To call Guacamole a “dip” is not doing it justice. Sure it’s great with chips and crudités; but you can use it in so many other ways as well. Top off a burger (veggie, meat or turkey)with it. Spoon it over your taco filling. Spread it on toast. Guacamole is […]
This Potato Salad with Vegetables and Herbs is colorful, crunchy and full of flavor. The trick to adding the most flavor to this Potato Salad is to add the sautéed onions and Balsamic Vinegar to the potatoes while they are still warm. They absorb the most flavor that way. This […]
This delectable Spaghetti Squash Primavera is a healthy alternative to heavy pasta dishes. You’ll know you’re not eating real pasta; but you won’t mind a bit! Primavera means Spring with all the produce nature offers at that time. Nowadays, you can get most vegetables all year round. There are no […]
Acorn Squash Filled with Ratatouille takes advantage of the sweetness of the squash contrasted with the earthiness of the ratatouille. Quarter the squash and serve it as a side dish or serve the ratatouille in half a squash as a main dish. Acorn Squash Filled with Ratatouille is a beautiful […]
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 mushroom stems and vegetables. There are no crumbs, eggs, or nuts in this recipe; so it’s perfect for everyone-vegans. vegetarians, and those who are gluten free-which also makes them great for Passover. Whether you serve them as hors d’oeuvres (don’t forget the napkins), […]
Adding red wine, cinnamon and apple to sautéed red cabbage 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 […]
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 […]
Tofu with Currants, Olives and Herbs is the vegetarian version of Chicken with Currants, Olives and Herbs– recipe I learned in Tuscany many years ago. Make it at least one day in advance so that the tofu has a chance to soak up the flavors of the sauce. Prep time: […]
Onion Marmalade is a revelation. It is made with onions that are caramelized and turned into a thick, gooey, delicious treat that you can spread on grilled bread, spoon into baked potatoes, drip on latkes, soft cheese or a juicy steak . Every onion is unique. They have varying degrees […]