Monthly Archives: October 2009

Zucchini Casserole

By elizabeth | Published: October 31, 2009

Believe it or not, I did not always love the flavor of the zucchini. Growing up my mother made zucchini casserole often, and as my palette became more sophisticated, I slowly fell in love with this green wonder called the zucchini. Thanks Mom! During the colder months, this hearty dish will warm you up and [...]

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Potato Leek Soup

By elizabeth | Published: October 26, 2009

Fall is my favorite season of the year, as the leaves change and bring such vibrant colors to our landscape. Fall’s arrival has also brought some chilly temperatures with it, making it the perfect time to enjoy a warm cup of soup. We had our first harvest of leeks this week, which are in the [...]

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Thai “Chicken” Won-tons

By elizabeth | Published: October 19, 2009

Cooking with soy meats will allow you to make your favorite dishes the vegetarian way, and should not be intimidating. Soy meats used to be harder to find and were usually only available at a specialty supermarket. Nowadays, many soy meats can be found in the freezer or refrigerator section at your local grocery stores. [...]

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Stuffed Zucchini

By elizabeth | Published: October 7, 2009

I am sure you have gathered that zucchini is my favorite vegetable, and can be prepared so many different ways. This recipe is packed with protein and perfectly balanced between sweet (currants and cranberries) and savory (almonds, pine nuts and whole grain rice) with each bite. This creation is great for entertaining, as it can [...]

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