Purpose

This soup is how I won my wife's heart. I used to make it in an electric skillet in my tiny studio apartment when we first met.

This dish pleases even the pickiest veggie kids. Great on the grill.

Sautéed then briefly steamed green beans that are bright, crisp-tender, and ready in about 25 minutes.

Fluffy pancakes made with roasted mashed sweet potatoes and whole wheat flour, topped with warmed reduced-calorie syrup and toasted pecans.

Classic homemade chicken noodle soup made with a stewing chicken, vegetables, herbs, and egg noodles.

So easy. So fast. Yet a complete dinner that travels well.

Large pearls of Israeli couscous mixed with herbs come together quickly into a hearty salad with apples, dried cranberries, toasted almonds and a maple-apple vinaigrette.

Gluten free, high protein kid pleaser macky cheese!

Hearty, spiced turkey chili with beans and vegetables. Makes a large batch and keeps for several days.

A mixed-seed and nut granola sweetened with maple syrup and honey; baked until golden and finished with raisins or cranberries.

Trick your kids into loving healthy pancakes. Add dark chocolate chips and tell the offended parent that chocolate is good for the heart.

A simple Colombian-style chicken and potato soup with corn, lime, and avocado garnishes.