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Orecchiette with Broccoli, Garlic, and Pine Nuts

Orecchiette with Broccoli, Garlic, and Pine Nuts

I think orecchiette are an under-appreciated pasta shape. Everyone has their favorite, but I don’t think these are at the top of the list for many people. That’s a shame. It’s a wonderful shape, if you can find the right sauce or recipe, and this one...

Vegan Lemon Tart

We found this lemon tart recipe and made a few iterations until we found the perfect combination for a smooth, lemony tart that will work great as a light ending to robust meal. If you’re looking for a fruity, vegan dessert, but this is not it, try: Blueberry...
Grilled Sweet Potato Kebabs

Grilled Sweet Potato Kebabs

The great thing about this dish is you can choose a spice, they are both great, it just depends on what might go with the other flavors of your meal. If it has other mediterranean flavors, use cumin. If you’re serving it alongside roasted fowl, try cinnamon. We...

Vegan Fruit Tart

This is a great mid-summer dessert when fresh berries and peaches are both widely available at farmers’ markets. Use plant-based butter and milk to keep it vegan I used raspberries, blueberries, and peaches, but you could easily use strawberries, blackberries,...
Mushroom Wellington

Mushroom Wellington

We tried several different wellington recipes, and many came out quite bland. This one has a lot of ingredients and seasonings, and we were rewarded with a flavorful, hearty wellington that more closely mimicked real beef wellington. I wanted to use soy-based whipping...