10 Monday Sep 2018
Posted in Eggplant, Make Ahead, Middle Eastern Flavors, Squash, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
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7-spice, bell peppers, Eggplant, fire-roasted tomatoes, Garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, onion, zucchini
This is a layered affair. If you aren’t familiar with Lebanese 7-Spice or Baharat, you might want to wander into a Middle Eastern market and pick some up. This blend uses the “sweet” spices, like allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, etc. But, it’s wonderful in savory dishes. It lends itself particularly well to lamb and as it turns out, eggplant, zucchini and tomatoes. Continue reading
04 Saturday Nov 2017
Posted in Buffet Food, Eggplant, Fennel, Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Onions, Peppers, Side Dishes, Squash, Summer, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Winter
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Eggplant, fennel bulb, garlic granules, herbs, Onions, red bell pepper, red pepper flakes, Tomatoes, zucchini
Every now and again, you happen on a dish that’s just perfect. This is that dish. It’s a positively delicious dish. It’s loaded with rich flavors and vivid colors. Though it’s absolutely best made when the garden is overflowing, it transcends seasons. And perhaps best of all, it goes together quickly and is even better made ahead and eaten at room temperature. Continue reading
26 Thursday Oct 2017
Posted in Appetizers, Carrots, Garlic, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Onions, Side Dishes, Squash, Vegetarian
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baking powder, Carrots, Cornmeal, eggs, Garlic, Greek-style yogurt, herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple sugar, milk, parmesan cheese, rice flour, Scallions, shishito peppers, vegetable oil, zucchini
I love fritters. They’re a great way to use veggies. They’re a great way to use up leftover veggies and they’re fried. And anything fried is just better. Face it. It’s true. You know it’s true. Continue reading
04 Sunday Jun 2017
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Pasta, Salads, Vegetarian
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avocado, beans, bell pepper, cilantro, cucumber, orange zest, red onion, small pasta, sweet potato, zucchini
Pasta and bean salads are great for summer. Because this doesn’t have any mayonnaise in the dressing, it holds up well when the sun sizzles and you don’t want to. Continue reading
30 Saturday Jul 2016
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carrot, cheddar cheese, Corn, Cornmeal, eggs, Garlic, Italian seasoning, maple syrup, Scallions, tomato, water chestnuts, zucchini
Corn cakes are a nice change of pace and a really wonderful option to use up leftover corn-on-the-cob. Zucchini and tomato just seemed like a natural fit. And I think it was. Continue reading
06 Saturday Feb 2016
Posted in Buffet Food, Condiments, Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, Sandwiches, Vegetarian
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Bread, capers, Celery, Eggplant, Garlic, herbs, Mushrooms, olive oil, olives, Onions, roasted red bell pepper, Sun-dried, wine vinegar, zucchini
Roasted vegetables are a thing of beauty, with their intense flavor and wonderful textural qualities, with just a hint of smokiness from the grill. With good bread, then make a wonderful Muffuletta that would make New Orleans proud! Continue reading
13 Thursday Aug 2015
Posted in Chocolate, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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cocoa powder, eggs, flour, oil, sour cream, sugar, zucchini
I think it’s fair to say that most of us don’t think, “zucchini and chocolate…MMMMM. Now there’s a combination made in heaven!” I know I didn’t. But guess what? You should absolutely think good and happy thoughts about that combination, because this is an absolutely delicious cake. Continue reading
23 Thursday Jul 2015
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bread crumbs, broth, cheese, milk, onion, roasted garlic, zucchini
Zucchini is such an innocuous vegetable, but so versatile. It can be served raw, in thin ribbons in a salad, grilled, steamed, pan-fried, deep-fried or made au gratin…with cheese! This is easy, can be made ahead and delicious. Continue reading
21 Tuesday Jul 2015
Posted in Desserts, Vegetarian
It’s that time of year. The lazy, hazy days of summer. The hammock and a tall, cold drink. And then there’s the zucchini. Don’t you love that first zucchini? You sauté it and relish its fresh, clean flavor, thinking, “I could eat these forever”. Continue reading
07 Sunday Jun 2015
Posted in Eggs, Make Ahead, Nuts, Side Dishes, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Nutmeg is an interesting spice. The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without it. Apple and pumpkin pies and who doesn’t love egg nog? Nutmeg works on both sweet and savory levels, though most of us think of it as a sweet spice, but today let me introduce you to its savory side. Continue reading
