Poblano Pepper Sauce

Poblano Pepper Sauce

This is originally for the Chicken Breasts with Poblano Pepper Sauce, but it pairs deliciously with roasted pork tenderloin or pork chops. Instead of poblano peppers I sometimes use red or yellow bell peppers. Or for a dinner party I will make both. On the serving...
Cilantro Pesto

Cilantro Pesto

This pesto really dresses up roasted fish fillets or broiled chicken breasts. It makes a delicious spread for wraps or sandwiches, and can also be used as a dip with pita chips. Mix it with an equal amount of soft goat cheese and it becomes a popular dinner party...
Eggplant Red Bell Pepper Dip with Almonds

Eggplant Red Bell Pepper Dip with Almonds

This is hugely popular as an appetizer with pita chips for dinner parties. I also use it as a spread on toasts or wraps – add some spinach leaves and maybe a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds — for a snack or even lunch. Red bell pepper is a rich source of lutein and...
Lemony Arugula Pesto

Lemony Arugula Pesto

This pesto is especially delicious drizzled on roasted fish fillets or grilled chicken breasts. Other ways to use it: Toss with whole-grain pasta and white beans, add chopped roasted red bell peppers or sun-dried tomatoes and voila! dinner is ready. Spread on bread in...
Pea, Pistachio and Cilantro Hummus

Pea, Pistachio and Cilantro Hummus

I found this recipe on Pinterest and it’s become one of my favorites. Thank you, Peas and Crayons! When I don’t have pistachios, I use walnuts or almonds. I serve it for dinner guests with carrot and celery sticks, and either fresh pita wedges, pita chips or...