Citrusy Carrot & Radish Salad
May 03, 2011

And now, I will recreate my reaction to my CSA basket delivery this week... [GROAN!] Radishes AGAIN! Jeez, Louise! I had to give away radishes...

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Simple Lemon Spinach
March 16, 2011

My family is part Lebanese, and my parents are two of the best cooks on the planet. Every few weeks when I was growing up,...

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Garlic-Balsamic Grilled Butternut
March 11, 2011

Butternut squash made me go "Meh [shrug]" until my pal Stacey told me she likes to cook hers on the grill. Hmmm... Sweet butternut squash...

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Cumin-Roasted Carrots
January 13, 2011

So here's a thing: I don't particularly like carrots. And I especially don't enjoy them raw. I'll eat them, but not with relish. Snap peas...

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Cocoa-Toasted Cauliflower (Paleo, Whole30)
January 11, 2011

It's not at all like eating chocolate, but Cocoa-Toasted Cauliflower is savory, roasted goodness. We're deep into cauliflower season in the northern hemisphere (I got...

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Sweet and Salty Broccoli Salad
December 13, 2010

My mom’s version of this salad was a summer-time staple at picnics and potlucks. Unfortunately, it included shredded cheese and store-bought mayo along with the...

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That Makes Me Blanch
December 04, 2010

Not this Blanche... Or this one...  Like this! I've shared my master technique for cooking massive amounts of vegetables with you before: my totally made up,...

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The Secret of Veggies: Steam + Saute
October 13, 2010

During our pre-workout chit-chat this morning, one of my gym buddies said he needs new veggie recipes to help him get the ol' diet cleaned-up...

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Italian Sausage and Eggplant Strata
July 27, 2010

Good things come to those who wait, and this while this dish may test your patience, you will be rewarded. Constructed with layers of tender...

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PA Eating: All-American Grill-Out
June 24, 2010

We're sneaking up on the next big summer holiday (hello, fireworks!), and I'll be returning to Pennsylvania once again for a swimming-and-cooking extravaganza with my...

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PA Eating: Crazy-Good Grill-Out
June 09, 2010

There are some foods that cause rifts between even the closest of hearts. Foods like mushrooms, olives, capers, and even celery can bring an otherwise...

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Belly Dance Beet Salad
May 27, 2010

My dad is of Lebanese heritage, and since I was a little girl, I've always been fascinated by belly dancers. The costumes! The finer cymbals!...

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