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Cumin-spiked Tofu
Cumin-spiked Tofu - April 7, 2008

Slabs of tofu marinated in a cumin, garlic, yogurt slather and cooked on a grill or in a grill pan or skillet.

Sunburst Carrot Salad
Sunburst Carrot Salad - April 3, 2008

A favorite carrot salad recipe - carrot ribbons sauteed in a bit of salt and olive oil and finished off with lemon zest, finely chopped serrano chiles, a quick squeeze of lemon juice, and lots of cilantro.

Spring Wild Rice Salad
Spring Wild Rice Salad - March 24, 2008

A spring-inspired wild rice salad - vibrant asparagus, yellow split peas, and wild rice tossed in an almond butter dressing and finished off with a bit of goat cheese and chives.

Amazing Black Bean Brownies
Amazing Black Bean Brownies - March 17, 2008

This quirky, yet amazing black bean brownie recipe delivers deliciously dense, bite-sized squares of melt-in-your-mouth fudge-textured brownies.

Yellow Split Pea Soup
Yellow Split Pea Soup - March 6, 2008

Healthy, beautifully textured, and colorful this split yellow pea soup makes for a terrific lunch. The yellow split pea soup base is topped with a tzatziki-inspired yogurt dollop, a touch of mint, a spoonful of finely chopped black olives, and a drizzle of olive oil.



 



Garam Masala Tofu Scramble
Garam Masala Tofu Scramble - February 11, 2008

A favorite (and quick) tofu scramble recipe using shaved fennel, caramelized onions spices and dried fruit, and then counter-balancing those flavors with cilantro and chopped nuts.

Vegetarian Split Pea Soup
Vegetarian Split Pea Soup - February 5, 2008

A delicious, healthy, textured split pea soup recipe made from an impossibly short list of ingredients. Vegetarian, no ham hocks in this version.

Curried Egg Salad
Curried Egg Salad - February 4, 2008

A variation on my favorite egg salad recipe, this version uses plain yogurt in place of mayo and incorporates curry powder, chopped apples, toasted pecans, and minced chives.

Video: Big Sur Power Bars
Video: Big Sur Power Bars - January 31, 2008

A homemade powerbar recipe packed with lots of toasted nuts and coconut, crisped rice and ground espresso beans. Video how-to as well as written instructions.

Caramelized Tofu
Caramelized Tofu - January 28, 2008

One of my favorite tofu recipes, caramelized strips of tofu served over sauteed shredded brussels sprouts. It come together quickly and uses just one pan.

Baked Artichoke Dip
Baked Artichoke Dip - January 21, 2008

An updated, healthier version of my favorite artichoke dip recipe. Artichokes pureed with yogurt, tofu, Parmesan cheese, and garlic and baked until golden.

Rustic Cabbage Soup
Rustic Cabbage Soup - January 14, 2008

Hearty, healthy, and satistfying - this cabbage soup recipe is super simple to make. Slice a cabbage into thin ribbons and cook it down in a simple pot of sauteed potatoes, onions, beans, garlic and flavorful broth. Finished each bowl with a generous drizzle of great olive oil and a dusting of shredded cheese.

Poached Eggs Over Rice
Poached Eggs Over Rice - January 7, 2008

An unassuming yet satisfying little rice bowl recipe - simply a reasonable serving of chard-flecked whole grain rice topped with a poached egg.

Butter-toasted Hazelnuts
Butter-toasted Hazelnuts - January 1, 2008

One of my favorite party-friendly ways to use hazelnuts. This butter-toasted hazelnut recipe uses toasted butter, fresh tyme and lemon and orange zest to add a simple yet sophisticated twist to a nut bowl.

Lori's Skillet Smashed Potatoes
Lori's Skillet Smashed Potatoes - November 29, 2007

This skillet smashed potato recipe make delicious, golden-crusted potatoes. With a bit of prep you can boil them off (pre-cook) the night before. They come together in just a few minutes just as you are ready to serve the rest of your breakfast or brunch.

