really healthy and more energizing than coffee in the morning

ready in about 10 minutes; serves 1
You might need to buy:
  • head romaine lettuce
  • kale
  • fresh ginger to taste
ready in about 35 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • Zinfandel or fruity wine
  • finely chopped shallots
  • cracked black pepper
  • blackberry jam
  • butter
  • servings quail
  • salt 1/4 tsp black pepper

Tilapia’s mild flavor allows the bold flavors in this brothy sauce to shine. Serve this dish with rice, which will absorb the sauce.

ready in about 45 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • minced peeled fresh ginger
  • finely chopped red bell pepper
  • chopped green onions
  • curry powder
  • red curry paste
  • ground cumin
  • low-sodium soy sauce
  • chopped fresh cilantro
  • hot cooked basmati rice
  • lime wedges
ready in about 15 minutes; serves 2
You might need to buy:
  • large egg
  • water
  • butter or margarine
  • medium onion
  • cold cooked rice
  • soy sauce
  • black pepper
  • Sesame oil to season

Keeps in fridge for up to four days and 2 mos in freezer. Add chicken or turkey last 20 min for a main dish. Serve garnished with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro.

ready in about 510 minutes; serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • chopped onion
  • grated peeled fresh ginger
  • cubed peeled butternut squash
  • medium apples

Serve with tossed green salad and corn bread.

ready in about two hours and 10 minutes; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • chopped onion
  • finely chopped red bell pepper
  • chili powder
  • ground cumin
  • minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
  • 7% fat ground turkey
  • ground turkey breast
  • dry breadcrumbs
  • dried oregano
  • large egg whites
ready in about 10 minutes; serves 2
You might need to buy:
  • medium potato
  • small onion
  • corn oil
  • regular-size flour tortillas
  • shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Salsa

Prevent the eggs from scrambling by being careful not to heat the egg mixture too rapidly. Eat this dish immediately to enjoy its velvety creaminess; if it stands, the sauce can become too thick.

ready in about an hour and 10 minutes; serves 5
You might need to buy:
  • uncooked spaghetti
  • egg substitute
  • evaporated fat-free milk
  • chopped onion
  • dry vermouth
  • finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Use regular lite syrup and add more pecans to the batter.

ready in about 25 minutes; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • baking powder
  • pumpkin-pie spice
  • fat-free milk
  • packed dark brown sugar
  • vanilla extract

This makes a chunky sauce; if you prefer a smoother consistency, you can puree the sauce in a food processor with one tablespoon water. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce a day or two ahead and refrigerate it, or make a double batch and freeze the extra for up to one month.

ready in about an hour; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • finely chopped onion
  • white wine
  • tomato paste
  • dried oregano
  • chopped fresh basil