The heavy cream sauce that covers this pasta is a grown-up version of alfredo.

This is a great recipe for kids or just as appetizers. Very simple to make, but always a favorite!

This tasty salad is perfect for evenings when you're looking for a light meal that can be made quickly. It takes just over 30 minutes to make from scratch, or you can prep many of the ingredients in advance.

Well worth the extra effort for this vegetarian main course!

Given to me by a friend while we lived in California. Very good recipe. Great with tacos, burritos, or my Chili Rellenos Recipe. Hope your family will enjoy these as much as my family does.

This super side dish is the perfect complement to your holiday menu. Here's a sure-fire way to get your kids to eat their vegetables...and don't be surprised when they're asking for more!

A great combination of ingredients, this soup can help lower blood pressure through calcium, potassium and magnesium. Serve with hot sauce.

A quick, colorful and spicy protein-rich salad or side dish.

This is a quick and simple recipe that makes a good pizza that is healthy for you.

Light and delicious with great tomato flavor!

This is a very good recipe. You just have to try it.

Here's a light and flavorful salad that makes a perfect dinner on the day before Thanksgiving!

Combining the chickpeas and the spinach gives the dish added crunch and flavor.

A nice change of pace, side dish to meats, especially grilled meats.

A nice side dish and very different but very good.

This is a fabulous and easy vegetarian alternative to turkey stuffing. It never comes into contact with the turkey, so it is truly vegetarian.

Fantastically hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish.

Delicious cannelloni stuffed with an array of vegetables, Parmesan, and ricotta cheese! Serve with a big green salad. Tasty!

This is a recipe a friend gave me when we lived in California. These are really good. Try them with my Chili Rellenos Sauce, really good, and a must try recipe. You will Love these. I made these for my…

Delicious seasoned stuffed peppers with corn, quinoa, scallions... spicy, sweet, scrumptious!

Using a slow cooker makes this spaghetti recipe easy to prepare. Healthy and wholesome, too!

Traditional Southern cooking during tomato season.

Delicious and very nutritious

Pinto, kidney, and black beans are blended in a flavorful and hearty-healthy chili.

Half of the beans are finely chopped to give the filling a thick, creamy consistency. This dish can be made up to 8 hours in advance and chilled; just bring it back to room temperature before baking.

I created this soup when I didn't have much of a grocery budget. It's simple, tastes great, and is good for you!

This is a beautiful way to serve up pumpkin!

Serve a sandwich piled high with the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean. The vinaigrette adds bright flavor to the stacker and is also tasty on salad greens.

This vegetarian chili is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve.

Recipe given to me from my Grandmother.

If you like hot, cheesy artichoke dip, you'll love this treat. They're a bit neater to disperse and eat at a gathering and are sure to please everyone.

I'm on the Celebrity Fit Club Extreme Fat Smash Diet. When I saw that ratatouille was on the menu one evening, I was thrilled!

This is a high-protein chili with the benefits of soy. If you haven't tried tempeh (a fermented cake of soybeans and whole grains) it's a great substitute for ground meat. You can substitute any canned…

With Parmesan cheese, this Vegetarian pasta is hearty enough for a complete meal.

This is colorful and delicious! Use all fresh vegetables when possible. Serve with my "whole wheat bread" recipe found here.

I combined some patty recipes to create an easy vegetable patty recipe with the filling and flavor I desired.

With zucchini baked into the crust topped off with a light sprinkle of veggies and cheese, this is a nutritious and delicious meal.

These stuffed pumpkins give the look and the taste of a great Thanksgiving!

This is a fantastically easy recipe I found on a food blog. The oregano, tarragon, thyme and garlic are so fragrant you won't even need to dip them in butter!

This easy high protein breakfast is only 4 ingredients. I think they taste just like regular pancakes they way they are, but if you have a sweet tooth use low fat cottage cheese which has a higher sugar…

A wonderful blend of fresh veggies and herbs. This is great as a side dish or for any vegetarian. Pack with colors and flavors.

Sheildzini is a Japanese cucumber salad. It is very simple to put together, and very delicious. Do not prepare too far in advance as cucumbers become soggy. If the skins are tough or bitter, peel the…

A filling main dish that is easily adaptable to suit your personal tastes. Recipe doubles/triples well. Use your favorite store bought or homemade tomato sauce.

