Topsy-Turvy Egg Bake

Kids of all ages can help make these fun "upside-down" eggs and toast with mild-flavored broccolini inside! Using whole wheat English muffins adds healthy whole grains.

Serves 4

Party Sushi Rolls

Sushi rocks! Host a sushi party and you and your guests will be rockin’ and rollin’! Plan to prepare the rice, asparagus and shrimp (Steps 1-4) ahead of time.

Serves 6-8

Pretzel and Peanut-Crusted Chicken

Kids’ favorites combine in this simply scrumptious chicken dish. Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Honey is a healthy side for this meal.

Serves 4

Corn and Chipotle Tortilla Soup

Individualize crunchy corn soup with a variety of "fixin’s." You can add diced chicken, pork or shrimp for a heartier meal.

Serves 4

Chicken Vindaloo

Marinate chicken in an exotic curry sauce and poach for a colorful Indian dinner that works well as a make-ahead meal, too. Jasmine rice zested with lime and naan bread are perfect sides.

Serves 4-6

Cincinnati Sloppy Sliders

Rach adds a few new surprises to her latest version of sloppy Joes.

Serves 16 sliders or 8 sandwich-size sloppies

Ribollita Strata

Rach’s recipe was inspired by a traditional Tuscan recipe for this substantial side, luncheon or light supper dish. If desired for a meal, serve with a salad. Plan to allow the strata to chill overnight or for a minimum of a couple of hours before cooking for 45 minutes.

For a vegetarian-friendly meal, feel free to substitute vegetable stock for the chicken stock.

Serves 6

Pork Tenderloin French Dips

Orange gremolata adds zest to roasted pork hoagies.

Serves 4

15-Minute Meal: Red Pasta Primavera

A variety of veggies give red sauce a taste of spring.

Serves 4-6

Whole Wheat Linguine or Spaghetti with Peas and Herbs

Lovely shades and scents of green herbs and peas mix with pasta and cheese in this meal.

Serves 4