November 1, 2022
Remembering Autumn Salad
radicchio | citrus | shaved fennel | toasted hazelnuts I was in Italy early October, on Lake Bolsena, with my father and brothers and sister, and all the children. They...
October 1, 2022
S3: Simplest Squash Soup
My wife makes a pot of this probably 3-4 times a month all during the cold seasons. It is simple, dependable, and nourishing. And, if you use frozen or pre-cubed...
September 1, 2022
Black Cherry Freezer Tart with a Hazelnut-Chocolate Crust
Impressive enough for guests, and nourishing enough for breakfast. 100% plant-based, and almost entirely raw.
August 1, 2022
Za’atar Grilled Summer Squash
Easy, breezy, backyard casual -- with Levantine flair. Your squash comes off the grill flavorful and tender. It has grill marks. It's vegan. Everyone is happy.
August 1, 2022
Shichimi Togarishi Grilled Squash
Here we use Shichimi Togarishi, a Japanese 7-spice blend of chilis, citrus, seaweed and sesame. If you haven't tried it... try it! Lovely on plain boiled rice, and just like...
July 3, 2022
Smashed Potato Salad with Tahini-Maple-Ginger Dressing
The potatoes are soft on the inside, have a crisp texture on the outside, and are topped with a deliciously savory tahini dressing with pops of garlic and ginger
April 3, 2022
Quinoa Espanola
Incan grain, Spanish flavors. Sort of. This protein-rich pilaf is reminiscent of paella, but a lot easier, and made from 100% plants.
October 5, 2021
Gajar ka Halwa
This dessert is easy to make. It requires patience, but no skill. It’s also grain-free, and about 50% vegetable; rich with dairy, and sweet with jaggery. Toddlers love it. Grown-ups...
July 1, 2021
Dilly Egg Salad
The egg salad to end all egg salads! The flavor profile of Debra's classic potato salad, now paleo. Creamy yet crispy. Rich yet fresh.
February 1, 2021
Ribolitta: Your New Favorite Soup
A rich broth, heady with garlic and redolent of herbs. A sprinkle of parmesan. Even a crust (sort of). Peasant food, perhaps, but peasant food fit for a queen.
December 1, 2020
Thyme Mushrooms + Greens
Not much muss, definitely gourmet. I’ve made this mushroom dish for years, but now I add in greens .This is great spooned over polenta or pasta or anything!
December 1, 2020
Chestnut + Yam Marbella
For those of you who love the taste of Chicken Marbella (salty-sweet-tangy-briny-garlicky), here's a new twist: a vegan dish, made with some of my favorite ingredients.
November 25, 2020
How to Cook the Bird
A thanksgiving tradition. A coming of age ritual. A joy. A chore. An intimidating task. We demystify the ritual, and streamline the process.
November 6, 2020
Miso Vegan Caesar w/ Crispy Walnuts + Golden Roast Butternut
A miso-cumin dressing provides a savory counterpoint to sweet roast butternut in this surprisingly easy, satisfying and elegant presentation.
October 1, 2020
Adai: a Hearty Dosa
"A savory pancake crossed with a fritter. An unleavened rice-and-lentil bread cooked on a griddle. One relative says, “like omelets – without the eggs.” Another calls them 'Indian latkes.'"
