Buttermilk Cake with Strawberries Mascarpone (Italian cream cheese) is blended with drained nonfat yogurt for a smooth, creamy cake filling.
Roasted Vegetable & Feta Sandwiches Inspired by that famous New Orleans sandwich, the muffaletta, this jazzy vegetarian version is actually good for you.
Fillet of Sole with Spinach & Tomatoes Fish, spinach, tomatoes and garlic combine classically in a quick, delicious supper. Serve with steamed new potatoes...
Chocolate-Banana Souffles The creaminess of mashed banana makes it possible to eliminate egg yolks from souffles without sacrificing the mouth-...
Pan Bagna In the Provencal dialect, "pan bagna" means "moist bread." In this lightened version of the classic...
Sweet & Sour Onion Jam This is a convenient condiment to keep on hand. It makes a delicious topping for grilled meats and also enlivens...
Blue Cheese Dressing A tangy, rich blue cheese dressing you don't have to feel guilty about.
Herb & Lemon Roast Chicken Even if you're only feeding four, it is a good idea to roast two chickens at once. It takes the same amount of...
Apricot Smoothie Canned apricot halves blend with yogurt in a tangy and refreshing smoothie.
French Silk Pie Bittersweet chocolate and Dutch-process cocoa meld with a shot of fresh brewed coffee to give an ultra-rich flavor to...
Lima Bean Spread with Cumin & Herbs Humble limas are transformed into a sensational Mediterranean spread that is vibrant with a mix of fresh herbs and...
Orange-Rosemary Glazed Chicken Shine up plain baked chicken with a tart rosemary and citrus glaze. Serve with roasted potatoes and sauteed spinach.
Provencal Chicken Here is one simple technique that guarantees juicy results every time. First, pound the chicken: making it thinner...
Tarragon Chicken This creamy sauce is a classic with chicken - and while tarragon is the traditional herb, thyme or rosemary would also...
Flourless Chocolate Torte A treasured family recipe for Passover chocolate-apple torte, updated to be lower in fat and still incredibly rich-...
Crab Salad with Pimiento Mayonnaise Pimientos and a touch of cayenne enrich a light creamy dressing for a luxurious but healthful seafood salad that makes...
Roman-Style Chicken This recipe is an example of a favorite Italian trick--getting two dishes out of one. The chicken is served as an...