Chicken Scallopini

A traditional Italian meal made the Plan Z way. My husband declared this one of his favorite meals of the year.

Cajun Butter Steak

My version of this steak is done by searing and roasting the meat. You can also choose to do this on the grill. Choose your…

Tuna Salad

Dieter Sarah eats tuna salad to help her lose weight on ZReduction. This is her "magic" recipe.

Oven Roasted Okra

This delicious recipe was submitted by dieter Nicole. She served it with pork chops and roasted tomatoes. Thanks, Nicole for the…

Grilled Eggplant

I have decided the grilled Chinese eggplant tastes better than potato chips! Even better than French fries! And it’s so easy.

The Secret Slaw

Try this Zolafied coleslaw recipe and you'll never go hunting for the secret Chick-Fil-A recipe again.

Fruit Bowl with Luscious Lemon Cream Z3.5 Version

This stuff is addictive and so refreshing. RARELY do I take seconds on a dessert. With this one I did.

Lockdown Chili (Z2 Version)

What better time to have a spicy chili than when I am in lockdown, practicing social distancing. 

Raspberry “Ice Cream”

Dieter Margaret offered up a GREAT idea! I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream – and we are on a diet! BONUS!

Italian Sausage Soup (ZReduction Version)

This simple Italian Soup is packed with flavor and convenience. It travels well and heats in the microwave too. Leftovers are a…

Tarragon Mustard Shrimp

This dish made a wonderful lunch salad entrée in our Plan Z kitchen. I think it would be GREAT as an appetizer at a cocktail…

Chicken Breasts with Zola’s French Pan Sauce

This is my favorite new creation. I think I have made this three times in the last two weeks and that’s pretty much a record for…

Pinecone Cheese Ball

The pinecone idea is unique, festive and delicious. I am going to lay out a simple version and then give you suggestions for…

Raspberry Pate de Fruit (Raspberry Jellies) from Chef Josh

These are delightful little jellies. They taste so French and so fresh! Not like those little gum-balls you can buy at the candy…

Blue Cheese Dressing

The first time I made this, I put it on top of a wedge salad...and felt like I was eating dinner in a steakhouse. It's that good.

Fruit Bowl with Luscious Lemon Cream Z3 Version

This stuff is addictive and so refreshing. RARELY do I take seconds on a dessert. With this one I did.

Luscious Lemon Cream

So light and decadent - YUM! Serve with fruit, or any other dessert for extra special deliciousness.

Mexican Chicken Stew

This is a great Zola to Go! dish, perfect for those cold days for lunch.

Vindaloo

This is probably the spiciest offering for Plan Z. So if you like Indian food and you like it spicy, this is your ticket.

Bittersweet Chocolate Torte

I hope you will like this recipe as much as we did.

A Trio of Super-Simple Breakfast Casseroles

I'm thinking of starting a company called “Just Add Eggs.” Well, maybe I'm kidding but this just might be a theme for these…

Broccoli Cheese Soup

I designed this broccoli cheese soup for the average cook. It only takes a few minutes to chop the veggies and then put it in the…

Ranch Chicken

This chicken is super moist and yummy. The ranch dressing gives it a gourmet feel without any work at all!

French-Italian Mushroom Tart

You can use the recipe as an appetizer or a brunch entrée or even a lunch or light dinner served with a salad.