Smashed Red Potato Pie by myra byanka

Rich potato dish to serve family and friends for dinner.

Salsa Ranchera by Kathleen is Cooking in Mexico

Salsa is the ketchup of Mexico, but much more tasty, varied and appealing. Salsa Ranchera is served all over Mexico, adding a zesty flavor to meats, eggs, or anything served in a tortilla.

Mexican Rice Pilaf by myra byanka

Generally, Mexican cooks make this rice with fresh tomatoes, but ever the corner-cutter, I use petite diced, drained.

Asparagus with Lemon Sauce by Salad Foodie

This fulfilled my need to go beyond that same old, same old steamed asparagus. The lip-smacking sauce is just lemony-perfect. Inspired by allrecipes.com.

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…

Incredible, Skinny Roasted Garlic Mashers by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

This recipe is it! These are one of my favorite ways to make mashed potatoes. And for garlic lovers, a dream come true. When you roast garlic it has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor. They taste just like the rich decadent potatoes you get in a 5 star restaurant only skinnier. The skinny for 1 serving is only 94 calories, 3.6 grams…

Hot Pepper Jelly by Chef Smith

Dirty Rice with Andouille Sausage by myra byanka

This is a great recipe for potlucks or holidays. I have substituted andouille sausage for gizzards.

Cheesy Yellow Squash Casserole by myra byanka

Yummy comfort food dish.

Classic Potato Salad by myra byanka

Recipe by Hellman's, straight off the jar, with a little tweaking.

Homemade Cole Slaw by Chef Chuck

A perfect side for burgers and sandwiches.

Corn 101 and a Recipe for Simple and Skinny Grilled Corn on the Cob... by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox


These days you can’t go into a supermarket or visit your local farmers market and not see piles of fresh corn on the cob. One of our favorite things about summer is corn. It’s delicious boiled, grilled, microwaved or cut raw right off the cob.…

Skinny Classic Baked Beans by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Your search might just be over…These classic baked beans are simply wonderful. You’ll love the ease of this recipe, too. Made with such a rich barbecued flavor and a bit of a kick. Great to serve for barbecues or picnics with chicken, beef, pork, burgers or hot dogs. Many recipes for baked beans include bacon or chunks of pork. My…

Guacamole by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Guacamole

Basic Noodle Bake, Additions Welcomed by myra byanka

Yummy comfort food casserole to which you can add what you'd like, e.g., early peas, broccoli, tuna, ham bits, chopped bacon, etc. I love the basic recipe with meat loaf and green beans.