Recipes

This chunky, vegetable-laden fish casserole has toasty croutons served with a piquant yogourt topping. The tangy crunch of every scrumptious mouthful is sure to delight the whole family.

A hot tomato-and-mustard coating gives plenty of "devil" flavour to lean beef. Sun-ripened peppers and onions soak up the delicious pan juices. Serve this succulent recipe with oven-roasted potato wedges to complete the meal.

Cardamom and lemon lend exotic flavour and irresistible Indian aromas to this simple and delicious meal. The zucchini is filling yet low in calories, so you can enjoy this tastebud-tingling dish guilt-free.

Oranges are renowned for their high content of vitamin C, which, as well as being a powerful antioxidant, is good for eye health and the immune system. Cinnamon and orange are a perfect match for banana in a quick, refreshing and filling dessert full

Sticky sushi rice is a perfect base for tender Japanese-style vegetables, topped with fibre-packed, mineral-rich seaweed. Serve this recipe with sliced chicken to complete the meal.

Easily available, apples offer many nutritional benefits and may even help to sharpen mental alertness. They also contain plenty of soluble fibre that can contribute to lower blood cholesterol. And, with an average of only 65 calories, an apple is th

Mildly sweet and crunchy, cashews are crammed with fibre, antioxidants, vitamin E, B vitamins and folate. Like other nuts, they satisfy hunger better than many other foods. Even better, when combined with chicken and vegetables, they make an easy, ap

High in protein and low in cholesterol-raising saturated fat, succulent chicken is a good meat to eat regularly. It contains all the essential amino acids, including tryptophan, which boosts levels of serotonin in the body, helping to combat emotiona

Having trouble getting enough protein in your children's diets? Hummus is a versatile dip that is chock full of flavour and nutrients. Pack some hummus in your child's lunch and you may be surprised at the positive response you'll receive. Here's a r

Couscous isn't just a dinner side dish. It can be used for both savoury dishes and for sweet ones, such as this quickly made, delicious hot cereal that uses both dried and fresh fruit.

The traditional version of Spanish rice begins with fatty sausage. This version focuses on vegetables — toss with shrimp, chicken, or chicken sausage to turn it into a meat eater's main attraction. Read on for a delicious recipe that can't be beat!

Bananas Foster is a beloved New Orleans dessert created in the 1950s at Brennan's Restaurant. This healthy, low-fat pineapple variation, in which the fruit is sautéed in butter, rum and brown sugar and then flambéed, will bring raves.

By using bulgur instead of potatoes, you can cut your starch and maintain your blood sugar. Plus, with this tasty recipe, you can serve something that will surprise and delight.

Penne primavera is a classic Italian pasta dish once used young spring vegetables from the garden. Today, vegetables are available year-round, so this dish can be made anytime. Read on for a delicious recipe that will help you make this dish in no ti

Cherry desserts are sweet, but they don't have to be unhealthy. These recipes use healthier ingredients to replace traditional ones to ensure that your blood sugar is kept in check.

This scrumptious curried lamb dish is prepared with everyday ingredients — ones you probably have on hand right now — yet you'll be wowed by its authentic flavour. For your blood pressure's sake, we've used the leanest cut of lamb.

Ever wonder how some people can give great dinner parties on short notice? They have a secret: fast, "fancy" dishes they've long since mastered. And adding show-stopping side dishes like asparagus never hurts the presentation. Check out this recipe f

Here's a creamy dish of comfort you can gobble up without guilt! Substitute turkey for the customary beef and boost the flavour with portobello mushrooms. It's just as tasty as the original, but so much better for your blood pressure.

Mashed or French cut, everything's better if you put the "sweet" into potatoes. These two sweet potato recipes can help maintain your blood sugar, and add a twist on the classics.

Roasting brings out the natural sweetness in fruits and is a delicious way to prepare some fibre-rich stone fruits. Give these creative recipes a try to satisfy your sweet tooth.