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This recipe was adapted from one of my all-time favorite cookbooks, The Flavor of California: Fresh Vegetarian Cuisine from the Golden State, by Marlena Spieler. Don’t be shocked by the amount of garlic — the garlic cloves will soften and become very sweet and mellow after simmering. Serve individual tarts on a bed of lightly...
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Serve this spicy curry with warm naan, pita bread, or fragrant jasmine rice. INGREDIENTS: 1 large eggplant 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste (available at Indian markets) 2 teaspoons garam masala (or more to taste) 1 tomato, diced 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1...
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Serve this flavorful vegetable tart with a robust red wine and simple green salad for dinner, or as a brunch dish. INGREDIENTS: Crust: 2 cups flour 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup water 1 egg 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp coarse grind black pepper Filling: 1 small eggplant, cut in half lengthwise and...
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This is a fairly quick dish to assemble, especially if you have soffrito on hand. Since much of the flavor for this dish comes from the tomatoes and basil, be sure to use flavorful, ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Having a spritzer or atomizer for oil makes this dish easier to make. I recommend using...
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Here’s an inexpensive, traditional Southern dish to show off those flavorful late summer tomatoes you just discovered at the farmers market. Think of this like quiche or a savory tart and enjoy a small slice of tomato pie with a healthy salad and a big glass of iced tea! INGREDIENTS: One 9-inch deep dish pie...
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INGREDIENTS: 2 ounces butter 6 ounces onions, chopped 20 ounces cream 6 large eggs 8 ounces aged cheddar, grated* 8 ounces grilled carrots, chopped 8 ounces grilled eggplant, chopped 8 ounces grilled red peppers, chopped 8 ounces grilled summer squash, chopped Salt and pepper to taste METHOD: Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat oven-proof large baking...
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INGREDIENTS: 6-8 medium bell peppers, any color 1 cup onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup garlic, finely minced 1/2 cup olive oil, plus additional olive oil 1 cup white rice 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint 1/4 cup fresh chopped dill 1 cup chopped, peeled fresh tomatoes 2 cups water 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons...
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INGREDIENTS: 2 large eggplant 8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese 2 plum tomatoes 1 bunch fresh basil 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided Dressing 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Salt and pepper METHOD: Wash the eggplant and remove the ends. Cut the eggplant into 16...
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I love chunky vegetable braises where I treat the vegetables like meat, browning them and then cooking them in a modicum of liquid. This recipe lists zucchini, but you can use other summer squash just as easily. Just remember to cut them into asymmetric sizes. Use a roll cut for long squash, and for things...
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This savory tart features summer tomatoes at their best and is delicious and served warm or at room temperature. The recipe below makes two large tarts or one half sheet pan. Any leftovers warm beautifully for lunch the next day. Serve with a side salad and a glass of chilled white wine. INGREDIENTS: For Pastry:...
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