What a magnificent trip this was! David and I just got back last month from Sicily where we were honored to co-host Oldways 2018 Sicily Culinaria Mediterranean trip! This was our first trip with Oldways, a non-profit food and nutrition organization whose mission it is to improve public health through cultural food traditions and lifestyles and simply inspire good health ... Read More »
Golden Apple Pie (Vegan)
I love apples, especially in my dessert, so there is no limit to how many I could create! This Golden Apple Pie is the vegan version of my French Apple Tart. I am amazed that it is almost as rich tasting as my original, which already was nutritious and delicious. The crust is made with white whole wheat flour which is light and delicate but still rich in fiber and white wine ... Read More »
Sweet Brown Rice Butternut Squash Risotto
Nothing like a rich-tasting risotto for comfort food! Of course this is no typical risotto because this one will also love you back, so double comfort here!! The sweetness of the butternut squash blends beautifully with the brown rice and the simmering white wine (listen in the little clip below to that wonderful sizzling sound as I pour the wine ....ahhhhhh!). Then, a touch ... Read More »
Tuscan Bean Spinach Pasta
This is a throw-everything-in-the-pot kind of dish that you make 15 minutes before you sit down to dinner! It is filled with spinach and whatever other greens you would like (I love baby arugula in particular) and the beans blend in perfectly with the white wine to create an almost creamy sauce (just take a look at the photo, amazing, right?!). I like to serve it over ... Read More »
Cuisinicity video: Mediterranean Barley Stew
The vegetarian or vegan (depending on the wine you choose) version of my classic Turkey Bean Pot-au-Feu, a hearty Provençal stew that simmers slowly and fills your kitchen with wonderful aromas! Here is the recipe: ... Read More »
Tuscan White Bean Soup
This may well be my very favorite soup. It's hard to just declare that because I love all my soups, but all right, I'll just say it--It's just perfect! That little touch of white wine just makes this soup divine! I have recently updated this recipe to include whatever favorite "greens" you like, right before you are about to serve it. I especially love this soup with fresh ... Read More »
Galette with Caramelized Onions, Tomatoes & Goat Cheese
Made with my rustic savory galette crust, this is wonderful as an appetizer because you can slice it and eat it with your fingers--no need for silverware here! I use my Simply Cipollini and my Simply oven-dried tomatoes with a little fresh goat cheese (I use a full-fat rich flavorful one but use it sparingly-- a little goes a long way!), fresh thyme as there you have it! ... Read More »
Turkey Bean Pot-au-Feu
A pot-au-feu is one of those French family favorite feel-good comfort stews (typically made with beef) that simmers slowly in the oven or in a slow-cooker for a long time and fills the whole house with wonderful smells. I make mine with turkey (you can also make it with chicken, see my tip below) and lots of beans and it's absolutely divine! I love to cook it in a slow-cooker ... Read More »
Turkey Bean Pot-au-Feu (leftover version)
A pot-au-feu is one of those French family favorite feel-good comfort stews that simmers slowly in the oven or in a slow-cooker for a long time and fills the whole house with wonderful smells. I have adapted it here from my original recipe to use with your leftover turkey from thanksgiving. What's so nice about it is that no matter what leftover turkey you have on hand, it ... Read More »
Creamy Farro White Bean Risotto
Farro is a whole grain that has long been used in Meditarreanean cooking. Its nutty richness blends beautifully with the white wine and small beans in this simple risotto and the addition of organic soy milk gives it a rich creaminess. I think of this risotto as a protein-rich side dish with Grilled Veggies or sautéed mushrooms, spinach, kale, red chard, butternut squash, the ... Read More »
