INGREDIENTS: Polenta 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 quarts vegetarian chicken broth 3 cups cornmeal 1 ounce vegan soy margarine 1/2 teaspoon dry oregano leaves Tomato Sauce 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3/4...Read More

INGREDIENTS: For tomato sauce: 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 pound plum tomatoes, finely chopped 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon sugar For squash blossoms: 1 cup whole-milk ricotta 1 large egg yolk 1/4 cup finely chopped mint 2/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, divided 12 to 16...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 to 4 medium leeks (about 1 1/2 pounds total), well rinsed, drained, and both white and light green parts chopped 1 large egg 1 tablespoon milk 2 medium potatoes (about 10 ounces), peeled and coarsely grated 3 tablespoons chopped Kalamata olives 1/3 cup grated kefalotyri (or Parmesan cheese) 2...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 12 oz. prepared pizza or bread dough 16 oz. container sour cream 1 lb. onions, diced (about 3-4 large onions, or 4-5 medium onions) 4 eggs, slightly beaten 4 oz. Schoch Family Farmstead Gouda, grated (or other cheese of your choice) 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 2 oz. butter (4 tablespoons) Salt and pepper,...Read More

This is a wonderful, flavorful dish to serve for brunch or a light dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 onions, cut in half and sliced thinly 2 medium potatoes, diced 12 eggs 3/4 cup half and half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled...Read More

“This is one of my family’s favorite brunch dishes.” ~ Catherine Barr INGREDIENTS: 4 cups broccoli, coarsely chopped 4 cups cauliflower, coarsely chopped 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup onions, chopped 2 cups breadcrumbs 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste. METHOD: Preheat oven to 325°F. Steam...Read More

Here’s a great dish for using the fresh whole wheat pasta available from Pensi Pasta! This makes a great vegetarian main course or you can add some grilled shrimp or leftover grilled steak for a heartier meal. INGREDIENTS: 1 pound whole-wheat spaghetti 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons canola oil...Read More

This is a simple dish that can be eaten hot or room temperature, as an appetizer or as a light main dish with a salad or soup. You can use other greens in this as well, such as arugula or spinach, and it is a great way to use greens that look less than perfect....Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms 3 tablespoons butter 1 small onion, chopped 1 lb. white button mushrooms, sliced in half 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (don’t substitute dry) Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 lb. fresh linguine pasta 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese METHOD: Soak porcini mushrooms in 3/4 cup warm water for...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons parsley, minced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup shallots, minced 3/4 cup tomato, chopped 2 tablespoons country-style Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups broccoli florets 2 cups cauliflower florets 8 ounces fresh linguine pasta 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated METHOD: Heal olive...Read More