Spinach Strawberry Salad by Now We're Cooking!

Great summer salad that combines savory and sweet flavors, and can be easily modified to suit many different palates

Hawaiian Crest Salsa by Smokinhotchef

I came up with this recipe at the spur of the moment to accompany the shrimp recipe I was preparing for a late lunch get-together with several of my sisters and my brother Ken. I had just visited the supermarket, so I had lots of fresh ingredients on hand. My sister Gayle said this recipe reminded her of Hawaii and crisp freshness…

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.

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!

White Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies by Carolina Create

My son suggested adding white chocolate chips to my peanut butter cookie recipe and let me just say I don't see myself making them any other way again. They are delicious!

Cheesy Pepperoni Fingers by Smokinhotchef

Looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer in the spur of the moment. Take cheese sticks and deli sliced pepperoni from ordinary to extraordinary in a few simple steps.

Caramelized Banana Cupcakes by Michelle Benedetti

These moist, dense cupcakes feature bananas caramelized with spiced rum.

Mango Pulp Fruit Salad by Sharada Kakarla

With weather changing... this may be a nice dish for kids specially to eat variety of fruits in a different way. WIth Mango flavor, most of kids, as well as adults like the blended taste of mango, ice cream and freshly cut fruits. Any fruit can be added per choice. I generally try to make sure of banana which tastes pretty good in…

Chipotle Black Bean Salsa by Kerri Bishop

This is a very yummy and healthful salsa. It is low in calories, low in fat, and the beans add protein.

A NEW WAY TO FRY BACON by GARY ESTESS

HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU WANTED TO FRY A LB.OF BACON IN A SMALL PAN THIS WORKS VERY GOOD AND IT TASTE BETER THAN FLAT. I DO 1 LB,IN A 12 INCH PAN.

Mediterranean Nachos (Greek Nachos) by Denise Sherin

Yummy Greek flavors in nacho form. Instead of sour cream you could use some tzatziki sauce or slice some raw baby spinach leaves. You can also use a flavored feta cheese if you like. To make a heartier dish you can add some shredded chicken or tuna to the tomato mixture.

Casie's Fruit Torte by Just Cookin'

My niece made this for Christmas. I was already so full I couldn't walk and still couldn't stop eating this delicious dessert. It can be made with low/non fat options as well.

Cream of Cow cheese with anchovies by Aherrera

Chicken and Baby Spinach Soup w/Fennel Pollen by Smokinhotchef

Simplicity at its best. This recipe showcases the amazing and refreshing fragrance and flavor of fennel pollen. Reminiscent of star anise and black licorice, this soup is definitely for the body and soul.

Big Ole Southern Biscuits w/ Flax Seeds by Smokinhotchef

Nothing says southern hospitality like big, hot and buttery biscuits. I learned the basics of "ho' cakes" by the time I was 10 years old. This recipe pairs well with just about anything and has a healthy dose of one of the new super foods- flax seeds. These decadent biscuits go especially well with another southern favorite,…