Category Archives: Mains

Kale Nests w/ Poached Eggs

I was passing time at the doctor’s office this morning, reading loads of magazines (the doctor was running late…) and found this recipe in one of Martha Stewarts publications. Some people don’t like Martha. I do, a lot. I think … Continue reading

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Farro, Shiitake and Leeks

I love farro’s texture; chewy like barley but slightly stiffer like brown rice. It is a wonderfully satisfying side or main dish. This version is vegetarian, but can easily be vegan– just eliminate the Parmesan. 1 large leek, timmed of … Continue reading

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Coffeeeeeeeeeek!

Day 21 of 25. 25 days to test 25 recipes for a book about cooking with coffee. I feel like a caffeinated Bubba from Forest Gump, “Coffee-rubbed steak, coffee-infused pork chop, coffee cupcakes, coffee pancakes, coffee ice cream, coffee-grilled salmon, … Continue reading

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Fish in Foil

Fish en papillote is that classic, French method of preparing fish by sealing it in paper and baking it, as it steams in its own juices. It is über healthy, so very delicious and very impressive to serve. However, since … Continue reading

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Char-Grilled Ocotpus

I first had this dish about 23 years ago at Todd and Olivia English’s tiny, renowned restaurant, Olive’s in Charlestown, Mass. The apartment I shared with two friends was on the second floor of an old townhouse on Bunker Hill. Olive’s humble … Continue reading

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Spring Israeli couscous: vegan and DELICIOUS!

Have you discovered Israeli couscous yet? It is similar to Moroccan couscous, just larger. SO yummy! Make this in the time it takes to boil pasta or potatoes. 1 bag Israeli couscous (usually 8-9 oz) 1 vegetable bouillon cube, pulverized 2 tablespoons … 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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Tri-Color Quinoa with Spicy, Garlicky Kale and Baked Acorn Squash

Okay, so this recipe is similar to this recipe, but quinoa and garlic and dark, leafy greens are just that good, and I recently discovered tri-color quinoa at the groovy grocery (local health food store, as named by Jen) that … Continue reading

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Avocado Breakfast Melt

There is nothing new or inventive about this recipe– just really tasty and worth a mention. It’s a great morning melt whether you are vegetarian or not. 50% of my children love it (which is a pretty good average in … Continue reading

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Cranberry Barbecue Sauce

Inspired by that classic Junior League cookbook recipe for braised brisket (made of canned cranberry sauce, dried onion soup and tomato dressing) I thought this could make a delicious barbecue sauce for smoked brisket. It would work equally well on slowly smoked … Continue reading

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