Monthly Archives: November 2009

I Ricchi e i Poveri (The Rich and the Poor)

This recipe makes an easy, flavorful, and health-conscious dinner.  The recipes I’ve seen usually only call for parsley and bay leaves to flavor the dish, but I modified the recipe to give it a little kick. Drain 1 can of … Continue reading

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It’s Chutney Time!

I love Indian chutneys, especially with Naan or other breads.  Last night I tried making a red onion chutney and an apple cranberry chutney which we tried this morning with potato pancakes made from leftover Thanksgiving mashed potatoes. Left: leftover … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Pie Soda

Today, while shopping for supplies at Axis Natural Foods, I stumbled upon a bottle of pumpkin pie soda.  Since pumpkin pie is one of my favorite foods, I thought it was worth a try.  It is definitely interesting! This soda … Continue reading

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Curried Cauliflower Pakoras

My “better half” had the day off today, and decided he was going to make something creative to go with dinner.  He dusted off our copy of Robin Robertson’s Vegan Planet and found a recipe for Curried Cauliflower Pakoras. The … Continue reading

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Routie Porc et Boeuf et Patate Jaune

A.K.A. Roasted Pork and Beef with Yellow Potatoes–Memere’s specialty.  I’m not a huge fan of beef or any sort of meat and potato meal, but this traditional French Canadian dinner is the exception!  The aroma of it cooking brings me … Continue reading

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Mom’s Veggie Art

When asked to bring “veggies & dip” to our Halloween gathering, this is the masterpiece my mother felt compelled to create.  What a sight!  The leftover cukes, tomatoes, and parsley have been chopped and made into a tabouleh salad.  The … Continue reading

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