When you just have to eat
I always associated cole slaw with summer barbecues until I came across Waitrose Kitchen’s “Winter Slaw“. The addition of fennel and apple as well as the tangy dressing gives this slaw a mix of flavors that go well with winter-weather staples like roasts and stews. I stripped the Waitrose version down to be easier […]
Like a lot of people out there, I grew up hating tofu. I had been scarred by the infamous “tofurkey” until I moved to Asia and experienced all the different ways that it could be properly prepared. Personally, I think any time tofu tries to masquerade as real meat is […]
This recipe is mostly about the vegetarian ‘tomato sauce’ base. I’ve always been on a quest for a decent protein-rich veggie pizza and this sauce is now one of my best tricks. Top the pizzas however you would like, the ingredients here are just a start. These can make a […]
A playful twist on some traditional Tex-Mex flavors – use tortilla chips for a quick and easy, crowd-pleasing dinner. Bake like a casserole as described below, or pour the casserole mixture on top of crushed up tortilla chips for an easy taco salad. Tortilla Chip Casserole Save Print Prep […]
Here’s another dish perked-up with the use of mascarpone – in a surprisingly delightful ‘summer’ soup. Made with zucchini (courgette) and pesto, it’s a soup that’s light enough for a summer evening. I serve mine with bread and a little pate or hummus for a light meal. Zucchini Soup […]
I’ve been working on this one for awhile, and I’m happy to say I’ve got it right where I want it. As someone who doesn’t often eat meat, broccoli-cheddar potatoes are one of my go-to dishes (particularly in jacket potato-loving Great Britain). It always seems to be missing something, though, […]