This one-pot ratatouille recipe is a classic late summer vegetable ragout popular in Provence, France. Tomato, eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers are simmered with aromatics until softened and cooked until juices become jammy. Serve with a loaf of crusty bread and a hearty glass of red wine. INGREDIENTS: 1 small onion, diced 1 bell pepper,...Read More
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...Read More
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...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 4-6 pounds ripe, plum, or dry-farmed tomatoes, cored and chopped 2 carrots, minced 1/2 cup onions, minced 1 large bunch of flat-leaf parsley, chopped A fresh hot pepper, ribbed and seeds discarded OR 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional) Robust extra virgin olive oil Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon...Read More
This bright-flavored, gingery dressing wakes up kale salad in the best way. Also, try it as a topping or sauce for grain and vegetable bowls. INGREDIENTS: DRESSING 1/2 cup peeled, roughly chopped carrot (1 large carrot) 1 tablespoon minced white onion 3/4 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon coconut...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 large garlic cloves, chopped 4 – 6 cups water (or a combination of chicken, lamb, or vegetable stock mixed with half the water) 12 – 20 oz. chard (green, red, rainbow, or combination), chopped Sea salt Fresh ground...Read More
A riff on the Egyptian classic Ful Medames, a highly seasoned fava bean mash, this version is made with easier-to-find edamame. Edamame (fresh green soybeans) has been shown to lower LDL cholesterol. They can be found shelled in the freezer section of well-stocked supermarkets. This stew is great served with couscous, bulgur, or warm whole-wheat...Read More
Nutrient-dense winter root vegetables feature in this Indian-inspired stew. Slow cooking extracts the flavors of the vegetables that combine with evocative far-east spices and the rich, buttery mixture of cashews and tahini to create an exotic dish. Serve with brown basmati rice, fragrant jasmine rice, couscous, millet, or quinoa. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons mustard oil* or...Read More
This is a delicious and spicy stir-fry redolent with garlic and fresh basil. You’ll find Thai basil at KT Farms at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. Serve it with steamed jasmine rice and sweet-hot Thai chile sauce. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. kabocha pumpkin 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 10 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons crushed...Read More
