Recipes

Savory and full of flavor, pork tenderloin is dry-rubbed with porcini mushrooms, lentils and rosemary. Serve with mushroom sauce for a delicious and elegant dinner. Pork Tenderloin with Porcini and Lentil Rub Developed by Marcy

Hearty kabocha squash gets dressed up as a filling “wedge salad” with sweet and savory flavors of dried figs, wilted spinach and creamy goat cheese.

This simple vegetarian bisque features savory ingredients paired with subtle flavors to create an unexpected, vibrant taste. Grating nutmeg on top adds an exciting finish. Smoky Acorn Squash and Lentil Bisque Developed by Ginger Hultin Ingredients

North End Boston Cream Pie This healthier take on the classic dessert replaces pastry cream filling with a lighter ricotta cream — a nod to the Italian pastries of Boston’s North End. See more “Boston

Vegetarian Slow-Cooked Boston Baked Beans A meat-free twist on traditional Boston baked beans, this recipe features a tomato-based sauce and is slow-cooked to develop a mild maple flavor and tender texture. See more “Boston Favorites”

New England Clam Chowder Packed with fresh local clams — quahogs, which are large and perfect for chowder — in a rich broth, this lighter version of a New England favorite is delicate, mild and

As food and nutrition professionals prepare to descend upon Boston for the annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo™ this October, we’re tipping our hats to New England with healthier versions of best-known dishes.

Jackfruit Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Crema Jackfruit, an exotic Asian fruit, makes a delicious meat substitute in these vegetarian tacos. Slowly simmered with tomato and spices, it closely resembles shredded chicken in texture and flavor. Developed

Dandelion tea-marinated tofu is baked to crispy perfection, served atop a bed of sautéed dandelion greens and caramelized shallots, and drizzled with a creamy maple-tahini dressing.

Passion Fruit Tart with Dandelion-Infused Vanilla Custard and Coconut Whipped Topping The refreshing flavor of vanilla custard infused with dandelion root tea pairs wonderfully with the vibrant taste of fresh passion fruit. Serve it in

Summer Salad with Grilled Chicken and Feijoa Dressing Refreshing for warm summer days, this salad pairs the subtle tropical flavor of feijoa (also known as pineapple guava) with the sweetness of mangos and the creaminess

Halibut en Papillote with Papaya Salsa Baked in parchment paper, this halibut retains moisture and captures the fragrant essence of lime and cilantro. Papaya salsa adds vibrant color and spicy-sweet flavor to this easy weeknight

Gather friends and family to enjoy a taste of the tropics and exotic ingredients in these sensational summer meals.

Spring Peanut Pad Thai Asparagus, green peas and ginger-peanut sauce make this nutrient-dense pad thai a DASH-friendly and flavorful meal. See more “Celebrate Spring” recipes! Developed by Alexandra Caspero, MS, RD Ingredients [240 grams] 8

Vegan Three-Bean Chili with Farro and Dark Chocolate Chopped dark chocolate adds unexpected depth to this hearty chili made with pantry staples. See more “Celebrate Spring” recipes! Developed by Deborah Davis, MS, RD Ingredients [120

Baked Berry French Toast with Ginger-Lemon Berry Sauce Bursting with flavor, frozen berries play the starring role in this baked breakfast favorite. See more “Celebrate Spring” recipes! Developed by EA Stewart, MBA, RDN Ingredients French

Turkey Taco Bowl Turkey taco filling made in the slow cooker makes this a no-fuss, family-friendly meal.  Take it up a notch by broiling the filling in a bell pepper half topped with cheese or

Say so long to drab days of winter and perk up with these spring-fresh dishes featuring a few common pantry staples.