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Category Archives: Veggies
Andalucian Asparagus
By Cat, April 27, 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Andalusia is the most southern part of Spain, notable for tapas – a broad selection of appetizers or ‘small plates’ – and fish/seafood. This dish is an example of a … Continue reading
Posted in Baked, Blanched, Bread, Fat or oil, Leafy Veggie, Sauteed, Vinegar
Tagged almonds, asparagus, bread, garlic, sherry vinegar
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Marinated Olives and Feta, Greek-Style
By Cat, April 27, 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I absolutely LOVE Greek food; I think I was a Greek in a previous life. One of the things I like most, is that much of the meal is a … Continue reading
Posted in Brined, Citrus, Dairy, Fat or oil, Herbs, Onion family, Raw
Tagged appetizer, feta cheese, garlic, lemon, olives, Pepper, rosemary, salad
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Spiced lamb chops, with couscous or kasha
By Cat, April 15, 2017 I love lamb chops – just about my favorite red meat – and I’m always on the lookout for new ways to flavor them. Lamb, like venison, has a gamey flavor so benefit from herbs … Continue reading
Posted in Fat or oil, Grain, Herbs, Lamb, Leafy Veggie, Onion family, Pseudo-grain, Sauteed, Spices, Steamed, Stove top, Vine veggies
Tagged allspice, cardamom, cayenne, cinnamon, couscous, fennel, garlic, kasha, lamb, onion, oregano, tomato
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Healing power of horseradish, and two tonics
By Cat, April 11, 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) One of my fondest memories of my Dad is how excited he got when one of the local farmers brought him a bunch of horseradish (after he retired and gardened … Continue reading
Posted in Citrus, Health, Herbs, Medicinal, Onion family, Root Veggie, Vinegar
Tagged apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, horseradish, hot peppers, lemon, onion, turmeric
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Chicken, with dried plums & peppers, Creole-style
By Cat, April 1, 1917 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) One of the odd things I truly love, is using fruit in a main dish, and this recipe is a prime example. Plums are a very healthful food with additional … Continue reading
Posted in Baked, Dried fruit, Fat or oil, Onion family, Poultry, Stock, broth, Stove top, Vine veggies
Tagged basil, bell pepper, broth, chicken, dried plums, garlic, onion, Pepper, red pepper flakes, thyme, tomatoes
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Sweet potato medallions, chickpea and greens salad
By Cat, April 1, 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Always on the lookout for something new and different to fix for dinner, I was intrigued by this recipe when I saw it featured in our local paper, the Daily … Continue reading
Posted in Alcohol, Avocado, Baked, beat/whisked, Citrus, Eggs, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Nut Butter, Nuts and seeds, Onion family, Pureed, Simmered, Soaked, Sprouted, Tossed
Tagged almonds, arugula, avocado, avocado oil, garbanzos, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, spring greens, sweet potato
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Chicken with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Olives
By Cat, March 2017 (photo, right, from Asado Argentina (2)) I’m getting tired of all my usual chicken recipes, so pulled down “365 Ways to Cook Chicken” recipe book from the shelf to see what might appeal to me. I … Continue reading
Posted in Alcohol, Citrus, Fat or oil, Herbs, Leafy Veggie, Olives, Poultry, Simmered, Stove top, Vine veggies
Tagged chicken, garlic, lemon, olives, parsley, shallot, sun-dried tomatoes, wine
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Green Spring Pilaf
By Cat, Mar 30, 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I used to eat a lot of rice, especially as risotto, but then cut way back after learning that rice, especially brown rice, is heavily contaminated with arsenic, which is a … Continue reading
Posted in Fat or oil, Grain, Herbs, Legumes, Nuts and seeds, Onion family, Sauteed, Soaked, Spices, Steamed, Stock, broth, Vine veggies
Tagged asparagus, butter, chili flakes, dill, garam masala, garlic, leeks, lima beans, pistachios, rice, stock, wild rice
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Sticky ginger chicken
By Cat, Mar 2017 (photo, right, from Lisa’s Project Vegan blog (2) I’m always on the lookout for new, quick chicken recipes, and I’m also looking for ways to add fresh spices like ginger and turmeric to my meals; this recipe … Continue reading
Posted in Brined, Fat or oil, Grain, Marinated, Nuts and seeds, Onion family, Poultry, Spices, Steamed, Stove top
Tagged chicken, ginger, molasses, rice, sesame seeds, sugar, tamari
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Benefits of Specific Ingredients in Raw Juices
By Cat, March 2017 followed by frequent updates (photo, right, from Wikipedia, but I lost the link) Many different fruits and veggies provide incredible benefits for raw juices; and not just fruits & veggies, but also herbs, spices and mushrooms … Continue reading
Posted in Extract, Fruit, Fungi, Health, Herbs, Juiced, Medicinal, Nuts and seeds, Raw, Spices, Sprouted, Veggies
Tagged apple, arugula, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, celery, chard, chlorella, cilantro, cucumber, dandelion, escarole, garlic, ginger root, grapefruit, kale, lemon, lime, mushrooms, nuts, orange, parsley, peppers, radish, spinach, sunflower seeds, turmeric, watercress, wheatgrass
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