by Admin | Feb 6, 2020 | Soups
Mushroom Barley Soup MAKES: 4 servings TIME: 45 minutes Taking an untraditional approach to the classic Eastern European “grandmother” soup (where the ingredients are usually put in a pot with some beef and boiled), this delivers real heartiness and a depth of...
by Admin | Feb 6, 2020 | Soups
Mung Bean Soup MAKES: 4 servings TIME: 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the type of mung bean Recipes for all kinds of dishes often begin with a base of aromatic vegetables and spices cooked in oil or butter, a process that activates the aromatics’ essential oils and...
by Admin | Feb 6, 2020 | Salads & Dressings, Side Dishes
Spinach Salad with Warm Dressing and Tofu Croutons MAKES: 4 to 6 servings TIME: About 45 minutes, including making the croutons There is no reason to shun this favorite American salad just because you want to skip the bacon. Tofu croutons have a crisp appeal all their...
by Admin | Feb 6, 2020 | Breakfast, Salads & Dressings
Spinach Salad with Feta and Nutmeg MAKES: 4 to 6 servings TIME: 15 minutes Feta in a salad makes us think “Greek,” but here you’ll find no tomatoes, olives, or romaine. Instead, nutmeg and yogurt complement the cheese and spinach. 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or...
by Admin | Feb 5, 2020 | Lunch, Soups
Mixed Vegetable Soup, Spanish Style MAKES: 4 to 6 servings TIME: 1 hour In Spain, a soup similar to minestrone is likely to begin with roasting the vegetables, which yields a more robust flavor (and takes a little more time). 1 large onion, roughly chopped 1 head...