White Sweet Potato Soup is a conversation starter. It’s not something you’re served every day-if at all. I discovered the special flavor of this White Sweet Potato Soup when we were in South Africa. The chef generously told me the ingredients. White sweet potatoes are starchier and sweeter than their […]
These Stuffed Mushrooms are only filled with vegetables and herbs. There are no crumbs, eggs, or nuts in this recipe; so it’s perfect for everyone. Vegans, vegetarians, and those who are gluten free can enjoy them. I make them all year round and Passover too. Whether you serve them as […]
Adding red wine, cinnamon and apple to sautéed red cabbage and onions produces a delicious Red Wine Cabbage Soup perfect for family and guests. There are so many levels of flavor in this soup that you won’t be able to stop eating it! Cabbage and apples are a tried and […]
Shredded Celery Root – Pear Salad takes advantage of Fall vegetables and fruit. Cut off all those gnarly bumps and root hairs from the outside of a celery root, and you’re left with a vegetable that imparts a delicate and refined flavor to whatever you add it to. For this […]
Glazed Brussels Sprouts, Carrots and Chestnuts could almost be dessert! They are sweet, delicious and look beautiful on a plate! I usually buy fresh brussels sprouts and peel them back; but buying packaged ones saves a lot of time and handwork. To be honest, they’re equally delicious. Fresh organic carrots […]
This Eggplant Onion Quiche is completely dairy free; but it is as satisfying as its dairy counterparts. In this case, beaten eggs and tomato purée form the dairy free custard that cradles the sautéed eggplant and onions in a pie crust. Serve this Eggplant Onion Quiche as a vegetarian side […]
You will love Kosher by Design Brings It Home by Susie Fishbein. If you don’t cook, you can just look at the beautiful pictures. The food, the place settings and the page layouts are fantastic. You can follow Susie’s travels throughout France, Italy, Mexico and Israel and feel her excitement […]
I love the velvety texture of this wonderful Chestnut Soup with Apple Brandy. When Winter really hits, there is no better way to start a meal. The mellow flavor of chestnuts pureed with the warmth of apple brandy can’t be beat. Back in the old days, you had to peel […]
As comforting as mashed potatoes, this Pigeon peas and rice recipe is not only warming and delicious but the peas are supposed to bring good luck! Add some chicken or diced tofu to the skillet and you have a one pot meal! Prep time: 20 minutes
Green Beans Almondine is merely tossing steamed Green Beans with olive oil, butter or melted margarine and toasted almonds. It’s a classic French vegetable dish! Whenever I prepare this recipe, I’m taken back to my teens and having elegant dinners in fancy restaurants with my parents. It’s strange how a […]