Parsnip Fries

2 lb parsnips1 tbsp vegetable oil1/4 cup waterCoarse salt and pepper​1. Peel and cut parsnips into long skinny ‘fries’; discard woody core.2. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add parsnips, toss well and cook uncovered until...

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Golden Scalloped Potatoes

6 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1/2 cup onion, finely chopped2 cups Swiss cheese, gratedSalt and freshly ground pepper1 1/4 cups chicken broth2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.2. In a 9˝ square baking dish, layer half the potato slices,...

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Baked Onion Rings Parmesan

2 large onions1/2 cup each dry breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese1 tsp dried basil leaves1/2 tsp each dried oregano leaves and salt1/4 tsp garlic powder2 eggsSalsa 1. Cut onions in 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick slices; separate into rings.2. In shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, cheese, basil,...

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Strawberry Cobb Salad

Strawberry Dressing:5 medium strawberries, hulled1 tbsp grainy mustard1 tbsp honey1 tbsp fresh lemon juice3 tbsp apple cider vinegar¼ cup olive oilSalt and pepper Salad:6 cups crisp salad greens, such as romaine or baby spinach1 cup corn kernels2 oz goat...

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Salmon on Veggie and Leek Lentils

2 tsp olive oil1 onion finely chopped1 leek white and light green parts only, finely chopped1 rib celery finely chopped2 sprigs thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme1 clove garlic minced1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper1 1/2 cup green lentils dried2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth no-salt2 cups water1 green zucchini cubed1 yellow zucchini cubed4 salmon fillets1 tbsp olive oil4 lemon wedges1/4 cup cilantro leavessalt and pepper to taste 1. In...

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Easy Pizza Soup

1 tbsp vegetable oil2 cups sliced white mushrooms2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped1 tsp dried Italian herb seasoning1 sweet red pepper, chopped1 can (14 oz/398 ml) pizza sauce2-1/4 cups water3 tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup diced ham3/4 cup croutons3/4 cup shredded...

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Picnic Jar Salad

2 tbsp fat free salad dressing1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved1/2 cup cucumber chopped1/2 cup red pepper chopped1/2 cup black beans canned, drained and rinsed1/2 cup strawberries chopped1 tbsp goat cheese2 cups spinach 1. Layer all ingredients in a 1 L mason jar starting with the dressing and ending with the spinach. Refrigerate.2. When you are reading to eat, shake and transfer...

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Lasagna Salad

6 whole wheat lasagna noodlesOlive oil2 cups (500 mL) (475 g) low-fat ricotta cheese, drained if necessary1 cup (250 mL) shredded fontina cheese1/2 cup (125 mL) sprouts1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped fresh parsley1 clove garlic, minced1 tbsp (15 mL) each chopped...

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