Vegan
Full O' Beans Chili
A stick-to-the-ribs-not-the-waistline chili. Great served with all the usual toppings: chopped red or green onions, chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese (low-fat, of course) and nonfat yogurt.
Tomato, Onion and Zucchini Salad
By Kristin H. R. Small
Basil Flatbread with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil Oil
Here's a popular starter at The American Restaurant in Kansas City.
Asian Slaw with Peanuts
For a picnic, transport this colorful side dish next to a cold pack in an airtight container.
Spiced Persimmon Chutney
Here's a tangy relish to go with ham, roasted pork or the Thanksgiving turkey.
Pizza Marinara
A variation of this recipe is made by adding 4 to 6 anchovy fillets to the topping. In Rome, it is called pizza alla napoletana. In Naples, where all pizza is alla napoletana, it is called alla romana.
Toasted Barley Salad with Red Bell Pepper, Corn and Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
Dry-toasting the barley adds a nutty taste and helps the barley retain its texture in this excellent meatless dish.
Meyer Lemon "Jam"
This recipe was inspired by the delicious lemon-oregano jam Mario Batali serves at Babbo, in New York City. Try a dollop of our version on poached or grilled fish or chicken, or use it as a dip for steamed asparagus or artichokes.
Tapenade with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Davina uses this olive paste as a pizza topping, as a flavor pickup for purchased pasta sauces and as a spread for baguette slices.
By Davina Besford
Sugar and Spice Pepitas
Party alert: This spicy snack is perfect with chilled sparkling wine or ice-cold beer.
Tropical Fruit Compote with Mango Sorbet
This eye-catching fruit mélange also includes kiwi, which isn't tropical but is very colorful and refreshing. Using store-bought sorbet makes this even easier to prepare.