It takes only minutes to stir fry these colorful ingredients in a wok. Mix in your favorite veggies, like peas, mushrooms and peppers, with chicken breasts to create a colorful dinner. Consider using the time you'll save to take a walk with a friend.

This recipe illustrates the influence of the Pacific Rim on San Franciscan cuisine. Here, we've marinated cubes of boneless chicken breasts in an Asian-style marinade, then thread them onto skewers with snow peas and cherry tomatoes. After grilling, serve over our slaw, a crunchy mix of cabbage, bean sprouts and daikon (Japanese radish).

Frozen puff pastry to the rescue for a quickly assembled dessert that can be adapted as various seasonal fruit harvests arrive at the market.

Scrambled eggs are a breakfast favorite! This recipe makes it easy to make scrambled eggs for the entire family in just a few short minutes.

Warm crescent rolls right out of the oven are one of the great joys of baking. Eat them with a meal or as a delicious appetizer. Grab one before they’re all gone at your next family gathering. Whether it’s down on the farm or in the middle of a busy urban area, these classic crescent rolls will send your family over the moon!

A great and healthy way to start your day is with a delicious, veggie-filled egg white omelet. Substitute your favorite seasonal vegetables and try different low-fat cheeses for flavor.

When I was growing up, I remember Mom let us pick what we wanted to have for our birthday dinner. I always chose Beef Teriyaki. It's now my husband's favorite recipe for venison. This marinade is so versatile you can use it for any of your favorite meats, fish or even for tofu!

Make this, and you'll be the apple of someone's eye. Combine cinnamon and nutmeg together to give this apple pie some bite. Try different types of apples to change the flavor of the filling. It’s a reduced-calorie "sweetie pie" of a recipe.

Gazpacho is served chilled, which makes it perfect for a summer meal starter. This cold tomato-based soup is low in calories and almost fat-free. Include peppers and other seasonings in the soup too.

You don't have to speak Italian to say "delizioso!" to this classic. Add a lovely green salad to complete this meal, and even a piece of dark chocolate for dessert.

This Green Chili Casserole is anything but ho-hum! Serve this up and your family will say, "Yum! Yum! Yum!" Peppers, onions, and garlic give this casserole a real bite.

Cool off during the dog days of summer with this refreshing California Salad. Add our super soup, made with red peppers and tomatoes, as another tasty treat. This recipe will make you sit up and beg for more!

This casserole recipe is filled with yummy vegetables, including corn, eggplant, carrots, celery and leeks. Add a little chili powder to spice it up!

Dean Martin would have sung a different tune to “That's Amore” had he tried Sylvia’s Chicken Scallopine first! Make this meal for your guests, and they’ll know you prepared it with love.

This recipe is the All-American comfort food. Prepare this as a side dish, or if using as a main dish, try adding some veggies.

This omelet recipe is low in calories, but full of flavor. Add cheese and peppers for added zest.

The beauty of this hamburger is that it calls for self-expression. I got this recipe from my friend, Jay, who is a contemporary art collector willing to take a few chances with tradition!!! I love his art and his recipes. I think you will, too.

This homemade angel food cake has straight-from-the-oven taste and warmth. Fresh raspberries top this wonderful cake and sticky raspberry sauce runs down the side. Your guests will think you're an angel if you serve this cake! Or bake it tonight and make an ordinary dinner with the family heavenly!

After a morning of cross-country skiing or sledding with the kids, nothing’s more warming than a bowl of hearty vegetable soup for lunch. We frequently make a double batch, freezing half for another meal. Team this soup with some crisp winter apples or pears and a serving of low-fat cheddar cheese, and you’re ready for company.

This recipe was named after the chef's mom, Raquel, who is a great cook. She created great memories for her children around the dinner table, and now you can share this delicious dish with your family.