Vegetables

Simple Bucatini with Red Onion, Oregano, & Lemon Zest

September 23, 2008

(vegetarian, vegan*) Aside from culture or tradition, recipes are generally created out of inspiration and experimentation.  And from those recipes, even more are tried and inspired.  Everyone who loves to cook, who are learning to cook, or who cook on a professional level, need recipes.  They’re like formulas, roadmaps, and valuable learning resources, yet they [...]

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Haricots Verts & Heirloom Salade de Provence

September 16, 2008

(raw vegetarian, raw vegan modifiable*, gluten-free) This is a classic example of letting high quality fresh food speak for itself.  No need to overly complicate, and very simply dressed.  This was like, a magnificent Alice Waters moment. Over the weekend, I went to the Winter Park Farmer’s Market which is held every Saturday from 7:00 [...]

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Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Curry-Tarragon Pâte

September 14, 2008

(raw vegan, gluten free) I love nut-based pâtes.  Not only are they incredibly nutritious, nuts present quite an amazing array of versatility.  From making milks and creams to hummus, spreads, and pâtes, whether sweet or savory, there are endless flavors and seasonings that work so well with them.  I’m always thinking of new spins to [...]

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Trofiette with Brussels Sprouts, Kalamatas, & Walnuts

September 4, 2008

(vegan) It is barely September, but nonetheless, each year right after Labor Day somehow emits the first subtle signs in the air that autumn is just around the corner.  Maybe this isn’t so unusual for folks living in seasonal climates, but in Florida one might not think it would be so obvious.  Personally, it’s my [...]

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Spinach Oshitashi

August 30, 2008

(raw vegan) Oshitashi is a simple, classic Japanese spinach “salad” dish that is traditionally prepared by boiling or wilting spinach, squeezing out the water, then rolling it in a bamboo mat like maki rolls before slicing it into bite sized pieces.  It is then finished with a mixture of mirin and soy sauce and topped [...]

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How to Make a Perfect Tomato Taste Even Better

August 26, 2008

(raw vegan, vegan, gluten-free) Nothing’s tastier than a perfectly and properly ripened summer tomato, except taking them and slow roasting or drying them either via conventional oven or dehydrator. I make these all the time when I get good Romas (aka plum) and I warn you, they are addictive. The result, particularly for the slow-roasted [...]

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Herb Stuffed Pepper Pop-Ums

May 24, 2008

(raw vegan, gluten-free) These babies are perfect for a soirée or just for snacking. They’re not only uniquely tasty, they’re sexy yet rustic and simple! I was inspired by one of my all-time favorite small bites, “slow-cooked and stuffed baby cherry chili peppers”, courtesy of Jamie Oliver’s wonderful book, The Naked Chef Takes Off. I [...]

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TV Dinners Gone Raw! "Spaghetti & Meatballs"

April 17, 2008

(raw vegan, gluten-free*) With Garlicky Broccolini, Sweet Vidalia and Fennel Gratin, and Blueberry-Macadamia Rawscarpone Crumble. That’s right, now you’ve heard it all! After last night’s success, I’ve decided to shoot for a weekly “TV Dinners Gone Raw” night, inspired by these cute compartmented plates I found on sale at Bloomingdale’s recently. You can’t deny the [...]

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