Muffins/2 recipes

Because the chocolate is the star in this recipe, spring for the good stuff, like Valrhona or E. Guittard. You can enjoy the muffins as a snack, or at brunch with some crème fraîche or clotted cream instead of normal muffin accompaniments.

The other day while we were watching Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen, chefs were making flatbread, basically like pizza, just different shape, which really made my craving for pizza come back to life. Then start making this sun-dried tomato, olive and basil pesto flatbread, and it was so good...

Have to give this recipe 5 star. It was quite easy to make, and it came out delicious.

100 Percent Whole-Wheat Bread recipe

Elegant Pureed Roasted Eggplant w/ Tahini.

Puree of Yellow Squash Soup recipe

A simple and delicious broccoli salad that is the perfect substitute for when you're tired of the same old leaf lettuce side dish.

Persimmon Muffins recipe

Absolutely delicious! I love pumpkin but hate making pie crust, so this is a great alternative. Very easy, too. The maple syrup is a nice subtle flavor. The honey glazed walnuts are really a nice touch. Going to be using them in other things, too. I presented this two ways, one still in the ramekin, and one unmolded. Thanks for a great new addition to the fall dessert line-up.

Here is this New England yankee's version of a Southern classic. The cornmeal and panko crumb crust is what sets this recipe apart from others.

This is a great way to use up extra home made dressing. Cook pasta the day before. Then add your leftover dressing and marinate in the refrigerator overnight. The pasta will absorb all the goodness from the dressing and is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or supper.

Bitter winter greens made incredibly tasty. The collards are quickly braised to tame any bitterness then mixed with crispy prosciutto, garlic and cayenne pepper for a bit of kick and lemon for a bit of brightness. Healthy winter greens for a solid deep south down-home flair.

A rich and crusty bread that's easy to make with this tasty recipe that's stress-free.

Pineapple Muffins recipe

This scrumptious chicken dish is made with safflower oil, plain yogurt and a pinch of cayenne pepper.