Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, side dishes, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian on April 10, 2008 | 4 Comments »
Ok, ok. I admit it - I’ll say it loudly and boldly - I LOVE ROASTED GREEN BEANS. I can’t keep off of ‘em, either. There is just something so enticing about the roasting process - the way the delicious aroma permeates the house; the golden-browned glistening that roasting imbues to veggies; the cute little way that the [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, side dishes, vegetables on February 26, 2008 | No Comments »
This is a simple and easy side dish. There are really no measurements; rather, just add seasonings gently and to your liking. Enjoy!
Roasted brussel sprouts
1-2 dozen brussel sprouts, tough end cut off
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place the brussel sprouts [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, dairyfree recipes, side dishes, soy milk, turkey bacon, vegetables on February 15, 2008 | No Comments »
This recipe looked so good on Simply Recipes that I just had to try it, and I was not disappointed. I modified it a little, using turkey bacon instead of regular, and no dairy products - I used margarine and soy milk in place. Just delicious, and a really mouth-watering side dish. LOVED IT! Enjoy!
Creamed [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, chicken, dairyfree recipes, main dishes, side dishes, tomatoes on February 12, 2008 | No Comments »
I visited Provence, France, for the very first time a couple of years ago, and really fell in love with the entire region. The Mediterranean-influenced cuisine only enhanced my whole visit; it is healthy, regionally inspired, and flavorful. When I dream about returning, my mind floats back to some of the really simple and wholesome meals I [...]
Posted in Asian cuisine, Recipes, South Beach-friendly, dressing, side dishes, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian on February 11, 2008 | No Comments »
Steamed broccoli is so good by itself, and acts like a sponge for any dressing or sauce that is delivered to it. Next time you steam some broccoli, try making this quick and easy Asian vinagrette and pour it over top. I modified this recipe from The Best of Fine Cooking 101 Tips (which I can’t [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, dairyfree recipes, side dishes, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian on February 4, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Overlooked, ignored, and often maligned, the parsnip is a noble little vegetable, full of subtle flavor and substance. In this recipe, it is pureed, and because it is a root vegetable, it imparts a wonderful earthiness. For something different and surprisingly delicious, try pureed parsnips instead of mashed potatoes next time you are looking for a [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, casseroles, chicken, dairyfree recipes, main dishes, side dishes, tomatoes, vegetables on January 11, 2008 | No Comments »
Here’s a great dinner that’s high on flavor and low on carbs. A filling meal, no dairy, and actually tastes even better the next day when you reheat your leftovers (that is, if you have any). Enjoy!
Captain’s chicken
1 pound boneless chicken breast tenders
1/4 cup flour
coarse salt
freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, casseroles, dairyfree recipes, side dishes, soy cheese, turkey bacon, vegetables on December 31, 2007 | No Comments »
Here is a quick and easy dish that makes a great side, or serve it next to your favorite soup for a complete meal. I made it with turkey bacon, but I believe you could have excellent results using veggie bacon, too. Creamy flavored and delicious, and, as always, dairy-free. Enjoy!
Cauliflower bake
1 large head of cauliflower, [...]
Posted in Recipes, dairyfree recipes, fruit, salad, side dishes on November 20, 2007 | No Comments »
This is one of my favorite sides that I make during the autumn when cranberries are abundant, and really tastes good on the Thanksgiving plate. It is both sweet and tart, and has a wonderful blend of textures and a little crunch too. My sister calls it cranberry charoset, named after a dish called charoset [...]
Posted in Recipes, South Beach-friendly, side dishes, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian on November 13, 2007 | No Comments »
This is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, and the puree can be made ahead of time. Roasting brings out the rich flavor of the brussel sprout, and the squash puree has just a hint of sweetness to assist the whole dish in melting in your mouth. Enjoy!
Roasted brussel sprouts in a pool of butternut [...]
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