Vegetable and Egg Fried Rice Heat a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Remove from heat, and coat with cooking spray. Return the skillet to the burner, and add 2 lightly beaten eggs, turning the pan to coat…

Vegetables and fruits provide fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other plant compounds that have been found to have cancer-protective effects. Not only are vegetables and fruits helpful for cancer prevention, they are also important components for the prevention of other…

Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 2 ounces prosciutto until lightly colored and crisp (about 2 minutes per side). Set aside on paper towels. Arrange…

Wild Rice, Mushroom, and Herb Stuffing Bring 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 2 cups wild blend rice (such as Lundberg), and 1 tablespoon butter to a boil in a medium saucepan. Cook for about 45 minutes, or until tender, adding…

Pumpkin Bread Grease and flour two 9 x 5 loaf pans. Combine and beat 15 ounces pumpkin, ½ cup water, 3 eggs, and ¾ cup vegetable oil. Mix in a separate bowl: 2½ cups flour, 2¼ cups sugar, 1½  teaspoons…

As summer winds down, I have found that most people think the peak harvest time for fruits and vegetables in Virginia comes to an end, too. Many of our wonderful farmers’ markets may see fewer visitors, but there is still…

Breakfast Bites Defrost ½ pound breakfast sausage, and cut into bite-size pieces. In a small skillet over medium-high heat, brown sausage for 7 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from heat. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a…

Creamy Mac and Cheese Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Rub the inside of a 2-quart casserole with butter or cooking spray. Cook ½ lb macaroni according to package directions. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water. Make topping by…

You picked up a bunch of greens at the farmers’ market last weekend. Now what? To make weeknight dinners a little simpler, I like to have my greens ready to go. This can include any hearty-stem green such as kale,…

Strawberry and Asparagus Salad Wash 5 ounces of spinach, and place in a large family-style bowl. Cut 6 spears of the asparagus into 1-in pieces, slice 1 cup strawberries, chop 2 tablespoons cilantro, and measure out ¼ cup pine nuts.…