Meatless Mediterranean

In this recipe, my homemade Tzatziki adds a delicious Mediterranean twist to a basic veggie burger. This recipe works best using hamburg...

Vegetarian "bacon" is available in most large supermarkets in the U.S., usually refrigerated or frozen . I discovered that it...

My Italian grandmother regularly served this dish, but she made her own fresh ravioli from scratch. Here I substitute purchased ravioli, ...

For this recipe, I started with my Lemon-Balsamic Arugula Salad with Pine Nuts and added some sliced black olives for an extra flavor dim...

My Italian grandmother never used mayonnaise in her potato salads. She always used good olive oil instead. In this version, I added some ...

This recipe was inspired by my friend Shirley, who suggested adding Grand Marnier orange-flavored liqueur to the custard mixture when maki...

My Italian grandmother used to dress up a simple side dish of peas by added fresh mint from the family garden. This is my version of that...

Asparagus is great with Hollandaise sauce. So are eggs (as in Eggs Benedict). Combined here, they make a fantastic brunch, lunch, or ligh...

For this variation on a classic Mimosa, I simply substituted grapefruit juice in place of the orange juice. It was a lovely change of pace...

This recipe was inspired when my friend Sandi told me about an artichoke omelette with provolone that was very popular in a restaurant tha...

This is my favorite way to prepare carrots as a side dish. It's simple, yet delicious - and so healthy! RECIPE: 1 pound medium-to-l...

This easy dressing is slightly sweet and slightly tangy. It's great on sandwiches as well as salads. RECIPE: 6 tablespoons light or...

I always mess up poached eggs. They break up in the boiling water, no matter how careful I am. So I learned to bake my eggs instead, and I...

This simple but yummy recipe came about when I had some crumbled feta cheese and some sun-dried tomatoes on hand that I needed to use up. ...

A splash of wine and a few other simple ingredients turn a pile of mushrooms into a delicious and elegant vegetable dish. It's healthy...

Since I try to eat healthy most of the time, I don't often make recipes with cream sauces. However, I will indulge on special occasion...

For this recipe, I started with a basic split pea soup and added a Moroccan-style spice combination to give it a subtly exotic flair. REC...

For this recipe, I started with our Artichoke Hummus recipe and substituted roasted garlic in place of the fresh garlic. The result is de...

When I was growing up, my Italian grandmother would frequently serve me these eggs cooked in marinara sauce, and it was one of my favorite...

Most garlic bread that I encounter here in the U.S. is loaded with lots of butter and often granulated garlic powder. According to my Ital...

For this recipe, I started with the basics for some of my previously shared goat cheese pizza recipes, but kept this version simple, with ...

A traditional Bellini is made with peach nectar and champagne or sparkling white wine. Here, I substituted pear nectar, which I found ne...

This version of French Toast, featuring the comforting flavors of vanilla and cinnamon, will appeal to folks of all ages. It's a deli...

Here I started with my basic recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts and added some sliced garlic. The result was quite good, with a subtle h...

This gourmet egg dish is elegant and impressive, yet so easy to make. Serve it with fresh fruit for a light breakfast, or pair it with a ...

This whole roasted cauliflower is an impressive addition to a holiday dinner or any occasion. Golden on the outside, tender and moist on ...

Roasting is my favorite way to prepare most vegetables. It gives them a rich yet mellow flavor. These simple roasted root vegetables are ...

Sherry wine vinegar gives this simple vinaigrette a rich, nutty taste. It's great in a green salad, potato salad, or pasta salad. RE...

Bell pepper, pine nuts, and feta are a delightful Mediterranean flavor combination. Here I combine them with spaghetti for a healthy yet ...

Tzatziki, a classic Greek condiment, is great as a dip for veggies, Pan-Grilled Pita Wedges , or pita chips. It's also great on sandwi...