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Appetizers

  • Artichoke Dip, perfect for serving at room temperature; holds up well. Simple recipe.
  • Baba Ghanoush, a Mideastern-style dip/spread made w/ roasted eggplant
  • Hummus Dip, a Mideastern bean dip seasoned w/ lemon, garlic, sesame.
  • Pesto Torta, with layers of pesto and buttery cream cheese. Perfect for setting out indefinately; keeps well at room temperature.
  • Quiche Lorraine, more of a brunch food, but it makes a great appetizer too. Homemade crust uses butter, no hydrogenated fats or lard, and tastes excellent. Make and freeze crust ahead of time to make prep even easier on serving day.
  • Stuffed Grape Leaves, a favorite Greek recipe, flavored with apple, mint, raisins... a healthy vegetarian appetizer.
  • Stuffed Mushrooms, a classic recipe; mushrooms are the perfect vehicle for a juicy, delicious filling


    Soups

    • Barley Mushroom Soup, a whole-grain, simple recipe; the tomato, rosemary, and garlic blend perfectly
    • Black Bean Soup, a hearty vegetarian soup; a protein-rich, flavorful, simple recipe
    • Borscht, a great way to use beets, in a healthy version of a Russian classic
    • Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a great recipe to help the family to eat their veggies
    • Butternut Squash Soup, using a simple method of cooking squash; pureed with apple juice and a simple spice mix for a quick, delicious, creamy soup, that's still healthy!
    • Chili, a traditional recipe, great as a starting point: Add more favorite spices and ingredients to make it your own
    • Chipotle Potato Soup, using roasted veggies to increase flavor, without any saturated fat. A touch of smoky spicyness!
    • Cream of Chestnut Soup, a labor of love, perhaps, but with undeniable richness
    • Cream of Mushroom Soup, using a French technique of cooking down mushrooms, concentrating the flavor. Easily frozen to make future meals even easier
    • Creamy Potato Soup, using Swiss and blue cheese, plus Dijon mustard, nutmeg- a New Deli favorite
    • French Onion Soup, a classic recipe, w/saved up, frozen meat drippings and stock adding flavor; unique "roux" makes it a simple recipe
    • Red Lentil Soup, popular for its quick-cooking, as well as its flavor; the sweet potatoes and curried spices add nutrition and an ethnic twist
    • Roasted Pepper Soup, putting plentiful, seasonal harvests of peppers to work; a creamy blend of flavors
    • Split Pea Soup, a low-fat, vegetarian version of the classic
    • Tomato Basil Soup, using a unique blend of lemon, orange, and bay leaf, mellowed out with the addition of cooked carrot

    Salads

    • Broccoli Salad, a potluck favorite; easy, w/ simple ingredients
    • 7 Layer Salad, easy to make ahead, attractive to serve. Layers of lettuce and diced veggies, topped w/frozen peas, bacon, Parmesan cheese and mayonnaise dressing
    • German Potato Salad, a different take on potato salad, using olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar in the dressing
    • Green Salad w/Raspberry Vinaigrette, made economical by marinating frozen raspberries (or leftover raspberry seed/pulp) in white vinegar, for homemade dressing
    • Hawaiian Rice Salad, an exotic blend of natural flavors, using frozen pineapple juice concentrate, coconut cream, macadamias, and dried mango
    • Italian Dressing, perfect for making Greek salads, and other varieties. Easy method of freezing "concentrate" makes for "fresh" batches without the fuss
    • Jell-O, Natural Style, using frozen 100% fruit juice concentrates instead of the typical artificially flavored and sugar-sweetened jello fare. Hints for using agar-agar (a vegetarian substitute for gelatin), too.
    • Pecan Pear Salad w/Poppyseed Dressing, a perfect combination of flavors, perfect to use on organic baby greens
    • Ranch Dressing, with natural flavors, herbs, lemon... no msg! Delicious, too
    • Sante Fe Salad, a simple salad using fresh corn off the cobb (or frozen), plus black beans, tomato, spices
    • Tortellini Salad, a cold pasta salad; light citrus dressing w/veggies makes this an easy recipe for parties and to bring to potlucks. Healthy recipe too!
    • Wild Rice Pilaf, w/ brown rice, walnuts, herbs; some carrot adds color. Rich in flavor; a hearty vegetarian salad

