The Best Mexican Rice by MarthaW

I made this for a Cinco de Mayo party and it was just like the rice you get in a Mexican restaurant. Light, fluffy, and perfect for your next Mexican fiesta!

Frijoles Borrachos by Cindy McNamara

...or Drunken Beans. Why just simmer plain ol' pinto beans when you can add a few ingredients and have MUY Delish Drunken Beans?? I prefer a dark beer for this recipe but any you have on hand should be fine. I used some heirloom Good Mother Stallard beans from Rancho Gordo growers here in Cali. They are available online along with a…

Smothered Cabbage and Potatoes by Just Cookin'

If you like cabbage, you'll love this dish. It is really good in winter time.

Kale and New Potatoes by Christy Torres

This is a healthy dish perfect for early spring and the first harvest of winter kale. It's easy on the pocket book, and even better with homemade chicken broth. The richness of the avocado complement the tang of the feta. This could be served as a side with chicken or pork or as a light meal on its own.

Cheese & Chickpea & Spinach Creamy Soup by "Cheffie Cooks"

A great year round soup-economical with huge flavors.

REAL DUTCH OVEN SPUDS by Gary Christensen

This recipe has been handed down for several generations in my family. The flavor is unique and hearty. They go well with grilled steak and roasted corn on the cob.

wilted endive and bacon by duane

fresh endive and fried bacon in vinegar sauce

Sautéed Swiss Chard by Renee Bryant

This recipe is a Martha Stewart original that I have made a few adaptations to. Even though it tastes decadent, it is actually very healthy and low in calories.

Fiesta Corn by David St. John