Fred’s Mediterranean-American Cran-Raisin Couscous

1 cup couscous 3 cups water (for cooking couscous) 1 cup radishes, chopped ¼ cup finely chopped green onions ¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley, minced ¼ cup golden raisins ¼ cup dried cranberries … Continue reading

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Healthy Italian-American Meatballs

Makes approximately 15 meatballs. 1 slice white or whole wheat sandwich bread ¼ cup of skim milk 1 1/2 pounds ground lean sirloin or round (May substitute ground turkey, a mixture of light and dark meat. Other options are ground … Continue reading

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Spanish Rice—with Brown Rice

Serves six people. This is a very satisfying favorite recipe my mother taught me. To make it healthier, I use brown rice. It tastes delicious. This dish demonstrates how a little bacon can flavor an entire sauce or dish. Cooking … Continue reading

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Tabbouleh

This is a favorite from the Middle East. It includes finely chopped parsley, onion, tomato, and cracked bulgur wheat, with lots of lemon and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Tabbouleh is great with roasted or lemon chicken, with pita … Continue reading

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Escarole and Beans

Escarole and Beans in Red Sauce 1 lb dried cannellini beans (or canned- see note) 5 garlic cloves 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil 2 heads escarole, rough chop 4 cups tomato sauce 4 cups diced/chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned) … Continue reading

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