Caramelized Leeks with Fennel Bulb

Makes 4 side servings Leeks are caramelized to release their natural sugars, and cooked with fennel bulb for a sweet, licorice-like taste. Toasted fennel seeds add a more robust flavor. Serve alongside meat, poultry, eggs or grains. Cooking Tip: “Caramelizing” is a different technique than “browning”. Caramelizing is when the natural sugars inside cook up [...]

Baby Pumpkins with Maple and Spices

Yield: As many as you want These fun and festive pumpkins are not just for show, their sweet and tender taste make them a perfect accompaniment for all of your favorite holiday foods. Look for these little pumpkins at the farmers’ market; if you can’t find them, larger pie pumpkins or acorn squash can be [...]

Raw Pad Thai

Serves 4 Fresh young coconut meat replaces conventional rice noodles in this sweet and spicy Thai dish. Don’t be frightened just cause you’ve never opened a coconut — It’s easier than you think and the directions are listed in step-by-step format below. SAUCE 1-inch-piece fresh ginger, peeled 4 pitted dates, soaked for 10 minutes if [...]

Roasted Roots

Yield: 6-8 servings 2 fennel bulbs, quartered 2 medium potatoes (any kind) large diced 2-3 carrots, diagonally sliced into 1-inch pieces 1 yellow onion, halved (leave skin on) 1 leek, sliced thin up to the greens and washed well 6 cloves garlic, peeld and crushed with the back of a knife 2-3 tablespoons olive oil [...]

Caramelized Onion and Pesto Pizza

Yield: one 12-inch pizza No cheese needed for this satisfying European-style pizza! The sweet, caramelized onions on top of a lively pesto will knock your socks off, but the crunch of oven-toasted walnuts and a burst of fresh basil will have you moaning with every bite! 1 thin crusted pizza crust 2 tablespoons olive oil [...]

Steamed Kale with Sauteed Onions and Garlic

Yield: 4 servings This quick and easy way to get kale into your diet will soon become an addiction. The sweet, browned onions perfectly balance the slightly bitter taste of the kale, making a delightful side to any dish. Toss some meat or tempeh into the pan, and you have a complete meal. Other vegetables [...]

Honey-Mustard Tempeh in Zucchini Baskets

Makes about 18 appetizers These delightful little appetizers make a pretty presentation for summer parties. Crumbled tempeh is blended with a tangy mustard dressing with hints of caraway and dill. Shredded chicken, boiled egg or canned tuna can be substituted for the tempeh, if desired. DRESSING 6 tablespoons grapeseed mayonaisse or olive oil mayonnaise (in [...]

Curried Wheat Berry and Lentil Salad

Serves 6-8 Wheat berries are a delightful, chewy grain that have ample amounts of protein, especially when combined with beans. This is a mildly spicy summer salad with sweet undertones of honey and cinnamon. It get better over time, so make sure it has at least an hour (up to overnight) to soak up the [...]

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