Appetizers And Snacks - Microwave Popcorn

Believe it or not, you can make your own delicious, low-fat microwave popcorn using standard popping corn and a brown paper lunch bag. It works perfectly.

Salad - Strawberry Spinach Salad Ii

Strawberries and spinach join a pungent dressing in this unusual salad combo. Sesame oil and balsamic vinegar give this version of poppy seed dressing a bit more robust taste.

Breakfast And Brunch - Muesli

Eat your muesli! If you've never tried this granola-like breakfast treat, this is a great recipe. Lots of bran and oats and raisins and nuts, with just enough brown sugar to add a bit of sweetness. Serve as is with soy milk, or plop the bowl in the microwave and eat it warm.

Cheese - Yummy Artichoke Dip

This Parmesan cheese dip is a flavorful favorite. Green chile peppers add a spicy thrill!

Breakfast And Brunch - Old Fashioned Rhubarb Bread Pudding

Freeze leftover slices of bread, and when you get enough, make a sweet and tangy fresh rhubarb bread pudding. Serve warm with whipped cream to celebrate spring.

Soups Stews And Chili - Best Butternut Squash Soup Ever

Chicken stock is the base for this pureed butternut squash soup seasoned with garlic, thyme, cumin, and allspice.

Herbs And Spices - Italian Butter

If you are looking for a Italian bread dip, try this. It makes a spectacular bread dip, suitable for any occasion. Double or triple the recipe to make enough for a crowd. Serve with warm French bread.

Soups Stews And Chili - Easy Turkey Chili

Ground turkey is simmered in a hearty combination of black, kidney, and refried beans.

Pasta - Mexican Lasagna

Lasagna noodles are baked with an earthy blend of beef, refried beans, oregano, cumin and garlic, with salsa spooned over. Topped with sour cream, green onions, olives and Pepper Jack cheese, the casserole gets one more brief baking to melt the cheese.

Salad - Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing

Everything goes into a jar and you give it a good shake. That's all there is to it - oil, raspberry vinegar, sugar, mustard, oregano and pepper.

Fruits And Vegetables - Traditional Slovak Haluski

Tender homemade potato dumplings are mixed with shredded cheese and crumbled bacon for a hearty sid or main dish from the old country.

Desserts - Everything Cupcakes

From chocolate covered toffee and butterscotch chips to marshmallows and shredded coconut, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.