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Savory Zucchini Muffins
Savory Zucchini Muffins

I made these muffins with the leftover zucchini pulp from the basil and ricotta stuffed zucchini recipe. They turned out fluffy, moist and packed with yumminess. Another awesome recipe to make zucchini into something delicious :-)

Thai Tamarind Chicken Stir Fry
Thai Tamarind Chicken Stir Fry

Tired of cooking chicken the plain old style? How about making it Thai style this time! And with a hint of tamarind added to it, there is no way you can keep yourself from licking the last morsel of it left off the plate. What’s more? It is quick and easy to make and can be prepared in a jiffy whenever you have unannounced guests at home. A classic Thai recipe, this sweet and sour chicken stir fry even though is a meal by itself but when served with fragrant jasmine rice they take the eating experience to a whole new level. Try is right away!

Basil-Lemon Shrimp Linguine
Basil-Lemon Shrimp Linguine

Basil-Lemon Shrimp Linguine recipe

Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Sun-dried Tomato and Artichoke Hearts
Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Sun-dried Tomato & Artichoke Hearts

Mediterranean foods are not only delicious, but they are also good for you. This Mediterranean pasta salad is packed with goodness with lots of great flavors. Serve it as a side dish or a simply delicious main dish.

Italian Pizza Sauce & Crust
Italian Pizza Sauce & Crust

The bottom of the pizza, called the "crust", may vary widely according to style—thin as in a typical hand-tossed pizza or Roman pizza, or thick as in a typical pan pizza or Chicago-style pizza. It is traditionally plain, but may also be seasoned with garlic, or herbs, or stuffed with cheese.

Minnesota Cream of Mushroom Soup
Minnesota Cream of Mushroom Soup

My favorite as a child growing up in cold Minnesota.

Roasted Eggplant, Pepper and Garlic with Whole Wheat Pasta
Roasted Eggplant, Pepper & Garlic with Whole Wheat Pasta

Even if you don't like eggplant, you will love this dish. Roasting develops huge amount of flavor and gets rid of most of the moisture from the vegetables. Roasted garlic just adds more yumminess. A delicious pasta dish that can be served as a side dish or a vegetarian main course.

Creamy Ranch Salad Dressing (Light)
Creamy Ranch Salad Dressing (Light)

A light and healthy version of a creamy ranch salad dressing.

Hearty Vegetarian Minestrone
Hearty Vegetarian Minestrone

A hearty vegetarian version of my favorite soup. It's easy to make it vegetarian by using roasted vegetable stock instead of beef stock. By adding a leftover parmesan rind (I save them in the freezer for this soup) it adds extra flavor. (optional)

Nona's Meatballs
Nona's Meatballs

This recipe is over 100 years old. I add a twist to the recipe (and a little sweetness) by adding some golden raisins, like my favorite restaurant in Provincetown, Mass., does.

Artichokes, Cherry Tomato and Feta Cheese Pasta Salad
Artichokes, Cherry Tomato & Feta Cheese Pasta Salad

Quick and easy to make, and the salad tastes refreshing and delicious.

Mediterranean Crackers
Mediterranean Crackers

Sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, basil and feta cheese give the nutty crackers tangy Mediterranean flavors, and these crackers are great with cheddar cheese, cream cheese or any cheese you like to go together. They are great appetizer or snack when you have company to come over.

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Bruschetta and Mozzarella
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Bruschetta & Mozzarella

Fresh bruschetta is juicy and flavorful, mozzarella cheese adds the extra layer of cheesiness, and the combination is filled into grilled portobello mushrooms. You may need extra napkin to catch up all these juicy and yummy drippings!

Grilled Garlic Shrimp
Grilled Garlic Shrimp

Super easy marinated shrimp, skewered then grilled to perfection. Great as a warm weather main dish or as an appetizer/hors d'oevres.

Beef Stew over Mashed Potatoes
Beef Stew over Mashed Potatoes

A hearty beef stew served over mashed potatoes - a cold weather delight!