Easy Fruit Cobbler by Nancy Miyasaki

This is a super simple dessert that's great for a large or small gathering. I generally use nectarines or peaches and some sort of berries, but cherries plums and apricots will work too.

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies by Katherine Martin

A dark chocolate cookie with peanut butter undertones swirled with chocolate chips. Delightfully fluffy and dense.

Apple Crisp – Microwave Quick! by Salad Foodie

I haven’t found a quicker apple crisp recipe that tastes as good (or better) than oven-baked. Simple prep and fast cooking make this a perfect dessert when you’re short on time. Plus you can make it year round as the microwave won't heat up the kitchen.

Banana Nut Muffins by erin de martini

Delicious for breakfast or as an afternoon snack!

Classic S'mores by Kelsey Martin

Pumpkin Praline Muffins by Salad Foodie

A crunchy caramel-pecan topping crowns these moist and delicious muffins. Perfect for holiday breakfasts or snacks. I've made these several times but when I made them for this listing photo... I botched up bigtime! They were in the oven beginning to bake when I discovered I left the sugar out of the batter. Urgh------! Tell me if…

Cucumber Salad (vinegar style) by Denise Sherin

My mom's been making this since we were little, it so refreshing in the summer time. It's basic and simple and great at picnics and bbq's and with no mayo in it won't spoil in the summer heat.

Mango Macadamia Muffin by Meghna Patel

Mango Macadamia Muffin is my tribute to my trip to Kauai. These are so light, fluffy, and tropical, healthy and delicious that there were gone in minutes.

Vegan spicy sautéed mushrooms in 10 minutes. by Helenscooking

It is mushroom season, and I wrote a lot about (button) crimini mushrooms lately. Button mushrooms have an excellent amount of selenium, zinc and manganese; all three are great antioxidant minerals. Also daily intake of crimini mushrooms for 1-2 months can reduce levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and TGs. And if you are…

Carrot Peanut Salad or Lettuce Wrap by Salad Foodie

Reminiscing with family recently the conversation turned to memories of mom’s cooking, and one recipe we loved as children: Carrot Peanut Salad. Four simple ingredients make for a crunchy and healthy salad. I gave it a try inspired by my taste bud memories of long ago and came up with a close rendition. While dishing it up the…

Heart Healthy, Peanut Butter and Jelly Oatmeal by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

A steaming bowl of fresh cooked oatmeal is the perfect way to start off your day. What better way to gain the strength and energy to carry you through a hectic morning. Numerous studies show oatmeal may help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. What’s terrific about making oatmeal is the combination of flavors you…

Original Flax Honey Butter by Smokinhotchef

This is an amazing spread packed with vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants that will become a staple in a nutritious diet. The powerful benefits of alpha-linolenic acid and not to mention the health and the cosmetic attributes. Glorious honey- natures 'perfect' food, being anti- inflammatory, antiseptic and an antioxidant, packed…

Low Fat, Three Cheese Mac and Cheese, Made From a Box But Healthier by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

For years I’ve been on the quest for a decadent tasting classic macaroni and cheese that’s low in calories and fat. All of a sudden a light bulb went off! I could doctor up one of the newer whole grain boxes but add all healthy ingredients, make it…

Favorite Buttermilk Waffles (with Whole Grain option) by Salad Foodie

Buttermilk makes baked products divine, and this is the way I use it in waffles. White whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour can be subbed to boost nutrition. Lazy soul that I am, I mix the batter in a blender and use that as a pitcher to pour them conveniently. I freeze extra waffles for a quick into-the-toaster breakfast.…

Solar-Baked Banana Bread by Salad Foodie

Too hot to bake nut breads? Get the solar cooker out and keep your cool! Just about anything you bake in the conventional oven has a complimentary solar-cooking method. This is my best banana bread recipe and when it’s cooler this fall I’ll post the same recipe baked conventionally. But here using only El Sol for the cooking energy,…