John McDougall is a board-certified internist, author of 11 national best-selling books, and medical director of the 10-day, live-in McDougall Program in Santa Rosa, California. Mary McDougall is a nurse, educator, and co-author of 9 national best-selling books. She directs all food-oriented activities at the program and has created over 2500 recipes. This book contains: […]
Chunky Oil-Free Hummus
Hummus is a Levantine dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas or other beans, normally blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. Some brands use more of those ingredients than others, but generally speaking,hummus is a healthy food when eaten in moderation. The moderation part is crucial, because it allows you to enjoy the benefits of hummus (high in […]
Oil-Free Pineapple Papaya Dressing
A homemade salad dressing is just the thing to top off a fresh salad. Making salad dressing from scratch is nearly as fast and easy as shaking up a store-bought bottle, and the taste is exponentially better than even the most “gourmet” jar of dressing. It’s easier, though, to quit buying bottled dressings when you don’t even need to consult a […]
Greek Dolmades
Stuffed Grape Leaves (Greek Dolmades) are often served as part of a meze (appetizer) plate. A great vegetarian appetizer made from tender vine leaves wrapped into little rolls and stuffed with rice and fresh herbs. Dolma is a family of stuffed vegetable dishes common in the Middle East and surrounding regions including the Balkans, the […]