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A lively fresh appetizer perfect for the summer. Mint and oregano brightness the couscous toped with fried tomatoes, almonds and a bit of salty feta.

Beef stuffed inside large pasta shells topped with gooey cheese then baked to perfection designed to serve two people.

Classic Italian meatballs made with a beef and pork blend, parmesan, fresh basil, and parsley. Browned in olive oil, then simmered in tomato sauce until tender and juicy. The kind that turns spaghetti night special.

Sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, smoky toasted corn, toasted walnuts, black olives and feta cheese are tossed together with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, parsley and mint, a tasty and flavorful salad that can be served as a side dish or a nutritious and delicious main dish!

I make triangles and leave out the mizithra or cottage cheese (too wet for these). Great appetizers if you make them small.

This colorful low fat salad can be enjoyed warm or cold.

This version of the classic green bean casserole lightens the load without sacrificing the flavor or creaminess. Making your own french fried onions adds loads of crispy fried onion goodness.

Savory vegetarian pie with caramelized onions, mixed mushrooms, and Gruyere in a rustic oat-flour crust. A lighter quiche-style main dish with an earthy, nutty depth of flavor.

Cheesy mashed potatoes baked into a souffle-like casserole with Old English cheese, cream cheese, and whipped egg whites folded in. Parmesan-crusted top.

Sauteed mushroom and Swiss chard with layered mashed potatoes, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, after baking the flavor is wonderful. It is also a good dish for holidays.

Although quite good with using cottage cheese, I prefer to make the rolls with part-skim ricotta. They are delicious!

Bright, herb-forward hummus with no tahini needed. Sautéed onion and garlic blend with fresh parsley, basil, oregano, and coriander into silky chickpeas for a lighter Middle Eastern dip that skips the paste but keeps all the flavor. Ready in 25 minutes.

A great way to use some of your abundant tomato crop.

Crockpot meatballs in a tasty home-made BBQ sauce.

This recipe was given to me by a former co-worker. It is much lighter and healthier than regular lasagna.

This hearty Italian vegetable soup delivers. It is chock full of vegetables, two kinds of beans, pasta, and tomatoes, everything needed for a relaxed Sunday meal.