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Lemon Garlic Pasta

I THINK spring is actually here…we still may have some chilly days ahead of us here in the Upper Midwest, but my rhubarb is peeking up, asparagus is venturing forth, and I’ve worn shorts. (Although the shorts thing isn’t very indicative of the weather, since I’m hugely pregnant and am throwing off heat like a […]

Posted 11 April 2010 | pasta   simple dinners   vegetarian | Comments Off on Lemon Garlic Pasta Tagged: ,

Huevos Rancheros

Chef Rick Bayless is coming to town the weekend of April 17th. I’m a big fan – and more on these goings on later, but in the meantime, I’m in a Mexican state of mind. Huevos Rancheros, presented in single-serving crocks, seemed like the right mix of elegant casual for our weekend brunch. You can […]

Posted 29 March 2010 | breakfast   simple dinners   vegetarian | Comments (1) Tagged: , , ,

Easy ‘Spanish’ Rice

I’m sure this exact dish is probably not consumed anywhere in Spain – at least I haven’t seen it featured on Spain-On the Road Again with Gwyneth, Mark, Mario, and Claudia. But it is flavorful, fast, good for you, and cheap. Beans and rice are a popular staple around the world, a primary reason being […]

Posted 17 March 2010 | grains   simple dinners   vegetarian | Comments (2) Tagged: ,

Curly Kale and Potato Soup

Doesn’t this soup look warm and cozy? Ok, the photo may be just a bit out of focus, but I swear most of it is steam. I realize I may be alienating my new readership with two kale recipes in only twelve posts, but  I really want you and kale to get along. This is […]

Posted 08 March 2010 | simple dinners   soup   vegetarian | Comments (3) Tagged: , ,