    Breads: Corn Bread, Nut Breads, Muffins, Scones

    • Blueberry Muffins, using fresh-ground oat flour (made w/ oat meal), adds more whole-grain goodness!
    • Corn Bread, maple syrup-sweetened, with fine-ground corn meal, and corn oil (or olive oil)
    • Cranberry Bread, similar to a Betty Crocker classic, but with some short-cuts. Hearty and substantial; perfect for gift-giving!
    •  Persimmon Bread, a holiday treat, plenty decadent, but giving everyone a healthy dose of fresh fruit as well

    Pasta Salads, Rice Salads

    • Angel Hair Pasta w/Mushrooms, w/soy sauce and balsamic vinegar, reduced for a flavorful sauce. A great cold pasta salad, or serve warm w/chunks of chicken, Parmesan cheese
    • Hawaiian Rice Salad, packed w/natural flavors, using frozen pineapple juice concentrate, plus macadamias for texture. Coconut cream concentrate (from Tropical Traditions), or even coconut oil from the health food store, adds even more flavor
    • Sesame Noodles, w/ toasted sesame oil adding extra flavor. Buckwheat soba noodles make this a healthy, whole-grain option, great for gluten-free diets
    • Thai Noodle Salad, seasoned w/cilantro, sesame oil, peanuts; carrots, red peppers add color
    • Tortellini Salad, w/ grilled veggies and a citrus dressing (lemon, orange, and lime zest). Colorful; perfect for potlucks and parties
    • Wild Rice Pilaf, w/ brown rice, walnuts, herbs; some carrot adds color. Rich in flavor; a hearty vegetarian side dish (Or use to stuff chicken breasts)


    Side Dishes and Sauces

    • Butternut Squash, Mashed, made healthy, easy and flavorful by using fresh-baked squash, adding frozen apple juice concentrate instead of sugar
    • Chicken Stock, just using what might get thrown away- save money by cooking up the carcass after roasting chicken for other recipes!
    • Eggplant Recipe, a simple way to cook up eggplant; tender, silky texture. A great addition to salads, sandwiches
    • Green Beans w/Caramelized Onions, topped with toasted, slivered almonds; a healthier version of the classic "Green Bean Casserole". Using naturally sweet and flavorful caramelized onions, with extra texture from the slivered almonds, this is a tasty option, especially for holiday meals
    • Hollandaise Sauce, a revised version, using the microwave to heat lemon juice first, which helps yolks to get a head-start cooking. Even works w/ olive oil in place of the butter; a heart-healthy recipe indeed!
    • Jello Mold, Natural Style, using frozen 100% fruit juice concentrates instead of the typical artificially flavored and sugar-sweetened jello fare. Hints for using agar-agar (a vegetarian substitute for gelatin), too
    • Jell-O Mold, Original, using various Jell-O flavors, plus cream and pineapple juice; an artful presentation!
    • Lemon Caper Sauce, a perfect accompaniment for fish dinners; good on roast beef or tuna sandwiches, too. Tips for making a sauce "concentrate", which will keep for months in the refrigerator (Just add fresh garlic, lemon, and green onion when serving, to keep it fresh)
    • Mandarin Orange Marinade, a colorful but simple, easy recipe; good to add color to the dinner menu
    • Polenta, easiest method: Mix boiling water into corn meal, microwaving or baking. Less stirring! Turns out creamy, soft, so flavorful
    • Sweet Potato Casserole, similar to the classic Thanksgiving casserole, but healthier without the canned yams and marshmallows. A nutty streusel topping makes it extra tasty
    • Stuffing Recipe, w/ fresh herbs, and celery and onion sauteed in butter first. Easy to make; oh-so-good!
    • Tabbouleh,a healthy whole-grain side dish, perfect for warm weather; the spearmint and cucumber are cool and refreshing. No need to soak and drain the bulgar; just add boiling water for this extra easy Tabbouleh recipe!
    • Tortellini w/Citrus Dressing, w/grilled veggies and lemon, orange, and lime zest. A colorful, appetizing dish
    • Veggie Kabobs, a simple recipe: Marinate veggies in an easy oil-vinegar mix first. Serve w/ ginger sauce
    • Yorkshire Pudding, a perfect side for Prime Rib dinner, using flavorful drippings from the roast to make a classic English side dish. Easy to make, as the batter can be prepared a day ahead

