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  • Black Eyed Peas with Rice

    Black Eyed Peas and rice

    Ohhh this is a lovely dish! Simple to prepare, deeply flavorful and full of plant powered nutrition. It’s based on a recipe from Deborah Madison’s beautiful book In My Kitchen. Black Eyed Peas are deliciously “meaty” and of course loaded with fiber. I stewed them in stock, white wine, fresh herbs and spices and served them […]

  • Patty Pan Squash and Pea Salad

    favorite things in june

    Looking for a salad that’s elegantly delicious? Try this Patty Pan Squash and Pea Salad, it’s divine. The other day I was in Manhattan visiting one of my daughters, whenever I’m there I make a beeline for Eli’s Market on 3rd Avenue. It’s too gorgeous to miss. It’s easy to be mesmerized by the fantastic […]

  • Zucchini and Pea Soup

    zucchini and pea soup

    This Vegan Zucchini and Pea Soup is “creamy,” totally delicious and so easy to make! Although we’re well into Spring it’s still a little chilly outside. This Zucchini and Pea Soup has all the promise of summer with the warmth and comfort still needed to combat the last cold days. It’s super duper good for […]

  • Turmeric Lentil Dahl

      This Turmeric Lentil Dahl is a deeply nourishing, highly satisfying, delicately spiced lentil stew. Like most stews the flavors permeate more over time, making this better and better – so I like to make a lot and have it sitting in the fridge for sustenance when needed. The flavors are reminiscent of a curry […]

  • Green Detox Smoothie

    This Green Detox Smoothie is outrageously good for you and tastes as wonderful as it looks. Sadly I’m not one of those people who can choke down something just because it’s “good for me.” No, it has to look wonderful and taste wonderful otherwise it just isn’t happening. Happily that’s not hard to achieve. Nature’s […]