizer, filling,...
Sweet potato wedges, grilled to delicious black grill marks, are much healthier than regular potatoes, make a great side dish for almost any meal, and can also be eaten on their own...
The meaty caps of shiitake mushrooms, with their rich flavor and flat shape, make an interesting alternative to beef patties in these miniature sandwiches. They also cook faster...
Give a classic caprese appetizer a meaty twist by adding Italian prosciutto. This appetizer will be a hit at your party. Slices of mozzarella are wrapped in paper-thin...
The patties for these delicious and healthy vegetarian burgers are made with a blend of fried mushrooms, walnuts, cooked quinoa, and sweet potatoes. Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika...






















