Golden-Crusted Brussels Sprouts
Golden-Crusted Brussels Sprouts - November 11, 2007

A quick and easy brussels sprouts recipe that will convert the biggest skeptics. Vibrant green, tender brussels sprouts that become deeply golden and crusty where they touch the pan, dusted with cheese.

Tapioca Pudding
Tapioca Pudding - November 4, 2007

Ultimate tapioca - a creamy, classic, delicious, vanilla-spiked tapioca pudding recipe.

Grown-up Fig Cookies
Grown-up Fig Cookies - October 22, 2007

A grown-up twist on the figgy classic. This filling for this fig cookie recipe is dried figs that are marinated overnight in port and pomegranate juice and then pureed. They also happen to be gluten-free.

Cottage Cheese Muffins
Cottage Cheese Muffins - September 29, 2007

Golden, puffy, sun-dried tomato, and cottage cheese muffins. High in protein, low in carbs, they are a great, satisfying way to start the day.

Espresso Caramels
Espresso Caramels - September 13, 2007

A favorite caramel recipe yielding dozens of generously espresso-flecked caramels that you can individually wrap. They have a deliciously subtle undercurrent of sea salt and are great for the holidays.

Spinach and Zucchini Soup
Spinach and Zucchini Soup - August 30, 2007

Simple and delicious, vibrant green spinach and zucchini soup recipe. Light-and-healthy, but still creamy textured and plenty tasty.

Rosewater Plum Compote
Rosewater Plum Compote - July 8, 2007

A stunning jewel-colored rosewater plum compote. It can make ordinary french toast, waffles, pancakes, and crepes, and vanilla ice cream extra special.

Fourth of July Roasted Tomato Salsa
Fourth of July Roasted Tomato Salsa - July 1, 2007

A deliciously vibrant, earthy, and slightly smoky-tasting salsa recipe. Different from salsa fresca, the deep, caramelized flavors of the roasted tomatoes and onions alongside the smokiness of the chipotles make for a richly beautiful and balanced salsa.

Skinny Omelette
Skinny Omelette - June 13, 2007

Eggs cooked crepe thin and stuffed. A delicious and lighter alternative to heavy, cheese-stuffed omelette recipes - great for lunch and brunch.

White Bean Salad
White Bean Salad - June 8, 2007

A tasty white bean salad topped with toasted walnuts, crumbled cheese, and a hint of citrus. Makes a good side dish, a satisfying lunch, or light dinner.

Moroccan Baby Carrot Salad
Moroccan Baby Carrot Salad - May 25, 2007

Carrots tossed in a honey-kissed orange dressing, punctuated by toasted pine nuts, black olives and a hint of cumin.

Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios
Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios - May 14, 2007

Creamy tarragon spiked yogurt pistachio sauce combined with sweet green peas.

A Frozen Yogurt Recipe to Rival Pinkberry's
A Frozen Yogurt Recipe to Rival Pinkberry's - May 3, 2007

An easy wonderfully tangy, not-too-sweet, creamy white cloud of perfect frozen yogurt deliciousness.

Ten Minute Tasty Asparagus and Brown Rice
Ten Minute Tasty Asparagus and Brown Rice - April 28, 2007

A big bowl of asparagus, sauteed garbanzos, chopped onions, toasted almonds, tossed with brown rice and drizzled with a bit of garlic-tahini dressing.

Maranui Surf Club Salad
Maranui Surf Club Salad - March 3, 2007

Inspired by a visit to the Maranui Surf Club in Wellington, New Zealand. This chickpea salad recipe combines a big bowl of roasted winter squash, garbanzo beans, cilantro, and red onions with a quick coconut curry dressing.

Delicious Big Bowl - Quinoa
Delicious Big Bowl - Quinoa - February 26, 2007

This quinoa recipe shows you how I might clean out my fridge - white quinoa, potatoes, onions, toasted nuts, and asparagus.

