Vegetarian

Quick Oven Roasted Tomatoes

Part of our Greek menu. Tomatoes, tossed with garlic, fresh thyme, and spices, then roasted in a high-heated oven until super tender and bursting with intense, concentrated flavor. Use as a side dish; tossed in pasta or soup; or served bruschetta-style on top of your...

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Greek Menu

We split our exploration of Greek dishes over two nights. All 4 recipes were delicious! Briam - traditional Greek roasted vegetablesSpanakopita - spinach "pita"Salmon kabobsQuick oven-roasted tomatoes

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Miso Soup

This is a "shortcut" recipe but still easy and flavorful. Start to finish under 30 minutes. 4 cups broth8 oz silken or firm tofu, drained2-3 scallions4 T red or white miso pasteDried seaweed Cut the tofu into very small cubes, 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch on each side. Slice...

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Lentil Salad with Olives, Mint & Feta

Serves 4-6. to prepare lentils: 1 hour; prep salad 15 minutes; start to finish 1 1/2 hours. Salad can be prepared in 1/2 hour if you use pre-cooked lentils. In that case, skip to final 4 steps. 1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsedSalt and pepper6 cups water2 cups...

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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

A combination I would not have thought of, but it works. Thanks, Jeremy!Start to finish: 30 minutes +/- 1 T olive oil 1 T butter1/2 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 16-oz box small pasta (bow ties, elbow noodles, etc.)1 large...

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Fried Rice with Greens

Fried rice works best with cold/leftover rice, so if possible, make the rice the day before (or when making rice for another dish, make some extra). Serves 4-5. With cooked rice, start to finish: 30 min +/- Approx 3 1/2 cups cooked rice (or 1 cup short grain rice,...

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Classic Tomato Soup

You'll find most of the ingredients to make this classic in your pantry. Goes great with grilled cheese, of course. Start to finish in about a half hour.Serves 6. 2 T olive oil1 onion, diced1 whole leek, washed and sliced1 tsp minced fresh garlic2 (28-ounce) cans...

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Penne all’Arrabbiata

An uncomplicated, full-of-flavor pasta dish with tomato sauce and cheese, but red pepper flakes give the sauce a delicious kick. Start to finish 30 minutes. 3 tablespoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 more tablespoons ½ cup tomato paste 1...

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