    Main Dish, Dinner Ideas

    • Beef Bourguignon, w/red wine and sauteed veggies; shortcuts on the Julia Child recipe included!
    • Beef Stroganoff, using chuck roast, mushrooms, sour cream; made easy using pressure cooker or slow cooker. Crock pot started in the morning- dinner by evening
    • Black Bean Enchiladas, w/ tasty Mexican-style red sauce; a great vegetarian dinner idea, or fill with chicken
    • Chicken Alfredo, New Deli-style, with lots of flavor from garlic, fresh grated black pepper, and nutmeg. A bit less fat makes it healthy; a quick and easy recipe
    • Chicken Paprikash, a great chicken w/ pasta recipe; using boneless, skinless chicken breast makes it a quick and easy recipe
    • Chicken w/Pesto, New Deli Style, with our special recipe for pesto, extra green, fresh, tasty. Pound chicken breasts so they cook more quickly, staying moist and tender
    • Chicken Piccata, "hammering" the chicken breast makes it extra tender, cooking up moist. Simple recipe, but elegant dinner choice, garnished w/ capers, lemon, parsley
    • Chicken Provencal, a French-inspired chicken w/ pasta recipe, w/ extra grilled veggies in a tomato-based sauce. Nicoise or Kalamata olives add the perfect touch
    • Chicken Terrine, a simplified version of a classic. An easy, elegant addition to the buffet table. Looks great, but can be prepared ahead of time
    • Chili Rellenos, with authentic Mexican Red Sauce. A good vegetarian dinner idea; economical too
    • Dry Rub for Roast Beef, one of the simplest answers to easy dinners: Simply rub this blend of seasonings on choice of beef cut, before cooking. Herbs and spices, plus a touch of heat from cayenne and salt, add flavor, and some sugar helps beef brown nicely
    • Ginger Chicken, an extra simple marinade, 45 minutes in the oven, and this tasty chicken is ready to serve
    • Indian Curry, a good basic recipe; alter according to tastes. Using red lentils as a sauce base, served w/tofu, over brown rice. A great vegetarian dinner idea!
    • Leg of Lamb Mosaic, an elegant dinner choice; a colorful way to serve lamb: Boned, butterflied, wrapped around veggies and herbs. Delicious
    • Moussaka, another vegetarian dinner idea, or add lamb for a more traditional moussaka. The casserole goes ethnic! Prepare some ingredients ahead of time and this can come together fairly easily, even if it does seem elaborate
    • Pork Loin Roast, to get a juicy, tender roast, use this simple marinade (made easy with the use of frozen apple juice concentrate). No msg or added chemicals when made from scratch
    • Pork Loin Roast with Apple Sage Stuffing, "butterfly" pork loin, opening up more surface area through cutting into it. Stuff with simple apple sage corn bread stuffing, roll up, tie, and roast. Elegant dinner choice
    • Portabella Mushroom Burger, sans the meat- a vegetarian dinner choice that's still satisfying. The big Portabella mushroom is loaded with flavor when prepared like this
    • Prime Rib Roast, including a recipe for Yorkshire Pudding and Blue Cheese Cream Sauce. Tips for "holding the beef", so as to serve it warm without overcooking it
    • Shrimp Salad w/Capers, a simple recipe that tastes great. Saute raw shrimp (instead of using pre-cooked), for maximum flavor, freshness
    • Spaghetti and Meatballs, seasoned w/Italian-style seasonings. Finish baking meatballs in oven after browning; they hold up better!
    • Spinach Frittata, a vegetarian dinner choice; great for brunch too. Simple frittata recipe; no tricky pre-baking, broiling... just put in pan, bake, and serve!
    • Tri-Tip Roast, interchangeable with London Broil (the Tri-Tip cut has been more popular in certain areas, though that is changing). Tri-Tip is a small roast perfect for less people
    • Tuna w/Hollandaise Sauce, a great way to serve fresh (or frozen) tuna steak, baking in foil with veggies to keep moisture in. The easy Hollandaise recipe uses the microwave for a shortcut; olive oil can even substitute for butter, for a heart-healthy meal

