Spring is the best time to appreciate the finest vegetables, and this pasta dish lets them strut their stuff. Veggies, paired with a vegan alternative to a buttery sauce, make a light, easy pasta dish with lots of flexibility.
Right now, I’m what you might call “between vacations”. Two weekends ago, the gentleman and I were in Barcelona, where we enjoyed our share of tapas, gin and wine. (There are some truly great gin bars there.) This past weekend, I trekked over to Wales to visit a friend there, and ate even more. Of…
St. Patrick’s Day may be gone for this year, but this bread is good year-round. It’s a bit sweet, chewy and stouty.
This easy vegetable miso is my vegetarian (and vegan!) answer to chicken soup. It’s noodle-free and packed with all the goodness of miso and fresh vegetables.
This chicken soup may not be as easy as one out of a can, but it’s certainly tastier, heartier and the best company on a sick day.
A photo round-up of what I cooked last week, from dairy-free hollandaise sauce to steak, plus a homemade pizza!
“Hello? Is it me you’re looking for?” This recipe sang to me as I browsed through my library of links. The gentleman and I made it into the kitchen with a lovely set of Manila clams, direct from Poole, via our favorite fishmonger. These clams needed something special – a clay statue in their honor,…
Roasted trout with herbes de provence is a simple way to serve a nice (and usually affordable) piece of fish.
I have a definite soft spot for homemade tomato sauce and pasta dinners. It was my favorite thing to eat as a kid, and now I love making it. This is a versatile meal for vegans or meat-eaters.
This completely dairy-free cake was light and full of flavor. It was also proof to me that I can bake for social gatherings, which is a reward in itself.