Lemon-Tahini Sauce
Tahini is simply a paste made from sesame seeds, preferably raw. It is common in middle eastern cooking.
vegan/vegetarian
Honeynut Squash with Tahini, Pomegranate, and Pistachios
For me, fall signals pumpkins. But not in a “pumpkin spice” kinda way. When I think pumpkin, I think “winter squash.” I love seeing what’s available at the market this time of year. The colors always amaze me: blues, greens, yellows, oranges, browns. Butternut, acorn, Read more…
Roasted Vegetables with Moroccan Spices
I recently made a beautiful Moroccan-inspired dish, chicken with preserved lemons and olives, for my family. However, for my vegan family member, chicken was not going to cut it. A Moroccan-themed vegan side dish was eminently needed. As was an opportunity to clear out the Read more…
Scrap Bag, Or Something for Nothing
Free. Healthy. Make something out of nothing. My Great Depression Era grandmother would be proud. All things that come to mind when I think about my scrap bag. What’s a scrap bag? you ask. Why, it’s a magical ziplock that lives eternally in my freezer. Read more…
Orange Honey Carrots with Apricots
This side dish was inspired by two of my favorite recipes: my grandma’s carrot tzimmis and a fancy, involved yet very delicious brisket. Both are holiday dishes – they take a long time to braise, and I only make them a few times a year, Read more…
Blueberry Peach Salsa
As the weather warms up towards summer temperatures, I’m finding myself craving fresh fruits and looking for ways to incorporate them into meals. And, as usual, I try to combine foods that give me a huge nutritional boost. This blueberry peach salsa fit the bill.
White Bean and Kale Soup
I love soup. Any weather. Any reason. I make it happen. This delicious white bean and kale soup just fits the bill. It’s a sunshiny spring day. I’m hungry. I’m feeling like I should eat some veggies. I have beans already cooked and kale begging Read more…
Nourishing Vegetable Broth
No matter the time of year, broth is a perfect food. It’s warming. Refreshing. Practical and easy. Plus it’s good for gut healing – a bonus! I usually keep a bag of vegetable scraps in the freezer in a gallon Ziploc in anticipation of making Read more…