Thursday, December 31, 2020

New Year's Eve 2020

New Year's Eve 2020 

Teppanyaki
 ...with chicken, shrimp, fish balls, Sweet Earth Chile Green Chile Chedd'r Sausage, and halloumi
 ...with crimini mushrooms, red onion, zucchini, and eggplant
 ...with hoisin sauce, barbecue sauce, and French dressing
Cellophane Noodles in Red Miso Broth
Redux: fruit cake

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Eventide Fish Chowder OR Redux: Cauliflower Cake

Eventide Fish Chowder OR Redux: Cauliflower Cake
Roasted Zucchini
Walnut and Fig Bread
Redux: Fruit Cake

Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Pizzas

Pizzas
 ...with loaded nachos
 ...with pineapple and plant-based pepperoni
Salad with Apple, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

New: Vegetarian Loaded Nachos with Pinto Beans (based on Loaded Nachos by Sam Sifton, in "Super Bowl 50 Playbook Calls for Loaded Nachos," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: February 2, 2016)

Monday, December 28, 2020

Fresh Corn Ravioli with Herb Cream Sauce

Fresh Corn Ravioli with Herb Cream Sauce
Sautéed Swiss Chard with Onions

Made by... Anja and Norbert (ravioli and sauce)

New: Fresh Corn Ravioli with Herb Cream Sauce (by Lindsay, loveandoliveoil.com. Published: July 24, 2012)

Sunday, December 27, 2020

The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings Movie Marathon Menu

The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings Movie Marathon Menu

 Roasted Vegetables
 ...button mushrooms, pearl onions, carrots, and potatoes
Plant-Based or Chicken Sausages
Cheese
Lembas Bread
Redux: Spotted Dick with Crème Anglaise

Made by... Anja and Maxime (all)

Saturday, December 26, 2020

Buttermilk-Brine Roast Chicken OR Redux: Butternut Squash and Fondue Pie With Pickled Chiles

Buttermilk-Brine Roast Chicken
OR Redux: Butternut Squash and Fondue Pie With Pickled Chiles
Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke Soup
Beet Salad with Mandarin Orange and Parsley
Wild Rice with Dried Cherries and Scallions
Spotted Dick with Crème Anglaise

Made by... Anja (spotted dick); Maxime (crème Anglaise); Anja and me (beet salad and rice)

New: Butternut-Brine Roast Chicken (by Samin Nosrat, "The Single Most Important Ingredient," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: April 25, 2017); Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke Soup (by Janna Gur,  The Book of New Israeli Food. New York:Schocken Books, 2007)

Friday, December 25, 2020

Butternut Squash and Fondue Pie With Pickled Chiles

Butternut Squash and Fondue Pie With Pickled Chiles
Redux: Red Wine Short Ribs of Beef
Green Beans with Red Onions and Lemon
Oat Rolls
Redux: Blueberry Pie

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (pie and green beans); Anja and me (rolls)

New: Butternut Squash and Fondue Pie With Pickled Chiles (by Yotam Ottolenghi, in "Fondue Flavor, But Make it Pie," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: October 14, 2019)

Thursday, December 24, 2020

Veggie Shepherd's Pie OR Red Wine Short Ribs of Beef

Veggie Shepherd's Pie OR Red Wine Short Ribs of Beef
Sweet and Smoky Brussels Sprouts
Simple Crusty Bread
Redux: Blueberry Pie

Made by... Anja and me (shepherd's pie); Maxime ( Brussels sprouts)

Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Delivery

Delivery... from Luke's Online Marketeberry
 ...lobster rolls and blueberry pie
 ...with gratitude to the Korpics!

Stir Fried Nappa Cabbage with Carrots

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Braised Chicken Thighs OR Seitan with Greens and Olives

Braised Chicken Thighs OR Seitan with Greens and Olives
Simple Crusty Bread

New: Braised Chicken Thighs with Greens and Olives (by Colu Henry, NYTimes Cooking); Simple Crusty Bread (Recipe from Jeff Hertzberg and Zoë François, adapted by Nick Fox, "Soon the Bread Will Be Making Itself," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: November 21, 2007)

Monday, December 21, 2020

Kimchi and Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Kimchi and Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese
Salad with Apple, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Kimchi and Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Sunday, December 20, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs

Fresh Pasta with Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs
 ...with fettucine
Sautéed Broccoli, Carrots, and Onion

Made by... Norbert (pasta)

New: Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs (by Kay Chun, NYTimes Cooking)

Saturday, December 19, 2020

Tacos and Burritos Two Ways

Tacos and Burritos Two Ways
 ...with ground turkey or Beyond Beef Ground
Salad with Apple, Pomegranate Arils, Toasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

Regular: Tacos

Friday, December 18, 2020

One-Pot Smoky Fish OR Seitan Strips with Olives and Couscous

One-Pot Smoky Fish OR Seitan Strips with Olives and Couscous
Warm Cabbage Salad with Apples and Walnuts
Redux: Chocolate Ice Cream
 ...with Roasted Walnuts, Chocolate Chips, Cherries, and Caramel Sauce

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Thursday, December 17, 2020

Red Beans and Rice, Southern Style, Meat OR Vegan

Red Beans and Rice, Southern Style, Meat OR Vegan
Sautéed Broccoli di Ciccio
Short Grain Brown Rice

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Chicken OR Paneer Casserole with Dried Fruit

Chicken OR Paneer Casserole with Dried Fruit
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard with Onions
Fruit Cake

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Burgers Two Ways

 Burgers Two Ways
 ...with turkey patties
 ...with black-bean patties
 ...with optional sautéed onions, avocado, tomato, pickles, and cheese
Salad with Satsuma Mandarins, Pomegranate Arils, Roasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Regular: Burgers

Monday, December 14, 2020

Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas

Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas

Made by... Anja and Maxime (all)

New: Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas (by Cookie and Kate)

Sunday, December 13, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) with Coconut Red Curry with Tofu

Fresh Ramen(ish) with Coconut Red Curry with Tofu
Roasted Butternut Squash and Radicchio
Fruit Cake

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, December 12, 2020

Friday, December 11, 2020

Spicy White Bean Stew with Broccoli Rabe

Spicy White Bean Stew with Broccoli Rabe
Sautéed Green Beans with Balsamic Vinegar
Latkes
Apple Sauce*

Made by... Anja and me (stew and latkes)

Thursday, December 10, 2020

(Almost) My Mother's Curry

(Almost) My Mother's Curry
 ...with chicken
 ...with tofu and eggs
Teriyaki Roasted Sugar Pie Pumpkin, Cabbage, and Leeks
Udon Noodles*

Regular: curry

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Baked Rice with White Beans, Leeks and Lemon

Baked Rice with White Beans, Leeks and Lemon
Golden and Red Beets
Sautéed Beet Greens
Yogurt Sauce with Garlic, Ginger, Chili and Indian Spices

New: Baked Rice with White Beans, Leeks and Lemon (by Ali Slagle, NYTimes Cooking)

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Tuna Steaks Moroccan Style OR Redux: Chana Masala

Tuna Steaks Moroccan Style OR Redux: Chana Masala
Sabanekh bel Tamatem wal Loz (Spinach with Tomatoes and Almonds)
Roz bel Balah (Rice with Dates)

New: Roz bel Balah (Rice with Dates) (by Claudia Roden,  The New Book of Middle Eastern Food. New York: Knopf, 2009)

Monday, December 7, 2020

Traditional Couscous Soup

Traditional Couscous Soup

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Traditional Couscous Soup (by Janna Gur,  The Book of New Israeli Food. New York:Schocken Books, 2007)

Sunday, December 6, 2020

Pasta with Cauliflower, Spicy Tomato Sauce and Capers

Pasta with Cauliflower, Spicy Tomato Sauce and Capers
 ...with fresh spaghetti
Pan-Fried Shrimp OR Sweet Earth Green Chili Chedd'r Sausages

Made by... Norbert (fresh pasta)

Saturday, December 5, 2020

Crisp Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Brown Butter

Crisp Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Brown Butter
Sweet Earth Green Chili Chedd'r Sausage
Applegate Organics Spinach & Feta Sausage
Redux: Cranberry Orange Cookies

Made by... Anja and me (all)

New: Crisp Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Brown Butter (by Ali Slagle in NYTimes Cooking)

Friday, December 4, 2020

Miso-Roasted Vegetables and Tofu

Miso-Roasted Vegetables and Tofu
 ...with butternut squash, zucchini, pearl onions, crimini mushroom, and red bell pepper
Jasmine Rice and Quinoa
Cranberry Orange Cookies

Made by... Anja and me (veg and tofu, and cookies)

New: Cranberry Orange Cookies (by Mordavia on allrecipes.com)

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Pan-Fried Cod with Green Bell Pepper and Shiitake Mushrooms

Pan-Fried Cod with Green Bell Pepper and Shiitake Mushrooms
Kuri Squash Soup
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Cauliflower Curry

Cauliflower Curry
 ...with chickpeas
Roasted Parsnips and Carrots
Whole Wheat Naan*

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Cauliflower Curry

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Cheesy Eggplant and Rigatoni Bake

Cheesy Eggplant and Rigatoni Bake
Roasted Acorn Squash

Made by... Anja and me (Cheesy Eggplant and Rigatoni Bake)

New: Cheesy Eggplant and Rigatoni Bake (by Sue Li, NYTimes Cooking)

Monday, November 30, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Salad with Sliced Apple, Pomegranate Arils, Goat Cheese, and Sunflower Seeds

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Sunday, November 29, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Teriyaki Tofu and/or Sliced Fish Cake

Ramen(ish) with Teriyaki Tofu and/or Sliced Fish Cake
 ...in red miso broth with scallions
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, November 28, 2020

Spanish Tortilla with Winter Greens and Garlic

Spanish Tortilla with Winter Greens and Garlic
Green Beans and Carrots
Redux: Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings and Chocolate Ice Cream

