Winter squash soup, the quintessential way to warm up for lunch or dinner. This dish can go from pantry to plate in 20 minutes. I have acquired two of my most favorite kitchen electrics recently, and the two pack quite a punch when it comes to speedy preparation of whole plant-based foods. I know that […]
Recipe: Hearty Vegan Chili
Cooking in the fall and winter brings a whole new array of flavors to the dinner table. I have been experimenting with my new pressure cooker and while I’m not yet expert enough to post pressure-cooker specific recipes, this one works just fine on the stove top or slow-cooker too. I cooked my beans in […]
Recipe: Mediterranean Pita Pizza
Inspired by a visit to one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants, I created my own version of the pita pizza. This simple recipe is a kaleidoscope of flavors that melt in your mouth. Ingredients: Flatbread pita (2) 8″ rounds 1/2 eggplant, chopped 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 1 cup spinach […]
Recipe: Red Lentil Curry
On this brisk October morning, I’m excited to share a recipe that will warm you up from your head to your toes! It’s one of my absolute favorites, and it’s so easy to do. It may look like a lengthy list because there are lots of spices creating the wonderful flavor, but this is actually […]
Recipe: Fresh Spring Rolls
This might be the most fun I’ve ever had making food. Wait til you try this recipe! It’s a nice light crunch packed with flavor. Picture a spring roll at a Japanese restaurant but without all the grease from deep frying! Ingredients: Fresh spring roll wrappers (rice paper, easy to find at Whole Foods and in the […]
Boneless BBQ – Make any cookout sizzle
The summer is full of so many great things – sunshine, lazy days by the pool, long hikes in the woods, picnics, beach, barbecues, family get-togethers, and so much more. It brings many opportunities for communal eating, all of which can either be viewed as challenges to overcome or opportunities to share. Whether you’re eating to […]