To view and print all of the recipes served at the 2021 NHA Conference: Click here for recipes in order of the days they were served  After clicking on one of the above links, a PDF file will open that you can view as well as print (click on the print icon in upper right of page, […]

Click here to view and print all of the recipes served at the 2019 NHA Conference

Click here to view and print all of the recipes served at the 2018 NHA Conference

Sweet yams and earthy greens add another level of enjoyment to traditional split pea soup. Recipe by Cathy Fisher Ingredients: 8½ cups water 2 cups dry/uncooked split peas 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped 1 medium yam, peeled and chopped (about 1½ cups) 1 medium white potato, peeled and chopped (about 1½ cups) 2 […]

Garbanzo beans are an ideal substitute for tuna when it comes to creating a health-promoting version of tuna salad. Recipe by Cathy Fisher For the salad: 2 cans cooked garbanzo beans (15 ounces each; about 3 cups total), drained and rinsed 3 ribs celery, sliced (about 1 cup) ¼ cup finely chopped red onion ¼ […]

This soup is reminiscent of New England clam chowder: it’s thick, creamy, and full of potatoes, as well as onion, celery, bay leaves, and thyme. Chopped oyster mushrooms provide a great clam-like texture. A few cashews blended in add richness instead of cream and butter, and if you want a seafood flavor, simply add some […]

This filling and flavorful casserole is perfect for a family meal, when company visits, or just when you want delicious leftovers for the week. Instead of using cheese as a thickener and topping for this casserole, I use oil-free corn tortillas. 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped (about 2 cups) 1 medium red bell […]

Serve this flavorful chunky salsa in steamed corn tortillas with rice, or atop salads, hash browns, or baked potatoes. For a black bean dip, simply blend all of the ingredients in a food processor (see Notes). 1 can cooked black beans (15 ounces; about 1½ cups), drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels (thaw first […]

This sweet, hearty cake has a minimum of ingredients and steps, and may be served plain or with Lemon Frosting. 1½ cups non-dairy milk 8 ounces dates, pitted and quartered (about 12 medjool or 24 deglet) 1½ teaspoons almond extract 1¼ cups rolled oats, ground into flour (or 1¼ cups oat flour) ¾ cup millet, […]

This hearty casserole calls for garbanzo beans instead of tuna, and mushrooms instead of the traditional can of salt-heavy Cream of Mushroom Soup. No-nut option as well. Sauce: 2½ cups unsweetened non-dairy milk ½ cup raw, unsalted cashews (2 ounces) 1 teaspoon granulated onion ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1½ cups uncooked elbow or small-shell […]