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Friday, November 27, 2020

Redux Plus: Thanksgiving 2020

Redux Plus: Thanksgiving 2020

Redux: Grilled Turkey
Redux: Cauliflower Cake
Redux: Cointreau Sweet Potatoes with Pecans
Redux: Cranberry Sauce with Dates and Oranges
Redux: Gravy Two Ways
 ...mushroom or turkey
Redux: Buttermilk-Rye Rolls
Redux: Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings with Chocolate Ice Cream

Green Beans and Carrots

Made by... Anja and me (veg)

Thursday, November 26, 2020

Thanksgiving 2020

Thanksgiving 2020

Grilled Turkey
Cauliflower Cake
Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts and Cream
Cointreau Sweet Potatoes with Pecans
Cranberry Sauce with Dates and Oranges
Gravy Two Ways
 ...mushroom or turkey
Buttermilk-Rye Rolls
Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings with Chocolate Ice Cream

Made by... Norbert (turkey); Maxime (ice cream); Anja and me (cauliflower cake, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, turkey gravy, rolls, and puddings)

New: Buttermilk-Rye Rolls (by King Arthur Flour, Whole Grain Baking. Woodstock, VT: Countryman Press, 2006); Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings (by Melissa Clark in "A Sweet, Simple Menu of Thanksgiving Recipes for Two," in New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: November 16, 2020)

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Borlotti Bean and Pasta Soup

Borlotti Bean and Pasta Soup
Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes and Broccoli

Monday, November 23, 2020

Vegetable Paella with Seitan Chorizo and Chickpeas

Vegetable Paella with Seitan Chorizo and Chickpeas
Butternut Squash Soup with Cider Cream

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Vegetable Paella with Seitan Chorizo and Chickpeas (based on, "Vegetable Paelaa with Chorizo," by Kay Chun in NYTimes Cooking)

Sunday, November 22, 2020

Lo Mein Two Ways

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Lo Mein Two Ways
...with chicken, fish balls, and yau choy
 ...with braised tofu, quail eggs, and yau choy
Stir-Fried Choy Sum

Made by... Anja (choy sum); Anja and me (noodles)

Saturday, November 21, 2020

Pizza Two Ways

Pizza Two Ways
 ...mac' attack pizza (pizza with macaroni and cheese)
 ...with crimini mushrooms, green bell peppers, and red onion
Escarole and Edamame Salad
Redux: Tomato Soup Spice Cake

Made by... Anja and me (all)

New: mac' attack pizza (macaroni and cheese based on "The Best Stovetop Mac and Cheese," by Gimme Some Oven)

Regular: pizza

Ramen(ish) Two Ways

Ramen(ish) Two Ways
 ...with Salmon Teriyaki and Mussels in Dashi
 ...with Eggs and Shiitake Mushrooms inRed Miso Broth
Gailan with Mushroom-Soy Sauce

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Thursday, November 19, 2020

Oven Fried Chicken OR Vegetarian Sausage

Oven Fried Chicken OR Vegetarian Sausage
Roasted Russet Potatoes
Salad with Roasted Beets, Pomegranate Arils, Goat Cheese, Toasted Pita,and Sunflower Seeds

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Mapo Tofu

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Mapo Tofu
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Short Grain Brown Rice
Redux: November Cakes

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Baked Pork Chops with Parmesan-Sage Crust

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Baked Pork Chops with Parmesan-Sage Crust
OR Redux: Cacio e Pepe Pie
Broccoli Pancotto
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze
Redux: November Cakes

Monday, November 16, 2020

Red Lentil Soup with Lemon

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Red Lentil Soup with Lemon
Sautéed Beet Greens and Red Swiss Chard with Chili
Short Grain Brown Rice
Redux: November Cakes

Made by... Anja (all)

Sunday, November 15, 2020

Kale-Sauce Pasta

 Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Kale-Sauce Pasta
 ...with fresh penne
Smoky Eggplant Soup
November Cakes

Made by... Anja (November cakes); Norbert (penne)

Saturday, November 14, 2020

Biang Biang Noodles Two Ways

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Biang Biang Noodles Two Ways
 ...with Spicy Cumin Lamb
 ...with Spicy Cumin Tofu
Sautéed Cabbage with Caraway Seeds and Sake
Redux: Apple Gingersnap Crumble

Made by... Anja and me (noodles)

New: Biang Biang Noodles (based on "Spicy Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodles," by Sarah in The Woks of Life. Posted: January 15, 2017. Updated: September 9, 2020)

Friday, November 13, 2020

Take Out

Anja's Choice: Birthday Week

Take Out
 ...from Cafe Raj (Albany, CA)
Apple Gingersnap Crumble

Made by... Anja and me (apple crumble)

New: Apple Gingersnap Crumble (by Melissa Clark, in "How to Make Thanksgiving Dinner in 8 Hours," in the New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: November 7, 2017)

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes, Almonds, and Apricots OR Redux: Kale and Mushroom Strata

Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes, Almonds, and Apricots
OR Redux: Kale and Mushroom Strata
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard, Spinach, and Onion
Short Grain Brown Rice

Wednesday, November 11, 2020

Cheesy White Bean-Tomato Bake

Cheesy White Bean-Tomato Bake
Salad with Apple, Dried Cranberries, and Sunflower Seeds
Walnut Bread

New: Walnut Bread (by Florence Fabricant in "Three Recipes to Savor to the Last Crumb," in the New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: April 22, 2014)

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Cornmeal-Dusted Pan-Fried Tilapia OR Redux: Mayan Squash and Mushroom Quiche

Cornmeal-Dusted Pan-Fried Tilapia
OR Redux: Mayan Squash and Mushroom Quiche
Sautéed Kale and Onion
Potato and Chorizo Soup with Crunchy Kale

Monday, November 9, 2020

Peanut Noodles

Peanut Noodles
Pan-Fried Tofu
Miso Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, and Green Beans

Made by... Anja (veg and tofu); Anja and me (peanut noodles)

New: Peanut Noodles (by Kaitlin in The Woks of Life. Published: July 19, 2020, updated: September 14, 2020)

Sunday, November 8, 2020

Fresh Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce

Fresh Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
 ...with Turkey Meatballs or Redux: White Bean Balls
Toasted Brussels Sprouts with Apple
Redux: Berry Cream Cheese Cake

Made by... Norbert (fresh pasta)

Saturday, November 7, 2020

Tacos and Burritos Two Ways

Election 2020 Celebration for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

Tacos and Burritos Two Ways
 ...with ground turkey or pinto beans
Salad with Plum, Pomegranate Arils, Chickpeas, and Toasted Walnuts
Berry Cream Cheese Cake
 ...with Blueberries

Made by... Anja and me (tacos and salad)

New: Berry Cream Cheese Cake (by Yossy Arefi in Snacking Cakes, epicurious.com. Published: November 2020)

Regular: tacos

Friday, November 6, 2020

Spinach and Onion Tart

Spinach and Onion Tart
Spiced Carrot Cauliflower Soup
Honey Whole Wheat Biscuits
Redux: Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips and Optional Cherries and Toasted Walnuts

Made by... Anja and me (tart and soup); Anja (biscuits)

New: Spinach and Onion Tart (by Mary Rose Shulman in "The Taste of Spring, by the Bunch or Bag: Indian Tofu with Spinach," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: April 9, 2012)

Thursday, November 5, 2020

Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
 ...with chicken OR Sweet Earth seitan strips
Simmered Kabocha Squash
Short grain Brown Rice

New: Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl) (by Hannah Kirshner, NYTimes Cooking)

Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Fish with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Fish with Spicy Tomato Sauce
 ...with Yellowfin Tuna
Sautéed Lacinato Kale with Onion
Cheesy Polenta
Redux: Finger Cookies

Tuesday, November 3, 2020

Stir-Fried Pork OR Tofu and Pineapple

Stir-Fried Pork OR Tofu and Pineapple
Roasted Zucchini with Garlic
Braised Turnips
Jasmine Rice with Quinoa

Monday, November 2, 2020

White Bean Pot Pie

White Bean Pot Pie
Roasted Parsnips and Rutabega
Redux: Finger Cookies

Made by... Anja (all)

New: White Bean Pot Pie (based on "Thyme and White Bean Pot Pies," by Minimalist Baker)

Sunday, November 1, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Teriyaki Tofu and Fish Balls

Ramen(ish) with Teriyaki Tofu and Fish Balls
Pan-Seared Brussels Sprouts with Teriyaki Sauce
Miso Broth
Redux: Finger Cookies

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, October 31, 2020

Savory Pumpkin Tart

Happy Halloween!


French Lentil Salad with Caramelized Balsamic Vinaigrette
Ghost Potatoes
Mushroom Gravy
Finger Cookies

Made by... Anja and me (pumpkin tart and cookies); Anja (potatoes)

New: Savory Pumpkin Tart (by Melissa Clark in, "Fewer Come to the Harvest Table but Meals Are Still Memorable," in The New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: October 4, 2006); French Lentil Salad with Caramelized Balsamic Vinaigrette  (by Didi Emmons, Vegetarian Planet. Boston: Harvard Common P, 1997)

Photo by Sandra


Photo by Anja
Photo by Anja




Friday, October 30, 2020

Burgers Two Ways

Burgers Two Ways
 ...with turkey patties
 ...with black-bean patties
 ...with optional roasted eggplant, sautéed onions and mushrooms, avocado, tomato, pickles, and cheese
Salad with roasted eggplant and artichoke hearts, and pomegranate arils
 ...with optional toasted walnuts

Made by... Anja and Sandra (all)

Regular: burgers

Thursday, October 29, 2020

(Almost) My Mother's Curry Two Ways

(Almost) My Mother's Curry Two Ways
 ...with chicken and mushrooms
 ...with hard-cooked eggs, mushrooms, and carrots
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Udon*

Regular: curry

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Fish in Artichoke and Tomato Broth OR Redux: Lentils

Fish in Artichoke and Tomato Broth
 ...with cod
OR Redux: Lentils
Sautéed Arugula with Sliced Peaches and Pomegranate Arils
Spelt Popovers