Two kinds of cheese, chilies, and eggs make for a delicious, vegetarian casserole that can be served anytime.

This is the most perfect soup to make on a cold day. It is packed full of fresh veggies and it tastes so good.

The classic, meatless dish is deliciously baked with plenty of vegetables and a bit of kick.

This is a wonderful side dish for Thanksgiving. I wanted to do something other than the traditional sweet potato and marshmallow dish. I came up with apples and sweet potato and then decide to throw in…

A wonderful choice for a Vegetarian meal with all the protein you need, and the flavor you want

This stuffing is great for vegetarians and non-vegetarians. It has a wonderful light and fruity taste.

For my children's school year's final venture into the classroom: chocolate from scratch. I taught my favorite 3rd graders to make the raw dessert that follows.

Delicious squash baked in olive oil is made even better with a sweet and crunchy stuffing.

This pumpkin soup can be used as a light first course for Thanksgiving or to accompany turkey sandwiches the next day. Nutritious and delicious, this is a treat for the taste buds! Easy adaptations make…

Prepared in the same way as crab cakes, these zucchini cakes are actually vegetarian.

With protein-rich chickpeas, this flavorful couscous is a meal on its own.

These are very good and require NO eggs. They are light in color & quick to mix up and bake.

This healthy citrus salad recipe is the winner of Recipe4Living's Citrus Season contest. During the gray and cold winter days, this citrus salad brings bright colorful flavor and keeps you in a cheerful…

Celery soup provides the base for this otherwise orange casserole.

It's good for get togethers and is a good keeper.

Being sheltered and shaded by those higher up on the plant, they simply grow to a size that seems immature by comparison. Like many true baby vegetables, however, baby artichokes are more tender and have…

The perfect accompaniment to any meal, but especially something Asian-themed. Soy sauce and sesame seeds keep the seasoning simple.

This is a delicious variation on traditional lasagna for vegetarians.

I became intrigued with the new age interest in couscous so I started playing with options, much as I started cooking rice in different juices. This one became an instant favorite of the kids. This delicate…

Green onions, caraway seeds and cinnamon turn regular rice into an interesting side dish.

This tart is as tasty as it is beautiful. Great for a light dinner, or as an appetizer.

A healthier approach to appetizers. Serve these eggplant fingers at your next party. Usually people will say they don’t like eggplant but once they try these, their minds will change.

A very typical dessert or snack for children in Argentina, this is very simple. It never fails and you can share!  

A delicious vegetarian meal and a tasty appetizer for anyone.

This creative version of lasagne is rolled up in individual noodles and topped with cilantro.

My family likes sweet potatoes like this instead of baked with all the marshmallows on top. It is very good and if sweet potatoes are a must for your Thanksgiving you should definitely try this recipe.

Wolfgang PuckThe recipe makes a beautiful first impression when served as an appetizer. Just be sure to wait 10 minutes after you take it from the oven before cutting and serving it, to give the layers…

This is so healthful and delicious -- low calorie and nutritious, too.

This flavorful dish could be served as a hearty side dish or a light meal.

This vegetable rich pasta makes a light meal with a bit of grated cheese.

This salad is light and refreshing on a hot summer day.

A grilled cheese is anything but plain when you use this recipe.

Two kinds of cheese, spinach, artichokes, and roasted red peppers, baked in a buttery, flaky Phyllo log...True comfort food with a twist - it's actually nutritious, too!

This lasagna is definitely a step more complicated than most, but the homemade layers and added Alfredo sauce make all the difference.

This vegetarian soup with kidney beans and macaroni cooks up in the crockpot.

Great tasting non-meatballs for spaghetti or served with a rich veggie gravy. If you don't have any egg substitute on hand, you can use 2 beaten eggs in its place.

Here is a lighter version of the classic made with a cucumber infused vodka. Perfect for these hot summer days! Mmm...

Rolling up the individual noodles makes servings easier with personal-sized portions.

This spice-rich recipe creates the perfect vegetarian burgers.

Thinly sliced eggplant is lightly fried, then stuffed with a spinach and cheese mixture and baked with pasta sauce and mozzarella cheese.

