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Pesto Sauce
Pesto is a sauce which is mainly made from fresh herbs such as basil with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic and nuts such as almond or pine nut. The good thing about pesto sauce is that you can keep it in the freezer for a long time. You can also serve pesto with pastas of various shapes such as tortellini or ravioli.
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Asparagus Omelet
The asparagus omelet is a very easy and healthy dish. Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals and is extremely good for you. Try to use good quality organic eggs and fresh lemon juice for this dish. Also avoid using processed cheddar or parmesan cheese.
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Rhubarb Cake
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Watermelon and Rosewater Drink
This is a very refreshing and healthy drink. It is also very easy to make and the combination of rosewater and watermelon is a must try.%pic%Start by cutting watermelon into pieces and then blending them.%pic%Before mixing the juice with rosewater, strain the juice. Serve and enjoy.
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Goulash
This is a basic recipe for a goulash dish. You can alter this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables such as potato or carrot. You can also add herbs such as parsley or thyme to enhance the taste and aroma of the dish.%pic%The main spice in goulash recipe is paprika. My suggestion is to either use Hungarian sweet paprika or Spanish paprika.%pic%We start by frying onion and garlic.%pic%Next we add beef and paprika and fry some more. Finally we have to add beef stock and tomato paste then cook until meat is tender. Serve with some sour cream and fresh lemon juice.
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Chicken and Mushroom Stew
Mushrooms are an excellent source of potassium, riboflavin, niacin and selenium. They reduce the blood pressure and the risk of stroke. They are also full of antioxidants. Enjoy this healthy recipe with some rice on side.
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Walnut and Vegetables Frittata
This is a healthy vegetarian dish. Walnut not only makes this a delicious meal but also adds to the nutritional value of this simple dish.
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Palmiers
These crisp, delicious and buttery French cookies are very easy to make if you can find puff pastry in your local supermarket.%pic%Just sprinkle some sugar and roll the puff pastry. After baking in the oven, they become crispy and golden.
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Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Dip
I know that some people don't like the taste of raw garlic but who can resist the sweet taste of roasted garlic. Roasted garlic with a drizzle of olive oil and a touch of salt and pepper are quite tasty and extremely healthy. Combining them with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese would make a heavenly dip. Without the roasting time, the preparation time wouldn't take more than 5 min.%pic%Start by slicing off the top of the garlic bulbs%pic%Drizzle over with some olive oil and sprinkle a touch of salt and pepper%pic%After roasting for 45 min, you can squeeze out the sweet garlic easily.%pic%Just add some herbs, seasoning, lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Enjoy with toasted breads.
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Roasted Garlic and Tomato Soup
If you like the sweet taste of roasted garlic, you will love this healthy soup. This soup is not only full of antioxidants but also the perfect treatment for the common cold. Put aside all the health benefits, it is also a very easy and quick soup to make.%pic%First we need to slice off the top of the garlic bulb.%pic%Before roasting in the oven, drizzle over garlic and tomatoes with olive oil and sprinkle over with salt and pepper.%pic%After roasting, we will have sweet and soft garlic that can be easily squeezed out. Now it's time to add vegetable stock, spices and herb and develop a nice flavor.%pic%After pureeing in the food processor, grate some Parmesan on top and serve with some toasted breads.
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