This dish leans on garlic and red pepper to give broccoli a spicier kick. If you love garlic, feel free to add a little extra to give it a stronger punch.
Skillet Broccoli
Dish: Sides
Roasted Plum Tomatoes
The simple delights of garlic, tomatoes, and good olive oil are brought together gently by a slow roasting process to deepen and meld the flavors.
Japanese Stir Fry
The key to turning a simple veggie stir fry into a solid meal is serving the veg mix with whole grains like brown rice or quinoa. Offer this dish with soy sauce to allow your family to add only as much flavoring as they like. Tip: If you serve it over instant brown rice, the rice […]
Rice Cooker Lentils & Rice
Rice isn’t the only thing you can cook in a rice cooker. Rice cookers, which are designed to shut off or reduce heat at a certain point in their cook cycle, are often on the approved cooking equipment list for dorms. This dish, made with shelf-stable and inexpensive ingredients, is a perfect option for college […]
Pear Almond Salad
Keep a sharp eye for fresh pears in the fall for a sweet, creamy salad topping you’ll go back to time and again. Carrots and toasted almonds balance the soft pear with a good, crunchy snap. Tip: Toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly gold and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
Roasted Veggie Bowl
This is a very basic healthy dish that can be easily modified with your favorite salt-free seasoning blends to give you some quick and easy meals with a bit of variety throughout the week. Try tossing it with your favorite Guiding Stars-rated pasta sauce or add in some fresh chopped tomatoes with a bit of […]
Garlicky Brown Rice
A low-sodium diet doesn’t have to mean low flavor! Using garlic, low-sodium broth, onions, and pepper, this simple rice dish is packed with flavor.
Mini Potato Pancake Canapés
Potato pancakes are a lovely appetizer or accompaniment to any brunch. This recipe is easy to scale up to feed a crowd, especially if you have an electric griddle with a large surface to allow you to serve more hot and fresh at the same time.