Monday, October 26, 2020

Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos with Creamy Hot Sauce

Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos with Creamy Hot Sauce

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos with Creamy Hot Sauce (based on, "Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce," by Cookie & Kate)

Sunday, October 25, 2020

Fettuccine with Portobellos and Winter Greens

Fettuccine with Portobellos and Winter Greens
 ...with Field Roast Vegetarian Mexican Chipotle Sausage OR Applegate Chicken Feta Sausage
Japanese Milk Bread with Butter and Orange Marmalade

Made by... Anja and me (bread); Norbert (fresh pasta)

New: Japanese Milk Bread (by Julia Moskin "Three Recipes to Savor to the Last Crumb," New York Times and NYT Cooking. Published: April 22, 2014)

Saturday, October 24, 2020

Two Masalas

Chicken Tikka Masala
Chana Masala
Saag Paneer
Brown Basmati Rice Pilaf
Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by... Anja and me (masalas and saag paneer); Maxime (ice cream)

New: Easy Chana Masala (by Minimalist Baker)

Friday, October 23, 2020

Cuban Black Beans OR Redux: Slow Cooker Lentil Chili

Cuban Black Beans OR Redux: Slow Cooker Lentil Chili
Roast Zucchini with Portobello Mushrooms
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (Cuban Black Beans)

Thursday, October 22, 2020

Cheesy Kale and Mushroom Strata

Cheesy Kale and Mushroom Strata
Sautéed Broccoli, Red Bell Pepper, and Onion

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Pasta with Cannellini, Sage, and Seitan "Bacon" Soup

Pasta with Cannellini, Sage, and Seitan "Bacon" Soup
Salad with Golden Beets, Valencia orange, Feta Cheese, and Toasted Sunflower Seeds

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Roasted Chicken Legs OR Pan-Fried Halloumi with Muhammara Sauce

Roasted Chicken Legs OR Pan-Fried Halloumi with Muhammara Sauce
Roasted Parsnips and Green Beans
Pita Crisps
Herbed Rice Pilaf

Monday, October 19, 2020

Tofu Scramble

Tofu Scramble
Roasted Cauliflower with Onion and Parmesan Cheese
100% Whole Wheat Bread

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Tofu Scramble (by Ali Slagle in NYT Cooking)

Sunday, October 18, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Glazed Tilapia OR Seitan Strips

 Ramen(ish) with Glazed Tilapia OR Seitan Strips
 ...with Red Miso Broth and Scallions
Sautéed Savoy Cabbage

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, October 17, 2020

Pork OR Tofu Clay Pot

Pork OR Tofu Clay Pot
Stir-Fried Snap Peas, Orange Bell Pepper, Crimini Mushroom, and Onion
Short Grain Brown Rice
Redux: Vanilla Ice Cream with Cherries and Chocolate Chips

Made by... Anja and me (all)

 

Friday, October 16, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Salad with Apple, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Walnuts, and Feta Cheese
Redux: Vanilla Ice Cream with Frozen Cherries and Chocolate Chips

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Thursday, October 15, 2020

One-Pan Crispy Spaghetti and Chicken OR Mozzarella Cheese

One-Pan Crispy Spaghetti and Chicken OR Mozzarella Cheese
Sautéed Red Chard with Onions

New: One-Pan Crispy Spaghetti and Chicken (by Yotam Ottolenghi, "The Most Comforting Dish of All," in the New York Times and NYT Cooking. Published: August 21, 2020, update: August 24, 2020)

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Slow Cooker Apricot Honey-Glazed Turkey OR Redux: Savory Bread Pudding with Kale and Mushrooms

Slow Cooker Apricot Honey-Glazed Turkey
OR Redux: Savory Bread Pudding with Kale and Mushrooms
Sautéed Broccoli di Cicco
Roasted Red Potatoes


Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Tbikhit Qra (Pumpkin and Chickpeas)

Tbikhit Qra (Pumpkin and Chickpeas)
Long Grain Brown Rice with Cashews and Raisins

Monday, October 12, 2020

Corn, Spring Onion, and Ricotta Tart

Corn, Spring Onion, and Ricotta Tart
Roasted Delicata, Zucchini, and Starburst Squashes with Onions

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Corn, Spring Onion, and Ricotta Tart (by Eat This My Friend, Jade O'Donahoo, on Food52. Published: May 17, 2014)

Sunday, October 11, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Zucchini Two Ways

Fresh Pasta with Zucchini Two Ways
 ...with shrimp OR fresh mozzarella
Roasted Butternut squash and Golden Delicious Apple with Sage

Made by... Norbert (fresh kpasta)

New: Pasta with Zucchini (based on "Pasta with Zucchini, Shrimp and Saffron," by Biba Caggiano, adapted by Molly O'Neill in NYT Cooking)

Saturday, October 10, 2020

Cheesy Pan Pizza Two Ways

Cheesy Pan Pizza Two Ways
 ...with chicken, basil, and barbecue sauce
 ...with spinach and mushrooms
Salad with Gala Apple, Pomegranate Arils, Roasted Walnuts, Feta Cheese, and Dried Cranberries

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Regular: pizza


Photo by Anja


Friday, October 9, 2020

Fried Rice with with Brined Eggs

Fried Rice with with Brined Egg Whites (Xián dàn bái, 鹹蛋白)
Broccolini with Mushroom-Soy Sauce

Made by... Anja and me (all)

New: Flavorful Brined Eggs (by Madame Huang's Kitchen. Published: October 17, 2011)

Thursday, October 8, 2020

Sheet-Pan Chicken with Roasted Plums and Onions

Sheet-Pan Chicken with Roasted Plums and Onions
OR Redux: Lentil Loaf
Simmered Kabocha Squash
Roasted New Potatoes and Zucchini

New: Sheet-Pan Chicken with Roasted Plums and Onions (by Melissa Clark, in "Roast Chicken and Plums Make the Sweetest Sheet Pan Meal," in the New York Times and NYT Cooking. Published: September 4, 2020, updated: September 8, 2020); Simmered Kabocha Squash (by Just One Cookbook)

Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Quorn Meatless Grounds and Pinto Bean Chili

Quorn Meatless Grounds and Pinto Bean Chili
Green Beans with Garlic
Skillet Corn Bread

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Tacos Two Ways

Tacos Two Ways
 ...and burritos
 ...with turkey or soy crumbles
Salad with roasted beets, pomegranate arils, goat cheese, and sunflower seeds

Regular: tacos

Monday, October 5, 2020

Baked Risotto with Greens and Peas

Baked Risotto with Greens and Peas
 ...with easy-over eggs or omelette

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Baked Risotto with Greens and Peas (by Kay Chun, NYTimes Cooking)

Sunday, October 4, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways

Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways
 ...with Grilled Teriyaki Tuna OR Tofu
 ...with Grilled Baby Bok Choy, Roma Tomatoes, and Scallions in Red Miso Broth

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, October 3, 2020

Take Out

Take Out
 ...from Bowl'd Korean Rice Bar (Albany, CA)
Purple Slaw with Toasted Sesame Dressing

Made by Anja and me (slaw)

Friday, October 2, 2020

Calzones Two Ways

Calzones Two Ways
 ...with Tomato, Swiss Chard, and Ricotta
 ...with Eggplant, Mozzarella Cheese, and Marinara Sauce
Greek-Style Watermelon Salad

Made by... Anja and me (all)

New: Tomato, Swiss Chard, and Ricotta Calzones (by Didi Emmons, Vegetarian Planet. Boston: Harvard Common P, 1997)

Thursday, October 1, 2020

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard with Onion and Tomato Paste
Mooncake*

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde OR Redux: Yellow Split Pea Soup

Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde 
 ...with avocado, plain yogurt, sliced radishes, and lime
OR Redux: Yellow Split Pea Soup
Salad with Romaine Lettuce, Radicchio, Slivered Carrots, Beefsteak Tomato, Cucumber, Goat Cheese, and Toasted Pepitas

New: Mexican Chicken Pozole Verde (by Anya Von Bromzen in Food & Wine. Published: May 2008)


Monday, September 28, 2020

Whole Wheat Fusilli with Creamy Pumpkin Marinara

Whole Wheat Fusilli with Creamy Pumpkin Marinara
 ...with Lightlife Smart Ground Meatless Crumbles
Broccoli Rabe

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Whole Wheat Fusilli with Creamy Pumpkin Marinara (by Cookie and Kate)

Sunday, September 27, 2020

Soba Salad

Soba Salad
Tofu Fu Yung Soup
Redux: New Year's Cake (年糕,  Niángāo)

New: Soba Salad (by Mark Bittman in "One Man's Salad Is Another's Noodles," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking)


Photo by Anja


Saturday, September 26, 2020

Mushroom Lasagne

Mushroom Lasagne
Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower

Made by... Norbert (lasagne noodles): Anja and me (lasagne and veg)

New: Mushroom Lasagne (by Yotam Ottolenghi, Plenty: Vibrant Vegetable Recipes from London's Ottolenghi. San Francisco:Chronicle Books, 2011)

Friday, September 25, 2020

Turkey OR Black Bean Burgers

Turkey OR Black Bean Burgers
 ...with avocado and tomatoes and/or sautéed onions and crimini mushrooms
Warm Cabbage Salad with Apples and Walnuts
Redux: Custard Buns

Made by... Anja (cabbage); Anja and me (black-bean burgers)

Regular: burgers

Thursday, September 24, 2020

Eventide Fish Chowder OR Redux: Spicy Peanut Stew with Ginger and Tomato

Eventide Fish Chowder OR Redux: Spicy Peanut Stew with Ginger and Tomato
 ...with cod and shrimp

Salad with Roasted Golden Beets, Pomegranate Arils, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Pepitas
Brown Soda Bread

New: Eventide Fish Chowder (by Julia Moskin in "12 Restaurants American Loves, with Recipes!" New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: May 26, 2020)

