Elizabeth Johnson
Vegetable, Barley and Chicken Chowder
If you have cooked lamb, beef, or turkey on hand, use it instead of the chicken.
Parmesan Polenta
Here's a creamy, low-fat dish that rivals the homey goodness of mashed potatoes. Leftovers are great with scrambled eggs for brunch.
Pasta with Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
For a richer dish, splurge by adding an ounce of reconstituted dried porcini mushrooms to the sauce.