Vegetarian

Basic Tomato Sauce

September 12, 2016

Plum and other oblong tomatoes (such as San Marzano) have small cores, which are ideal for sauce. For other tomatoes, start with a couple extra.

Grilled Zucchini With Parmesan Breadcrumbs

September 10, 2016

I still have an abundance of summer zucchini and am always looking for delicious ways to prepare them. If you’ve got a grill pan then you’re good to go for this easy recipe.

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

September 1, 2016

I have out-of-town company coming for the weekend and like to have delicious bites on hand for breakfast and snacks. My Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is always a big hit. I like to use dark chocolate, which is a nice contrast to the banana.

Scalloped Tomatoes

August 25, 2016

I have tomatoes falling off the vine and am having quite the bumper crop this month. Easy and satisfying, this tomato dish is a perfect way to utilize end of summer tomatoes.

Zucchini Cake

August 24, 2016

If you like carrot cake then chances are that you’ll like Zucchini Cake.

Middle East Tabouleh Salad

August 23, 2016

Delicious Tabouleh Salad is an excellent way to use up summer tomatoes. Tabouleh is an Arab Middle Eastern vegetarian dish traditionally made with tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, bulgur and onion, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

Pickled Zucchini Salad

August 18, 2016

At this time of year many gardens are bursting with zucchini. Making Pickled Zucchini Salad really helps to use up that late summer squash and keeps for about a week in the refrigerator.

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

August 16, 2016

I have always been a “do it yourself” kind of gal. If I can make it myself then I will. Store-bought versions of Chocolate Hazelnut Spread just can’t compete with the homemade kind. Spread it on everything from toast and pretzels to banana pieces and shortbread cookies.

Pickled Mushrooms

August 15, 2016

Pickled Mushrooms are super easy to make and are perfect on salads or on a festive relish tray.

Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes

August 9, 2016

Make the most of your local summer tomato bounty. Heirlooms should be heavy for their size, be supple but not soft, and have no blemishes. Cracks are A-OK though.

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