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Tofu Clay Pot

Tofu Clay Pot
 ...with roasted cashews
Short Grain Brown Rice

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

(Almost) My Mother's Curry Two Ways

(Almost) My Mother's Curry Two Ways
 ...with lamb and carrots
 ...with hard-cooked eggs, carrots, and crimini mushrooms
Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Udon*

Regular: curry

Monday, September 21, 2020

Easiest Lentil Soup

Easiest Lentil Soup
 ...with yogurt, diced tomatoes, radicchio, and toasted pepitas
Sautéed Collard Greens with Sweet Earth Hickory and Sage Benevolent Bacon
Biscuits

Made by... Anja (all)

New: Easiest Lentil Soup (by Melissa Clark in "This Lentil Soup Can't Get Much Easier," in New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: January 25, 2019)

Sunday, September 20, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish)

Fresh Ramen(ish)
 ...with honey-glazed pepper chicken in chicken broth
 ...OR with honey-glazed pepper tofu in red-miso broth
Grilled Baby Bok Choy

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

New: Honey-Glazed Pepper Chicken (by Brad Leone, Bon Appetit on epicurious.com, July 2020)

Saturday, September 19, 2020

Vegetarian Kofta Curry

Vegetarian Kofta Curry
Pan-Roasted Spiced Cauliflower with Peas
Jasmine Rice with Quinoa
Chocolate Ice Cream

Made by... Anja and me (kofta curry); Maxime ( veg): Norbert (ice cream)

New: Vegetarian Kofta Curry (by Tejal Rao, in "I Think of My Grandfather Every Time I Make Kofta," in the New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: September 9, 2020)

Friday, September 18, 2020

Mayan Squash and Mushroom Quiche

Mayan Squash and Mushroom Quiche
3-Ingredient Sweet and Smoky Brussels Sprouts
Miso Glazed Japanese Sweet Potatoes

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Farfalle Two Ways

Farfalle Two Ways
 ...with Pan-Seared Tuna, Lemon, and Garlic
 ...with Redux: White-Bean Balls and Tomato Sauce
Smoky Eggplant Soup

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Crispy Bean Cakes with Harissa, Lemon and Herbs

Crispy Bean Cakes with Harissa, Lemon and Herbs
 ...with kidney beans
Sautéed Red Chard with Onions
Hunza Rice

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Take Out

Take Out
 ...from Lee's Deli (San Francisco, CA)
Cabbage with Carrots and Scallions
Tamari-Mirin Stewed Daikon and Carrots

Monday, September 14, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Salad with Green Beans, Sliced Cucumber, Button Mushroom, Dried Cranberries, and Toasted Pepitas

Made by... Anja and me (black bean tart)

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Sunday, September 13, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Sausage, Squash, and Sage Brown Butter

Fresh Pasta with Sausage, Squash, and Sage Brown Butter
 ...with fresh spaghetti
Butternut Squash Soup
Redux: Apricot Couronne

Made by... Norbert (fresh pasta)Anja and me (soup)

Saturday, September 12, 2020

Oven-Roasted Mustard Chicken

Oven-Roasted Mustard Chicken
OR Pan-Fried Halloumi
Sautéed Portobello Mushrooms, Red Bell Pepper, and Red Onions
Fried Polenta with Parmesan
Redux: Apricot Couronne

Made by... Anja and me (halloumi and veg)

Friday, September 11, 2020

Almond-Crusted Baked Tofu Nuggets

Almond-Crusted Baked Tofu Nuggets
 ...with avocado-yogurt dipping sauce
Mexican Coleslaw with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Indian Roti
Apricot Couronne

Made by... Anja and me (tofu nuggets, apricot couronne, Mexican coleslaw); Maxime (dipping sauce)

New: Apricot Couronne (by Paul Hollywood, BBC Food)

Photo by Maxime



Thursday, September 10, 2020

Pork Ribs with Molasses Glaze OR Redux: Lentil Loaf

Pork Ribs with Molasses Glaze OR Redux: Lentil Loaf
Sautéed Spinach and Savoy Cabbage with Garlic
Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Made by... Anja and me (veg)

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Sautéed Fish or Tofu on Snap Peas and Cabbage with Miso Sesame Vinaigrette

Sautéed Fish or Tofu on Snap Peas and Cabbage with Miso Sesame Vinaigrette
 ...with Tilapia
Sushi-Roll Rice Salad

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Whole Eggs in Coconut Masala (Egg Molee)

Whole Eggs in Coconut Masala (Egg Molee)
Eggplants with Tomatoes
Long Grain Brown Rice

New: Whole Eggs in Coconut Masala (Egg Molee) (by Rick Stein, BBC Food)

Monday, September 7, 2020

Ramen(ish) Two Ways

Ramen(ish) Two Ways
 ...with shichimi spiced duck breast in chicken broth
 ...with teriyaki tofu in red miso broth
Gailan with Oyster-Soy Sauce
Glazed Tokio Turnips

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Sunday, September 6, 2020

Pizza

Pizza
 ...with figs, prosciutto, goat cheese, and arugula
 ...with artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, and red onions
Greek-Style Watermelon Salad

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Regular: pizza

Saturday, September 5, 2020

Grilling Cheese with Sweet Peppers and Black Lentils

Grilling Cheese with Sweet Peppers and Black Lentils
Escarole and Edamame Salad
Indian Roti
Redux: Tomato Soup Spice Cake

Made by... Anja (black lentils); Maxime (salad)

New: Grilling Cheese with Sweet Peppers and Black Lentils (by Kendra Vaculin in epicurious.com. Published: July 2020); Indian Roti (by Brendan Lynch in BBC Food)


Photo by Anja

Friday, September 4, 2020

Chow Fun Two Ways

Chow Fun Two Ways
 ... Saucy Chow Ho Fun (Fresh Rice Noodles) Stir-Fried with Turkey and Choy Sum
 ... OR Vegetable Chow Fun
Soup with Winter Melon (Donggua), Cress, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Button Mushrooms
Redux: Tomato Soup Spice Cake

Made by Anja, Maxime, and me (noodles)

Thursday, September 3, 2020

Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Broth

Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Broth
Vegetarian Italian-Spiced Sausage OR Spinach-Feta Chicken Sausage
Broccoli Rabe with Balsamic Reduction
Tomato Soup Spice Cake

Made by...Anja and me (all)

New: Tomato Soup Spice Cake (by King Arthur Flour)

Photo by Anja

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Yellow Split Pea Soup

Yellow Split Pea Soup
Sautéed Lacinato Kale with Onion
Walnut-Whole Wheat Bread

Made by... Maxime and me (soup and veg)

New: Yellow Split Pea Soup (by Jeanine Donofrio on loveandlemons.com)

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Turkey OR Pinto Bean Tacos

Turkey OR Pinto Bean Tacos
 ...or burritos
Salad with Roasted Red Beets, Pluots, Cucumber, Goat Cheese, and Toasted Pepitas

Regular: tacos

Monday, August 31, 2020

Sunday, August 30, 2020

Cacio e Pepe Pie

Cacio e Pepe Pie
Cauliflower and Carrots with Mustard-Lemon Butter
Figs with Goat Cheese 

Made by... Anja and me (pie and veg)

Photo by Anja



Saturday, August 29, 2020

Chicken or Tofu Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps

Chicken or Tofu Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Jasmine Rice and Quinoa
Redux: Red Bean Buns and Custard Buns

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (bulgogi); Maxime (veg)

New: Chicken or Tofu Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps (based on "Chicken and Mushroom Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps" by Kay Chun, in NYTimes Cooking)

Friday, August 28, 2020

Take Out

Take Out from Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar (Albany, CA)
Redux: Teddie's Apple Cake with Earl Grey Ice Ceam

Thursday, August 27, 2020

Cornmeal-Dusted Pan-Fried Tilapia OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche

Cornmeal-Dusted Pan-Fried Tilapia OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche
Sautéed Mayan Squash with Onions
Roasted Red Potatoes and Purple Huckleberry Potatoes

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Turkey OR Black Bean Burgers

Turkey OR Black Bean Burgers
 ...with avocado and tomatoes and/or sautéed onions and crimini mushrooms
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Salad with Cucumbers, Orange Bell Peppers, Dried Cranberries, and Toasted Pepitas

Regular: Burgers

Monday, August 24, 2020

Sunday, August 23, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Pork Chops OR Braised Tofu

Ramen(ish) with Pork Chops OR Braised Tofu
 ...in a red miso broth with scallions
Broccoli

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, August 22, 2020

Roasted Tomato and Corn Pie with Cheddar Crust

Roasted Tomato and Corn Pie with Cheddar Crust
Roasted Acorn Squash
Redux: Earl Grey Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips

Made by... Anja and me (pie); Maxime and me (squash)

New: Roasted Tomato and Corn Pie with Cheddar Crust (by Erin Jean McDowell, NYTimes Cooking)

Photo by Sandra

Friday, August 21, 2020

Take Out

Take Out from Zachary's Chicago Pizza (Berkeley, CA)
Salad with Figs, Golden Beets, Cucumber, Roasted Pepitas, and Goat Cheese
Earl Grey Ice Cream

Made by... Norbert, Anja, and me (ice cream)

Thursday, August 20, 2020

Tuna Steaks Moroccan Style OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche

Tuna Steaks Moroccan Style OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche
Salad with Golden Beets, Pluots, Toasted Pepitas, andGoat Cheese
Turmeric Rice with Tomatoes

New: Tuna Steaks Moroccan Style (by Pierre Franey, NYTimes Cooking); Turmeric Rice with Tomatoes (by Yotam Ottolenghi in "Rice, Coming Off the Sidelines, Becomes a Centerpiece," in New York Times and  NYTimes Cooking. Published: March 20, 2018)

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Penne with Grilled Eggplant and Radicchio Sauce

Penne with Grilled Eggplant and Radicchio Sauce
Grilled Vegetarian and Chicken Sausages

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Japanese Curry with Chicken OR Tofu

 Japanese Curry with Chicken OR Tofu
Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Udon*

Regular: curry

Monday, August 17, 2020

Lentil Chili

Lentil Chili
Sautéed Broccoli with Onion
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard with Onion
Redux: Sweet Potato Roti

