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Last-Minute Thanksgiving Appetizer and Side Dish Recipes

Do you have to bring a side dish for Thanksgiving? Did you put off picking out your recipe until the last minute? If you're still searching for something fun (and healthy) to bring to Thanksgiving ...

AppetizersVery Veggie Fried Rice

Very Veggie Fried Rice

When you hear the word "fried" in a recipe title, you automatically assume you are in for an unhealthy dish. With this Very Veggie Fried Rice, you get a lighter version of a Chinese food favorite!...

AppetizersHealthy Recipes to take to the Sunday Funday Football Party

Healthy Recipes to take to the Sunday Funday Football Party

It’s football season again! With game day comes tailgates and Sunday fundays, along with plenty of tasty snacks. From chicken wings, pizza and cheesy dips, these typical party foods aren’t exactly ...

AppetizersButternut Squash Risotto

Butternut Squash Risotto

Fall isn't far off which means hearty soups, apple crisps and other seasonal recipes are on the horizon. Add this healthy, vegetarian Butternut Squash Risotto recipe to your fall menu. Ingredients ...

AppetizersHerby Coconut and Sausage Fried Rice

Herby Coconut and Sausage Fried Rice

Ingredients RICE 1.5 Cups Rice 3 Sausages 1 Onion (died very small) 1 Carrot (diced very small) 1 Stick Celery (diced very small) 3 Cloves Garlic (minced) 1 Cup Chopped Cauliflower 2 Eggs 1/4 Cup ...

AppetizersMediterranean Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

This is the perfect summery dish. Ingredients 1 Cup chopped red onion 1 1/2 Cucumbers, diced (approx. 4 Cups) 2 red bell peppers (approx. 2-3 Cups) 1 Cup roughly chopped cilantro 2 Tablespoons oliv...

AlmondsToasted Almond + Quinoa Salad

Toasted Almond + Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked quinoa 1/2 Cup almonds, chopped see note 1/2 Cup dried cranberries 1-11oz can mandarin oranges, mostly drained 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons ground gin...

AppetizersMason Jar Carrot Noodle Salad w/Sweet Chili Vinaigrette

Mason Jar Carrot Noodle Salad w/Sweet Chili Vinaigrette

The key to a great mason jar salad is the layering and packing it in tight, so things don't move around. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon Thai sweet red chili sauce ...

AppetizersZucchini Tots

Zucchini Tots

Yields 12 mini tots Ingredients 1 cup zucchini, grated (for me this was one zucchini, about 7 inches in length) 1 egg ¼ of an onion, diced ¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated ¼ cup d...

AppetizersBrussels Sprouts With Turkey Bacon And Pine Nuts

Brussels Sprouts With Turkey Bacon And Pine Nuts

This Brussels Sprouts recipe makes a great side dish at Thanksgiving. Ingredients: 1 to 1/2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, rinsed with cool water and drained. Cut in half or whole. 4 to 6 slices tu...

AppetizersSpicy Garlic Oven Fries

Spicy Garlic Oven Fries

Great for serving alongside sandwiches, this is an easy, low-fat recipe for crispy oven fries flavored with fresh garlic, sweet paprika and cayenne. Ingredients: 2-1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cu...

AppetizersFarro & Kale Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes

Farro & Kale Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes

Looking for a new recipe for summer but have run out of ideas of what to cook? Your questions have been answered! A decadant dish that will wow your dinner guests with just the right ingredients, n...

AppetizersCoconut Almond Slaw Recipe

Coconut Almond Slaw Recipe

This Coconut Almond Slaw is light, bright and goes great with grilled seafood or chicken, or on a bed of mixed greens as a salad. Ingredients ¼ teaspoon mustard ½ tablespoon vinegar 1 Tabl...

AppetizersPopeye Risotto - Gluten Free

Popeye Risotto - Gluten Free

Popeye Risotto: Spinach Stock Olive oil 2 teaspoon Garlic 2 tablespoons Baby Spinach 9 oz (1 Bag) Grey Salt 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper 1/8 teaspoon White Wine 1/4 cup Cardamom 2 Wh...

AppetizersHomemade Noodle Kugel

Homemade Noodle Kugel

Every year I’m always invited to a very close friends Hanukkah party, so I wanted to make an authentic Jewish dish for everyone to enjoy. After much thought, I decided to make homemade Noodle Kugel...

AppetizersFarro Salad with Kumquats, Blood Orange, and Kale

Farro Salad with Kumquats, Blood Orange, and Kale

This Recipe was submitted by Elizabeth Stark from Brooklyn Supper, one of the authors of www.brooklynsupper.net. Try making this beautiful looking salad to finish off summer on a healthy note. Wi...