Low-carb/12 recipes

By using most whole wheat flour and olive oil makes this German plum cake much healthier but still tastes super moist and delicious.

This is one of several Chinese stuffed pancake recipes, here we use bok choy, shiitake mushrooms and mung bean noodles (like vermicelli), tossed with sesame oil, ginger, garlic and five spice powder, lightly fry them on a non-stick skillet until golden brown outside, and steamy and flavorful inside.

Classic pancakes perfect for Sunday breakfast with real maple syrup.

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.

Get into the holiday spirit with these cookies that will make you wish it was Christmas every day of the year.

This quick and easy Chinese stir-fry is another popular recipe in China, and you can find it in almost every Chinese restaurant. Shiitake mushrooms cooked with bok choy, stirring in some soy sauce, sugar and garlic in the end. The whole dish is fresh and tasty.

Gumdrop cookies made with buttermilk that are perfect for Christmas or as a snack in front of the fireplace.

Everyone loves peanut butter cookies, so try this simple recipe that's perfect for a light snack for the kids.

Moist bursts of mouthwatering cranberries run throughout. These cranberry muffins are so easy to make, and they are absolutely the best!

A favorite of ours which goes well with any type of fish, particularly flaky white fish.

Wonton appetizers stuffed with crab, cream cheese and a touch of soy sauce.

Quick and easy trout with lemon, butter and toasted almonds.

Follow this simple recipe to make your perfect home fries to serve with breakfast omelet, delicious and nutritious.

Fresh vegetables, seasoned with garlic, salt, sesame oil, olive oil and a touch of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Refreshing and crunchy!

Oven-roasted cherry tomato and garlic make this delicious dip absolutely addictive. Sweet, tangy and garlicky. You can dip some crunchy vegetables into it, spread it over the toast or toss it with some pasta. Heirloom or vine-ripe tomatoes work well too.

Very easy recipe. I substituted peach-mango Kool Aid for the strawberry, and diced a fresh mango for garnish. Delicious and light!