August 1, 2009
Jim’s Kidney Bean Empanadas
A vegetarian health food take on the classic Salvadoran stuffed pastry, Jim's recipe uses whole wheat flour, tons of vegetables, and tahini -- and some cheddar, if you want it.
July 1, 2009
The Green Organic Potato Salad
A mayo-less potato salad that is light (yet substantial), fresh, bright, and delicious, with the baby spinach, cilantro, and the bite of apple cider vinegar.
June 1, 2009
Greek Yogurt with Za’atar
An easy, easy, easy summer dish around which to build an even easier summer meal. What is Za’atar? It’s a Middle Eastern seasoning mix made from hyssop, Israeli sumac, sesame...
May 1, 2009
Spring Dandelion Avocado Salad With Crispy Tempeh
Did you know that the USDA ranks dandelion in the top four green vegetables in overall nutritional value? Or that DEBRA ranks avocados among the most wonderful things on Earth?
April 1, 2009
Say Good-Bye to Winter Salad
o early for tomatoes, zucchini are still expensive, and we aren’t ready for cold salads.... it's still cool enough to turn on the oven, roast vegetables, and dream of summer!
March 1, 2009
Dinner With A Friend
Buckwheat! You either love it... or you haven't tried it yet. This Japanese/Russian supergrain cooks quickly, and is packed with flavor. And it marries especially well with chicken.
February 2, 2009
Chocolate Coconut Frangipane
About five minutes to get into the oven. Gluten-free, grain-free, with the richness of nuts and eggs; and loved by everyone.
February 1, 2009
Steamed Veggies With Pine Nuts & Raisins
Simple and delicious. Beautiful to look at. You feel full, but not too full, and you don’t feel thirsty afterward either!
January 2, 2009
Moroccan Lentil Vegetable Soup
North African "home food," ready in 15-30 minutes depending on if you use hard or soft lentils. Gently, warmly spiced.
January 1, 2009
Raw Macaroons
Dried apricots and dates are the key to these macaroons. They provide sweetness, and also bind the other ingredients. So no need for flour, eggs, or sugar.
December 1, 2008
Buckwheat Blini + Mushroom Caviar
Blini are yeasted savory pancakes, traditionally served with caviar and crème fraiche. This version is vegetarian, and gluten-free."
November 1, 2008
The Best Cookie
The Walnut Surprise Cookies in my first cookbook are, surprise! brownies. And the best cookie ever. Now I've subbed out the flour for nut meal, for a richer, denser, gluten-free...
October 2, 2008
Autumn Carrots and Squash
Warming, with the natural, vegetal sweetness of the root veggies and squash. This is autumnal comfort food.
October 1, 2008
Hawaii Slaw
Pineapple and macadamia nuts enliven the traditional dour cabbage. Umeboshi (Japanese plum) vinegar adds pizzazz.
September 2, 2008
Himalayan Red Rice Salad with Dried Figs
Ever wonder what to do with that Chinese 5-Spice powder you bought but never used? THIS is what!
