Caribbean Wrap

Description Quick, easy, and packs well for picnics. Ingredients 2 cups shredded breast meat from a rotisserie chicken 2 cups cubed mango 1 cup low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained ½ cup chopped red onion 2 ⅔ tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 8 cloves garlic, chopped 1 pinch red pepper flakes 4 (8 inch) low-fat whole wheat … Read more

Blue Caramelized Stromboli

Description Soft and savory stromboli. Ingredients ¾ cup vegetable oil 4 yellow onions, cut into matchstick-size pieces 1 ½ cups minced garlic 1 cup butter 2 ½ cups warm water ½ cup olive oil 6 ½ cups bread flour ½ cup white sugar 1 ½ tablespoons active dry yeast 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt ¾ cup minced fresh parsley … Read more

Cheeseburger Quesadilla

Description Burritoville, a local joint down by Southeast University here, specializes in some of the oddest burritos I’ve ever tasted. From the BBQ chicken to the Buffalo burrito, I’ve had them all, but they’ve got only one type of quesadilla. So I’ve decided to take one of my favorite burritos from there, the cheeseburger burrito … Read more

Banh-Mi Style Vietnamese Baguette

Description These are by far the best sandwiches to serve your guests and yourself! The ingredients are fresh, delicious, popular and fills your mouth with marinated joy. You can usually find the high-caloric sandwich (variety of meat on mayonnaise) in your local Vietnamese baguette shop but here is a hearty Vegetarian version (if you do … Read more

Chicken Stew and Mexican Cheese Alfredo

Description I was hungry and wanted pasta. I found an Alfredo recipe, but found I didn’t have milk or Parmesan cheese! So I created this and it was perfect! Ingredients 2 cups water salt to taste 2 ounces spaghetti 4 teaspoons butter 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour ½ cup prepared chicken stew 2 teaspoons minced garlic … Read more

Tofu with Gorgonzola and Pesto

Description Tofu topped with cherry tomatoes, pesto, fresh basil, and Gorgonzola cheese. This is served cold and is a perfect springtime meal. If prepared pesto is hard to find, use a mix and prepare according to package directions. Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup prepared basil pesto … Read more

Broiled Chicken Breasts with Chutney-Lime Glaze and Broccoli Slaw

Description This convenient recipe makes getting two meal on the table a snap. Ingredients 6 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), tenderloins cut or pulled away, and breasts pounded lightly with fist to a more-or-less even thickness 4 teaspoons ground coriander Salt 6 tablespoons Major Grey Chutney 1 lime, quartered 6 tablespoons frozen … Read more

Tantalizing Pad Thai

Description This recipe takes some time and makes a large amount, but it freezes perfectly and is absolutely delicious. It’s like bringing the restaurant home to you! Ingredients 8 cups water 1 (8 ounce) package dry flat rice noodles ½ cup fish sauce ⅔ cup fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons white sugar ⅓ cup oyster … Read more

Taco Sandwich

Description Small taco sandwich (finger food). I use fat-free cream cheese and sour cream, it’s delicious and light! You can add any vegetables or hot peppers that you’d like to the cream cheese mixture, to layer between the tortillas. Vegetables add an extra crunch. Serve with salsa to dip into. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package … Read more