January 2008
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smokey bisque, tangy turnips & a sweet salad.
This bisque was inspired by my love for all the things in it. I cook eggplant often and I feel as though Ive prepared it every way possible… besides this one. The garlic and lentils make the soup taste almost smoky.
Roasted Garlic & Eggplant Bisque
1 (1 1/2 lb) Eggplant, cut lengthwise into 8 pieces1 head Garlic2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt & fresh ground pepper 1...
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rich peanut curry.
This dish is a toothsome marriage of textures & flavors. The sauce is rich with a slight kick to it and the carrots, sprouts and scallions lend a nice crunch to the creamy noodles.
Peanut Curry
3/4 lb Whole Wheat Spaghetti or Buckwheat Soba Noodles 1 1/2 Tbsp Red Curry Paste 1/2 cup Smooth Peanut Butter 1 tsp Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp fresh Lime Juice 1/3 cup Vegetable Stock 1/4 cup...
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moroccan bean stew.
My Mama used to be married to a Moroccan man that was an amazing cook. One of my favorite dishes that he would make was a rich tangy slightly sweet stew. His version had oxtail in it so I took the necessary liberties in order to make it equally as delicious vegan. I serve it atop baked yams or sweet potato but brown rice or flat bread would be just as good..just pick something hearty to hold up...
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making a starter.
My breads were not turning out exactly the way I wished and there was one thing that I continued to feel insecure about- the packet of yeast. I didnt trust it, so I decided to grow my own. I started out with a big glass jar.Inside, I placed a cup of water and one cup of whole wheat flour and stirred. Thats it- thats the beginning of a starter. I covered my jar with a clean cotton kitchen towel...