Dandelions are too frequently treated as a pesky weed, casting a shadow on their great nutritional value. The entire plant may be used—for example, the flowers can be turned into wine, tea or oils, and of course, there are the greens, which I've included in this delicious and nutrient packed salad. High in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, dandelion is also valued for stimulating digestive function and has purify properties.

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Rice is commonly featured on the menu at Lisa's Kitchen, but wishing for a change from my usual repetoire of recipes, and due also to a slightly weakness for fried patties and savory cakes, I came up with a simple way to use leftover rice to fill out a meal. These crispy shallow fried cakes are easy to make and remind me somewhat of arancini balls because of the addition of grated Parmesan cheese, but with much less fuss. I served with these with homemade tomato chutney, but they also make a nice addition to your favorite curries, or for any meal for that matter, or simply serve as an appetizer.

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One can never have enough recipes for vegetable side dishes, and this nutriient-packed Indian themed creation is a fine choice to fill out a meal. Here carrots and broccoli shine, dressed up with tempering spices, and simmered in an aromatically spiced tomato base with a bit of heat. Easy to prepare, with little fuss, for a reward of earthy and fresh flavors. Serve over a hot bed of fresh cooked white basmati rice for added flair and flavor.

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The toppings for this pizza are a tantalizing mix of tart, smoky and tangy, the main focus here being marinated sun-dried tomatoes. Sprinkled with shredded mozarella and fresh basil and a few dashes of red pepper flakes, the flavors here are basic, but at the same time combining for a complexity of flavors that qualifies this as a gourmet pizza with little fuss.

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