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Pasta with vegetables and a bit of cheese is always a winning combination. This dish combines garlic, tomatoes and artichoke hearts with feta cheese to create a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Add a fresh spinach salad and hearty bread for a satisfying meal. Tomato and Herbed Feta PastaMakes 4 servings8 ounces linguine1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1...

Nothing is normal at our home when it comes to celebrations. Yesterday it was our 13yr old daughter' s birthday. As is the custom here, you get to choose what the family cooks for your birthday meal. Everybody kicks in and it's a great party. Of course, when you think of what a normal 13 yr old may ask for a dinner, your mind would normally think about burgers. Pizza. Something easy. But...

From wine to jelly to raisins, grapes can be enjoyed in a number of ways. So it's no wonder that grapes are the second-most popular fruit (they come in a close second to oranges) and that growing and processing grapes is one of the world’s largest food industries.One of the earliest cultivated fruits, grapes were introduced in biblical times, and the consumption of wine is an important motif in...

My neighbor Richard Scammell is a wonderful cook. Cooking is Richard's hobby, but when it comes to food preparation, Richard is a highly skilled and well-educated professional. (He's even traveled to Europe to take cooking classes.)Richard and I share a love of creative, healthful cooking. When I asked him for ideas that I could share with readers, he sent this simple recipe for Sugo alla...

Quinoa pasta is pasta made from quinoa flour rather than wheat flour. The Inca tribe considered quinoa grain (really a seed) to be a superfood because, in addition to being a complete protein, quinoa contains iron, magnesium, phosphorus and fiber. Individuals with celiac disease or those who need a gluten-free diet can safely eat quinoa pasta, which can be purchased in traditional shapes...

My neighbor Richard Scammell is a wonderful cook. Cooking is Richard's hobby, but when it comes to food preparation, Richard is a highly skilled and well-educated professional. (He's even traveled to Europe to take cooking classes.) Richard and I share a love of creative, healthful cooking. When I asked him for ideas that I could share with readers, he sent this simple recipe for Pollo alla...

If you've broken the eggs, you should make the omelette. ~Anthony EdenWhat’s Cooking in Carole’s Kitchen? I love eggs. When they were under siege from researchers for purportedly raising cholesterol, I continued to eat them, though I occasionally used the egg substitute.Research has since restored the egg’s reputation, so I can enjoy my daily egg each morning without...

Green peas contain both sugar and starch, yet they are considered a low-fat food. They brim with phytonutrients that protect our health. Peas contain anti-inflammatory nutrients along with antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E. One study in Mexico consuming peas and other legumes daily reduced the risk of stomach cancer. And peas are an environmentally friendly crop....