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  • Changes, changes

    This blog has been in hibernation for more months than I want to admit, partly due to schedule demands and partly due to a major shift in eating. About 6 months ago I started to notice how s-l-o-w my metabolism had become and how little energy I had. Substitute sources for proteins in our mostly…

  • Everything Has a Season

    It’s been a long time since my last food post.  The school year was a lot more insane than I expected. Adrien’s “real” business efforts have picked up. And I learned a bit about my own nutrition. I’ve stopped avoiding meat and become more of a (with a nod to Mark Bittman) less-meat-atarian.  Being of…

  • 01 Oct 2011 Cauliflower Gratin with Tomatoes and Feta

    Adapted from Madison, D. Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone. (1997). New York: Broadway Books. p 281. My Comment: I seem to be having a bit of a time management problem these days – and our diet has suffered. The change of the calendar to October is hopefully going to provide some inspiration to reconnect with the important…

  • 25 Aug 2011 Shrimp & Avocado Salad

    Adapted from Moosewood Collective. Simple suppers: Fresh ideas for the weeknight table. (2005). New York: Clarkson Potter. p. 167. My Comment: I know, I know…. not strictly vegetarian. But once in a while I enjoy fish. Our CSA share this week included a bag of baby greens, garlic, and several beautifully ripe tomatoes. What could be…

  • 22 Aug 2011 Summer Panzanella

    Adapted from: Moosewood Collective. Simple suppers: fresh ideas for the weeknight table. (2005). New York: Clarkson Potter. p 108. My Comment: This is one of my favorite parts of the summer – when all  the tomatoes ripen at the same time 🙂 Not only do I have some heirloom tomatoes growing in my own garden, but…

  • 18 Aug 2011 Zucchini Tomato Curry

    Adapted from Meatless Monday: Zucchini Tomato Curry. Downloaded from the web on 08/16/2011. My Comment: Although this recipe filled our house with the delicious fragrance of cumin, coriander and ginger, the finished product – in my humble opinion – needs a tweak or two.  First of all, the zucchini rounds should be cut again so…

  • 09 Aug 2011 Eggplant Agnolotti With Tomato Sauce

    Adapted from Madison, D. Vegetarian cooking for everyone. (1997). New York: Broadway Books. p. 472. My Comments: After a summer hiatus, I hope we’re back into the routine of cooking together — lots of salads lately.  So, there I was with a giant eggplant from our CSA. Adrien & I have different views of eggplant: I would…

  • 25 Jul 2011 Rice Noodle Bowl with Broccoli & Bell Peppers

    Adapted from: Gadia, M. “Table for One“. Vegetarian Times (Vol. 36, No. 7). July/August 2010. P. 31. My Comment: This recipe was originally part of an article about cooking for one; sometimes I think cooking for just two is equally challenging.  It was easy to double – being a teacher I know my times tables…

  • 18 July 2011 Blue Cheese-Topped Mushroom Steaks over Arugala

    Adapted from: Riccardi, V. “20 ways to grill fruits and veggies.” Vegetarian Times. (Vol. 37, No. 6) July/August 2011. p 66. My Comment: It’s been actually hot here — not hot by New England standards, but H-O-T; and even though I like it that way, I don’t enjoy heating up the kitchen and then living with…

  • 08 July 2011 Naomi Pomeroy’s Quinoa with Sweet Peas & Sour Cream Dressing

    Adapted from Pomeroy, N. “Quinoa with sweet pea & sour cream dressing.”  Wall Street Journal Online: Slow Food Fast. (April 23, 2011). Downloaded from the web on 08 July 2011. My Comments: I love the texture and taste of quinoa and this slightly warmed dish seemed perfect for summer! Our CSA shares have included some…