The addition of hearts of palm with this salad make for a great taste. I feel the vegetable, hearts of palm is a hidden gem and everyone must try it, especially in this salad, Serve this elegant salad…

I make this for every holiday dinner. My grandchildren love it so I make extra and the next day I microwave the leftovers or use the rest to make Shepherd Pie.

Wonderful change to a plain old quesadilla. Sweet, salty and barbecued! Use any type of firm red apple. Additional options: add barbecued chicken or chopped jalapeno peppers. Serve warm with sour cream,…

Quinoa (pronounced keen-WAH) is a delicately flavored grain, native to South America, found in most health food stores. It is high in protein and fiber.

Add carrots,celery, onion and garlic to this recipe and you will have a flavorful side dish to add to any main dish..

A lower-fat version for those watching their weight.

This creamed corn recipe is different and way better than just opening a can.

Soba noodles are available in Japanese food stores, whole food stores, and some supermarkets. You can add any vegetables to this dish that you enjoy or have on hand.

A very tasty and simple quiche to make for lunch or dinner. Your family will love it.

A great vegetarian wrap with smoked tofu, eggplant, spinach, and herb mustard.

This soup is wonderful in the fall and winter! It tastes so good that you would never know that it is fat free. For a heartier soup, add some browned hamburger or ground turkey.

Satisfy any cheese cravings with this loaded baked macaroni.

With banana, apples, yogurt and spices, this is a great, healthy smoothie without sugar. And it's so sweet and yummy anyway!

A good way to cook brussel sprouts with a lot of flavor.

I first made this for a special New Year's dish and it definitely had the "wow" factor. The intense lemon flavor keeps the risotto light and flavorful. Fantastic for entertaining!

For a different snack, appetizer, or light lunch, try these vegetable quesadillas.

This recipe is the winner of Recipe4Living's Super Spring Spinach Recipe Contest! This whole wheat pasta salad has a rich mix of flavors and a tang that brings wonderful body to chicken, fish and steak…

These nuts were in my home all winter long. A sweet and healthy snack before or after dinner or while playing Pokeno!

Eggs aren't just for breakfast, as with this delicious vegetable and cheese frittata.

This delicious and sweet recipe for sweet potato salad is just perfect for barbeques or to take on a picnic.

Try this protein-rich but easily vegetarian soup anytime of year

These sandwiches bake more like a casserole, but they come out gooey and coated in an egg mixture.

This family favorite features a little something extra with mushrooms and fresh herbs.

Healthy, delicious and inexpensive. This is not of a thin consistancy or a soup. It is what we Italians consider a "peasant meal." With a crispy loaf of Italian bread this would go very far in a large…

This standard Japanese soup is easy to prepare and very good for your health.

This is a refreshing first course in the summertime when fresh herbs are a-plenty.

This is a fun dish for appetizer or side dish. It could also be a way to bribe your kids into eating greens: fry 'em!

This corn, potato, and celery chowder will warm you on a cold winter day.

With lots of fabulous protein and grains, this casserole dish is filling and flavorful.

Roasting garlic mellows the flavor's strength considerably. I love to spread this on warm, sliced French bread, but the uses for roasted garlic are limited only by your imagination. Try it on meats or…

This is a hearty, delicious way to sneak a lot of goodness into a warm, thick bowl of flavor. Great as a side dish or at a potluck, or just on it's own!

This is a great cook-out or pot luck dish. Its also great for a light summer meal.

Try mixing apricots to your sweet potato casserole.

A simple, no-coook platter with so much going on!

This is based off of my mom's broccoli casserole. To make this completely vegetarian, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

This Asian soup is said to have natural healing qualities, especially if you have a cold. The ginger and soybean are excellent nutrients regardless of your health.

Next time you make some crab cakes, I recommend trying my simple and delicious recipe. The secret to these is the grated zucchini and get this....there is no real crab in this recipe. All the ingredients…

For a meatless alternative to most stuffed pepper recipes, try this flavorful mix of onion, garlic, mushrooms, pepper, and rice.

Zucchini and summer squash add color and crunch to this healthy and uncomplicated dish.

This perfectly baked macaroni and cheese is sure to become a family favorite.

