Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons diced pancetta or 1 strip bacon, diced (optional) 1/4 cup minced yellow onion 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth 6 cups trimmed broccoli rabe 1 cup cooked cannellini beans Salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, […]
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 lb broccoli, separated into stems and florets, stems peeled 1/4 cup olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 leek, white and light green parts, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 6 cups vegetable stock or chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream, […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings We don’t like to dumb food down for kids, but we also know that sometimes kids are picky. So this plant-forward (vegan, in fact!) pasta salad is just a good starting point. The tangy chickpea dressing is creamy like mayo, but packed with protein. Add […]
At the same time many of us are packing away our noisemakers and funny 2020 glasses, people all over the world are just beginning to prepare for the new year. Chinese New Year is a celebration of the lunar new year — the first day on a calendar based on […]
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 1/2 oz pancetta, julienned 1 cup diced onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon chopped thyme 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and chopped 1 3/4 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 lb dried fedelini or other pasta 3/4 […]
By the end of this summer, I will be able to write a book on how to cook exclusively outside. As I’ve mentioned, probably too often, I live in Texas, where it is currently HOT. My house is small, but tragically under-cooled in the summer, so when I turn on […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings This is a great recipe to keep in your back pocket. Serve the roasted mixture over grains, like we did here, or stuffed in a pita, tossed with pasta, or even to top a quick pizza. Omit the sausage, if you like, for a simple […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings Use this recipe as a template for just about any steamed vegetable, like asparagus, cauliflower, or carrots. The cooking time will vary depending on which veggie you use, but the key is maintaining a semi-firm texture and a vibrant color. If your steamer basket is […]
Makes 6 servings Tofu is an excellent source of protein and a good medium to showcase brightly colored, well-seasoned garden vegetables. Because of the variety of textures available from silky to extra firm, tofu is a delicious option. Ingredients Marinated Tofu 1 1/4 lb firm tofu, drained, cut into 1-inch […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings This dish may not be authentically Chinese, but it is a kid-friendly introduction to a common Chinese cooking method: stir-frying. Once you get the hang of the technique, you can experiment with new ingredients, like chiles, Szechuan peppercorns, and and bok choy. Ingredients 3 tablespoons […]
Serves 8 Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 small yellows onions, diced 1 cup chopped carrots 2 small Yukon gold potatoes, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 10 cups chopped broccoli florets and stems, reserved separately 8 cups vegetable broth 1 cup raw cashews 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 2 teaspoons […]
Peanut sauce is, to me, sort of what I think ketchup is to 3 year olds. I can eat it on anything, and often, whatever I’m eating it with is the vehicle for the sauce, rather than an equal partner. That’s why this week, when I had a few heads […]