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Preparation time:5 minutes   1 (6 inch) whole wheat tortilla 1 tablespoon reduced-fat smooth peanut butter 1 medium banana 1 teaspoon maple syrup or hone…

Preparation time: 25 minutes ½ cup eggplant, diced ½ cup fresh mushrooms, diced ¾ cup fresh tomatoes, chopped 3 seconds butter-flavored…

There are different grades of balsamic vinegar. Save the rich, syrupy, authentic balsamic to savor in small droplets as a dressing for perfect strawberries or…

Chicken broth is a crucial ingredient in soup making and the flavor of homemade broth is hard to beat. You can double or even quadruple this recipe and freeze…

The vegetables listed with the ingredients below should be thought of merely as suggestions. Feel free to add other vegetables, as long as they will not give t…

Removing the rind from a hard-skin squash can be a challenge. Give yourself plenty of room to work, and be sure to cut a thin slice from the bottom or side of…

Pan-steaming, an excellent technique for cooking vegetables, uses a small amount of flavorful liquid in a covered pan. There are two benefits: a quick cooking…

You can skip a few steps in this recipe by using prepared roasted red and yellow peppers. At certain times of the year you may find peppers at a great price. T…

Small globe eggplants are the perfect size for this dish and sometimes can be found in the supermarket produce section or at farm stands. If you cannot find th…

Sautéed shiitake mushrooms add an earthy flavor and heartiness to this salad, making it perfect for an autumn lunch. Serves 8 2 tbsp peanut oil 3 cup…

Jícama might not look too promising when you buy it, but underneath its coarse skin lies a sweet, crunchy, refreshing vegetable. Serves 8 3 tbsp lime…

If you have a choice at the market, opt for larger asparagus. It has a richer, more satisfying flavor than very slender asparagus. Makes 8 servings 2 lb asp…