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,…

Steamed Rice & Veggies by Wendi Taylor

This healthy and delicious entree is so simple it's ridiculous.

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.…

Carrot, Pineapple and Blueberry Salad ~ Easy & Healthy! by Salad Foodie

“Healthy IS as healthy DOES”, as the saying goes. This salad is one of the healthiest I prepare because there’s no added fat, salt or sweetener of any kind. The canned pineapple tidbit juice acts as the sole "dressing" - period! Not only is it good for you, but it is so easy to make, and keeps well refrigerated several days. Take…

Quinoa and Black bean Burgers by Monocot

This is a great hearty Vegetarian meal Burger. The same amount of protein as a normal Burger, A ton of Fiber which is a must in my books. And so Flavorful, The Carrot adds such wonderful Color I Love Mexican Flavors I made mine more mexican Fun! I used Roasted red pepper Thin Burger buns for a little extra Flavor

Vinaigrette Coleslaw I by Salad Foodie

Light with a nice balance of sweet/sour, Vinaigrette Coleslaw has become one of my favorites from BGH.COM, and makes a welcome change from creamy coleslaw recipes. Consider it especially for outings, barbecues and picnics because it does not contain mayonnaise. Suit your taste or time selection of cabbage with all green, a combo of…

Roasted Corn & Tomato Salad with Basil Balsamic Dressing by Amos Miller

Super simple Summer salad! Almost a relish, yet offering opportunity for countless variations, this is picnic & BBQ perfect. On these hot summer days, you may not want to fire up the broiler, but this salad is so easy to bring together that when the coals are ready on the grill, just lay the unhusked ears of sweet corn over the…

Spanish Rice by Wendi Taylor

Ever wondered how to get that perfect consistency of spanish rice that's served in restaurants? Here's the secret...

Vegetarian Pinto Beans by Wendi Taylor

A family crock-pot favorite. Simple, easy, and delicious.

chatpata baigon mirchi by sunil k.nayar

its made with brinjal and bird chili with sweet, spicy and sour gravy.

Red Beans & Rice by Wendi Taylor

Simple, delicious, & healthy

Texas Caviar by Wendi Taylor

Grilled Squash by Wendi Taylor

Inspired by my neighbors Katie & Jack. A neighborhood summer favorite.

Caponata recipe by Chef Reno by Nazzareno Casha

I Cut the eggplant into cubes and leave them for an hour on a tray, covered with coarse salt. Heat the oil in a pan and fry them well, then drain over a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Dice the celery and boil it for 5 minutes to make it more tender. In a separate pan, in a bit of olive oil, sauté the olives…

Plantain Cutlet by Moms Times

A crispy and healthy snack for tea time