    Vegetarian Dishes

    • Angel Hair Pasta w/Mushrooms, w/soy sauce and balsamic vinegar, reduced for a flavorful sauce. A great cold pasta salad, or serve warm w/ parmesan cheese
    • Baba Ghanoush, a silky smooth dip or spread made from roasted eggplant and tahini; perfect as a dip or sandwich spread
    • Black Bean Chili, a flavorful vegetarian chili; easy to freeze portions to have convenient meals at a later date
    • Frittata, choose from 3 variations: Spinach, Artichoke, or Green Chili. Simple frittata recipe!
    • Hawaiian Rice Salad, packed w/natural flavors, using frozen pineapple juice concentrate, plus macadamias for texture. Coconut cream concentrate (from Tropical Traditions), or even coconut oil from the health food store, adds even more flavor
    • Hummus Spread, perfect for sandwiches; add sprouts, tomato, cucumber, and onion, and serve on the traditional pita, or favorite bread choice
    • Moussaka, a layered casserole of sorts, using eggplant, brown rice, hummus, tomato, topped w/ bechamel type sauce
    • Polenta, easiest method: Mix boiling water into corn meal, microwaving or baking. Less stirring! Turns out creamy, soft, so flavorful
    • Salad Recipes, get plenty of ideas for vegetarian meals on the "salad page"
    • Sesame Noodles, w/ toasted sesame oil adding extra flavor. Buckwheat soba noodles make this a healthy, whole-grain option, great for gluten-free diets
    • Soup Recipes, vegetarian-style. Hearty enough to make a meal of!
    • Veggie Kabobs, a savory way to serve veggies. Just add rice, plus tempeh or tofu, as desired
    • Wild Rice Pilaf, w/ brown rice, walnuts, herbs; some carrot adds color. Rich in flavor; a hearty vegetarian side dish (Or use to stuff chicken breasts)

