Serve this over rice, orzo or mashed potatoes. The sauce is delicious.

So good they sometimes don't make it to the dinner plate.

It takes a few tries to get this right, but it's worth it.

Juicy tacos, but works equally as well on a bun if you prefer.

Hearty and flavorful, and it gets better with age so even better for lunch the next day.

Pesto is something you can make up as you go along. Here's a basic recipe to get you started.

This is one of the simplest desserts to make and always hits the spot.

Make this on Sunday and you have breakfast to go all week.

Not too sweet and just a hint of saltiness, this is far better than boxed granola.

Easy, hearty and can be extra fun and colorful if you want.

One of my dad Richard Mansfield's favorites.

With just a hint of salt, these not-too-sweet chocolate chip cookies hit the spot.

These are the "healthy" cookies that use up those inevitable over ripe bananas. Think of them as little energy boosts.

A surprisingly versatile coarse sauce with a hint of sweet but also spiciness.

This pesto is delicious with pasta and butternut squash, but it also makes a great sandwich spread.

This sauce is delicious served on grilled pork, but would also be good on chicken or fish.

A spicy, sweet, rich mixture that's amazingly addictive

An easy savory appetizer that's a sure crowd pleaser.

Ready in just minutes, with lots of variations possible.

Crispy Edamame Super easy and healthy addition to a mix of appetizers