Sunday, August 16, 2020

Saag Tofu

Saag Tofu
Sweet Potato Roti

Made by... Anja (roti)

New: Saag Tofu (by Mary Rose Shulman in "The Taste of Spring, by the Bunch or Bag: Indian Tofu with Spinach," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: April 9, 2012); Sweet Potato Roti (by Andi Oliver, BBC Food)


Photo by Sandra

Saturday, August 15, 2020

Sausage Rolls Two Ways

Sausage Rolls Two Ways
 ...with turkey Italian sausage
 ...with vegetarian protein sausage
Sautéed Cabbage and Carrots with Fennel Seed
Herby Fougasse
 ...with carrot-top pesto, hummus, and/or coriander-yogurt dip
Redux: Steamed White Sugar Cake (白糖糕 – báitáng gāo) or Lemon-Yogurt Sherbet)

Made by... Anja and me (sausage rolls ); Anja, Maxime, and me (fougasse); Maxime (cabbage and carrots)

New: Sausage Rolls (by Simon Rimmer, BBC Food); Herby Fougasse (by Paul Hollywood, The Great British Bake Off)


Photo by Sandra

Friday, August 14, 2020

Omurice

Omurice (Japanese Rice Omelet)
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage
White Sugar Sponge Cake (白糖糕 – báitáng gāo)

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (omurice); Anja and me (white sugar sponge cake); Maxime (nappa cabbage)

New: Omurice (by Hannah Kirshner in NYTimes Cooking); White Sugar Sponge Cake (by Judy in thewoksoflife.com. Published: April 11, 2020, last updated: April 17, 2020)


Photo by Anja


Thursday, August 13, 2020

Dinner @ Drake's Beach

Dinner @ Drake's Beach

Pasta Salad
 ...with mozzarella bocconcini, cannellini beans, broccoli, and black olives
Redux: Teddie's Apple Cake

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (pasta salad)

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Green Posole with Cod and Cilantro OR Redux: White Bean Balls

Green Posole with Cod and Cilantro OR Redux: White Bean Balls
Grilled Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce
Oven-Roasted Potatoes

New: Green Posole with Cod and Cilantro (by Chris Morocco, bonappetit.com. Published: October 2015)


Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Monday, August 10, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Salad with Corn, Cucumbers, Yellow and Orange Mini Bell Peppers, Avocado, and Toasted Pepitas
 ...with optional dried cranberries

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Sunday, August 9, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways

 Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways
 ...with grilled miso chicken thighs
 ...with hard-cooked eggs
 ...in red miso broth
Stir-Fried Spinach and Napa Cabbage with Garlic and Ginger
Redux: Peach Shortcake with Lemon-Yogurt Sherbet

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Anja and me (veg)

Saturday, August 8, 2020

Braised Glass Noodles with Tofu, Napa Cabbage, and Carrots

Braised Glass Noodles with Tofu, Napa Cabbage, and Carrots
Redux: Peach Shortcake with Lemon-Yogurt Sherbet

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

Friday, August 7, 2020

Take Out

Take Out from Cancún Sabor Mexicano (Berkeley, CA)
Creamy Cole Slaw
Peach Shortcake with Lemon-Yogurt Sherbet

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (cole slaw and dessert)

Thursday, August 6, 2020

Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Cheesy Pan Pizza Two Ways

Cheesy Pan Pizza Two Ways
 ...with turkey pepperoni
 ...with crimini mushrooms and yellow bell pepper
Roasted Beets with Chiles, Ginger, Yogurt, and Indian Spices

Made by... Anja and me (pizzas)

Regular: pizzas

Monday, August 3, 2020

Poached Cod with Shiitake Mushrooms and Yellow Bell Peppers OR Redux: Tofu Tikka Masala

Poached Cod with Shiitake Mushrooms and Yellow Bell Peppers
OR Redux: Tofu Tikka Masala
Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Ginger

Made by... Anja (choy sum)

Sunday, August 2, 2020

Wontons Two Ways

Wontons Two Ways
 ...with chicken
 ...with tofu
Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Redux: Best Chocolate Cake with Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

Saturday, August 1, 2020

Chinese Handmade Noodles Two Ways

Chinese Handmade Noodles Two Ways
 ...with chicken and fish balls
 ...with seitan strips and omelette
Stir-Fried Yau Choy
Redux: Best Chocolate Cake with Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (noodles); Anja and me (yau choy)

New: Chinese Handmade Noodles (by Sarah in The Woks of Life. Published: December 15, 2019, updated: May 21, 2020)

Friday, July 31, 2020

Take Out

Take Out
 ...from Shan Dong Restaurant (Oakland, CA)
 ...from Gum Kuo Restaurant (Oakland, CA)
Tofu with Red Cooked Eggplant
Gailan with Mushroom-Soy Sauce
Redux: Jasmine Rice and Quinoa
Redux: Best Chocolate Cake with Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

Made by... Maxime and me (tofu); Anja (gailan)

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Pure Cut Chicken

Pure Cut Chicken
Steamed Tofu with Shiitake Mushrooms
Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Jasmine Rice and Quinoa
Best Chocolate Cake
Cherry Garcia Ice Cream

Made by... Norbert, Anja, and Maxime (cake and ice cream); Anja and me (tofu and mushroom); Maxime and Anja (bok choy)

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad

Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad
Romaine Lettuce
Aidell's Chicken Italian-Style Sausage*
Field Roast Smoked Apple Sage Sausage*
Naan*

Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Turkey OR Beyond Beef Tacos

Turkey OR Beyond Beef Tacos
 ...and Burritos
Salad with Cucumber, Yellow Bell Pepper, Carrot, Cherry Tomatoes, and Roasted Walnuts

Regular: Tacos

Monday, July 27, 2020

Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup

Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup
Beet Greens and Red Swiss Chard
Short grain Brown Rice

Sunday, July 26, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways

Fresh Ramen(ish) Two Ways
 ...with cornmeal-dusted tilapia
 ...OR with cornmeal-dusted tofu
 ...in red miso broth
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Anja and me (fish, tofu, and veg)

Saturday, July 25, 2020

Tomatillo Frittata

Tomatillo Frittata
Salad with Jicama, Cucumber, Peas, and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Savory Babka with Ricotta and Herbs

Made by... Anja and Maxime (frittata and salad)

New: Tomatillo Frittata (by Didi Emmons, Vegetarian Planet. Boston: Harvard Common P, 1997); Savory Babka with Ricotta and Herbs (by Melissa Clark, in "You Can't Beat a Savory Babka," in the New York Times and on NYTimes Cooking. Published: May 22, 2020)

photo by Sandra

Friday, July 24, 2020

Crispy Tofu with Cashews and Blistered Broccoli

Crispy Tofu with Cashews and Blistered Broccoli
Cucumber-Tomatillo Gazpacho

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

New: Crispy Tofu with Cashews and Blistered Broccoli (based on, "Crispy Tofu with Cashews and Blistered Snap Peas," by Yewande Komolafe, in New York Times, "This One Pan Meal Shows Just How Joyful Tofu Can Be," and NYTimes Cooking. Published: June 26, 2020);  Cucumber-Tomatillo Gazpacho (bonappetit.com. Published: August 2016)

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Sweet Potato-Tortilla Pie

Sweet Potato-Tortilla Pie
Toasted Sesame Slaw

New: Sweet Potato-Tortilla Pie (by Didi Emmons, Vegetarian Planet. Boston: Harvard Common P, 1997); Toasted Sesame Slaw (by Kay Chun in NYTimes Cooking)


Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Polenta with Eggplant Sauce

Polenta with Eggplant Sauce
White Bean Balls
Turkey Meatballs

Made by... Anja and me (turkey meatballs); Maxime, Anja, and me (white bean balls); Maxime and me (polenta with eggplant sauce)

New: Polenta with Eggplant Sauce (based on "Sweet Corn Polenta," by Yotam Ottolenghi, Plenty: Vibrant Vegetable Recipes from London's Ottolenghi. San Francisco:Chronicle Books, 2011)

Monday, July 20, 2020

Chicken Cacciatore OR Redux: Chili with Kidney Beans and Plant-Based Crumbles

Chicken Cacciatore
OR Redux: Chili with Kidney Beans and Plant-Based Crumbles
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Golden Raisins
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (spinach)

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Saturday, July 18, 2020

Take Out

Take Out
 ...from Teni East Kitchen (Oakland, CA)
Coconut Rice

Friday, July 17, 2020

Redux: Dim Sum from Lee's Deli

Redux: Dim Sum from Lee's Deli
Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Soup
Stir-Fried Green Beans
Redux: Pineapple Buns

Made by... Maxime and me (all)

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Burgers

Burgers
 ...with Turkey Patties or Black Bean Patties
Salad with Golden Beets, Pums, and Sunflower Seeds
Pineapple Buns with Jam

Made by... Anja (pineapple buns)

New: Pineapple Buns (by Sarah in thewoksoflife.com. Published: April 15, 2015. Last updated: May 19, 2020)

Regular: burgers

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Pan-Fried Yellowfin Tuna Steaks with Mango Salad OR Black Bean, Sausage, and Sweet Potato Soup

Pan-Fried Yellowfin Tuna Steaks with Mango Salad
OR Black Bean, Sausage, and Sweet Potato Soup
Roasted Zucchini and Mayan Squash with Garlic
Short Grain Brown Rice

Monday, July 13, 2020

(Almost) My Mother's Curry two Ways

(Almost) My Mother's Curry two Ways
 ...with chicken, potatoes, crimini mushrooms, and onions
 ...with tofu, potatoes, crimini mushrooms, carrots, and onions
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard

Regular: curry

Sunday, July 12, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) with Spicy Pork OR Soy Protein Crumbles and Crimini Mushrooms and Herbs

Fresh Ramen(ish) with Spicy Pork OR Soy Protein Crumbles and Crimini Mushrooms and Herbs
General Tso's Cauliflower

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Anja and me (spicy pork and soy protein)

