Meatless Mediterranean

This is one of my favorite ways to serve fresh, ripe tomatoes when they're in season. This recipe is so simple, but so delicious and ...

This salad is quite simple, but loaded with flavor and nutrition. Enjoy it as an accompaniment to a Mediterranean-style meal, or just ser...

While great for breakfast or brunch, these egg and veggie pita sandwiches also work well for lunch or a light supper. Serve alone, or add...

There are many brands and varieties of mock chicken strips and tenders available in most large supermarkets these days that work great in ...

This is my version of the classic tomato-basil bruschetta that is served in so many Italian restaurants and households. It's so simpl...

This is my latest variation of balsamic vinaigrette. Not too sweet, and not too tart, the honey and dijon mustard strike a lovely balance...

The sweet and spicy flavors of Morocco give this delicious and healthy salad an exotic flair. RECIPE: 1 pound medium-to-large carrots, ...

For safety reasons, I prefer to use pasteurized eggs in recipes where the eggs are not fully cooked (for example, in Hollandaise Sauce or...

Called Tinto de Verano in Spanish, this red wine spritzer is so refreshing on a hot summer day - or anytime! RECIPE: Ice (enough to fi...

A salad can be delicious without being complicated. This is a case in point. Baby arugula is tossed with our Lemon-Balsamic Vinaigrette ...

I'm always looking for new hummus variations, and this is a great way to use up leftover parsley. It adds color, flavor, and nutrient...

In this version of a balsamic vinaigrette, a bit of added honey takes the edge off the tartness of the vinegar but doesn't make the dr...

This recipe came about by accident. At a weekend brunch, I was eating some fresh sliced strawberries and apricots and drinking a Mimosa ....

Hollandaise is a very popular topping for cooked (usually steamed) asparagus. Here I serve it with roasted asparagus, and the combination...

Here are some ideas for a lovely Mediterranean-style brunch menu. Customize the menu to fit your tastes, and enjoy! Note that you can bake ...

This recipe was inspired by the classic Risotto Milanese. Here I use vegetable broth instead of the traditional chicken broth, substitute ...

Here I started with our recipe for Tortellini with Peas and Parmesan and simply added some sauteed mushrooms. The result was delightful,...

While I was growing up, the cooks in the family made rice pilaf using white rice. Here I substitute brown rice, because I like the texture...

Loaded with butter, Hollandaise isn't the healthiest sauce, but a little bit goes a long way. Since I believe in moderation rather tha...

This is a delicious and easy cocktail for brunches and special occasions - or anytime! Some people make it from scratch using pureed fres...

In this recipe, honey adds a subtle sweetness that beautifully complements the roasted carrots. An optional sprinkling of fresh parsley a...

Spring is just around the corner, and asparagus is one of my favorite spring vegetables. Here I start with our basic Roasted Asparagus a...

The Easter holiday is just around the corner, and so a couple of people have asked me how to make the perfect hard-boiled egg. Below is m...

This is my version of Pizza Margherita, with the traditional hand-crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella slices, and fresh basil. While some ...

This recipe came about one evening when I had some broccoli and red bell peppers in the fridge that I needed to use up. I was in the mood ...

Moroccan cuisine is known for its exotic combinations of sweet and savory flavors and interesting spice mixtures. Such was the inspiratio...

While most of my recipes are reasonably healthy and low in saturated fat, now and then it's healthy to just let go and indulge. I...

This healthy and nutritious stew is also hearty, satisfying, and delicious. For a vegan version, be sure to use a veggie sausage that doe...

This was inspired by a recipe I found in one of my mother's homemaking magazines when I was a teenager. That recipe was lost years ag...

In this pizza recipe, the flavors of goat cheese and mushrooms complement each other deliciously, and some caramelized red onion adds a pe...