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.

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 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!

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

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.

Light and delicious with great tomato flavor!

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

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

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

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

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

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 and very nutritious

This is a beautiful way to serve up pumpkin!

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.

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

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.

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

Traditional Southern cooking during tomato season.

Recipe given to me from my Grandmother.

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

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

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

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

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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…

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…

This is a delicious variation on traditional lasagna for vegetarians.

Celery soup provides the base for this otherwise orange casserole.

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.

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.

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!  

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.

A delicious vegetarian meal and a tasty appetizer for anyone.

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.

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

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

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!

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

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…

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!

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Try mixing apricots to your sweet potato casserole.

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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…

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

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

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.

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…

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

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.…

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!

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

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 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.

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!

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.…

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

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

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

Enjoy with cornbread, in front of a roaring fire

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…

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

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.

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…

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.

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

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

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 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.

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

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

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

This healthy, vegetarian pizza is prepared on pita bread.

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 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…

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.

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…

Borekas are savory or sweet pastries made with puff pastry and a variety of fillings. The shape of a boreka usually tells you what the filling is — triangles for cheese, squares for potatoes, twists…

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.

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.

This cake isn't made with eggs, so even the strictest of vegans can eat this dessert!

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

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.

This is quite creamy, but very delicious.

This is my go-to appetizer, it's cheap and easy.

A delicious, healthy side dish in the summer. Simple ingredients. Light. Special sauce provides extra burst of flavor.

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

An easy salad to make, just add zucchini, tomatoes, onions , vinegar and olive oil with some fresh seasoning.

I originally found the recipe for Green Tomato Pie in an old cookbook my grandmother had. It makes a great brunch addition or a light lunch entrée. Some people even like it for dessert.

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

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

Cauliflower, broccoli and carrots make up this veggie-packed side dish.

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

Simple to do, very tasty, low in calories too.

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 a simple way to incorporate the vitamins of carrots and satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect low-carb pairing for any protein dish.

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

This low-fat recipe is vegetarian and full of flavor. A great side dish!

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.

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.

Try this new twist on breakfast, made with Vegetarian alternatives and lots of fresh ingredients.

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!

Cottage cheese and rice make up the bulk of this simple dish.

I whipped these up for my grandkids' breakfast the day after Thanksgiving from the leftovers. They felt quite special having individual little pies of their own.

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

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.

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

This is a simple traditional tomato sauce that can be used on pasta, Pizza or any recipe that requires marinara sauce. It is always good topped with parmesan or romano grated cheese

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.

With this creamy preparation, even picky children will eat their vegetables.

Sweet and juicy, these two ingredients go beautifully together to make a sugared side dish.

Lima beans and water chestnuts give this veggie casserole a nice crunch.

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!

Just as flavorful and filling as meat varieties, and good for you too!

Feed your family with this easy cheap recipe!

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

Packed full of flavor, color, and nutrition. Even the pickiest eaters will love this one. Make it Vegan by using soy cheese and soy sour cream.

This vegetarian dish is quite a tasty surprise with ricotta sauce.

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.

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

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

This garden road salsa is a mixture of corn, beans and peppers. It makes for a healthy appetizer or veggie side dish. Once you start eating it, you won't be able to stop!

This filling side dish is full of protein and flavor – and excellent vegetarian dish!

This acorn squash recipe is easy enough for a novice or bachelor to cook. It tastes as good as it looks.

A simply delicious combo in this vegetarian sandwich

This is an excellent veggie sandwich with lots of flavor!

This is a great low carb and low fat lunch that will keep you full for the rest of the day. Tons of vegetables packed into a tortilla for nutritious goodness.

This tasty (and super-healthy) Vegan dish is good for everyone, not just Vegans!

This vegetarian, egg soufflé is tasty and a great color!

For a comforting pasta dish that will really stick with you, try this recipe.

The seasoning in the cooking makes these artichokes delicious hot or cold and is also low calorie! From the valley where they are grown, this recipe is not only easy and simple, these artichokes are simply…

This basic sauce can be used with just about anything. Add it to your repertoire – you'll be using it a lot!

Delicious dish and easy to make in the microwave. Definitely for thecheese-lovers.

The name must be ironic because this hearty meal is a snap to prepare.

This vegetarian pasta dish is full of the flavor of Italian cheeses and spices.

A wonderful side dish for a big family holiday get together. This includes all sorts of tastes and textures.

A perfect dish for any vegetarian or for any fan of eggplant.

Enjoy a tasty, vegetarian alternative to the beef burger and look out for your health.

This quick and easy potato recipe is a great way to get dinner on the table fast.

This one's perfect for this time of year when those wonderful homegrown tomatoes are on.

It is a great way of using small amounts of leftover vegetables and the family that hates corn or peas will love it.