New: Spicy Pork OR Soy Protein Crumbles and Crimini Mushrooms and Herbs (based on "Rice Noodles with Spicy Pork and Herbs," by Tejal Rao in NYTimes Cooking); General Tso's Cauliflower (by Bill in thewoksoflife.com. Published: October 6, 2015, last updated: April 9, 2020)

Saturday, July 11, 2020

Cheesy Pan Pizza

Cheesy Pan Pizza
Salad with Green Grapes, Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers, Dried Cranberries, and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Redux: Brownies

Made by... Anja and me (pizza); Maxime (salad)

New: Cheese Pan Pizza (Tejal Rao, "The Secret to Perfect Pizza at Home? Cast Iron," in New York Times and  NYTimes Cooking. Published: June 24, 2020)

Friday, July 10, 2020

Spinach and Tofu Salad

Spinach and Tofu Salad
Soba Noodles
Redux: Vanilla Ice Cream
 ...with cherries and chocolate chunks

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (all)

Thursday, July 9, 2020

Senate Bean Soup OR Redux: Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup

Senate Bean Soup OR Redux: Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup
Broccoli and Carrots
Whole Wheat Bread

New: Whole Wheat Bread (based on, "100% Whole Wheat Bread for the Bread Machine," on kingarthurflour.com)

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Spicy Peanut Stew with Ginger and Tomato

Spicy Peanut Stew with Ginger and Tomato
 ...and chickpeas
Short grain Brown Rice

Monday, July 6, 2020

Cod in Sweet and Sour Pepper Sauce OR Redux: Smoky Frittata

Cod in Sweet and Sour Pepper Sauce OR Redux: Smoky Frittata
Butternut Squash Soup
Rice Pilaf with Corn and Peas

Sunday, July 5, 2020

Saturday, July 4, 2020

Grilled Chicken OR Tofu with Barbecue Sauce

Happy 4th of July!

Grilled Chicken OR Tofu with Barbecue Sauce
Grilled Mayan Heirloom Squash, Crimini Mushrooms, and Portobello Mushrooms
Green Goddess Potato Salad
Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by... Maxime and me (potato salad); Maxime (ice cream)

Friday, July 3, 2020

Take Out

Take Out
 ...from Lee's Deli (San Francisco, CA)
Cantonese Steamed Custard Buns (Nǎi huáng bāo, 奶黄包)

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (custard buns)

New: Cantonese Steamed Custard Buns (by Judy in thewoksoflife.com. Published: Sep. 19, 2016. last updated: Apr. 11, 2020)

Thursday, July 2, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Salad with Apples, Cucumber, Dried Cranberry, and Toasted Walnuts

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Redux: Basic Braised Turkey OR Redux: Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)

Redux: Basic Braised Turkey OR Redux: Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)
Redux: Sautéed Summer Squash Medley
Redux: Sautéed Kale
Semifreddi's Sour Batard
Redux: Brownies

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Basic Braised Turkey OR Redux: Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)

Basic Braised Turkey OR Redux: Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)
Sautéed Kale with Onion
Roasted Garnet Sweet Potato
Corn on the Cob
Brownies

New: Basic Braised Turkey (by Mark Bittman in NYTimes Cooking)

Monday, June 29, 2020

Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)

Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro)
 ...with cannellini beans and Parmesan cheese
Sautéed Summer Squash Medley

New: Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup (Pappa al Pomodoro) (by Martha Rose Shulman, in "Recipe: Tomato Soup with Bread (Pappa al Pomodoro)," New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: July 12, 2006)


Sunday, June 28, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Miso Yellowfin Tuna OR Tofu

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Miso Yellowfin Tuna OR Tofu
 ...with Roma tomato wedges and scallions in red miso broth
Stir-Fried Bok Choy

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, June 27, 2020

Greek Beet and Beet Greens Pie

Greek Beet and Beet Greens Pie
Salad with Apples, Dried Cranberries, and Toasted Walnuts
Herb Bread

Made by... Anja and me (bread); Anja, Maxime, & me (pie, salad)

New: Greek Beet and Beet Greens Pie (by Martha Rose Shulman, "Beauty in the Beets." New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published September 22, 2014); Herb Bread (by Mark Bittman, "Restaurant Breads on the Rise." Food & Wine, January 1992 pg. 69)

Friday, June 26, 2020

Butter Chicken (Makkhani Murghi) OR Makkhani Tofu

Butter Chicken (Makkhani Murghi) OR Makkhani Tofu
Saag Paneer
Long Grain Brown Rice Pilaf

Made by... Anja and me (chicken, tofu, and saag paneer)

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Spicy Clam Pasta with Bacon, Peas, and Basil OR Redux: Spanish Tortilla

Spicy Clam Pasta with Bacon, Peas, and Basil OR Redux: Spanish Tortilla
Cabbage with Carrot and Scallions
Earl Grey Tea Cake With Dark Chocolate and Orange Zest

Made by... Anja (Earl Grey Tea Cake With Dark Chocolate and Orange Zest)

New: Earl Grey Tea Cake With Dark Chocolate and Orange Zest (by Samantha Seneviratne in NYTimes Cooking); Spicy Clam Pasta With Bacon, Peas and Basil (by David Tanis, "Tinned Fish, Three Ways," in New York Times and NYTimes Cooking. Published: June 8, 2020)

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche

Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche
Sautéed Red Chard with Onion
Olive Cheese Bread

New: Olive Cheese Bread (by Melissa Clark, "A Savory Loaf Packed with Cheese and Olives," in New York Times. Published: June 17, 2020)

Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Pasta with Lentils and Kale

Pasta with Lentils and Kale
 ...with fusilli
Spiced Carrot Cauliflower Soup

Monday, June 22, 2020

Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu
 ...with Soy-Based Crumbles
Stir-Fried Napa Cabbage
Short Grain Brown Rice

Sunday, June 21, 2020

Sweet-Spicy Barbecued Spareribs OR Redux: White Bean Balls

Happy Father's Day!

Sweet-Spicy Barbecued Spareribs OR Redux: White Bean Balls
Green Beans with Pesto
Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes
Redux: Earl Grey Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Tomato Sauce

Fresh Pasta with Tomato Sauce
 ...with spaghetti
Chicken OR Plant-Based Sausage
Broccoli, Carrots, and Onion
Redux: Earl Grey Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips

Made by... Maxime (vegetables); Norbert (pasta)

Friday, June 19, 2020

Pizza

Pizza
 ...Grilled Chicken OR Seitan Strips with Onion, Black Olives, and Pesto
 ...Plant-Based Bacon and Pineapple
Greek-Style Watermelon Salad
Earl Grey Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips

Made by... Anja and me (pizzas), Maxime and Anja (ice cream); Maxime (salad)

Regular: pizza

Thursday, June 18, 2020

One-Pot Smoky Fish with Olives and Couscous OR Redux: Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup

One-Pot Smoky Fish with Olives and Couscous

OR Redux: Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup
Couscous

Roasted Zucchini and Yellow Crook-Neck Squash

New: One-Pot Smoky Fish with Olives and Couscous (by Lidey Heuck on NYTimes Cooking)

Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Cheesy Egg and Polenta Casserole

Cheesy Egg and Polenta Casserole
Roasted Broccoli Romanesco, Carrots, Red Onion, and Garlic

New: Cheesy Egg and Polenta Casserole (based on, "Cheesy Breakfast Egg and Polenta Casserole," by Sarah Copeland in NYTimes Cooking)


Photo by Sandra

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Turkey OR Pinto Bean Tacos

Turkey OR Pinto Bean Tacos
 ...and Burritos
Salad with Cucumber, Yellow Bell Pepper, Carrot, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Walnuts

Regular: Tacos

Monday, June 15, 2020

Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup

Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup
Brown Soda Bread

New: Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup (by Martha Rose Shulman, "Quick One-Dish Meals, Some Cooking Required," in New York Times, published: February 4, 2013, and on NYTimes Cooking)

Sunday, June 14, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken OR Teriyaki Seitan Strips

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken OR Teriyaki Seitan Strips
 ...with sliced lotus root, bamboo shoots, and scallions in a miso broth
Grilled Bok Choy

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Saturday, June 13, 2020

Vegetarian Turkish Kebabs

Vegetarian Turkish Kebabs
 ...with onion-parsley salsa and garlic-parsley mayonnaise
Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Peaches, Roasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese
Pita Bread
Redux: Sticky Buns

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

New: Vegetarian Turkish Kebabs with Onion-Parsley Salsa and Garlic-Parsley Mayonnaise (based on "Vegan Turkish Kebabs with Sumac Onions and Garlic-Dill Mayonnaise," by J. Kenji López-Alt in "How to Cook with Plant Based Meats," in MYTimes Cooking. Published: March 3, 2020)


photo by Maxime



Friday, June 12, 2020

Crisp Tofu Katsu With Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Crisp Tofu Katsu With Lemon-Tahini Sauce
 ...on jasmine rice and quinoa
 ...with roasted cauliflower and shiitake mushrooms
Redux: Snickerdoodle Bars

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (tofu); Maxime (rice and quinoa)

New: Crisp Tofu Katsu With Lemon-Tahini Sauce (by Kay Chun in NYTimes Cooking)

Thursday, June 11, 2020

Roasted Fish OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche

Roasted Fish OR Redux: Zucchini and Mushroom Quiche
Mexican Coleslaw with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Roasted Sliced New Potatoes

Wednesday, June 10, 2020

Chili with Kidney Beans and Plant-Based Crumbles

Chili with Kidney Beans and Plant-Based Crumbles
Roasted Zucchini and Starburst Squash
Corn Muffins

Made by... Anja and me (corn muffins)

New: Chili with Kidney Beans and Plant-Based Crumbles (based on "Turkey Chili," by Pierre Franey in NYTimes Cooking)

Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Hummus Masabacha

Hummus Masabacha
Chicken Albondigas in Tomato Sauce
Roasted Beets with Chiles, Ginger, Yogurt, and Indian Spices
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (chicken albondigas and beets)

