Ghormeh Sabzi is a well-loved Iranian herb stew. This vegan version is loaded with black eyed peas rather than beef or lamb. Hajji Bektash Veli, my favorite thirteenth century Iranian mystic believed, as I do, that divine spirit, universal life force exists in all things natural — just not in plain sight. “For one who…
Biblical Barley and Herb Salad
It’s Whole Grains Month and I’m celebrating with this satisfying Middle Eastern barley and herb salad. Barley has a satisfying chew, is high in protein and out-fibers many other whole grains. Originally posted for Huffington Post on 05/30/2011 Meatless by the Book If you want to find justification in the Bible for any sort of behavior, it’s in…
Wild Rice Agrodolce
Agrodolce is a sweet and sour condiment sauce that is popular in Italian cooking. Wild Rice Agrodolce borrows some elements of that sweet and sour sauce. It has a touch of heat thanks to garlic and red pepper flakes, a touch of sweetness from currants, and brightness added by fresh herbs. The recipe comes from…
Hobo Stew
Hobo Stew or Mulligan Stew is a simple and versatile dish often made with whatever canned beans and veggies are on hand. My meatless version of hobo stew makes use of red lentils and is filled out with leafy greens and a handful of fresh herbs. Singing while you make it is optional, but highly…
Grilled Zucchini – Welcome to the Summer of Plant-Based Love
Summer harvest and summer grilling come together for a vegetarian summerfest in your mouth. Celebrate the summer of plant-based love with a plate full of grilled zucchini. Once upon a time — 1967, in fact — the youth of our nation converged on the Bay Area in what became known as the Summer of Love….
