BAKED OATMEAL WITH BLUEBERRIES, ALMONDS & COCONUT MILK

BAKED OATMEAL WITH BLUEBERRIES, ALMONDS & COCONUT MILK

With a lightly crunchy, granola-like layer on top and a doughy, coconut-saturated center, this baked oatmeal is hearty and comforting. Serve warm or at room temperature. YIELD: SERVES 8 1 large egg 2 cups light coconut milk, whisked, if necessary 2 Tbs. honey, plus...

ARUGULA-RICOTTA OMELET FOR ONE

ARUGULA-RICOTTA OMELET FOR ONE

Here’s an easy breakfast or brunch option that can be made with ingredients straight from the fridge. The recipe serves one, but can easily be quadrupled and made in a large skillet to serve four people. YIELD: SERVES 1 1 egg plus 2 egg whites, or 2 whole eggs 1 small...

Pretty quick pinto picadillo

Pretty quick pinto picadillo

serves 4 Don’t be put off by the long list of ingredients in this variation of the classic Mexican dish. Just a few require chopping, and some of those can be bought already cut if you prefer. You can also make this recipe with leftover rice if you have it. For a...

Sautéed seitan with green peas and mushrooms

Sautéed seitan with green peas and mushrooms

serves 4 For the quickest prep, pick up a package of presliced mushrooms in the produce section, or procure some from the salad bar. Serve this sauté over brown rice or noodles. For a richer sauce, add some mushroom gravy, store-bought or homemade (page 16). ½ cup...

Stir-fried tofu and vegetable teriyaki

Stir-fried tofu and vegetable teriyaki

serves 4 Some supermarkets carry fresh bagged stir-fry vegetables that can cut down on prep time. Another quick but fresh way to go is grabbing some fresh cut veggies at the supermarket salad bar. Frozen stir-fry vegetables are yet another option. 2 tablespoons canola...

Seitan with braised radicchio and red onions

Seitan with braised radicchio and red onions

serves 4 The slightly bitter taste of radicchio plays nicely against the sweet onions and chewy seitan. Serve on a bed of quinoa or brown rice. (Note: Because the saltiness of the tamari and broth will intensify as the liquid reduces, be judicious in your use of salt...

Potato and onion pierogi with broccoli and walnuts

Potato and onion pierogi with broccoli and walnuts

serves 4 Pierogi are Eastern European dumplings similar to ravioli, except that the filling is usually made with potatoes instead of cheese. Frozen pierogi can be found in well-stocked supermarkets. 1 (12-ounce) box frozen potato and onion pierogi 3 cups small...

Panko-crusted tofu cutlets with lemon-caper sauce

Panko-crusted tofu cutlets with lemon-caper sauce

serves 4 Panko is the name for Japanese bread crumbs. Look for them in well-stocked supermarkets.2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste) ¼ cup water Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups panko bread crumbs 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional as...

Tempeh with coconut-peanut sauce

Tempeh with coconut-peanut sauce

serves 4 The sauce is so yummy, you may want to eat it with a spoon, but save some for the tempeh. This is wonderful served over basmati or jasmine rice. The sauce is also good over tofu or vegetable patties or tossed with noodles. 1 (12-ounce) package tempeh, cut...

Sicilian couscous

Sicilian couscous

serves 4 Couscous and raisins are common ingredients in Sicilian cooking. They combine well here with spinach, pine nuts, and a touch of orange, another popular Sicilian ingredient. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 scallions, minced 3 cups firmly packed fresh...

Rapini with orzo and sun-dried tomatoes

Rapini with orzo and sun-dried tomatoes

serves 4 This recipe is pretty and delicious as is, but it’s also extremely versatile. For example, you can substitute spinach or chard for the rapini, and chopped fresh tomatoes for the sun-dried tomatoes. It can also be made with penne or rotini pasta instead of the...