A simple dessert that’s great served with ice cream.  Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus 2 Tbsp 1/2 cup old fashioned oats (not instant) 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 pinch salt 3 … Read More

Makes: Generous 1 quart INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably natural (see Note) 2 14-ounce cans “lite” coconut milk (about 3 1/2 cups), divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon salt … Read More

INGREDIENTS 1 cup basmati rice 3 teaspoons canola oil 6 skinless chicken thighs, trimmed 2 cups finely chopped onions, (about 3 medium onions) 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 2 tablespoons curry powder, preferably Madras 1 tablespoon … Read More

Makes: 2 servings Serving Size: 1 cup INGREDIENTS 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 3/4 cup frozen pineapple 3/4 cup frozen mango 1/2 cup “lite” coconut milk (see Tip) Unsweetened coconut flakes for garnish PREPARATION Combine yogurt, pineapple, mango and coconut milk … Read More

Ingredients Chocolate Cookies1 2/3 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa1/4 teaspoon fine salt1 cup sugar1 egg2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softenedPeppermint Frosting3 1/4 cup (about 14 ounces) confectioners’ sugar3 1/2 tablespoon milk2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 … Read More

Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 small red onion, chopped1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup dried cranberries2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Directions Heat oil in a medium pot over medium … Read More