Sweet Zucchini Pickles by Salad Foodie

Too many zucchini - what to do? A recipe by Chuck Allen (Palm Springs) caught my eye. Expectations are high from this retired chef, so he takes this recipe as a hostess gift. It is as colorful as it is delicious and lasts about 6 weeks refrigerated. The only thing I added was small cauliflowerettes. What an attractive conversation…

Asparagus Almandine by Salad Foodie

From the description of this recipe reads: "Something magical happens when asparagus meets almonds and lemon. Crispy nuts, tart citrus and ... asparagus combine to make a taste sensation. This side dish is elegant for any entertaining party, but easy enough for any ordinary meal." I made half the recipe following instructions and…

Kale with Kalamata Olives by Salad Foodie

Kale is hearty and healthy, and often teams in winter soups with potatoes and beans. But in this recipe, based on Deborah Madison’s Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone, it takes center stage. Quick to prepare it is a pleasant change from other green sides. Don’t let the volume of a one pound bunch of kale scare you off - it cooks down!

Steamed Green Beans with Lemon & Dill by Salad Foodie

Delightfully easy and refreshing, these lemon-laced green beans compliment chicken, pork, beef or vegetarian meals.

Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots by Peanut Butter and Peppers

Sweet and Savory roasted carrots a perfect side dish that would compliment any meal.

Grilled Potato Chips by Peanut Butter and Peppers

Mix it up with sweet and white potatoes on the grill. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect side dish to go with any barbecue dish!

Easy Grilled Potatos by Wendi Taylor

Make "baked" potatos on the grill. Easy & delicious.

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic by Susan

Grilled Squash by Wendi Taylor

Inspired by my neighbors Katie & Jack. A neighborhood summer favorite.

Vegetarian Pinto Beans by Wendi Taylor

A family crock-pot favorite. Simple, easy, and delicious.

Calico Squash Casserole by ginger

One of my mom's recipes. Love it! Great use of squash, lot of color and great flavor and texture.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus by Teri A

This is a great high protein snack or appetizer. Add other elements such as artichoke hearts, olives or mixed veggies to create diverse variations of this recipe. The options are endless!

Mushrooms, Kale, and Sweet Potatoes in Quinoa by Teri A

Kale is considered a "super food", it contains the glucosinolate isothiocyanate (ITC) that fights the formation of H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori), a bacterial growth in the stomach lining that can lead to gastric cancer. One cup of kale has only 36 calories and zero grams of fat, which makes it a great diet aid as well. EAT…

Basil Mash with Olive & Caper Peperonata by Phyllis Smith

This, from Denis Cotter of Cafe Paradiso in Cork, is comfort food any time of the year you can find great potatoes and peppers. He uses spring onions; I have substituted scallions because they are easier to find but if you have spring onions available, use 2. I also use non-fat milk, but I doubt Chef Cotter does.

Cornbread and Sweet Sausage Stuffing by Chef Chuck

This recipe gets rave reviews!