The relish that accompanies these slightly spicy cakes reminds me of the pickley olive salad you get in a New Orleans muffuletta sandwich; in fact, as a variation, I like to make salmon cake sandwiches.
Here's a spicy Texas favorite. Black-eyed peas and black beans are marinated in a fiery, flavorful mixture. This is great with tortilla chips or bread -- and plenty of cold iced tea!
When their parents were away for the weekend, 19-year-old Dominique Ng and her sisters Madeline, 16, and Gabby, 12, survived nicely on these easy toasted sandwiches.
This pureed soup is made with red lentils, dried apricots and tomatoes cooked in chicken broth with cumin and thyme. The addition of fresh lemon juice prior to serving intensifies the flavors.
Here's an appealing new take on a summertime classic. Our kids like the crunchy texture of Granny Smith apples and toasted pecans, while we like the ease of using a packaged coleslaw mix.