This rich vegetarian dish features a creamy, cheese sauce.

I used Old West Cinnamon Roll bread mix for the dough by preparing it in the bread machine, then rolling the dough out. The dough can be rolled out thin and trimmed off for those who dont like so much…

Enjoy these real summer tomatoes at their most natural. Slice them up and drizzle with fruity olive oil, maybe a splash of good vinegar, and a sprinkle of coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.…

With protein-rich kidney beans and white rice, this dish is a complete vegetarian meal.

Fabulous side dish for cheese-lovers. Also, a great way to get kids to eat veggies.

This is a dish common in Eastern Europe, especially Russia. Stuffed with any number of fillings (sauerkraut, potato, meat, etc.), they are versatile and always great!

For the lady who wanted pierogies. Here's my solution to a more involved original prep! It's delicious.

Cream cheese and Parmesan cheese make this casserole fabulously cheesy.

This salad is a kaleidoscope of color and taste - black beans, yellow corn, green peppers, and red, red tomatoes. Lime juice, garlic and jalapeno give it some punch. It can also be used as a dip with…

According to Chase's 2007 Calendar of Events, June 2007 is Dairy Month. A Cooking Famously recipe from contributor actress, producer and wild life conservationist Tippi Hedren is listed below.

Serve those green vegetables in a taco and your kids will gobble them up.

This super-easy side dish is deliciously different. All it needs is a little salt and pepper!

Try this easy, veggie pie with the great taste of feta cheese

This classic Mediterranean staple is a healthy way to get protein and although sometimes fried, this recipes bakes the falafel balls for an all-around healthier experience.

This simple casserole has quite a bit of Mexican heat from green chilies and red pepper flakes.

A classic recipe that's a breeze to put together.

In this low-fat, vegetarian dish, a layer of mozzarella covers lightly-breaded eggplant in a spaghetti sauce with green onion, mushroom, and cottage cheese.

As a main course, the beans in this delicious pasta dish deliver all the protein you need.

This vegetarian dish is a delicious way to do Mexican without any meat or beans for the pickiest of eaters. It it's not too spicy, kids will love this dish too.

Like a dressed-up macaroni and cheese, this dish is kid-friendly, but the parents will love it too!

The use of fresh cauliflowers, snap peas, and carrots make this casserole dish a favorite in my family.

Creamy eggs are held in baked potatoes and topped with a spinach sauce.

This Greek spinach pie is a delicious side dish, light main course or appetizer. Lots of cheese and herbs make it quite tasty, but keep it vegetarian.

This is a colorful dish with lots of veggies and low-fat cheese.

This is a very simple and cheap recipe to make for a spinach casserole. Just add plain yogurt, dry onion soup and chopped spinach with bread crumbs.

This chunky vegetable chili cooks up in a slow cooker and is like a bowl of very thick vegetable soup. Three types of legumes combine with a rich, spicy tomato broth to create a zesty and flavorful dish.…

This delicious bisque is thick and hearty enough to serve as a main course. Offer hot, crusty bread and a tossed green salad to complement this dish.

This vegetarian soup is hearty enough for a warm and comforting meal.

This lighter pastas features red wine vinegar, basil, and parmesan cheese.

We had family over for Halloween this year and I made this soup as a starter. I roasted two fresh sugar pumpkins and a couple sweet potatoes along with some spices, which filled the house with such a…

A loose interpretation of the wonderful Mexican dish, vegetarian and non-greasy but very savory. Totally lacking in heat for families, but drop a chipotle or two into the sauce if you're cooking for masochists.

A crispy cracker layer tops of this creamy macaroni and cheese.

A tasty side dish that is quick and easy to make. Great with roasted chicken or pork.

The perfect combination of ingredients makes for a vegetarian meal or a filling side.

Five ingredients, ten minutes prep time and twenty minutes to cook - now that's what I call cheating, since it tastes good and takes little time.

The spice of pepperjack cheese gives this vegetable casserole its kick.

This vegetarian pasta can be served as a side, and is filling enough for a main course.

Two kinds of cheese and plenty of vegetables fill jumbo pasta shells.

The spinach and artichoke give this tempting appetizer a colorful presentation.

Just like in the classic film, these tomatoes are true comfort food in the south.

