This Roasted Vegetable Salad is an accidental and fortuitous creation. I had leftover roasted beets and butternut squash and didn’t want to serve them the same way the next day. I had roasted the squash with just a little salt, pepper and olive oil; and the beets in their skins. […]
Heirloom Tomatoes and Bleu Cheese are a magical combination. I wait all year for those indescribably delicious heirloom tomatoes. Yes, in this era of perpetual availability of all fruits and vegetables, there still is a special unique flavor to produce in its natural season. Tomatoes fall into this category. To […]
Fish Tacos are a fun dinner whether you opt for a soft tortilla or a hard taco shell. I’ve served these Fish Tacos for lunch and dinner. Adults and children alike enjoy scooping up the grilled fish and choosing their favorite add ons of guacamole, cole slaw with lime juice […]
I love using Napa Cabbage when I’m making this Cole Slaw with Lime Juice. The ruffled edges and pale green color of the cabbage looks so inviting. Of course, you can use regular green cabbage with no problem. This Cole Slaw with Lime Juice has no mayo. It’s crunchy with […]
My family isn’t vegan; but every once in awhile, we have guests who are. Applesauce replaces the egg and you have Vegan Double Chocolate Cookies. The combination of chopped sweet chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips is a chocolate knock out. Vegan Double Chocolate Cookies are a chocoholic’s dream! Hint: For […]
Pico de Gallo is a spicy Mexican sauce that can be used on everything: eggs, meat, chicken, fish, tacos -even just vegetables. It differs from salsa, in that Pico de Gallo (also called Salsa Cruda-raw salsa) is consumed raw and chunky; while Salsa is generally based on cooked ingredients and […]
This Strawberry Blueberry Tart is a delicious and beautiful way to celebrate the summer. The contrasting textures and taste of cooked and raw blueberries combined with the sweetness of fresh, juicy strawberries is irresistible. This recipe may appear complicated; but if you do it in steps, it’s much easier. You […]
Matzarella en Carrozza is a Passover take on one of my favorite Italian appetizers, Mozzarella en Carrozza. I simply replace the bread with matzah that I’ve pre-soaked in egg and add sliced mozzarella and Pesto on two pieces of matzah and mozzarella. Next step is to close the two halves […]
Pesto with Basil is a traditional Italian sauce made with garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and Parmesan. It lends itself to numerous variations. You can replace the basil with spinach or parsley. You can use walnuts or pistachios instead of pine nuts. For my family, I often use toasted sunflower […]
Vegetables Bourguignon (a riff on Boeuf Bourguignon), is a flavorful vegan entrée all year round and perfect for Passover as well. I’m always looking for a delicious and filling vegetarian/vegan entree for my daughter. During the year, tofu and seitan work fine; but not on Passover for those who don’t […]