Quinoa with Fresh Corn and Mint by John Spottiswood

This is a great quinoa dish to serve alongside fish or chicken. I have grown to love quinoa, and it is perfect for this dish. But this would also be great with Israeli cous cous, regular cous cous, pearl barley or even jasmine rice if you are not a fan of quinoa. The mix of flavors is amazing! Try this when fresh corn is cheap and…

Ricotta Gnocchi in Lemon Butter Sauce by Saru

Everything tastes better with butter — even the smallest addition has the ability to make a dish truly sing. In this simple, summery recipe, ricotta and herb gnocchi is simmered until tender, tossed in a lemony butter sauce, and then finished with a small handful of finely chopped Italian parsley. Easy to prepare, this delightful…

Spicy Lentil & Bean Soup by The Kitchen Magpie - Karlynn Johnston

I have been looking for more ways to serve beans and lentils that aren’t boring, since my non-meat eating son needs protein in his meals. And the fact that they are incredibly healthy for us is a huge bonus as well. Soup is a great way to incorporate lentils and beans into your diet, especially since it is so satisfying in the…

Spicy Rice with Snap Peas, Feta and Mint by Nina Timm

Away with boring old spicy rice and in with some easy. affordable ideas to really spice it up.

Grecian Lentil Soup by Kyle Dalakas

Greek Lentil Soup is a simple, healthy, delicious meatless main dish that is protein packed and full of essential vitamins and minerals. Low fat, low cholesterol and satisfying; try this for dinner!

Blender-Killin Hummus for Margaret by Tracy Morris

WARNING: You're on your own for measurements with this one. Let it be known to all who venture forth that I have killed *2* blenders with this recipe. It's THAT good.

Healthy Chinese Violet Eucheuma Jelly by simply beautiful and healthy living

This is 100% natural healthy and nutritious edible flower with sea bird's nest jelly

MOLOKHIYA by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

MOLOKHIYA

Phirni - Rice Milk Pudding by Hina Gujral

Talking about Phirni, nobody knows about the roots of Phirni, some believe it came into existence during Mughal era, as a royal desert, today Phirni is a popular sweet dish not only in India but in Pakistan too and even after so many years it is till served in traditional style - earthen potware (Mitti Ke Kulhad or Matki). I think in…

Broccoli and Pine-Nut Soup by Mike Jeremy

Okra (lady fingers) with yougurt curry.. by Indian Cooking

To avoid sliminess, okra pods are often stir-fried with little salt and turmeric until it turns little Brown colour. This recipe 4 servings of this side dish.

Tomato and Red Pepper Soup with Meatballs by Ian Dixon

Soup is a great dish for when a meal is needed in a hurry and this Tomato and Red Pepper Soup with Meatballs is no exception. Strictly, I should say meatless balls because the recipe is using a vegetarian alternative. You could easily substitute your choice of meat to use in preparing the meatballs. I'd suggest a different stock if…

Oh Fudge by Culinary Envy

Oh Fudge is decadent, intensely chocolaty and velvety, silky smooth. This freezer fudge is so creamy and rich; it just melts in your mouth.

Potato puree by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Potato puree

Pumpkin crème-soup with shrimp, cream cheese and basil. by Helenscooking

It’s autumn and it means that it’s time for a great pumpkin soup with shrimp that I just LOVE cooking. It doesn’t require a lot of effort but it comes out perfectly smooth, bringing in the autumn flavors and colors into your kitchen. I tasted this soup long time ago in Europe, brought it into my kitchen and my family just loves…