Category Archives: vegetarian

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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Aubergine Farcies a la Provencal (Stuffed Eggplant)

Make these ahead and simply bake for 20 minutes before service. Delicious… 1 small to medium eggplant olive oil 1 shallot, minced 1 cup diced tomato 2 anchovy fillets, minced 2 tablespoons white wine 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary 2 … Continue reading

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Stuffed, Braised Artichokes

Fear not, the thorny artichoke! They are intimidating beasts, but can be tamed and worth the effort of doing so. Why I am now writing in Shakespearean style, I know not, but carry on, good man! 3 heavy, Globe artichokes 1/2 … Continue reading

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Healthy Fried Rice

This is one of the few dinners that my family will eat harmoniously. Everyone in m family likes this recipe (vegetarian, cheese-phobe, carnivore, even picky Nicky– everyone!) All of the measurements are per person, ie: 1 cup cooked rice = … Continue reading

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Pizza w/ Shaved Brussels Sprouts & Red Onion

I am not kidding: This may be the best pizza I have ever made. Do not fear Brussels sprouts on this– they are undetectable, in fact none of the ingredients draws attention rather, they all work harmoniously together. I use a very … 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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Quinoa with Roasted Butternut Squash and Garlicky Collards

Quinoa has been around for thousands of years, but is just recently becoming a kitchen staple. It appeals to several different diets: It’s gluten-free, has balanced amino acids therefore being a complete protein (great for vegetarians) and is easily digestible. … Continue reading

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Ribbon Salad with Ume Dressing

I am virtually friends with this woman named Kim. Virtually, not as in ‘almost’, rather as in, Facebook. Our mutual friend Allyson introduced us a month or so back and we hit it off immediately. After a successful (and enviable) … Continue reading

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Savory Bread Pudding with Gruyere and Swiss Chard

Oh Em Gee– this is a tasty super-tasty side dish or vegetarian main course! 1 loaf artisanal bread sliced into 1″ cubes (12-14 cups cubed) 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (evoo) 2 leeks, white and tender … Continue reading

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Umami’s Magic Dusting Powder

You’ve tasted it a million times, like when you had that mind-blowing grilled hamburger with sautéed mushrooms at that place– it was so good because it was so umami. Continue reading

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