This fresh dish uses grilling to bring out the best flavor and texture in eggplants. Topped with a simple tomato salad, this is a light summer side that will be welcome at any picnic table.
Grilled Eggplant
Dish: Vegetarian
Peanut Butter & Fruit Rolls
This easy snack is perfect for kids to make themselves and perfect to pack in a lunchbox. If your child’s classroom is peanut-free, sunflower seed butter makes a nice, allergy-safe alternative.
Roasted Chipotle-Lime Broccoli
Broccoli is absolutely the most exciting dish on the table…when you top it with a tangy, tasty sauce like this one. Serve as a side with your favorite southwestern entrees.
Tortillas
Simple corn tortillas use very few ingredients and require no complicated kneading processes or long rise times, making them one of the most basic breads you can learn to bake. Tip: To keep the dough from sticking to your press or pie plate, split a large plastic freezer bag along its seams and place the […]
Baked Oatmeal Cups
These little cups are the champs of make-ahead breakfast foods. Mix up a big batch at the beginning of the week and keep them in the fridge for an easy reheat option for breakfast or snacks. They’re definitely better warm as the texture is that of baked oatmeal, not of muffins. Toss in a little […]
Asian Green Bean Salad
This is a light and fresh salad that makes for a simple and healthful brown-bag lunch at work or school. Snow peas can be substituted for the beans. Garnish with a cilantro sprig.
Roasted Jalapeño & Lime Hummus
The heat of jalapeño peppers is balanced in this southwestern-inspired hummus by zesty lime. Serve with your favorite Guiding Star-earning tortilla chip or cut veggies. This would be an excellent recipe to serve with jicama sticks. Tip: Take care while working with hot peppers: their oils can burn if you rub your eyes or touch […]
Banana Cream Sundaes
Looking for a more nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth? Frozen bananas can be pureed into a satisfying substitute for ice cream. Topped with fresh cherries, coconut, and nuts, it’s a downright treat. Tip: Freeze bananas that are brown and very ripe for the sweetest dish.