Cranberry Ginger Applesauce
There are many types of delicious apples, and you can choose any variety that you enjoy for this tasty recipe. Since the apples are not peeled, the red apple varieties will provide a beautiful blush or even red applesauce. Your mouth will delight with the combination of the natural sugars in the apples, the tanginess of the cranberries, and the crisp taste of fresh ginger.
Lemon-Honey Quince
Quince is a fall fruit that looks similar to a pear, with golden flesh and yellow skin. It’s tough and bitter, but when cooked with honey and water becomes mellow and sweet. This versatile treat can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold. To turn this recipe into a savory condiment for meat or poultry, simply add ½ teaspoon of rosemary or sage to the dish.
Mushroom-Onion Broth
Mushroom-onion broth is a delicious substitute for chicken broth in most recipes. The simple substitution will broaden cooking and eating opportunities for vegetarians and vegans.
Homemade Chicken Broth
Homemade chicken broth is easy to make and healthier than store bought as the sodium content is much lower and the carrot and tomato-vegetable juices add flavor, color, and lots of nutrients.
Seasoned Olive Oil
It’s easy to make your own flavored olive oils. Simply pick your preferred flavoring, add olive oil and let sit for 1 to 2 days, strain, and enjoy. Some flavoring ideas include: Lemon-Pepper, Orange-Chili, Vanilla-Cinnamon, Herbs, Shallot & Ginger, and Rosemary-Garlic. Use as a dip for bread, as a salad dressing, or share with others as a gift.
Dill-Caper Dressing
The rich creaminess of tofu is accented with the spiciness of the Dijon mustard, capers, and fresh dill in this tasty salad dressing. Enjoy this dressing as a dip or sauce for fish or chicken.
Creamy Roasted Garlic Dressing
Imagine a ranch-style dressing that is dairy free! This salad dressing uses silken tofu as a base, with garlic and lemon for those familiar ranch flavorings. Enjoy with a salad, fresh cut or steamed vegetables, or as a sandwich spread.
Orange-Balsamic Dressing
Salad dressing is not only simple to make, it costs less and is healthier than store bought dressings. Add orange juice, vinegar, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a screw-top jar, shake and serve.
Fresh Ginger & Lime Dressing
Ginger is known as a 'natural medicine chest' and in India, ginger is grandma’s choice for battling cold and flu. This delicious dressing combines the earthy flavoring of ginger with the crisp flavor of fresh lime. Add some honey for sweetness and a little salt and you have created a salad dressing that is sure to satisfy.
