Vegetable Lasagna by Salad Foodie

Lasagna laced with garden vegetables and whole wheat noodles makes a healthier pasta alternative to traditional lasagna. Don’t let the list of ingredients and/or chopping daunt you.(I just consider it my afternoon therapy session.) The veggies are cut in small pieces to layer better between noodles. Sub any combo of veggies preferred…

Baked Penne with Vegetables by Salad Foodie

Reminiscent of lasagna but loaded with veggies, this dish will take center stage at group gatherings. It makes good use of summer's zucchini surplus, so file the recipe away in your stash of squash faves. Don't let the cauliflower put you off - it is so well camouflaged that while many noticed the zucchini, no one detected cauliflower…

Bouquet garni by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Bouquet garni you COULD JUST TIE THESE LEAVES AND SPRIGS INTO A BUNCH, THEN TOSS THE SEEDS INTO THE POT, BUT WE PREFER TO MAKE THEM INTO A NEAT PAR­CEL. use THE 'BUTT' OF THE LEEK (the OUTER TWO LEAVES) AS THE WRAP­PING AND KITCHEN STRING TO HOLD IT ALL IN PLACE. A bouquet garni WILL KEEP FRESH FOR SEVERAL DAYS IF STORED IN…

Ratatouille by Casey Angelova

For me Ratatouille encompasses all the best that August/September has to offer. It's delicate essence balances harmoniously with simple grilled or roasted meats. The subtle layers of flavor create a symphony that will make your mouth sing. For those of you who haven't experienced Ratatouille, I suggest that this be your maiden…

Eggplant Parmesan (Slow Cooker or Crockpot version) by Salad Foodie

This recipe based on one from Allrecipes.com served 8 and was cooked in a 5-quart slow cooker. I cut the recipe in half for 4 servings (which is the recipe below.) It cooks well in a 2 1/2 to 3-quart slow cooker. Whichever size you make, I think you’ll like this easy-does it version of yummy Eggplant Parmesan! (Note:…

Butternut squash with quinoa by Lemon Squeezy

A great vegetarian alternative to chilli con carne

Gnocchi with a spicy tomato & mascarpone sauce by Brett Ede

Mixed peppers stuffed with rice by Lemon Squeezy

A glorious vegetarian meal that’s also gluten free

Rigatoni with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce by B Innes

A great pasta sauce for those extra peppers

Zucchini and Eggplant Ratatouille copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia Inc./Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Fresh zucchini, eggplant, onion- these vegetables should be very fresh, eggplants and zucchini should be firm. Buy your produce locally from a local farm is possible to insure freshness. Ratatouille of Zucchini and Eggplant From my best sellling book…

Tortino di Melanzane ( Eggplant casserole) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Eggplant Parmigiana (Slow Cooker version) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

Eggplant Rollatini by B Innes

A great, delicious, and easy to prepare main course

Asparagus Tips with Pasta by Brett Ede

Ratatouille copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati