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    Chilled Summer Borscht

    Chilled Summer Borscht

    There seem to be as many versions of borscht as there are species of plants. I like cold borscht to be smooth and spicy and topped with sour cream. My husband looks forward to this soup each summer, and so in our house this recipe serves only two! SERVES 6 AS A FIRST...
    Cauliflower and Pasta Soup

    Cauliflower and Pasta Soup

    A thick, rich soup that doesn’t demand much time to prepare. This soup is an exception to the soup rule in that it should not be prepared well in advance because the cauliflower and macaroni risk being overcooked and becoming mushy. Serve with a good whole-grain...
    Wild Rice and Artichoke Salad

    Wild Rice and Artichoke Salad

    Wild rice, though very tasty, is also very expensive, so I save it for special occasions and stretch it a bit by cooking it with brown rice. Although this salad does not take a lot of time to prepare, you should cook the rice in the morning or the night before so it...
    Tomatoes Stuffed with White Beans and Pesto

    Tomatoes Stuffed with White Beans and Pesto

    Creamy-textured white beans cloaked in fragrant pesto are offset by the welcome acidity of juicy tomatoes. Use perfectly fresh ripe summer tomatoes that are both flavorful and tender for this dish. SERVES 4 16-ounce can white beans (Great Northern or navy), drained...
    Tabbouleh

    Tabbouleh

    Traditional tabbouleh is more like a parsley and mint salad with a little bulgur thrown in. I prefer to let the bulgur dominate and have the herbs play a supporting role. This nutritious and substantial salad has just the right balance to me. SERVES 6 TO 8 1ВЅ cupsВ...