New: Hummus Masabacha (by Daniel Grotze, on seriouseats.com. Published: November 15, 2017, updated: April 7, 2020); Chicken Albondigas in Tomato Sauce  (by Janna Gur,  The Book of New Israeli Food. New York:Schocken Books, 2007)

Monday, June 8, 2020

Broiled Tofu with Cilantro Pesto

Broiled Tofu with Cilantro Pesto
Beet Greens and Onion
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (veg)

Sunday, June 7, 2020

Kale-Sauce Pasta

Kale-Sauce Pasta
 ...with whole wheat rotini
Pork Chops OR Redux: White Bean Balls
Green Beans with Parsley Pesto

New: Kale-Sauce Pasta (Tejal Rao, "Seeing Kale with New Eyes," NYTimes Cooking, January 4, 2018)

Saturday, June 6, 2020

Turkey OR Black-Bean Burgers

Turkey OR Black-Bean Burgers
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Onions and Vegetarian Bacon

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (buns); Maxime and me (black-bean patties); (Anja (turkey patties and Brussels sprouts)

New: Hamburger Buns (by King Arthur Flour on kingarthurflour.com)

Regular: burgers

Friday, June 5, 2020

Ricotta Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto

Ricotta Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto
Vegetarian OR Chicken Sausages*
Salad with Roasted Beets, Orange, Peas, Toasted Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (salad and sausages); Maxime (pesto); Anja (gnocchi)

New: Ricotta Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto (by David Tanis, "A Savory, Tender Gnocchi Poised for Success," in NYTimes Cooking. Published: February 3, 2017)

Thursday, June 4, 2020

Mark Bittman's Fish OR Tofu with Ginger and Soy

Mark Bittman's Fish OR Tofu with Ginger and Soy
 ...with cod
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Miso Glazed Japanese Sweet Potatoes

Made by... Anja and me (fish and tofu)

New: Miso Glazed Japanese Sweet Potatoes (by A Family Feast on afamilyfeast.com)

Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Grilled Soy-Miso Marinated Tofu and Vegetables

Grilled Soy-Miso Marinated Tofu and Vegetables
 ...with yellow crook-necked squash, zucchini, crimini mushrooms, and red onion
Short-Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (tofu and veg)

Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Vegetarian Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Anja's Roll with It! Graduation Celebration

Vegetarian Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
Sautéed Red Chard and Beet Greens
Redux: Matcha Swiss Roll

New: Vegetarian Bean and Cheese Enchiladas (Ali Slagle, NYTimes Cooking)

Monday, June 1, 2020

Lasagna Roll-Ups

Anja's Roll with It! Graduation Celebration

Lasagna Roll-Ups
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic
Redux: Matcha Swiss Roll

Made by... Anja and me (all)

New: Lasagna Roll-Ups (by Ree Drummond, in The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime, on epicurious.com. Published: December 2015)

Photo by Anja

Sunday, May 31, 2020

Fresh Ramen(ish) with (Almost) My Mother's Curry with Chicken OR Tofu

Fresh Ramen(ish) with (Almost) My Mother's Curry with Chicken OR Tofu
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage

Made by... Norbert (noodles)

Regular: curry

Saturday, May 30, 2020

Mushroom Roulade with Artichoke Sauce

Anja's Roll With It! Graduation Celebration

Mushroom Roulade with Artichoke Sauce
Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic
Classic Sticky Buns
Redux: Matcha Swiss Roll

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (roulade and buns); Anja (cauliflower)

New: Mushroom Roulade with Artichoke Sauce (by Nancy Harmon Jenkins in NYTimes Cooking); Classic Sticky Buns (by King Arthur Flour, Whole Grain Baking. Woodstock, VT: Countryman Press, 2006)

Photo by Anja

Photo by Anja

Friday, May 29, 2020

Fillo Coils with Spinach and Cheese

Anja's Roll With It! Graduation Celebration

Fillo Coils with Spinach and Cheese
Persian Sweet-and-Sour Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Kahk (Savory Bracelets)
Matcha Swiss Roll

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (fillo coils and cbbage rolls); Anja and me (kahk and Swiss roll)

New: Fillo Coils with Spinach and Cheese, Persian Sweet-and-Sour Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, and Kahk (Savory Bracelets) (by Claudia Roden,  The New Book of Middle Eastern Food. New York: Knopf, 2009); Matcha Swiss Roll (by Nami, on justonecookbook.com)

Photo by Anja

Photo by Anja
Photo by Anja

Photo by Anja

Thursday, May 28, 2020

Baked Fish with Tomato Caper Sauce OR Redux: Smoky Frittata

Anja's Roll With It! Graduation Celebration

Baked Fish with Tomato Caper Sauce
Redux: Short Grain Brown Rice or Long Grain Brown Rice Pilaf with Turmeric and Cardamom

OR Redux: Smoky Frittata
Toasted Pita*

Sautéed Broccoli Di Cicco
Redux: Snickerdoodle Bars

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Panfried Tofu with Asian Caramel Sauce

Panfried Tofu with Asian Caramel Sauce
Purple Cabbage with Carrots and Scallions
Scallion Pancakes
Short grain Brown Rice
Snickerdoodle Bars

Made by... Anja (snickerdoodle bars); Anja and me (scallion pancakes)

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Crustless Black Bean Tart

Crustless Black Bean Tart
 ...(fatal crust accident)
Creamy Black Bean Dip
Salad with Sugar Snaps, Cucumber, Orange Bell Pepper, and Toasted Pita Crisps
 ...with optional button mushrooms, roasted walnuts, and goat cheese
Garlic Bread

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Monday, May 25, 2020

Tikka Masala with Chicken OR Chickpeas, Mushrooms, and Potato

Tikka Masala with Chicken OR Chickpeas, Mushrooms, and Potato
Sautéed Kale with Onion
Long Grain Brown Rice with Cardamom and turmeric
Redux: Cranberry Walnut Upside Down Cake

Sunday, May 24, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Eggplant-Tomato Sauce

Fresh Pasta with Eggplant-Tomato Sauce
Beet Greens
Dibrova Spinach Chicken Sausages
Field Roast Plant-Based Italian Sausages
Redux: Cranberry Walnut Upside Down Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream

Saturday, May 23, 2020

Halfgiving (Observed) 2020

Halfgiving (Observed) 2020

Roasted Turkey Breast
Redux: Vegetarian Mushroom Wellington
Gingery Beet Soup
Dressing with Field Roast Plant-Based Italian Sausage and Chestnuts
Redux: Garlic Knots
Redux: Mushroom Gravy
Redux: Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Walnut Upside Down Cake
Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (soup)

New: Gingery Beet Soup (on marthastewart.com)

Friday, May 22, 2020

Halfgiving (Observed) 2020

Halfgiving (Observed) 2020

Vegetarian Mushroom Wellington
Green Beans with Toasted Walnuts and Dried-Cherry Vinaigrette
Garlic Knots
Redux: Mushroom Gravy
Redux: Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Walnut Upside Down Cake
Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (mushroom wellington); Maxime and Anja (green beans and garlic knots);  Maxime and me (ice cream); Anja and me (cake)

New: Vegetarian Mushroom Wellington (by Alexa Weibel on NYTimes Cooking); Cranberry Walnut Upside Down Cake (Gourmet, November 2005)

Thursday, May 21, 2020

Cheesy White Bean-Tomato Bake

Cheesy White Bean-Tomato Bake
Salad with Golden Beets, Yellow Nectarine, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Pepitas
Semifreddi's Kalamata Olive Bread

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Red Beans and Rice, Southern Style, Meat OR Vegan

Red Beans and Rice, Southern Style, Meat OR Vegan
Roasted Parsnips and Carrots

New: Vegan Red Beans and Rice (based on, "Vegan Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice," by Sarah Digregorio, on NYTimes Cooking)

Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Colombian Chicken, Corn, and Potato Stew OR Redux: Spanish Tortilla

Colombian Chicken, Corn, and Potato Stew OR Redux: Spanish Tortilla
 ...with avocado, capers, yogurt, and parsley
Sautéed Red Swiss Chard with Onion and Lemon
Savory Cheddar Cheese Biscuits
Redux: Apple Pie à la Mode

Made by... Anja and me (Swiss chard and stew)

Monday, May 18, 2020

Turmeric-Black Pepper Chickpeas

Turmeric-Black Pepper Chickpeas
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Sunday, May 17, 2020

Fresh Ramen Stir-Fried with Tofu and Omelette

Fresh Ramen Stir-Fried with Tofu, Omelette, and Shiitake
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Redux: Apple Pie à la Mode

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Anja and me (all)

Saturday, May 16, 2020

Hot Dog Pizza!

Norbert's Choice: Birthday Week

Hot Dog Pizza!
 ...with Italian sausage
 ...with artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, and red onions
Cole Slaw
Redux: Apple Pie à la Mode

Made by... Anja and me (pizzas); Maxime (cole slaw)

New: Hot Dog Pizza!

Photo by Norbert

Friday, May 15, 2020

New York Strip Steak OR Smoky Frittata

Norbert's Choice: Birthday Week

New York Strip Steak OR Smoky Frittata
Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage, Onion, Garlic, and Red Pepper Flakes
 ...with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Rice Pilaf*
Apple Sauce*
Apple Pie à la Mode

Made by... Anja and Maxime (frittata and vanilla ice cream), Anja and me (apple pie)

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Grilled Chicken Thighs OR Redux: White Bean Balls with Barbecue Sauce

Grilled Chicken Thighs OR Redux: White Bean Balls with Barbecue Sauce
Sautéed Arugula with Peach, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Walnuts
Green Goddess Potato Salad

New: Sautéed Arugula with Peach, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Walnuts (by Sandra)

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Soba Noodles with Tofu and Hard-Cooked Eggs

Soba Noodles with Tofu and Hard-Cooked Eggs
 ...with kimchi and scallions in a kombu broth
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage with Shiitake Mushrooms, Scallions, and Ginger

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Monday, May 11, 2020

Turkey OR Lightlife Soy Protein Crumble Tacos

Turkey OR Lightlife Soy Protein Crumble Tacos
 ...or burritos
Creamy Pinto Bean Dip
Beet Greens with Pomegranate Concentrate
Roasted Red and Golden Beets with Orange

Regular: tacos

Sunday, May 10, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Vietnamese-Style Turkey Meatballs OR Braised Tofu

Happy Mother's Day!

