RECIPES
Soup Season has officially begun.
Broccoli- Cauliflower Cheddar Soup It's that time of year....gray, foggy, drizzly and damp----PERFECT weather for a cup of soup! I usually like brothy soups....but every now and then a thick-creamy-total comfort soup fits the bill. And last night was definitely one of...
Thanksgiving Round-Up
I thought I would do a round-up of some of my favorite recipes for the upcoming holiday weekend...so whether you're traveling, hosting or partaking....there are great vegetarian options for everyone. TRAVELERS For those that are traveling on planes, trains or...
Soupy Rice with Zucchini
Cold Day Comfort Food Soupy Rice is something my mother-in-law made my husband and her other kids on cold days, sick days and days when they just want something comforting. It’s super simple and super de-lish…it’s just rice, milk, butter and dash of...
Bhajia: rainy day comfort food.
This post is for all my friends and family on the East Coast that are hunkered down as Hurricane Sandy brings heavy rains and strong winds to their neck of the woods....may you all stay SAFE, dry and protected. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. My...
sunday morning HASH.
a twist on a classic... Right now in the Indian lunar calendar there's a period called Shraddh going on...this year it falls from Sept 29- Oct 15. Shraddh is a two week period dedicated to remembering and honoring our ancestors because the energy of these two weeks...
end of summer small batch JAMS & SMOOTHIES.
A great way to use up the end of summer fruits.... Peaches are one of my favorite fruits....last week I went on little overboard buying our fruit for the week...so my peaches had gotten a little overripe :). I hate throwing food away....so whenever my pitted fruits or...
Vegetable Garden Quinoa Bowl
great weeknight option... This is a great weeknight meal....it's fast, easy and tasty...and it's even quicker and easier if you have leftover Quinoa-Rice Pilaf or plain Quinoa already in the fridge. Did you know Quinoa has up to 12 grams of protein in just a 1/2 cup...
Summer Caprese Panini
A Taste of Summer Fresh basil, Buffalo mozzarella and vine-ripened tomoatoes....how on earth can you go wrong with a combination like that :). Gluten-Free Options Although, it's rare to find a GF version of this sandwich in restaurants, making this at home is no...
Pasta a la Summer
Capturing Summer, one bite at a time I just LOVE fresh veggies & herb pasta dishes in the summer....they say SUMMER with every bite! My favorite combination is fresh corn, red bells, zucchini, tomatoes and LOTS of fresh basil! It's even better when some...
Ricotta stuffed ASIAN PEARS
Ricotta stuffed ASIAN PEARS. YUM is about all I can say about this divine creation....not only is this a healthy, gluten free, low sugar, super de-lish dessert option....but it's something I would definitely serve as a side at brunch. Light in flavor, the creamy,...
