The classic combo of celery and peanut butter gets a tasty update in this noodle salad. Choose very fresh celery with plenty of dark leaves that are the color of parsley. YIELD: SERVES 4 ¼ cup toasted sesame oil¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce¼ cup smooth peanut butter2…
A creamy-garlicky cashew ricotta complements the sweet flavors of beets and caramelized onions in this colorful dish. The recipe makes 1 cup of cashew ricotta; save the remaining ½ cup for another use. YIELD: SERVES 4 CASHEW RICOTTA 1 large head garlic4 tsp. olive…
Cavolo nero, dinosaur, Tuscan, and lacinato are all names given to a long, leafy, crinkly kale variety. Serve this light vegetable dish on its own or add to grains or pasta. YIELD: SERVES 43 Tbs. olive oil1 medium onion, thinly sliced (1⅓ cups)3 small carrots, diced…
This basic meringue recipe can be used to make cookies and pie toppings. The liquid from any cooked beans can be used as aquafaba—just make sure it’s thick and has a viscosity similar to egg whites.MAKES 2 CUPS¾ cup aquafaba (liquid from 1 15-oz. can chickpeas or…
When I want a stick-to-the-ribs dish I make these hearty enchiladas. Delicate wheat tortillas are filled with black beans and cream cheese and rolled, then topped with a flavorful tomato chili sauce and baked until bubbly. SERVES 4 1ВЅ cups dried black beans 2 medium…
Here two classic favorites are combined macaroni and cheese and cauliflower in cheese sauce to make a standout casserole that is rich and satisfying. SERVES 4 1 cup macaroni, cooked and drained (2 cups cooked) 1 small to medium cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets…
Don’t overcook the vegetables for this dish: The onions and broccoli should be crunchy. As with any stir-fried noodle dish you must use cold cooked noodles to prevent them from sticking together. Be sure to have all of the ingredients in front of you before you…
This is a hot and spicy pasta dish that is rather light and is usually served as is, though one may add a light sprinkling of Parmesan cheese if desired. This is the ideal dish to whip up when simplicity is paramount. SERVES 4 1 teaspoon salt 1 pound spaghettini 1…
Though technically not a pasta, this egg-shaped squash behaves just like it when cooked, the pulp separates like strands of spaghetti. It is delicious, has considerably fewer calories than spaghetti, and adapts well to most pasta sauces. I prefer it with a delicate…
This is a tasty dish to turn to when you want something light, low fat, and grainy. Leftovers are good cold and make a good portable lunch the next day. SERVES 4 1ВЅ cupsВ bulgurimage Вј cup oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium onions, diced 2 small to medium zucchini…
A delicious alternative to the traditional tomato sauce laden version of lasagna. In this dish strips of lasagna are covered with a flavorful kale and cheese mixture, then rolled, and finally topped with a delicate tomato cream sauce. The slightly crunchy texture and…
Risotto is a rice dish cooked in such a way that the rice makes its own creamy, rich sauce. Preparing it takes time and patience, but it is well worth the effort. It is important to regulate the heat so that you cook the risotto at just the right pace, and you should…