Mexican Rice by John Spottiswood

I was looking for an improved Mexican Rice recipe, so I adapted this one from the America's Test Kitchen cookbook. I used many of the same ingredients, but instead of baking it, which seemed like a waste of energy, I finished it in my rice cooker. The result was a very flavorful and wonderfully textured mexican rice. Browning the…

Brussels Sprouts with Pearl Onions by Julia Ann Souders

A vegetable dish made flavorful and healthy with a sprinkling of sesame seeds over steamed Brussels sprouts and pearl onions. There are a winter holiday favorite. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off.” Reg. “Trade-marks Canadian Intellectual Property Office.” nettabelleschoice.com and…

Buttered Kale by Julia Ann Souders

Kale has many nutritional benefits such as vitamins A, C and K plus the minerals of potassium, iron and calcium. It can be steamed, added to salads or baked. The latest greens for health. 2007-2014 Netta Belle's Choice cookbookinabox "Reg. U.S.Pat.& Trdmk. Off." All rights reserved.

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.

Black-eyed peas, succulent beets & edamame salad with rye croutons by Devaki Das

A warm salad, on a bed of wilted beet greens with green beans, succulent beets and edamame tossed in a balsamic vinegar & lemon juice dressing; and the piece de resistance - homemade rye croutons.

Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli by Smokinhotchef

I make this all the time for a quick and easy side dish. Alternately, this can be a main dish by adding 1 lb. of chicken, beef, or pork. my daughter Genesis loves it and enjoys this recipe as her main dish with no meat added. I feel great knowing my children can be satisfied with a meatless meal and still be happy!

Hearty Mediterranean Hash by Smokinhotchef

This hash can be served anytime of day or night!! I came up with it in the the a.m., so I served it for brunch. Loads of flavors and satisfy your Meatless Monday quota with ease and gratitude!

Sweet Potato and Celery Soup by Suzi

Sweet potatoes are a vegetable that is high in carotene and converts to Vitamin A in the body. Beta carotene is considered a preventive for heart disease and some cancers. While looking through my book shelves (I used to be a book seller so I have many, many books around my house) for recipe ideas that pertain to high blood…

Cold Rice Salad by lhuffman

This salad is best the second day. It is easy to make and I enjoy serving this during the summer when we have a lot of people over for BBQ's.

Pink Dip Recipe with Sesame Butter and Beet by Tomer Treves

When you want to add color to your meal but keep it healthy, try this pink dip recipe with sesame butter and cooked beet.

Broccoli Carrot Raisin Salad by Deepti Naik

Lemony Asparagus with Almonds by Kyle Dalakas

Lemony Asparagus with almonds is an easy, healthy and delicious veggie side dish. Try this with your dinner tonight!