Dieting-special-diets/10 recipes

No special occasion needed for this decadent dessert...it's so easy.

It's the season of Swiss chard and kale. We got lots of these fresh leafy greens from our CSA farm, and I was trying to come out an idea to use them up, surfing the internet, found a recipe in New York Times, it's a chard and feta phyllo tart. Definitely got the inspiration, I used both chard and kale, instead of feta, I used cheddar; and I sauteed some fresh mushrooms and added some toasted pine nuts, which worked very well. Also, I used a pie plate instead of a tart pan, and it was a great success, absolutely flavorful and delicious. The phyllo crust came out flaky and crispy. Have definitely become one of my signature recipes :)

Slow-cooked beef patties in a creamy mushroom and onion gravy. Real comfort food.

This prosciutto, fontina and sun-dried tomato tart was brilliant. The combination of these three ingredients and the buttery-crispy puff pastry was absolutely delicious!

Simply delicious. If you use canned beans, it only takes you about 10 minutes, a tasty and flavorful salad is ready. Have it as a side dish or a nutritious main dish.

This salad's presentation is quite lovely. The citrus vinaigrette is top notch and we use the leftovers for other vegetables. The combination of orange, lemon, lime and grapefruit really kick it up a notch. If you really want to impress your guests and blow them away with sophistication this is sure to wow them. Or just make the dressing and use it for other dishes and turn any ordinary vegetable into something special.

"Prime rib is one of the most delectable dinners there is. We order it in our favorite upscale restaurant on special occasions, but few consider they have the skill to make it at home. Yes, you do and here's how. It will compare to the finest you've ever eaten and you'll be be amazed at how easy it is to do. It's not a budget dinner, so go to a reputable butcher and buy the best quality 'Prime' Rib roast available.

I substituted deli roasted turkey breast for the chicken and used whole grain oatmeal bread. Outstanding.

Turnips and carrots are cooked in the pan and glazed with lemon, thyme and brown sugar. A quick and tasty side dish.

This quick and easy dish tastes refreshingly delicious, and it's also packed with nutrients. Use whole wheat pasta to add extra goodness, or use gluten-free pasta if you are on a gluten-free diet.

A delicious combination of leeks, mushrooms and potatoes topped with cheese and baked until crusty on top yet creamy underneath.

Sweet corn and juicy cherry tomatoes are combined with a quick, easy and smoky cheese garlic sauce. You can have it as a side dish or a simply delicious main course. Next day the leftover tastes even better.

It's hard to believe a handful of spinach with a few simple ingredients can turn into something very special. You might want to make a double batch.

This Thanksgiving stuffing is packed with fresh seasonal flavors. Will stuff a 10 to 16 pound turkey which serves up to 10 people.

Literally 5 minutes of cooking time. Start to finish this baby bok choy about 10 minutes and is packed with flavor.

What an easy and tasty dish! Don't forget to let the breasts rest for about 10 minutes after you take them out of the oven, which ensures that all the delicious juices are secured inside the breasts. The roasted veggies were also very flavourful. Definitely a wholesome meal.