Ramen(ish) with Vietnamese-Style Turkey Meatballs OR Braised Tofu
 ...in chicken broth OR miso broth
 ...with scallions
Vegetable Dumplings

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Norbert and Anja (meatballs); Norbert, Anja, Maxime, and me (dumplings)

New: Vietnamese-Style Turkey Meatballs (Based on "Vietnamese-Style Pork Meatballs," by Kay Chun, NYTimes Cooking)

Saturday, May 9, 2020

Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup

Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup
Zucchini and Edamame Salad
Whole Wheat Naan*
Redux: Blueberry Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by.. Anja and me (lentils); Maxime and Anja (salad)

New: Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup (by Yotam Ottolenghi, in Bon Appétit, December 2017, on epicurious.com)


Friday, May 8, 2020

Chickpea and Herb Fatteh

Chickpea and Herb Fatteh
Grilled Fava Beans
Sautéed Broccoli
Toasted Pita Crisps
Blueberry Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream

Made by... Anja (crumble); Maxime (broccoli)

New: Chickpea and Herb Fatteh (by Yotam Ottolenghi, NYTimes Cooking. Published: Jan. 17, 2020)

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Greek Chicken Stew with Cauliflower and Olives OR Redux: Minestrone Soup

Greek Chicken Stew with Cauliflower and Olives

OR Redux: Minestrone Soup
Trader Joe's Garlic Naan

Sautéed Green Beans
Short grain Brown Rice

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Bean Curd with Broccoli

Bean Curd with Broccoli
 ...with Carrots and Shiitake Mushrooms
Short grain Brown Rice

Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Mexican Layered Tortillas and Pinto Beans

Mexican Layered Tortillas and Pinto Beans
Mexican Coleslaw with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Redux: Scottish Shortbread with Orange Custard

New: Mexican Coleslaw with Cilantro Lime Dressing (by Sophia DeSantis on veggiesdontbite.com. Published: October 7, 2019)

Monday, May 4, 2020

One-Pot Braised Chicken OR Tofu with Coconut Milk, Tomato and Ginger

One-Pot Braised Chicken OR Tofu with Coconut Milk, Tomato and Ginger
Lacinato Kale and Spinach with Spiced Yogurt
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja (veg)

New: One-Pot Braised Chicken with Coconut Milk, Tomato and Ginger (by Colu Henry, NYT Cooking)

Sunday, May 3, 2020

Turkey OR Black-Bean Burgers

Turkey OR Black-Bean Burgers
 ...with avocado and tomatoes, and sautéed onion
Salad with Grilled Asparagus, Yellow Bell Peppers, Peas, and Goat Cheese
Dark and Soft Restaurant Dinner Rolls

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Regular: burgers

Saturday, May 2, 2020

Lasagne

Lasagne
Sautéed Broccoli, Carrots, and Onion
Vanilla Ice Cream
Redux: Scottish Shortbread and Orange Custard

Made by... Norbert (fresh pasta); Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

Friday, May 1, 2020

Beans and Greens Polenta Bake

Beans and Greens Polenta Bake
Spicy Tomato Soup
Scottish Shortbread
Redux: Orange Custard

Made by... Anja and me (polenta bake); Anja and Maxime (tomato soup); Anja (shortbread)

New: Beans and Greens Polenta Bake (by Anna Stockwell on epicurious.com, April 2020); Scottish Shortbread (by King Arthur Flour, Whole Grain Baking. Woodstock, VT: Countryman Press, 2006)

Thursday, April 30, 2020

Saffron Chicken with Chickpeas and Almonds (Djaj Qdra Touimiya)

Saffron Chicken with Chickpeas and Almonds (Djaj Qdra Touimiya)
Beets and Oranges with Parsley
Long Grain Brown Rice with Cardamom

Made by... Anja and me (chicken)

New: Saffron Chicken with Chickpeas and Almonds (Djaj Qdra Touimiya) (by Claudia Roden,  The New Book of Middle Eastern Food. New York: Knopf, 2009)

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Japanese Curry with Chicken OR Hard-Cooked Eggs

Japanese Curry with Chicken OR Hard-Cooked Eggs
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja (bok choy)

Regular: curry

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Stir-Fried Red Bell Pepper, Eggplant, and Tofu

Stir-Fried Red Bell Pepper, Eggplant, and Tofu
Sautéed Baby Broccoli
Short grain Brown Rice

Monday, April 27, 2020

Pan-Fried Pork Chops OR Lentil Loaf

Gelukkig Koningsdag!

Pan-Fried Pork Chops OR Lentil Loaf
Roasted Parsnips and Carrots
Mushroom Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Redux: Koningsdag Orange Glazed Eclairs with Orange Cream and Orange Custard

Sunday, April 26, 2020

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Miso Chicken OR Tofu

Ramen(ish) with Grilled Miso Chicken OR Tofu
Grilled Savoy Cabbage
Glazed Red-Topped Turnips
Redux: Koningsdag  Orange Glazed Eclairs with Orange Cream and Orange Custard

Made by... Norbert (noodles); Anja and me (cabbage)

Saturday, April 25, 2020

Afghan Kidney Bean Curry (Lubya)

Afghan Kidney Bean Curry (Lubya)
Sautéed Zucchini with Onion and Tomato
Jasmine Rice and Quinoa
Orange Custard
Redux: Koningsdag Orange Glazed Eclairs with Orange Cream

Made by... Maxime (zucchini); Anja and me (curry); Anja (orange custard)

Friday, April 24, 2020

Pasta with Field Roast Mexican Chipotle Sausages, Butternut Squash, Sage and Brown Butter

Pasta with Field Roast Mexican Chipotle Sausages, Butternut Squash, Sage and Brown Butter
Salmon with Meyer Lemon Herb Panko
Koningsdag  Orange Glazed Eclairs with Orange Cream

Made by... Maxime and me (pasta and sauce); Anja, Maxime and me (eclairs)

Thursday, April 23, 2020

Spicy White Bean Stew with Spinach and Arugula

Spicy White Bean Stew with Spinach and Arugula
Brown Soda Bread

Made by... Anja (all)

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Tofu in Creamy Nut Butter Sauce with Scallions

Tofu in Creamy Nut Butter Sauce with Scallions
Green Beans and Carrots
Carrot Top Pesto
Short Grain Brown Rice

Made by... Anja (carrots prep)

New: Carrot Top Pesto (by Diane Morgan, in Roots: The Definitive Compendium with More Than 225 Recipes. Chronicle Books, 2012. Published online on "Finding Flavor In The Castoff Carrot Top," on All Things Considered, NPR. Published: March 7, 2013.

https://www.npr.org/2013/03/07/173722085/finding-flavor-in-the-castoff-carrot-top


Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Turmeric-Black Pepper Chicken with Zucchini OR Redux: Chickpea Stew with Orzo and Baby Spinach

Turmeric-Black Pepper Chicken with Zucchini OR Redux: Chickpea Stew with Orzo and Baby Spinach
Stir-Fried Nappa Cabbage with Shiitake Mushrooms
Short Grain Brown Rice

New: Turmeric-Black Pepper Chicken with Zucchini (based on "Turmeric-Black Pepper Chicken with Asparagus" by Ali Slagle, in NYTimes Cooking)

Monday, April 20, 2020

Black Bean Tart

Black Bean Tart
Bitter Greens Salad with Melted Cheese

Made by... Anja and me (all)

Regular: Black Bean Tart

Sunday, April 19, 2020

Fresh Pasta with Cauliflower, Spicy Tomato Sauce and Capers

Fresh Pasta with Cauliflower, Spicy Tomato Sauce and Capers
 ...with fresh linguine
Chicken Sausages OR Vegetarian Sausage

Made by... Norbert (fresh pasta); Anja and me (sauce and sausages)

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Spanish Tortilla with Winter Greens and Garlic

Spanish Tortilla with Winter Greens and Garlic
Redux: Butternut Squash Soup
Vermont Whole Wheat Oatmeal Honey Bread

Made by... Anja, Maxime, and me (all)

New: Vermont Whole Wheat Oatmeal Honey Bread (by King Arthur Flour on kingarthurflour.com)

Friday, April 17, 2020

Roasted Tangy-Gingery Turkey Leg OR Redux: Roasted Cauliflower, Paneer, and Lentil Salad

Roasted Tangy-Gingery Turkey Leg OR Redux: Roasted Cauliflower, Paneer, and Lentil Salad
Warm Cabbage Salad with Apples and Walnuts
Grilled Pineapple
Oven Fries

Made by... Maxime, Anja, and me (cabbage salad); Anja and me (fries, pineapple)

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Red Lentil Soup with Lemon

Red Lentil Soup with Lemon
Broccoli with Onion
Short Grain Brown Rice

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Silky Pork and Cumin Stew OR Redux: Smoky Frittata

Silky Pork and Cumin Stew OR Redux: Smoky Frittata
Roasted Broccolini
Cheesy Grits

New: Silky Pork and Cumin Stew (by Claire Saffitz on bonappetit.com. Published: October 2018); Cheesy Grits (by Alton Brown on foodnetwork.com)



Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Vegetarian MapoTofu

Vegetarian MapoTofu
 ...with mushrooms and peas
Broccoli with Garlic and Broccoli
Short Grain Brown Rice

Monday, April 13, 2020

One-Pot Mujadara With Leeks and Greens

One-Pot Mujadara With Leeks and Greens
Roasted Beets with Chiles, Ginger, Yogurt and Indian Spices

New: One-Pot Mujadara With Leeks and Greens (by Melissa Clark in "A Humble Lentil Dish Not Just for Hippies," in NYTimes Cooking. Published: June 14, 2013)