Stays firm when cold, so it is very good for meatloaf sandwiches.

Whoever said you can't have cream sauce when you're on a diet was a liar! This is a delicious dish that tastes like you're cheating – but your figure won't suffer an inch.

A real good recipe for those cold rainy/snow days! This recipe is really good the day after you make it. It seems the flavors blend so well and it thickens in the fridge overnight. Just take it out an…

Enjoy with cornbread, in front of a roaring fire

This delicious vegetable dish cooks entirely in the microwave, so it's great if you don't have time for the oven to heat up.

A wonderful and delicious mixture of garbanzo beans, French style green beans, artichoke hearts and pour some fat free (your choice) Italian dressing over it.

Also called Pierogi Lentwe, these cheese dumplings are a snap to prepare.

This healthy stew features protein-rich yet fat-free garbanzo beans and lots of flavor.

This classic Thai dish has a sweet ginger sauce that is accented by lime juice and peanuts. It's delicious on its own, but feel free to add chicken or tofu for a more filling meal.

Tofu is mixed with spinach, green chilies, onion, and more in these vegetarian enchiladas.

Enjoy a healthy, meatless version of Shepherd's Pie with lentils, garlic, parsnips, and red onion.

This is a flavorful melange of colorful mediterranean vegetables in a thick rich red tomato sauce. It is great as a meat-free main meal and works just as well as a side-dish with meat. It is cooked in…

Paneer is an essential ingredient in Indian cooking. People often substitute ricotta, but the taste is decidedly not paneer and the real deal is so easy to make. With this simple recipe, you'll give true…

This vegetarian dish features the creamy taste of St. John's cheese.

This is a casserole version of eggplant parmesan that is much easier that the traditional way! Still the same great taste.

Tabbouleh is a Middle-Eastern dish with a bulgar wheat base, served over lettuce.

Plenty of cilantro and other fresh ingredients make this salsa a Mexican style favorite. Serve with corn chips, over eggs, or with any Mexican food.

This light and zesty vegetarian sandwich is perfect for a summer lunch.

This dish is very filling, especially for a vegetarian meal. Serve with a fruit salad on the side or something else light. Very tasty and healthy with a beautiful presentation.

This is a flavorful dip that's a great substitution for regular salsa.

This is a quick and easy recipe is ideal for large brunches so you don't have to slave over the stove making scrambled eggs for everyone.

Delicious, low-fat and filling lunch or dinner.

This healthy, vegetarian pizza is prepared on pita bread.

This recipe is so easy to follow and it is perfect for anyone who loves lasagna but not the meat.

A lettuce-wrapped burger has all the makings of a perfect meal: low-cal soy protein, plenty of colorful vegetables, lots of flavor. Try these vegetarian sandwiches at your next cookout. You'll be surprised…

If you're tired of doughy pizza crust, the puff pastry is a much different texture and taste.

This healthy side dish is very simple to make and compliments chicken very well.

Pecans, cottage cheese and Special K cereal hold this veggie loaf together.

A delicious summer soup served chilled with mint sprigs on top – oh, so elegant!

Spicy cheese, corn chips, and corn creates an unexpected but winning pasta dish.

Add some Mexican flare to your sweet potatoes.

Feel good about serving these tasty appetizers that are rich in vitamin A, thanks to the spinach.

If you like baked potatoes in the microwave, try a baked squash!

This makes a perfect meal for that vegetarian coming to dinner or if you feel like a lighter, meat-free meal.

Orzo is a small pasta resembling grains of rice which blends easily with other ingredients, such as the cheese in this recipe.

I created this recipe as a way to get my boyfriend to eat and love spinach. It is a power-packed side dish that compliments steaks, chicken, or is a great vegan/vegetarian meal on its own.

Crushed Ritz crackers add an extra crunch to this casserole dish.

A salad with all sorts of ingredients that truly go well together. Mix up some spinach with fresh mushrooms, red onions, cantaloupe and green grapes.

Parsnips add texture to this creamy potato dish.

This vegetarian soup is beautifully spiced and delicious. Perfect for a chilly fall day.

This creamy soup is easy to put together and the fresh basil really accentuates the flavor.

