Browning the beef in a skillet before putting it in the roasting pan is the key to deliciousness in this smart stew. Cook it low and slow for juicy tenderness.
Chiles, ancho peppers, cumin and hominy simmer into a broth so authentic, you'll think you're south of the border, or at least at your favorite Mexican joint.
Hello Vegetarians...here's a crock pot recipe for you. I love ratatouille because it's so versatile and can be used to make a killer pizza, great on pasta or as part of a casserole with chicken and cheese, or how about ratatouille lasagna? I guess I'd better stop brainstorming and write down these recipes to post too!
Much easier to make than to pronounce, this smart French classic stars a medley of late-summer veggies, baked to perfection with a melty, cheesy bonus.
Broiling the eggplant coaxes out a deeper, more complex flavor. We like to keep the antioxidant-packed skin on, but feel free to peel the eggplant before broiling. You can garnish the dish with extra basil leaves.
In this meatless version of the classic Greek dish, bulgur wheat stands in for ground meat in a spiced-tomato filling surrounded by eggplant layers and topped with a béchamel sauce. The eggplant and bulgur pack this dish with fiber. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Cioppino (San Francisco style fish stew) - When you have a houseful, whip up a potful of Cioppino to treat family and friends. This San Francisco-style fish stew is nutritious and delicious--shrimp is high in omega-3s and low in mercury.
