The beautiful black-eyed pea has a natural affinity to smoky flavors, and so pairs well with a favorite spice of mine — smoked paprika. Adding the rich sweetness of super ripe late summer tomatoes and diced red bell pepper rounds out the earthy flavor of the black-eyed peas. This is a satisfying vegan main dish,…
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Blackberry Bars
One of the joys of late summer is blackberries. I envisioned a simple dessert bar that had a crisp, buttery crust topped with as much blackberry sweetness as crust. Blackberry Bars Blackberries are deep purple, with a mellow sweetness and flavor. The filling has no spices to distract from the blackberriness of the flavor. And…
Lemon Thyme Pesto on tomatoes
Lemon thyme grows beautifully in my garden — a charming, vigorous herb that smells like a cross between fresh squeezed lemon rind and mellow thyme. It makes a bright, delicious pesto, ideal on fresh tomatoes. I had a bounty of tomatoes from my CSA box and wanted a new way to highlight their sweet flavors. …
Red Lentil Patties
I am a fan of lentils — they are so tasty, inexpensive, and nutritious. These tiny bright orange lentils are referred to as Red lentils, and are a favorite in dal and in patties because of how completely they break down and add texture to dishes. These savory, spiced patties start with thick lentil paste,…
Snickerdoodles
Cinnamon, sugar, butter — and the puffy-soft/slightly crispy texture is what makes this classic cookie one of my favorites. The key is just the right ratio of ingredients, and using baking soda and cream of tartar for leavening. Snickerdoodles Here’s a bonus – this is recipe is supremely easy to throw together — no need…
Homemade Hummus
Smooth, tasty, and as old school as it gets, homemade hummus is really simple – and a delicious DIY Basic. This classic chickpea and tahini paste has been made for centuries in the middle east — no food processors needed. But if you have one, it’s easier. Learn to make hummus at home and you…
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