Spring mix, a blend of small, tender lettuces, is an ideal base for side salads with a more delicate profile (think herbs, berries, and nuts rather than croutons, pungent cheeses, or big, crunchy vegetables). This Mediterranean version would be a perfect side for citrus-and-herb baked chicken and Greek-style roasted potatoes. Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive […]
You can substitute 2 cups fat-free, lower-sodium turkey or chicken broth and 1/8 teaspoon powdered saffron for Turkey-Saffron Stock. Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 2 (1-ounce) slices country white bread, torn into small pieces 1 garlic clove 1/3 cup fat-free milk 1 tablespoon pine nuts, coarsely chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 ounces ground […]
hink of chopped falafel as a tasty, protein-packed crouton—it adds texture to the salad and turns a simple side into a substantial main dish. We chose a Mediterranean theme here, but you could use any nuts, cheeses, or vegetables you like. Serve with (what else?) toasted whole-wheat pita wedges and creamy hummus, or simply toasted […]
Stuffed chicken may very well be the entertaining cook’s best friend. It appears complicated and fussy, but really it’s very simple to execute. Your guests will never know that you didn’t need to use complicated string to hold your chicken together; toothpicks are suited for the job. In this classic stuffed chicken recipe, turkey sausage […]
Ingredients 1 (9-ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini (such as DiGiorno) 1 tablespoon pine nuts 1 teaspoon olive oil 6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 (6-ounce) package fresh baby spinach 1/4 cup (1 ounce) preshredded Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced Preparation 1. Cook pasta according to the package directions, […]