Blog Archives for tag vegetarian

Freekeh Pilaf with Lemon Zest, Olives & Watercress

You hear the term ‘ancient grains’ a lot these days.  When you see or hear this term, it basically encompasses… Continue reading »

‘Fennel, Tomato & Gruyere Bake’

This lovely vegetarian baked side dish has several of my favorite ingredients: tomatoes, fennel, basil, and cheese.  Even though tomatoes… Continue reading »

‘Penne with Red Sauce, Radicchio, & Walnuts’

I was innately drawn to this simple pasta recipe because it contains a few of my favorite ingredients.  The first,… Continue reading »

Chickpea & Spinach Gratin-Stuffed Portobellos

The French culinary term gratin comes from the transitive verb gratiné meaning crust.  You can serve just about any vegetable as a gratin,… Continue reading »

Maple-Dijon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

The combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy Dijon mustard is a classic.  It works well drizzled on roasted vegetables,… Continue reading »

‘Barley Risotto’

What most people don’t realize about risotto is that it is actually a cooking method, not necessarily the name of… Continue reading »

‘Creamy Turnip Soup’

Turnips are definitely an overlooked vegetable.  Slightly peppery yet creamy when pureed, they are a delightful root vegetable to roast,… Continue reading »

Oranges & Olives

There is a monthly feature entitled ‘Perfect Bite’ in Martha Stewart Living magazine all about simple and unique flavor combinations.  I adore… Continue reading »

Balsamic-Glazed Broccoli Rabe with Pine Nuts & Figs

This dish has all the elements that I look for in a scrumptious side: tangy, sweet, salty and crunchy in… Continue reading »

‘Lemon Parmesan Carrots’

If it was ever possible for carrots to be classified as ‘decadent’, this recipe is the reason.  Whole carrots rubbed… Continue reading »