Black Pepper and Lime Oven Fries
Black Pepper and Lime Oven Fries - January 6, 2007

A healthy, simple and delicious alternative to deep-fried potatoes. These baked oven fries are finished with salt, pepper, a spritz of lime juice, and a dusting of Parmesan cheese.

Cranberry Jam
Cranberry Jam - December 19, 2006

A delicious cranberry jam recipe, the most riveting shade of ruby red you've ever seen. Would be perfect with toasted walnut bread and an antique gruyere cheese.

Baked Carrot Oven Fries
Baked Carrot Oven Fries - November 20, 2006

Made from carrots, this is a healthy, simple and delicious alternative to deep-fried potatoes. These baked oven fries (made from carrots) are simply roasted with olive oil and a sprinkling of sea salt.

Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes - November 8, 2006

This mashed sweet potato recipe is an all-time favorite, perfect for Thanksgiving. Plump vanilla beans, cream, orange zest, and butter are combined with sweet potatoes that have been roasted in the oven. A quick whirl in the food processor produces a smooth, creamy, subtly sweet puree haunted by the delicious vanilla and citrus undertones. The consistency is that of a thick frosting.

Thai-spiced Pumpkin Soup
Thai-spiced Pumpkin Soup - November 2, 2006

This Thai-spiced Pumpkin Soup couldn't be easier to make - roasted winter squash, coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, and sea salt come together in a pot of vibrant, rich, flavorful soup. A total crowd pleaser.

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds: Three Ways
Toasted Pumpkin Seeds: Three Ways - October 28, 2006

Don't let all those pumpkin seeds go to waste, toasting pumpkin seeds is easy! This year I tried some different flavor combinations: Sweet & Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Black Tea & Butter Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, and Curried Toasted Pumpkin Seeds.

Purple Jasmine Coconut Rice
Purple Jasmine Coconut Rice - September 26, 2006

My favorite coconut rice recipe - rich, fragrant, and just sticky enough.

Lemon-scented Quinoa Salad
Lemon-scented Quinoa Salad - September 8, 2006

An impromptu quinoa salad recipe made by tossing a quick tahini dressing with chickpeas, red onion, and cilantro.

What to do with Halloumi Cheese
What to do with Halloumi Cheese - August 23, 2006

Halloumi cheese won't melt when you are grilling it. Here is a recipe for Grilled Halloumi with Sauteed Green Beans, as well as other ideas.

A Good Soup for the Sick
A Good Soup for the Sick - April 21, 2006

Turn to this miraculously delicious soup when you are feeling sick - beans, water, garlic, shallots, chiles. Total active prep time was under five minutes, the rest is just waiting and anticipating.

Whipped Chickpea Hummus
Whipped Chickpea Hummus - April 15, 2006

Actually two different takes on hummus. One with an Italian twist, and one a lovely shade of green from the incorporation of a bit of sauteed spinach.

Edamame Salad with Shiso + Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Edamame Salad with Shiso + Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette - March 2, 2006

Makes a fantastic lunch, and it comes together quick and easy. For those of you unfamiliar with shiso, it is a fierce looking herb with spiky leaves, and wonderful edgy green nose.

Homemade Ricotta
Homemade Ricotta - July 31, 2005

So simple, a fresh ricotta recipe should be part of every cook's repertoire. Made from just two ingredients - buttermilk and whole milk.

Chocolate and Green Tea Pudding
Chocolate and Green Tea Pudding - April 4, 2005

A rich, delicious dairy-free pudding recipe made with chocolate soy milk, tofu, matcha, and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips.

Maison du Miel's Heather Honey Ice Cream
Maison du Miel's Heather Honey Ice Cream - January 27, 2005

This honey ice cream recipe makes a creamy bowl of goodness that tastes as good as it looks. Four ingredients; plump vanilla beans, heavy cream, whole milk, and honey. That's it.






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