Sun Dried Tomatoes

ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

No need to salt them. No need to season them. They will be delicious and have PLENTY of flavor. 

Roasted Sea Bass

ZS-Holiday,Z2-Seafood,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees

Easter is the perfect time to make this. Sea bass is probably the most wonderful fish on the planet. It's taste is out-of-this-world.

Russian Traditional Salad

ZSpecialties,Z2-Appetizers & Snacks,Z2-Salads,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian

This delicious recipe was submitted by Plan Z dieter Bruce. Bruce says, "We saw this sixteen years ago on a trip to visit our daughter in-law. They keep it from day to day and just add to it when more is needed."

Pork Chops with Thyme and Mustard

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Pork,ZSpecialties

This is an easy and tasty meal that comes together in a jiffy. Big Yum!

Ranch Chicken

ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

This chicken is super moist and yummy. The ranch dressing gives it a gourmet feel without any work at all!

Italian Burgers

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef,ZSpecialties,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees

To make this burger taste extra special, consider topping it with a soup spoonful of spaghetti sauce. You can find one with no sugar in the spaghetti sauce aisle.

Fruit Parfait

ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Desserts

This is a must try, a wonderfully light and healthy dessert.

Crunchy Top Cod

Z2-Seafood,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties

This dish takes no time at all. All you have to do is crust it and toss it in your oven. Come back later, and your entrée is ready! I served mine with sautéed spinach with garlic and tomato.

Steak Marinade #4

ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,Z2-Sauces & Dressings,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef

Summer grilling is not over yet. This one can be done on the grill, in the broiler, or follow my lead to sear it and roast it in your oven. The last option is used by French restaurants who serve steak.

Asian Asparagus

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties

This type of dinner comes together VERY quickly. The flavors of the asparagus make a very simple dinner taste fancy and pairs really nicely with a plain, grilled piece of meat.

Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Jalapenos

ZS-Zola to Go,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian

I used to HATE Brussels sprouts. I couldn't even stand the smell of them cooking. I love them now, as long as they are caramelized which brings out the sweetness. This version is spicy!

Green Bean and Red Pepper Medley

Z2-Seafood,ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

Simple, straightforward cooking is just what you need some nights. This comes together in a flash.

Hillary Burgers

Z2-Beef,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties

There was a restaurant in the late ‘70’s called Hillary’s. I used to get a craving for Hillary burgers so I ate them often so I decided I could make my own. This is the result.

French Crock Pot Rib Roast

ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef

Feels just like you are eating in the French countryside.

Mustard-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

ZS-Holiday,Z2-Pork,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees

Another great option for the holidays.

“Almost” Fried Chicken

ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Poultry

Looking for ideas for a picnic? How about almost Fried Chicken?

Cucumber Salad

Z2-Salads,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Zola to Go

This is a great picnic dish or summer grilling party.

Roasted Red and Yellow Pepper Strips

ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides

You can make these in a large batch and store leftovers in the refrigerator. They reheat well and can travel well too. Eat them hot or cold.

Creamed Spinach

ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties

This won’t taste as gooey and rich as the restaurant creamed spinach that is full of cream cheese and Parmesan but it’s really so close that you won’t feel like you are suffering.

Roasted Onion Strings (Really, Healthy Onion Strings!)

Z2-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less

When you roast Vidalia onions they bring up a really nice, sweetness. When you are on a diet, traditional onion strings are out of the question; unless they are like these.