Beef Taco Soup by Beth Roan

Southwestern Sweet Potato Casserole by John Spottiswood

I adapted this from a Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe that sounded great. My kids aren't big fans of squash...but they do love yams and sweet potatoes. I thought this was wonderful served with warm rice. I sprinkled cayenne on mine to spice it up a bit. It was even better as leftovers the next couple of days. The photo did not come…

Super good for you Kale Soup by Teri A

So easy yet so good for you. Try this fresh, warm soup with a grain-rich casserole for a healthy dense meal!

Buttered Brussels Sprouts by Amanda Natividad

Brussels sprouts get a bad rap. Opponents of the vegetable swear it tastes like metal. Or worse, like feet. But when coated with the right vinaigrette, flash fried, or sautéed, Brussels sprouts have a complex richness, an earthy savoriness that fills your mouth. There’s nothing like it.

Rustic soup with yellow string beans and sausage by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

Tasty and nourishing.

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…

Easy Broccoli Salad by Salad Foodie

A basic broccoli salad, easy to make and delicious as either an entree or side salad.

Vegetarian Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles w Vegetables) by jason kim

The last time I made japchae (sweet potato noodles w vegetables) it came out a little bland and the noodles clumped together from not adding sesame oil. But this time, I finally got those two out of the way and made a flavorful dish that the entire family enjoyed..........

Italian Cauliflower Bake by Casey

A cheesy cauliflower dish with lots of flavor....

Chicken and Spring Mix Salad with Spicy Pineapple Dressing by jason kim

We have been meaning to do something light and healthy for a while now after our consecutive (more like week long) meat-eating spree, so we wanted to do some sort of salad that could be filling as well as healthy for you. Lucky for us, we found a great recipe in this month's issue of Cooking Light that not only provided something…

Parcels with asparagus, mozzarella and prosciutto by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

Delectable and very elegant hors d'oeuvre that is really easy to make.

Picco De Gallo by Janelle Carpenter

A fresh salsa that brightens any plate.

Roasted Pepper Hummus by Pallavi Gupta

I used raw chickpeas for this recipe (soaked overnight and cooked in a pressure cooker) but you can use the canned variety as well.

Fresh Corn Salad by Kelly Christensen

A friend of mine here in Dallas made this side salad to go with sliders and it was fantastic.

Broccoli salad with crisp bacon bits by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

Crunchy, delicious broccoli salad topped with crispy bacon bits.