Bacon Green Beans by Beth Roan

Adding bacon makes such a big difference

Fiesta Chopped Salad by Salad Foodie

I’m on a mission to find great new (to me) recipes using zucchini, and this perky salad was the first to be tried. A healthy colorful side salad, full of summer garden veggies with a refreshing light dressing. It meets my criteria for a “Keeper.” Score One!

Zucchini, Yellow Squash & Radish Salad by Salad Foodie

So colorful, light and refreshing, this goes over well at summer feeds, and helps use up your garden harvest. Make this in advance to allow a thorough chilling, about 2 hours. It's best served the day made. Sub any veggies you want for variations, or change to a main dish salad over pasta. Leftovers can top salad greens for yet…

Pumpkin Cookies by Brittany Hoverman

Reduced Fat Pumpkin Cookies by Brittany Hoverman

Vegan Carrot Noodles by Jennifer

I love this dish, it really fixed my craving for a warm comforting bowl of pasta. You could also make it with curry. The possibilities are endless. It's also delicious served cold.

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Cheesecake Wontons by S. Cumbo

Points: 1 Weight Watchers Points plus Servings: 40 Serving Size: 1 wonton Nutritional Info: 31.3 calories, .4g of fat, 6.3g carbohydrates, .3g dietary fiber, 1g of protein

Peter Parker's Pea Soup from Ina Garten by Judy Fisher

This is a hearty, rich pea soup that is great on a chilly evening. Serve with a salad and crusty bread. Delicious! I modified the original recipe with less fat and more spices.

Pumpkin Tart with Chocolate Caillat Crust by Deborah Parker Wong

This tart has replaced pumpkin pie on our Thanksgiving dessert buffet and for good reason. It relies on a no-fail tart crust made using a recipe so easy and tasty that it inspires confidence in beginners of all ages. I like the texture and flavor of this tart best when it is served at room temperature within a few hours after it…

Cooler Corn by Glenn

Large gatherings of people who like corn on the cob requires a couple of lobster pots or a wash tub and a lot of boiling water and patience. Not anymore. Thanks to tailgating technology there is a simple way to make dozens of ears of corn for the hungry revelers.

The Best Refrigerator Pickles by Robyn Savoie

This is my mothers refrigerator pickle recipe. This was handed down from generation to generation in our house.

Broccoli with Mustard Sauce by Robyn Savoie

This is a delightfully tasty and simple side dish. The creamy mustard sauce is also a nice complement to cauliflower.

Zesty Vegetable Coleslaw by Robyn Savoie

Delight in light! Here's a slaw that boasts a healthful glow. Great during those summer heat waves. When cabbage comes into season, buy from a farmstand. Shred along with 1 carrot, using a Cuisinart food processor.

Baked Cauliflower and Mushrooms by Robyn Savoie

Looking for a new way to serve cauliflower? Try this vegetable casserole.

Colorful Oven Vegetables by Robyn Savoie

I often serve this attractive side dish with a steak dinner or at a brunch.