North american boil recipes with 400 or fewer calories costing less than $1.0 per serving

Chocolate Ganaché

This is a rich, dark chocolate topping or decoration that has lots of uses. It can be whipped as filling or icing, or just poured over whatever cake…

Make-over Spaghetti & Shrimp Salad

Originally mayo was the dressing for this salad recipe from a friend long ago, but I decided to give it a…

Tapioca Mousse

This is a very fluffy, light, but rich tasting dessert. It is best served chilled. The mixture of texture between the slight chewiness of the…

Parsley Potatoes

These fork-tender and flavorful potatoes make an easy yet elegant accompaniment to any main entree

Green Beans, New Potatoes and Bacon

A delicious side to serve with meat, or as a main luncheon dish with salad. Honestly I could almost eat a…

Caramel Pudding

The Amish call it caramel pudding but most people call it butterscotch pudding.

Orange Chipotle Vinaigrette

This recipe is adapted from one by Julie Campoy in her book Julienne. I made some changes to it. I added garlic, used more honey and reduced 50%…

Chocolate Tapioca Pudding

Take old-fashioned tapioca pudding to a grand level for a special Valentine dessert - add chocolate! Be patient as you cook the pudding, it can…

Bow Ties With Bacon And Tomatoes

Bow-tie pasta dresses up this easy skillet side for a special occasion or a weeknight family meal!

Bean-Sausage Creole Soup

Bean-Sausage Creole Soup is an easy, hearty, spicy, delicious and also a quick 35 minute stovetop recipe. A great spicy soup with corn, red beans,…

Arroz A La Mexicana

Cranberry Ice

The cold tart treat is a wonderful accompaniment to a traditional turkey dinner.

Quick & Easy Fruit Compote with Vanilla Sauce (and a no-added sugar or low-sugar variation)

A fruit compote on the table in 15 minutes? Here's a dessert kids (and…

Salsa Verde

Traditional Mexican Green Salsa.