Raita 1 cup plain yogurt - (you can use a non-dairy one if you are avoiding dairy products - coconut is my favorite it is tangy with just a hint...

Pumpkin Curry 1 large onion (chopped) 1 large clove of garlic (minced and rested for 15 minutes prior to cooking) 2 cans low-sodium garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed) 1 large...

The thing about this casserole is that it marries two different flavors and consistencies, mashed potatoes and mushrooms, without either flavor overwhelming the other. It can be assembled in advance...

Bread and garlic soup is an old Italian recipe. I am sure it came about when a thrifty housewife was trying to figure-out what to do with left-over, probably slightly...

Picadillo I was first introduced to picadillo at a fundraising luncheon where it was served over rice, topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of raisins. If...

Pico de Gallo Translated, this means “rooster’s beak” and is also known as salsa fresca, “fresh sauce”. 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes - Roma tomatoes make a good choice they...

Refried Beans 1 can refried beans of your choice 1 can drained and rinsed black beans 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 to 1/2 cup water Mix...

Oven-Roasted Tomatoes Roasting is a great way to cook all those cherry tomatoes from that prolific plant. The tomato flavors concentrate and become sweet. They can be added to salads,...

Tabbouleh 2 cups Bulgar 3 cups marsley (finely chopped ) 1/4 cup mint (finely chopped ) 1 medium red onion (diced) 2 cups cherry tomatoes (chopped ) 1 medium cucumber...

Easy Ratatouille 1 Eggplant (washed, not peeled, cut in chunks) 2 Medium Zucchini 1 Large Onion (cut in half and sliced or chopped) 1 Bell pepper (chopped) 1 Clove Garlic...