The great thing about couscous is how fast it cooks. Just throw it into some boiling liquid, remove from heat and let it set for 5 minutes. So easy. Try to find whole grain couscous if you can.
Mushroom & Sun-Dried Tomato Couscous
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Country Potato Salad
A little ham lends a smoky flavor to this salad. The lemon buttermilk dressing offers a nice departure from the usual mayonnaise laden salads. Use leftover roasted potatoes to bring this dish together quickly, with no fuss. Tip: You can get around buying buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup […]
Colcannon (Potatoes & Cabbage)
This classic Irish side dish usually contains cream and butter. This version is lightened with low-fat milk. There’s so much flavor from the garlic, thyme, and scallions that you won’t miss the added fat.
Cocoa-Date Oatmeal
A great way to start your day. You’ll love it for the nutrition, your kids will love the taste! The dates sweeten the oatmeal so you won’t need any added sugar.
Citrus Vinaigrette
Pair this vinaigrette with some bold flavored greens that can stand up to the big zesty wow factor of this dressing.
Chive Infused Olive Oil
Just a few seconds in the blender and you’ve got some mighty tasty oil. Pair with some good vinegar and a hint of salt and fresh pepper for a complete salad dressing.
Chinese Noodles with Vegetables
You could use any noodles you have on hand for this stir fry and for that matter, any vegetables as well. As long as you stick to the same flavorings of sesame, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, it’ll be delicious. Tip: This dish is sort of meant to be eaten warm, but the leftovers do […]
Chickpea & Red Onion Salad
This salad comes together very quickly and would be just as tasty with any of your favorite herbs if you don’t have parsley–cilantro or basil would work particularly well. Because the dressing is all in the chickpeas and onions, this is a great lunch salad–pack your lettuce and chickpea mix separately and combine when you’re […]