July/August 2014

In this herbaceous sauce, white wine brings out the flavor of the shallots and herbs by bonding to the butter and imparts greater flavor to the dish from the reduction in liquid.

Chef Philippe Massoud cleaned up this traditionally meatless Lebanese-style moussaka by roasting the eggplant rather than frying it, drastically reducing the oil content. The result is a lighter dish that still has big flavor. Serve over brown rice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Sweet and velvety maple cream cheese spread, poached egg and crisp turkey bacon are sandwiched between 2 slices of savory French toast. Yummy!

You'll be toasting to your health with this delicious, fruity beverage that's antioxidant-packed and chock-full of vitamin C.

Craving your favorite crispy fish and potato chips? This sandwich packs both fish and chips inside 1 sandwich, and is topped with a rich lemon-caper sauce for the ultimate meal experience. For added color, add tomato slices to the sandwich if you have some on hand.

Take your iced green tea to the tropics with the exotic taste of mangos and cooling mint leaves.

Creamy ricotta cheese adds decadence to these no-fuss, rolled-up chicken breasts. A smooth cauliflower purée and a buttery, lemony sauce will make this dish a dinner-party favorite. For extra color, garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley or oregano.

Light and thirst-quenching, this summer sip is made with electrolyte-rich coconut water to keep you hydrated on a hot summer’s day.

Creamy, zesty and filled with good-for-you greens, these lobster bites are the ultimate summer appetizer or snack. Serve with a warmed all-natural jarred tomato sauce on the side for dipping. For a kick of heat, try adding a pinch of ground cayenne pepper to the mixture.

Save calories and avoid artificial ingredients. Make your own Thousand Island Dressing for these succulent burgers.

Mint has many health benefits, including promoting digestion and soothing stomach aches and it adds a refreshing touch to this protein-packed smoothie that will leave you feeling clean and energized.

This nutritious and green smoothie has just the right amount of sweetness and is a perfect way to start the day!

Thought beer was just for drinking? Think again! In this recipe, beer makes for a tender and juicy flank steak loaded with flavor.

Pure agave tequilas have herbal and mineral qualities that enhance the flavor of the marinade and help the flavor penetrate.

Sprinkle these crowd-pleasing quesadillas with thinly sliced green onion or finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves. For variation, try black or white beans instead of pinto beans.

Black beans add a delicious punch of protein to these meatless burgers while sweet potato gives them a subtle sweetness. Spicy oven fries and a zesty avocado mash round out the meal.

This bright green smoothie is quick and easy and gets an electrolyte boost from coconut water. Your skin will be glowing and you'll feel energized after just a few sips!

Take advantage of the season’s best peaches, plums and cherries to make this Spanish-inspired Sangria.

This healthier version of taco salad provides layers of flavor without the overload of calories and fat.

Spicy chicken breast, crunchy carrots and celery, and a creamy blue cheese sauce studded with chives make this club sandwich a force to be reckoned with.

Homemade zucchini noodles and succulent lobster are tossed with a medley of fresh herbs, lemon and garlic for a crisp and vibrant meal.

Savory flank steak marinated in a sweet and sour sauce tops fresh leaf lettuce, juicy mango and crunchy cashews.

These zucchini boats make a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

These light and fresh fish tacos feature grilled cod and mango.