Wolfgang PuckBecause the vegetables probably won’t come straight from your garden, you have my permission to use good quality chicken, beef, or vegetable broth instead of water, to give your soup the…

This is a very easy soup to make with delicious chunks of zucchini.

This colorful quinoa dish is easy to cook, and everyone will love it!

These stuffed lasagna noodles really hit the spot. Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions. Serve with a tossed salad, warm garlic bread, and a glass of White Zinfandel for a superb meal.…

A tasty breakfast alternative for vegans and vegetarians.

Potatoes take the place of meat in this spicy veggie recipe.

This vegetarian pasta is sure to please.

These baked tomato halves are a quick and tasty side dish, served warm and bubbly from the oven, perfect to accompany broiled or grilled fish or chicken. Better yet, fresh tomatoes are a delicious source…

Moussaka, a hearty, layered Greek casserole, is often quite rich and complicated. This version is neither. The usual eggy custard topping is replaced with a deceivingly rich-tasting topping of cottage…

Sage and garlic spice this simple dish that's full of protein. Great for vegetarians.

Pineapple and ginger add some tropical flavor to these carrots.

Very cheesy, but a nice dish to make for non-meat-eaters.

This vegetarian lasagna is full of healthy spinach and great flavor.

Couldn’t be easier! Also a great way to use up leftover chili if you have it.

A protein-rich vegetarian version of stuffed peppers that is certain to please. The long prep time is the time needed to steam the rice pilaf. The rest comes together quickly while you are cooking the…

Passed down from my grandmother, this recipe is great for any occasion and involves no cooking!  Born and raised in Azores, Portugual, my grandmother raised 18 children, and fed all of them well with…

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

Flavorful veggies are really easy to make on the grill and a sure-fire way to please your family and friends. Add some cubes of tofu or another favorite source of protein and you've got yourself the perfect…

Proceed with caution because this chili is not for the faint of heart (or tastebud)!

This sauce-less pizza has lots of fresh veggies and ripe tomatoes.

With cherry tomatoes, spinach, zucchini, and yellow pepper, this penne pasta dish is bursting with garden goodies.

This dish is like a pizza baked in a casserole dish without the crust. Lots of great Italian flavor without a lot of work.

French dressing adds a special flavoring.

This unique soup uses peanut butter and tomato paste and goes well with any dish.

A Southwestern twist on the usual corn casserole.

This vegetarian soup features the great tastes of tarragon, garlic, and celery seeds.

This is a tasty way to prepare tofu, especially for vegans because it tastes a little bit like egg. Very filling, especially if eaten in a tortilla like a burrito.

With flavorful guacamole, cheese, cucumber, and red pepper, this sandwich is the perfect light lunch.

This easy pasta dish has a light cream sauce with lots of lemon juice, so it isn't too heavy. Great, easy vegetarian dinner!

This flavorful side dish cooks completely in the microwave, so it's easy to throw together and you get fabulous Asian flavor.

I made my own recipe for a small dinner party!! I'm sorry I didn't get a picture, a bit busy during the holidays, hope this works. My family and friends loved it, will be making it again soon.

Good polenta is a table favorite throughout Northern Italy.

This vegan recipe is, low-fat, salt-free and high-fiber and delicious!

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.

Sauteed zucchini pieces are coated with a zesty marinara sauce and topped with a generous helping of mozzarella cheese. These baked sandwiches are a great vegetarian version of the Italian grinder.

For a smoky and sumptuous veggie-filled grilled sandwich, try this easy recipe. All it takes is some veggies, focaccia bread, lemon- mayonnaise dressing, and crumbled feta.

Contrary to the name's claim, this pie is a throw-everything-into-the-pan recipe, and vegetarian too!

Easy to make and fun to eat, try this simple recipe.

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

An award winning, fondueish over the top grilled cheese that'll make people flock to your feet begging for mercy. Hold on... I have to get the door. Sheesh, they won't leave me alone.

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 is a fast, easy and tasty vegetarian dinner, or you can add chicken or sausage if you miss the meat.

Creamy and cheesy, no one will know they're eating veggies!

This vegetarian stew is a delicious meal served over couscous or brown rice.

Serve over rice for an easy meal that requires very little cleanup. Hearty, healthy and filling!

Use the slow-cooker to make the cheesiest, creamiest macaroni and cheese possible.

Baked with a creamy cheese sauce and a crunchy topping, this ravioli comes out perfect.

Great supper when you don't have a lot of time.

Healthful squash is combined with chickpeas, olives, and feta cheese in this vegetarian recipe.

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

Eating filling, meatless dishes is never boring when you have recipes like this one.

Wolfgang Puck Of course, I like ordinary cultivated mushrooms, also called button mushrooms because of the neat little way they look when immature, their caps still tightly closed. I also go for wild…

You can use this as a side or main dish.

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

This simple pasta dish has lots of yummy veggies for a health, yet very filling meal.

This vegetarian dish is both colorful and delicious.

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

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