Main Dishes / Side Dish / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Eggplant Un-Parmesan

Here's a recipe that I found on Mark Bittman's website. I'm always looking for good vegetarian/vegan recipes because we're trying to eat less meat and because of our friends' dietary…

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January 20, 2014

Pasta / Poultry / Soups / Vegetables

Sweet Potato-Sausage Soup

This soup is delicious, incredibly satisfying and really quick to make. It's definitely something that can be made on a weeknight and served with a nice loaf of rustic bread.…

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December 27, 2013

Side Dish / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Shredded Brussels Sprouts

Our long Trader Joe's check out line snakes right through their fresh produce department. And when I say snakes, I mean snakes. I have never shopped in a store before…

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November 6, 2013

Rice/Grains / Salads / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Asian Quinoa Salad

There's nothing like a good quinoa dish and this is one that's quick enough to make on a weekday evening.  The part of the recipe that takes the longest is…

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November 2, 2013

Beans / Dairy / Main Dishes / Poultry / Salads / Vegetables

Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad

I love a good chopped salad that you can eat as a main course. I adore all of the fresh ingredients and  that the recipes tend to be very forgiving.…

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September 27, 2013

Cheese / Main Dishes / Rice/Grains / Side Dish / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Risotto Stuffed Tomatoes

This has become a weekly staple in our house since tomato season began in August. This makes a great side-dish, and can also stand on its own as a vegetarian…

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September 16, 2013

Cheese / Main Dishes / Nuts / Side Dish / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Grilled Eggplant with Tomatoes, Basil and Feta

You know I like a recipe if I make it twice within a week. I found this recipe in the September issue of Martha Stewart and made it while I…

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September 14, 2013

Salads / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Garbanzo Bean and Zucchini Salad

But for a little chopping, this is a very simple salad to make. It's light and fresh and a perfect addition to a summer meal. The dressing is very light,…

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August 16, 2013

Dairy / Soups / Vegetables

Minimalist’s Corn Chowder

The other night I made two Mark Bittman recipes, this corn chowder and a rice salad. The rice salad was a total bust. I disliked it so much that I…

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August 14, 2013

Eggs / Side Dish / Vegetables / Vegetarian

Classic Potato Salad with Peas

If you're looking for a classic potato salad recipe made with both mayonnaise and eggs, this is the recipe for you. I have a number of different potato salad recipes…

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August 3, 2013