Monthly Archives: May 2012

Calling All Spicy Vegans: Thai Coconut-Curry Soba Noodles with Tofu

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

I know it’s a sin to be using frozen veggies when so many fresh vegetables are coming into season at the farmer’s market just around the corner, but forgive me… I’ve been out of town and I’m jet-lagged.  I modified … Continue reading →

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In Honor of National Burger Month…

Posted on May 29, 2012 by

I can’t let May come and go without recognizing its biggest honor: National Burger month.  Here is a quick journey through some of the best burgers I’ve had in D.C., the burgers I’ve made in the past year, and my … Continue reading →

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Vegan Chocolate Banana Pudding with Fresh Berries and Coconut Dark Chocolate Drizzle

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

I don’t know that you can call this dessert ”light” since the secret ingredient, avocado, is certainly a high-fat food.  However, unlike the saturated fat from the cream in your typical chocolate mousse, this dessert packs heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and loads … Continue reading →

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Salad on the Grill! Romaine Hearts with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Posted on May 24, 2012 by

Yesenia made these grilled romaine hearts for our Boo(z)k(e) Club last week and I liked them so much I hounded her for the recipe.  Although as you will see, I’m posting this more as a summer BBQ inspiration than a … Continue reading →

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Rockin’ the Casbah with a Moroccan Pigeon Pie

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

This recipe has been on my bucket list since January 1, when I set out to try to make new things.  However, the true inspiration came about a year ago during a day in Tangier, walking the narrow streets of … Continue reading →

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A Trip Down Wine Road: Sampling the Pinots of Anderson Valley

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

I’m on the West Coast this week for a much anticipated and truly special occasion– Dad and Kippy are getting married on Saturday, formal recognition of a togetherness of two people and two families that I think all involved have … Continue reading →

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Quinoa Pudding Breakfast Parfait

Posted on May 19, 2012 by

Another delicious, quick and healthy breakfast option! 1/3 cup cook quinoa 1 container (5.3 oz) vanilla or honey flavored Greek yogurt 2 tbsp light coconut milk 1/2 cup fresh berries 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon sweetener of choice … Continue reading →

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A Raspberry Chocolate Pie that Will Change Your Views on Healthy Desserts!

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

I think pie and I inherently think delicious buttery crust.   But sometimes I find myself shocked by how good desserts can taste without butter. This pie for instance, you’d never guess it was good for you.  But it is.  The … Continue reading →

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Eastern Market Inspiration for a Mother’s Day Feast

Posted on May 14, 2012 by

It was a beautiful weekend here in D.C.  Saturday  afternoon Courtney and I took Lila and Gwen for a walk to Eastern Market to shop for some fresh produce and find inspiration for a Mother’s Day feast.  Samples of these … Continue reading →

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I’ve Finally Tackled Tofu! {A Simple Trick and an Easy Vegan Stir-fry}

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

I’ve lamented (more than once) that cooking tofu does not come easily to me.  Well, this was momentous: I actually did it right.  I give credit to the fact that I “pressed” the tofu first (see below).  I then panfried … Continue reading →

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