Spinach Basil Orzo by Mary Joseph

Can you believe I *just* discovered Orzo about 2 months ago? I'm officially a huge fan and this is one of the many recipes I've come up with using a pasta that is in my top 3 faves.

A J Bump's Carrot Casserole by david spottiswood

Indian Stuffed Okra (Bhindi Masala) by Mihir Shah

The reason most folks don't have Okra in their first string of recipes is they don't know the right spices to use. Indian spiced okra dishes are gems. Your kids won't like it, but you and your friends will. This dish can be served as a side to Indian meats, can also be used as a side to bbq (cajun bbq), or can be served as a main…

Japanese Spinach Salad, Ohitashi by John Spottiswood

This is a delicious way to consume large quantities of one of the healthiest foods on the planet...spinach! I came to love this when I lived in Japan from 1991-1992, and make it frequently now because it is so easy, healthful and delicious. Serve this with any Asian dish, or any meat and potatoes. It's not particularly spicy, but…

Delicious Twice Baked Potatoes by Wendy Jarvis

This is my sister recipe and it is tasty! When I was younger I had asked for the recipe and she told me it was a secret. My sister also advised me you can add ricotta cheese to this for a change. Omit the salt in recipe.

Roasted Pepper Halves with Bread Crumbe Topping Peperoni Arrostiti by Catherine Pappas

Adapted from: Lidia’s Italian-American Kitchen. These make a delicious appetizer or side dish. Enjoy and Cook with Love, Catherine

Asparagus with Parmesan Crust by Evelyn Scott

Can be used as either a side dish or a warm appetizer. Indulge yourself with the finest balsamic vinegar you can find.

Smoke Your Yogurt! by kathy gori

Ever since I was a kid, I've been a sucker for flamboyant table gestures. You know what I'm talking about. The Caesar salad made at the table, the flaming Cherries Jubilee, the blazing Baked Alaska, all those guys at Benihana flinging sharp knives around. Drama! So it was the gesture I was looking for last night. Paula Wolfert was…

Ranch Style Baked Beans by Shannon Sweezy

Orange Sauce (for cooked carrots) by Micheline

Are you tired of serving plain carrots? This is an excellent sweet sauce you can serve on top of cooked carrots to impress family and friends. You can serve the plain sauce or as in the photo you can add peeled orange slices to the sauce before adding to the cooked carrots for a fancier looking dish or for a special occasion.

Pineapple Heaven by kaitlyn

My boyfriends grandmother introduced me to this recipe. I adore it! It is so simple, even your children can help.

Pace Fiesta Beer Rice by Joann Mathias

Cranberry Apple Sauce by A.L. Wiebe

Delicious cranberry apple sauce with a twist.

Cranberry Orange Sauce by A.L. Wiebe

Another, delicious, variation of cranberry sauce.

Gorgonzola-Sauced Pasta by Chef Feiny www.feintastingfoods.com