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When you're feeling a cold, flu, or other illness coming on, steep yourself a cup of this ginger tea

Dosas are a crispy, savory pancake from South India, traditionally made from a fermented batter. Our vegan version is made from collard greens.

Mushrooms and walnuts stand in for meat in this cancer-fighting meal.

A touch of sherry and ground roasted almonds elevate this creamy noodle casserole to company fare. Serve with a crisp green salad for a delicious meal.

Smother mashed cauliflower with a silky, rich and savory gravy that even meat-eaters will love. It's dairy-free and meat-free and made with just a handful of ingredients.

Wheat berries and dried white beans are cooked directly within this long-simmering soup, lending body and flavor to the broth.

The sweet flavor of corn will entice kids to expand their palates and eat a healthy medley of greens and legumes. For extra protein, serve on a bed of steamed millet or quinoa.

Gribiche is a cold French sauce made with capers and eggs. It has a bright, tangy flavor and offers a foolproof, lighter alternative to hollandaise.

Peeled cherry tomatoes soak in a spicy vinaigrette for an elegant starter. Peeling tomatoes goes faster than you’d think.

A hit of lemon, garlic, and dulse (a mineral-rich red seaweed) gives chunky mashed new potatoes just enough seasoning for a side that won’t overpower the flavors of a main dish.

Mashed cauliflower is a delicious, low-starch alternative to mashed potatoes. Here, we’ve flavored it with tangy miso and fresh sage, but you could also season the mash with olive oil and your favorite herbs.

These potato wedges can be parboiled up to a day ahead so that they’re ready to go on the grill whenever you’re ready to cook them.

Layers of angel food cake soak up the juices of fresh and cooked berries to create a rich, moist, no-bake dessert.

Basil lends a subtle herbal note to this citrus-berry cocktail.

Hand-twisted noodles called pinci (also known as pici) are a Tuscan delicacy. Luckily for time-pressed cooks, curly pasta noodles work too.

To use this recipe as a dessert, place the sauce in small bowls, and serve it with a dollop of whipped cream. This apple concoction is also good for breakfast. For the best results, use sugar and water in equal amounts.