The perfect slow-cooked, vegetarian macaroni and cheese!

Here's an elegant side dish that puts all those extra green tomatoes you have to use. Greek style feta or French style chevres (both goat cheeses) work equally well here.

A good way to get children to eat celery. A family I babysat for as a teenager made this for their children, minus the raisins. Children love to help make this.

This flavorful pasta dish features blue cheese, sherry, and pine nuts.

A cake with no baking necessary!

Use a different herb each time you make this delicious spaghetti squash side dish!

Apples give this dish it's sweet and tart taste.

If you love yams then try this recipe and make them fried. This sure is tasty!

Sweet bell peppers are the life of this casserole.

This simple recipes creates a green and hearty side item for any meal.

Cabbage is an excellent source of dietary fiber and this casserole is a great way to fit it into your diet.

This is a perfect recipe to use as a side dish for any main course. This is good for a hot summery barbeque also.

One of my favorite dishes in Indian cuisine, this is made with spinach and paneer, a mild Indian cheese.  You can make your own paneer or find it in gourmet groceries or any Indian market.  Ghee is…

This vegetarian quiche makes a great meal with plenty of cheese and chopped herbs.

Pinto beans, Mexican spices, and garlic create a great vegetarian filling for burritos or other recipes.

My mother-in-law gave me this recipe many years ago. I just love it. It is a great twist on the old macaroni and cheese.

This sandwich is so hearty you'll want to eat it for dinner every night.

This great quick no cook summer dinner is so yummy. My husband and 2 teen aged boys love it. Great to make for lunches too!

So simple and so good – kids won't know that it's actually healthy too!

An easy rice dish with lots of flavor. The perfect accompaniment to any meal.

This appetizer is outstandingly delicious and looks elegant on the plate as well.

A hearty option for non-meat-eaters, this will surely fill up your family.

This cream soup is simple to make and a creative accompaniment to a winter meal.

Spinach, olives, and feta served in toasted pita pocket.

Get your family to eat their lima beans with this yummy soup.

An interesting ingredient to add to a soufflé, but with cheese and eggs, how could you go wrong?

You don't need beef or tuna or any meat at all to make a delicious, filling casserole.

Serve this variation of the classic pasta dish with tossed salad and crusty bread.

Wolfgang PuckAmong the pasta recipes I make again and again, Pasta Puttanesca ranks very high. It’s quick and simple to make, featuring just a few widely available ingredients, and it has an exciting…

Risotto can be very tricky, which makes cautious chefs shy away from it, but this risotto recipes is so simple and delicious – it always turns out perfectly. Follow the directions exactly and you'll…

You can also substitute black beans or black beans with pinto beans.

Italian seasoning adds flair to an otherwise ordinary grilled cheese sandwich.

This Italian vegetable dish is traditionally served as an antipasto, or appetizer.

Sauteed mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes and spinach simmer with rice for a creamy dish topped with Romano cheese and fresh basil.

This delicious homemade soup is delicious any time of year. Make it during the summer when the ingredients come from your garden and then freeze it for that home-cooked taste in the middle of winter!

Spicy jalapeno chili blends with ginger, sweet mango and banana for a truly Brazilian taste. Very easy to make and deliciously different.

A delicious breakfast, lunch or light dinner - this meal comes out tasting like herbed egg noodles.

Do something different with asparagus and the whole family will cheer.

Make this side dish ahead of time to take to the tailgate party. Add remaining nuts right before serving. This can be doubled, tripled, etc.

Another great recipe, featuring black beans and roasted red peppers

Try these vegetarian quesadillas for a light lunch or a delicious side item.

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best, and this omelet topped with several butter fried sage leaves is easy and elegant. These eggs make a great side dish with leftover fried turkey as the sage…

Excellent sauce to use over a nut roast or anything lentil.

Matzoh Brie is a beloved Passover treat, though it's enjoyed by many throughout the year. I often serve sauteed apples over French toast, so that seemed like a perfect match for the slightly crisp matzohs,…

This vegetarian "burger" is more healthful than the regular hamburger. The mushrooms also are excellent when smoked with hickory chips.

So sweet and delicious, kids won't realize they're actually eating a vegetable!

