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Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil, and Spinach Frittata and an Egg Blog Hop

July 6, 2012July 6, 201239 Comments

Tomato, mozzarella, and basil comprises one of my all-time favorite flavor combinations. It always makes for a reliable panini, is perfect served on its own as an appetizer, and is fun to play around with (as in here, here, and here). Combine this with the fact that I’ve been obsessed with my new cast iron pan (as evidenced here and here) and it was only a matter of time before this frittata came about. Of course, one of the things I so adore about frittatas, like omelets, is their versatility so really and truly you can put anything you have on hand into this baked egg breakfast. Here I’ve added fresh spinach for nutrition and flavor!

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Roasted (or Grilled!) Asparagus for #SundaySupper

July 1, 2012July 1, 201254 Comments

With Independence day on Wednesday, this week’s Sunday Supper is appropriately themed “4th of July cookout fun! Could be favorite foods on the grill, salads or desserts.” While my cheese-stuffed burgers would make the perfect entree, I could easily eat an entire platter of roasted asparagus and by just as happy. As I’ve said time and again, roasting is one of my favorite methods for cooking vegetables as it brings out beautiful flavor in them. As usual, I prefer simplicity: just some olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Once they’re done, sprinkle on some freshly grated parmesan and you have yourself an incredible side for just about any meal. I usually roast them, but they are beautiful on the grill as well and make an awesome addition to any barbecue.

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American Rice Salad for World on a Plate + Vintage Cookbook Love

June 24, 2012June 23, 201221 Comments

I adore cookbooks and have a particular affinity for vintage editions. I love the insight that you get into a time and place from its recipes, the similarities and differences between now and then, the foods and ingredients that were in vogue. I recently discovered an absolute treasure trove: the Library of Congress digital collection of American Church, Club and Community Cookbooks from the late 19th and early 20th century. Dozens of cookbooks from organizations around the country are available in full and online for your reading pleasure – you can even download them for free onto your tablet!

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Portobello Mushroom Stacks and a Mushroom Blog Hop

June 22, 2012June 21, 201232 Comments

If you are looking for a simple, vegetarian, weeknight meal that celebrates the bounty of summer, then look no further. These gluten free Portobello Mushroom Stacks (I almost called them Neopolitan Stacks – what do you think?) are a more elegant, slightly deconstructed, veggie-packed take on eggplant parmesan, minus the eggplant. If I remember correctly (it’s all getting a little fuzzy…) the vegetarian option at my wedding was something similar, and I love the idea of just throwing together a bunch of vegetables, tomato sauce, and fresh mozzarella for dinner. While it’s quick enough for a weeknight, I think it’s also pretty enough for entertaining. It’s also filling enough that even meat eaters shouldn’t complain too much.

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Yoga and Flavored Water for a Move in Progress

June 21, 201216 Comments

Today I have something exciting and a little different for you. A guest post by one of my very best friends and all time favorite yoga teachers, Alex Phelan, with some correlating recipe inspiration from me. Alex and I first met over 10 years ago when we studied abroad together in India, sharing a room, a host mother, and lots of adventures. Since then she’s returned to India to live and now, back in New York, is one of the most talented yoga teachers I have ever encountered. I’m no yogi, but I do try to practice at least once a week and I’ve had my fair share of yoga instructors over the years. I’m not joking when I say that Alex is my all time favorite teacher, and not just because we’re friends. Rather than giving vague instructions, Alex is able to explain things in a way that makes sense, and her soft touch is enough to put any askew muscles in the right place.

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Bulgur Salad with Pomegranate Molasses

June 19, 2012October 30, 201218 Comments

Nearly two months later, I still can’t stop thinking about our trip to Istanbul. The flavors have seeped into my repertoire, influencing how I approach ingredients and combinations. This simple bulgur salad with pomegranate molasses quickly transports me back to the enchanting city on the Bosphorus, where my husband and I took a Turkish cooking class with Selin Rozanes through her company Turkish Flavours. Check out the article I wrote about it here, and another related one hereÂ (both have recipes!).

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Som Ta â€“ Green Papaya Salad and a South Asian-Inspired Blog Hop

June 15, 2012June 15, 201228 Comments

When Liz and I saw green papayas at Tel Avivâ€™s Carmel Market, I knew two things: That I had to have one, and that I would make Som Ta (Thai Green Papaya Salad) with it. Although I have yet to visit Thailand (itâ€™s on the top of my massive travel bucket list!), this salad is one of my favorite things to order at Thai restaurants. Fresh, shredded green papaya is tossed with tomatoes, string beans, chili pepper, and a sweet and savory dressing for an insanely addictive starter or side.

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Healthy Baked Chicken Recipe with Flax Seeds

June 13, 201227 Comments

This is one of those rare recipes that are easy, delicious, quick, and healthy. I know! Iâ€™ve been obsessed with protein-rich flax seeds lately, which I typically put in my oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies in the morning. I got to thinking about how to incorporate it into my dinners and came up with this simple breaded, baked chicken breast. I used a mixture of bread crumbs and ground flax seeds so it wouldnâ€™t be too heavy, and the result was just perfect, and somewhat akin to pecan-crusted chicken in texture.

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Asian Lettuce Wraps

June 4, 2012February 11, 201719 Comments

This is a first for me: Two posts in one day! Ay-yay-yay. But hopefully you’ll have as much with both of them as I have! Although I usually have a tough time picking a recipe for the Secret Recipe Club, this month it was no contest. These Asian Lettuce Wraps called to me. Not that Veronica’s Cornucopia doesn’t have a million recipes that I want to try – I’ve bookmarked this Watermelon and Black Bean Salsa, Avocado Chocolate Pudding, and General Tso’s Chicken, to name a few. But I’ve had Asian Lettuce Wraps on the brain for a while and these looked just perfect. I was thrilled to be assigned Veronica’s Cornucopia this month – please stop by and check out her gorgeous blog if you haven’t already! Continue reading “Asian Lettuce Wraps” →

Guest Post: Fattoush Salad

June 4, 2012February 12, 201714 Comments

I have a special treat for you today! Actually, two special treats. I don’t think I’ve done this in the history of my blog, but today I will be double posting. I may have, er, double booked myself slightly. First up is this fattoush salad recipe and a guest post over at the wonderful Ang Sarap. If you haven’t visited Raymund’s incredible blog, then I highly recommend you head over there right now. Originally from the Philippines and living in New Zealand, Raymund makes wonderful, inspiring recipes from around the world. He’s introduced me to many new dishes, and I always love his spin on familiar ones. It doesn’t hurt that his photography is stunning as well!

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