Baked Spaghetti Squash with Garlic and Butter
This recipe comes from steamykitchen.com and is a simple way to dress up spaghetti squash. (more…)
Author: Danielle Levitt
Fresh Herbs
Everyone knows that a sprinkle of fresh herbs turns that ordinary family dinner into something extraordinary. But did you know that fresh herbs have a high antioxidant activity? According to a US Department of Agriculture study, fresh herbs, in particular oregano, beat out fruits, vegetables, and even garlic! (more…)
Herbed Summer Squash and Potato Torte
This recipe was originally from Bon Appetit magazine, and found on epicurious.com. It is easy to assemble by layering the ingredients (although the directions sound complicated!). The recipe makes two pans so eat one tonight and freeze the other for another day. A mandolin makes short work of the preparations. (more…)
Stuffed Tomatoes with Tofu and Spinach
Food reporter Mark Bittman wrote a piece in The New York Times Sunday Magazine on what to do with the abundance of tomatoes that can be found this time of year. This is one of the many recipes he listed. (more…)
Italian Turkey Soup
Turkey soup may be the end of the line for turkey leftovers, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be boring! Here’s a tasty soup recipe found on www.epicurious.com that’s made with all your favorite summer veggies: zucchini, pepper, onion, carrot, and garlic. Enjoy! Serves 4. (more…)
Salsa Verde
Got tomatillos? Grab your favorite tortilla chips for dipping in the best homemade salsa verde recipe ever. This recipe, found on www.simplyrecipes.com, includes three methods for making this Mexican green salsa with roasted tomatillos, chile peppers, lime juice, cilantro, and onion. (more…)
Ground Beef and Veggies
The recipe serves 4 and can be accompanied with a simple rice or couscous. (more…)
Zuccanoes (aka Stuffed Zucchini)
Zuccanoes (stuffed zucchini) are an ultra filling vegetarian dinner with almonds, rice, savory veggies, and fresh herbs. This recipe is from the original Moosewood Cookbook and can also be found on the Kitschen Cat food blog. Serves 4-6. (more…)
Grandma Rifiei’s Zucchini Soup
A delicious and simple start to a down-home Italian meal. This recipe yields 4 servings. (more…)