Kichadi (Indian rice and lentils)

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Kichadi is an East Indian dish that features rice and either mung beans or lentils, and a variety of spices and vegetables. Everything is slowly cooked into a soft stew. Considered an Indian comfort food, kichadi is easy to prepare, can be made all in one pan or pot, and makes great leftovers. Ingredients water [...]

Roasted Carrot & Fennel Soup

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This is a simple yet artful soup. While many pureed carrot soups call for ginger or curry, fennel, whose foliage, seeds and bulb can all be eaten, infuses the delicate aroma and flavor of anise (reminiscent of licorice and tarragon). As an added bonus, the carrots add a natural saltiness. Ingredients 8 large carrots cut [...]

Mushroom-Basil Au Gratin

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This dish is based on traditional au gratin potatoes, but without the cheese, milk, butter and flour. Along with the potatoes, thin layers of mushroom and onion are stacked with fresh chard and basil. A few cashews make the sauce rich and creamy. 4-5 large Yukon potatoes, sliced thinly 8 large white or crimini mushrooms, [...]

Ginger-garlic “No-Chicken” Salad

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This special salad calls for extra-firm tofu in place of chicken. When baked at high heat, the tofu browns and becomes quite dense, with a texture similar to chicken. The addition of roasted garlic and fresh ginger provides a powerful boost of flavor. 10-oz. package of extra firm tofu 1 cup apple juice (or juice [...]

Potato Scramble

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This colorful scramble is a hearty and delicious breakfast dish. Included with the potatoes are navy beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and collard greens. Since there is no oil in this dish, the potatoes are baked first to make them crisp. Top with homemade, salt-free ketchup or lemon-tahini sauce. 5-6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes 1 bell pepper, [...]