This is a quick delicious pizza recipe. It is a little hot BUT, you can use less of the measured ingredients. Kids love it as well!

Strudel is a traditional Easter European technique and although mostly used with desserts, the flaky phyllo dough is used with cabbage in this recipe.

Use the vegetables listed or use your favorites - either way it'll be a nutritious meal.

This veggie burger is a great alternative to eating its beefy cousin. It's high in fiber and as a stand alone patty, actually tastes pretty good. Once you layer the ketchup, the mustard, pickles, etc.…

Bite through the crisp and crunchy layer to sink into a warm creamy cheese filling is pure heaven, made even more so by dipping it first into warm blueberry sauce.

This is a creative bread and butter gift that looks beautiful in the jar. Try it at home or give it out to friends.

Boursin is a soft French cheese that adds a creamy texture to this pasta dish.

This combination of Neufchatel and Cheddar cheese with plenty of garden veggies is sure to please.

This filling vegetarian soup is bursting with beans and other flavors from the garden.

This is really yummy, it is way better than plain old mac and cheese. Add some cooked chicken breast to it and you you have an entire meal.

A very easy "peanut chicken" dish for vegetarians! Serve with rice or noodles.

An egg and spinach soufflé is rolled up and topped with a creamy, cheesy sauce.

This simple pie is creamy with a touch of heat from cayenne pepper. Crunch French friend onion rings give the pie extra flavor.

Even friends that told me asparagus is their least favorite vegetable have fallen in love with this recipe. Great summer side dish or main course for vegetarians.

This is a simple way I make tempura broccoli. The outer layer tastes so fantastic. Feel free to use any other type of fresh veggie and or shrimp.

The Creole flavor that comes from this recipe is full of flavors, herbs and seasoning. This is a must try. People will be impressed.

Add a little something to the standard cheese enchiladas

A festive, hardy dish perfect for large gatherings!

This gourmet omelet features basil and plenty of chopped vegetables.

These simple cheese, Italian sandwiches are fried for a crispy treat.

This light, fresh dinner recipe, made with diced tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, is a great alternative when you'd like a plate of pasta. Serve it with a salad and steak or vegetarian meatballs for a complete…

This meatless dish is still a hearty meal with egg, cheese, and green chilies.

As someone who named his own first restaurant Spago, Italian slang for spaghetti, I like to turn my pasta green — and not just on March 17. On another occasion, I've shared with you one of my favorite…

This broccoli rabe and cavatelli recipe is something I came up with on the spur of the moment. It's really delicious and very easy to prepare.

These burritos are a delicious vegetarian option when making Mexican. Thick black beans mixed with jalapenos and cilantro make for a spicy meal!

Spaghetti squash is a fantastically versatile squash that makes really beautiful dishes. With feta, tomatoes and black olives in this dish, it help makes a filling vegetarian meal.

This is an East Indian dish that's truly marvelous. Serve with steaming hot rice and a green vegetable of your choice with chutney as a condiment.

The cream of this rich pasta dish comes from low-fat ricotta cheese.

If you love then this is a must make for a side dish. This could also be eaten as a main course for all you vegetarians out there. It is so delicious and all the veggies are baked and marinated with vegetable…

A delicious way to make winter quash! Lots of flavor and cheesy deliciousness.

Here's an unusual soup to serve chilled at your next summer picnic.

The tofu wonderfully takes on the flavor of the sweet homemade sauce in this recipe.

You can make this fabulous restaurant quality soup in your own kitchen. And even better – it's low in fat so you can enjoy all you want.

Add some lemon juice and zest with the crunch of walnuts to fresh steamed green beans.

You can be vegetarian and still enjoy the flavors of Mexican food with recipes such as this one.

These Mexican-inspired appetizer puffs get their standout flavor from green chilies and cheese.

This vegetarian lasagna features a gourmet assortment of ingredients including smoked Gouda and mixed mushrooms.

A good addition to a can of soup.

Sprinkle dried crushed red hot peppers over top for color and taste.

Serve this tasty pepper, onion, and black bean mixture with fresh bread for a vegetarian meal.

A light tasty salad to add to any meal or as a simple lunch, not much effort, for a lot of taste.

Certainly not packed with vegetables as you might assume, this casserole is more flavoring and cheese with a few vegetables.

