Category Archives: Tomatoes

True Greek Salad

I saw a picture of this salad in a magazine and it reminded me of my expat days.  I learned early on in our time abroad that a Greek salad served virtually anywhere except the USA does not include lettuce. … Continue reading

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Raw ‘Manicotti’ and Marinara Stuffed w/Cashew Ricotta

Even if you are not vegetarian, vegan or a raw foodist, this is a delicious recipe to try; Healthy, too : ) To see me demonstrate this recipe click here Cashew Ricotta 1/2 cup raw cashews 3 tablespoons lemon juice … Continue reading

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Chicken and Vegetable Curry (potentially vegan)

Cold days cry out for a spicy curry. This is a really good one because it is healthy, full of fresh, antioxidant loaded veggies and skinless chicken. Make it vegan by omitting chicken. 1/4 cup chopped, fresh ginger 3 fat … Continue reading

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Rigatoni with Artichokes and Country Ham

Country ham is like southern prosciutto. Okay, not quite as delicate or complex as prosciutto in northern Italy, but really tasty and useful and stubbornly only found in southern states. Continue reading

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Green Papaya Salad

I served this at a dinner party last night and people sort of lost their minds. It is so fresh and delicious, it’s redunkulous. Whether or not you like fish sauce, it is integral to this dish and no one, … Continue reading

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Spicy, Stuffed Tomatoes (Vegetarian)

These are great to take along to a picnic or potluck because they are served at room temperature. If you don’t want to go through the hassle of scooping out and stuffing tomatoes, simply dice up some really ripe and … Continue reading

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3 Ingredient (sublime) Tomato Sauce

This sauce is ridiculously simple– just 3 ingredients– and because it is made of so few ingredients, it is utterly imperative that the ingredients be fabulous. Continue reading

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Crustless Quiche with Roast Tomatoes, Leeks and Gruyere

Crustless, so it is healthier. Roast vegetables, so that it is vegetarian. Gruyere so that it is goooooood. 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 2 small leeks, trimmed and sliced into rounds up to dark green part 5 cloves garlic, pressed … Continue reading

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Creamy Tomato Pasta Salad

Inspired by salad caprese– a pasta salad for tomato sauce lovers.1 pound penne, macaroni or farfalle pasta1 and 1/2 cups simple tomato sauce (homemade is best, or good quality store bought)1/2 cup mayonnaise (regular or reduced fat)1 bunch basil, chopped4 … Continue reading

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Vegan Chili (and you would never know it)

Snowed in for the past few days, I was making due with what I could find stashed away in the cupboards and freezer. Chili seems appropriate, but I had no ground meat. I riffled through the freezer and, way at … Continue reading

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