I once read that lentils are the “Ms. Congeniality” of the bean world. I couldn’t agree more. I’ve made them about 20 different ways and they’re always hearty and tasty. Loaded with protein, low in fat and quick – a healthy eating trifecta.
For this recipe I used red lentils. They don’t hold their shape and [...]
Posted on June 3rd, 2009 by pollee
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Caramelized onions are one of the easiest and most delectable food items ever. All you need is time. And most Americans don’t have that ingredient but I won’t wax poetic about it here. Watch a video on how to caramelize onions.
This dish is a beautiful, rich green color and the flavor combination is out of [...]
Posted on February 21st, 2009 by pollee
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I created this using leftover artichoke dip as a base for the stuffing. YUM. Bonus: turkey breasts are often less expensive than chicken breasts. Stuffing portobello mushrooms would also work well.
There are a number of variations depending on what you’ve got around. No artichokes? No problem. Use spinach and jalapenos instead. Or mushrooms, or [...]
Posted on January 11th, 2009 by pollee
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This one is for you, Jill E. A meatless little gem I originally learned about in the esteemed Moosewood Cookbook. I veered from Mollie a bit and came up with this concoction.
The patties seem to cook best when diameter is 2-3 inches and are great scene shifters. If they were a theater [...]
Posted on June 20th, 2008 by pollee
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We recently traveled to our former hometown, Juneau, AK, for our friends Bret and Jorden’s wedding. It was a grand affair and the food was created with love by family and friends. My friend Sarah and I were COMPLETELY OBSESSED with our pal Simon’s Pasta Salad and he was gracious enough to share [...]
Posted on June 14th, 2008 by pollee
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