Whether the days are shorter and the air cool and moist, or they’re long and full of sunshine and warmth, a dose of Dal always serves to nourish the soul from the inside out. Made from the rare red lentil and steeped in ginger, garlic, curry powder, turmeric and chili powder, its flavor nourishes like no other creating a heat in the belly and in the heart. This recipes evolved from Daily Dal in the Green Kitchen cookbook,…GO TO RECIPE …
Vegetarian Entrees
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Portobello mushrooms have a great meaty texture and this dish is oh so satisfying, especially on a chilly evening. As you can see from the photos below, I used a cuisinart food processor to make the prep work quick and easy, but if you don't have one of these, you can hand chop the onion, garlic, mushrooms and spinach in just a few minutes using a 10" or 12" chef's knife. Either way, it'll be delicious. For the…GO TO RECIPE …
The Best Vegetarian Chili
2 T. olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 large garlic cloves, minced 1/2 t. paprika 1+ T, chili powder 1 T. cumin 1/2 t. kosher salt 1/2 t. ground black pepper 1-2 cups red and yellow bell peppers, diced (i used 12 baby peppers) 1-2 cups celery, diced (I used 5 stalks) 1 serrano chili pepper, seeded and minced (optional) 2 14 1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes (or 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced) 4 14 1/2 oz. cans chili beans (or one each of pinto, black, red…GO TO RECIPE …
Roasted Whole Cauliflower
1 head cauliflower 1 1/4 cups 0% or 2% fagegreek yogurt 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 cloves garlic, pressed 1 tablespoon ground cumin seeds 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (optional)* Preheat oven to 400. Trim the stem and green leaves from the cauliflower. Combine all remaining ingredients in a medium bowl and stir well to blend. Dip the cauliflower head…GO TO RECIPE …
Vegetarian Delight
Ok, I know this is a hokey recipe name but it truly comes from the heart. This dish, used as the stuffing in my Stuffed Delicata Squash and as a bed for my Roasted Whole Cauliflower, is pure yumminess—vegetarian eating at it’s best! Packed with nutrition and great flavor, it is the perfect accompaniment to any fall or winter meal. Warm and satisfying. Here I added some leftover roasted cauliflower and butternut squash as it was being served…GO TO RECIPE …
Stuffed Delicata Squash
This is my newest vegetarian recipe…just in time for the Thanksgiving season and perfect for a Meatless Monday night dinner. Great as an entree or a side, this dish combines the flavors and colors of autumn—orange delicata squash, pepitas, quinoa and kale plus additional gifts from nature’s bounty—to create a feast for the eyes as well as a treat for the taste buds. Preparation will take a little over an hour from start to finish, and though it…GO TO RECIPE …
