American dinner party recipes with 400 or fewer calories costing more than $3 per serving

Flavorful Grilled Shrimp

This is a classic grilled shrimp recipe originally from Craig Clairborne's NYT cookbook, then adapted by Ina Garten, and then finally perfected by…

Marinated Asparagus

This versatile recipe made with fresh asparagus can be made year around. Serve it cold or warm as side with any meal. My favorite way to serve…

Grilled Vegetable Salad

Inspired by The Ivy in Santa Monica, this is a wonderful spring salad that can be served as a side to grilled meats or as a main for lunch or a…

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

A very simple and delicious asparagus, lightly accented with parmesan.

Shrimp and Spinach Saute' Recipe

A great wine sauce with shrimp and spinach. Great over pasta, rice, or even a baked potato..

grilled shrimp and mushrooms

good with hot cooked rice or green noodles(spoon remaining sauce over,if desired) steamed vegetables in season and a spinach salad

Corn Chowder with Crab

Salt Crusted Fish

When I saw the article in the May edition of Fine Cooking on Salt Encrusted Fish, I knew I had to try it. After all, I live in South Florida and I’m…

Wild Berry Blast

This is a delicious, and healthy fruit smoothie.

Sauteed Pineapple Salad

Delicious sauteed pineapple slices with a hint of cinnamon and sugar, served on a bed of fresh green lettuce and sprinkled with grated cheddar…

Citrus Scallops

The bright color of the red bell pepper and oranges, combined with lime juice; give these scallops a refreshing burst of flavor.

Chow-Chow Relish

Fall's green tomatoes are a perfect base for a batch of chow-chow. This pickled relish or condiment is lip-smacking good on hotdogs, hamburgers,…

Grilled Chicken-Melon Salad

Grilled Chicken-Melon Salad is an easy recipe for your outdoor barbecue and grilling recipe files. It is a Tex-Mex style recipe with chopped chicken…

Grilled Scallops and Papaya Salsa

Great light dinner or lunch. Make sure to have some good crusty bread with it.