    Desserts

    • Angel Food Cake, using all-purpose flour instead of the typical cake flour (which is more processed)
    • Baba Rum Cake, a perfect holiday dessert, can be made ahead (it keeps quite well). Make a non-alcoholic version if desired
    • Banana Bread, healthy recipe using flax seed meal (easily ground up in a small electric coffee grinder), plus wheat bran and molasses. No added oils or fats (except for wholesome walnuts, and they're good for you!)
    • Caramel Apples, using just a few simple ingredients: Sugar, cream, and apples
    • Caramel Sauce, a basic caramel recipe, great on ice cream. A simple recipe to use for making delicious dessert, fast
    • Carrot Cake, using healthy oil instead of butter or margarine. Full of carrots, but still a tasty dessert
    • Chocolate Cake w/Pistachio, w/a layer of pistachio cream (similar to almond paste), flavored w/ raspberry from frozen raspberry juice concentrate
    • Chocolate Mousse, a quick, easy recipe using simple ingredients; this mousse is creamy, melt-in-your-mouth. And, it holds its shape!
    • Chocolate Truffle Cake, a dense chocolate torte; like mousse or pudding- so creamy and rich! But super-easy to make, a quick recipe with simple ingredients. Saves money too- no Kahlua (as in original recipe), but a simple mix of espresso coffee and maple syrup substitutes well
    • Double Chocolate Torte, w/toasted nuts, chocolate, and dried fruit (soaked in liquor or coffee). This torte has very little flour; a dense, rich torte that will go far, serving a large party.
    • Flan, Honey-Sweetened, light custard, elegant dessert made easy w/shortcuts (microwave milk instead of scalding on stove)
    • Fresh Fruit Tart, w/easy glaze (microwaving some frozen raspberry juice concentrate, jam, and gelatin), in a walnut crust
    • Fruit Dip Recipe, flavored w/coconut and frozen pineapple juice concentrate for a tropical flair. Great w/fruit kabobs of pineapple, strawberries, and mango
    • Fruitcake, using natural dried fruits, no citron or other artificially-colored "fruits". Sweetened with honey and molasses; a "natural" winner for holiday gift-giving!
    • Fudge, a perfect hostess gift, great for holiday gift-giving. Choose from several recipes: Easy, Traditional, or Chocolate/Peanut Butter
    • German Chocolate Cake, the classic recipe, but using economical chocolate chips (instead of the expensive baker's chocolate). Unbleached flour is also used (a touch more wholesome)
    • Gingerbread Cookies, perfect for the holidays. Kids of all ages can use dried fruits and nuts to decorate; healthier cookies that taste great, with less frosting mess
    • Kahlua Chocolate Truffle Cake, an easy recipe for an elegant dessert with rich chocolate flavor; almost like mouse. With a pudding-like inside and crisp outer texture, this simple recipe almost melts in your mouth. Find a no-Kahlua version here
    • Lemon Bars, in the Shaker tradition of using whole, thinly-sliced lemons to add extra flavor. No need to zest or juice lemons; just let the sliced lemons steep in the sugar overnight. The lemon flavor permeates the filling
    • Mint Chocolate Brownies,  just add to your favorite brownie recipe: A nice contrast between a layer of sweet mint and the unsweetened chocolate layer on top gives these brownies appeal
    • Oatmeal Millet Cookies, perfect for gluten-free diets; oatmeal is easily processed into flour. Millet and other seeds and nuts are toasted and added to the mix. Result: A great, crunchy cookie, healthy too
    • Orange Cake w/Chocolate Buttercream, using up the leftover egg yolks from making buttercream, in a light chocolate filling. Natural orange flavor comes from a syrup using frozen orange juice concentrate, spread over the sponge cake layers
    • Peanut Butter Brownies, a favorite at The New Deli, with a layer of peanut filling that tastes like Reeses' Peanut Butter Cup
    • Pear Fruit Tart w/Custard, a quick and easy recipe, thanks to some short-cut methods using the microwave (to poach pears and make the custard)
    • Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt, A quick and easy recipe, making the custard part in the microwave. Economical, especially for making large quantities. And it's with all natural ingredients
    • Pumpkin Pie, Traditional, a simple method of baking fresh pumpkin (just keep it whole, pop it in the oven), makes this classic recipe more wholesome; still quick and easy
    • Pumpkin Pie, Chiffon, for a change of pace, a twist on the classic pumpkin pie uses whipped egg whites (and some gelatin) to make a light filling, more like an exquisite mousse, fragrant with extra spices. An easy gingerbread crust simply uses cracker crumbs and fresh ginger- no extra cookie crumbs to come by
    • Red Velvet Cake, with a few short-cuts, thanks to a microwave method of making the old-fashioned, classic roux-style frosting
    • Red Velvet Cake using food coloring PASTE, a more economical way to add that deep red color to the cake (cheaper than liquid food coloring). Also featured: An extra large frosting recipe. The extra frosting is enough to frost 6 layers (after baking three layers and cutting them in half)
    • Rice Pudding, a honey-sweetened dessert using whole grain brown rice, topped with a thick layer of custard; healthy and tasty
    • Toffee, a quick and easy candy; perfect for gift giving. Once the method is grasped, this recipe can be whipped up anytime, within minutes, for many a spontaneous occasion

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