Author: Monica

Beans, legumes & grains

Masaman Hummus (Oil-Free!)

Hello world, and all of the beautiful people in it. Here’s a fun fact for you: I F-ing LOVE curry. Thai, Indian, mild, insanely spicy, authentic, Americanized, you name it. I love the depth of the flavors, the soupy goodness, all of the surprising ingredients snuck in there. Just thinking about it makes me drool […]

Pasta

California “BLT” Pasta

Well folks, it happened again. I decided to try something new, and couldn’t find a recipe to satisfy my curiosity. What else is new? Shocking as this may be, I have not had a lot of experience with tempeh. The last time, prior to this week, that I attempted it, I was still a wee, […]

Beans, legumes & grains

Spicy Mole-Chipotle Lentils

Ah, lentils. Tiny, cheap, delicious. Growing up, I had no experience with lentils. I think I had some vague idea that they were either the staple of hippy communes or old-world peasants, but in my small-town naivety I couldn’t be sure. Shame to my childishness. Lentils are actually considered one of humanity’s oldest food sources, […]

Soups, Stews, Etc

Blow-your-mind Curried Summer Squash Soup

Who says butternut should be the only soup squash? Summer squash is an unsung hero with a light taste that is complemented by a vibrant blend of spices to take it over the edge into holy s#!t status. Dear reader, I hear your objections all the way over here. “Hot soup in the summer? Pure […]

Sauces and Dressings

But I Can’t Live Without Sour Cream!

(Hey lovelies, just wanted you give you a head’s up that links to items in this post are affiliate links. I’ve only included things I personally buy, and you won’t be charged extra should you choose to purchase them. I will receive a small commission if you do, but I use these as much for […]