by Admin | Feb 21, 2022 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
When I pan-cook Brussels sprouts and squash we sometimes can’t even wait until we put together a Big Bowl; the vegetables are just too tempting. But if you can wait, make a meal of them with grains and baked seasoned tofu. Wild rice is perfect with this medley. Make...
by Admin | Feb 20, 2022 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
MAKES 6 SERVINGS Certain vegetables don’t require a tomato sauce to show off in lasagna, while some (beets) would even clash with tomato sauce. In the spring, when asparagus, artichokes, and fava beans are so sweet and delicate, I want to embellish them only with a...
by Admin | Feb 19, 2022 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
VEGAN WITHOUT THE CHEESE /// MAKES 4 SERVINGS This is modeled on a classic Apulian dish (see Orecchiette with Broccoli Raab, below), but here, the broccoli raab is coursely chopped and it works better with the tubular perciatelli or bucatini. You have the option of...
by Admin | Feb 18, 2022 | Pasta, Noodles, Dumplings, Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS If you find yourself on a regular basis with stale bread on your hands, you’ll appreciate this template. I love bread but we don’t always finish a loaf before it gets hard, and I hate to throw out food. Not a problem: I make savory bread pudding,...
by Admin | Feb 17, 2022 | Vegetables and Fruits
MAKES 4 SERVINGS I particularly like the broccoli raab in this Provençal gratin because the mix of chopped stems and leaves introduces a range of textures. I use 4 eggs instead of 2 or 3 for a fluffier gratin, and leave out the breadcrumbs because the roasted pepper...