Appetizers, Blog, Vegetarian
My mother-in-law, Florence, has made jars of salsa for me each year for closer to twenty years, until last year. Last year I decided it was time for me to start making my own, using her recipe. The main difference between Mom’s recipe and mine is that I...
Blog, Pasta, Quick & Easy, Vegetarian
This is an easy Pesto recipe! Simply toss all of the ingredients in a food processor and process on low speed. A bit of pulsing the contents can help the basil work it’s way throughout the mixture a bit more easily too. Easy Pesto Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups (500...
Blog, Main Courses, Quick & Easy, Stir Fries, Vegetarian
My sister Linda introduced me to this Lo Mein dish, and my husband and I love it! The base for the recipe comes from No-Pain Lo Mein by Rachel Ray … and, of course, I’ve made it my own. See below. I’ve made both Kung Pao Chicken and rice, as well as...
Appetizers, Blog, Quick & Easy, Vegetarian
This is an usual combination that has a delightful flavour and texture! My friend Violet, who is both a vegan AND a gourmet chef, introduced me to this easy to make, beautiful looking and delicious appetizer. Easy to make, using store bought pesto and hummus, or take...
Appetizers, Blog, Dips, Quick & Easy, Vegetarian
A simple and tasty hummus made without tahini. Great with cut up pita, fresh veggies, crackers, etc. Ingredients for Hummus: 1 can (19 oz – 540 ml) chickpeas, drained 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup (60 – 80 ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60 ml) tahini (optional) 3+ garlic...
Blog, Quick & Easy, Sides, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Use as many or as few veggies as you desire for this dish. A great way to use up vegetables that may be close to the end of their life (still good but not so pretty :^). Be careful not to overcook – vegetables should be crisp though cooked when pulled from the...
