RECIPES BEGINNING WITH 'c'

Looking for something new to do with several carrots? Add a simple dressing from half a lemon, do a bit of shredding and you’re set for an exciting yet light new flavor.

The trick to this dish is in the slicing: cut the cauliflower as thinly as possible, right through the floret and stem. It’s quite a nice change-out to the traditional cruciferous family’s appearance.

Pick an extra quart of cherries during fresh cherry season and put away this perfect holiday pick-me-up. Thanks to Orchard Country for this recipe.

Here's a simple yet delicious wrap for a warm day, thanks to Country Ovens in Door County, WI.

Whether you bypass your traditional breakfast juice or experiment with a variety of flavors, tart cherry juice offers zesty versatility. From sauces to condiments and desserts, tart cherry juice can create a taste sensation—and partners with everything from Shirley Temples (add ginger ale) to cocktails (vodka or gin). This recipe was first published in Better Nutrition, July 2008.

Here's a new twist to an old favorite. Serve hot on leaf salad and sprinkle with almonds. Thanks to Country Ovens in Door County, WI, for this delightful recipe.

If you’ve got a prolific cherry tomato plant on your patio or in your garden (or a can of diced tomatoes in the cupboard), here’s a Greek-flavored delight to serve for lunch or dinner. The feta and black olives (especially if they are packed in oil) contribute such rich, tangy flavor that only a light dressing is needed for this “perfectly summer” salad. And it’s a fast one too!

Two skillets and ten minutes of cook time is all you need to make this fast fajita dinner. Toppings and veggies easily adapt to what you have on hand -- our favorites are onions and peppers.