A different take on the veggie burger - using beans instead! Try out this vegetarian-friendly recipe!

A vegetarian speciality with a tasty homemade sauce.

A simple soup with simple flavoring – always a safe bet.

Great for a light lunch or a high-protein side dish.

This recipe is one you can use on the night when it's just you and your love. The taste is wonderful and creamy, it has a beautiful presentation and the proportions are for 2.

This is like almost eating a pie, you can serve this as a side dish or as a dessert that even the kids will love!

My son refuses to eat vegetables, but he loves bread. He would eat nothing but bread for breakfast, lunch and dinner, given the chance! So when he was about 5 years old, I thought, "Fine. You like bread?…

This is an old Scottish recipe meaning rumbled, or mashed, potatoes and thumped, or pounded, together.

A different take on the classic Chinese restaurant item calls for ramen noodles, mushrooms, eggs, and flavorful seasonings.

A perfect summer soup with fantastic flavoring and gorgeous garnish.

Layers of canned green chilies and cheddar cheese are baked with an egg filling. This casserole is also great when made with fresh long green chilies. Makes a wonderful brunch dish, but we also have it…

This vegetarian recipe is a delicious side dish!

Whatever gets added to scrambled eggs can go into tofu. Turmeric gives tofu a yellow egglike hue, but use it with restraint because it is bitter in quantity.

The flavor of this spicy dish is best if prepared the night before and refrigerated.

A great vegetarian option for non-meat eaters!

Roasted eggplant in a French roll with feta cheese, basil and garlic mayonnaise.

Though this classic dish may get tiresome, with over 300 ways to prepare it – your kids (and you!) will love it every time.

This whole dish cooks in the microwave, so it will definitely be ready in under a half an hour. Tastes like it baked in the oven for hours!

This simple recipe is quick, easy and healthy! It's also meat-free.

Lots of frozen veggies flavored with paprika and dry mustard make a quick and easy side dish with all the nutrients you crave.

A simple side dish that goes with anything.

I also make sure the vegetables come out right by grilling them over indirect heat — that is, cooking the vegetables on the cooler side of the grill, not right above the heat, so they are less likely…

A way to add some zing to those boring little bags of tea. Great for a dinner party!

This salad is healthy and pretty to look at. I usually serve it on warm days along with three or four other cold dishes for supper.

Apples and dates mix with sour cream and mustard in this unique dish.

Soy product is the perfect meat-substitute to still make a loaf.

Knishes are Eastern European and popular in Jewish cuisine. Follow this basic dough recipe for the outside and then choose corned beef, potatoes, mushroom or tuna to fill your knish. All recipes included.

This winning flavor pair is an excellent first course with Thai or Asian food.

A splash of lemon juice and lots of veggies make this an excellent summer side dish.

Light, simple and flavorful this is a very easy dish to throw together in no time. A great way to get veggies into the meal too!

Anyone can afford caviar when it's made with eggplant and a few other choice ingredients.

The super-healthy food squash is stuffed with a black bean and vegetable mixture in this delicious recipe.

A classic holiday--and any day--dish.

This tri-color pepper, cherry tomato, and dried currant salad is pretty as well as tasty.

This recipe can be completely assembled and baked up to 2 days ahead of time. Cover and store in the refrigerator. It's creamy but not heavy. The broccoli adds a wonderful crunch, and the mushrooms and…

This vegetarian salad is a filling and delicious meal with smoked tofu, corn, broccoli, and pineapple.

Try these sweet potatoes made with brown sugar and ginger.

This elegant soup is served chilled and the purple potatoes add a hint of color.

Some torta doughs contain a bit of wine in the dough and butter instead of shortening.

Rosemary adds an extra special touch to this fancy macaroni and cheese.

This cheese pie is served as an appetizer with cocktails or a side dish with dinner.

I just started sprouting my own beans and seeds and am having so much fun experimenting with combinations. This simple concoction was gleaned from somewhere online. My husband calls them Botched Bagels…

Yet another great recipe for this super-food, also featuring pine nuts

Yummy and vegetarian, you will love this fresh alternative to the typical breakfast fare. The appearance may look less than impressive, but this winning combination of vegetables will make you try this…