Another great recipe from this book! And just when I’m getting into this eat local, eat free range, etc. mode, my eldest came to me tonight and said “What would you think if I became a vegetarian?” I said I was fine with that and could certainly keep her well fed, but wanted to know…
Vegetarian
Tomato Pie
Last year I made a tomato pie and decided to repeat it again this summer, as tomatoes are in full bloom right now. I couldn’t remember which recipe I followed last year so opted for Laurie Colwin’s version out of More Home Cooking: A Writer Returns to the Kitchen this time. I loved it. The…
Lo Mein with Bean Sprouts
This is one of those funny dishes that I like when I make it at home, but I’ve never yet actually ordered it in a restaurant. Actually, I rarely order anything in a restaurant that I can cook at home. I mean, what’s the point? I don’t eat out much and am not going to…
Broccoli and Tofu in Spicy (or Not) Peanut Sauce
A currently inactive blogger posted this recipe back in March I think. Her blog’s not a food blog or I’d link to it, but since she’s not posting anymore I’m not sure what she’d like. If I hear from her, I’m happy to add a link back. I modified her recipe by frying tofu. I…
Summer Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Onion, and Basil
This is one of my favorite dinners in the summer, when I can walk out in the garden and pick the tomatoes just before dinner. My girls won’t eat it with the onions so I only put them in when they’re gone. I’m not sure about measurements since I just chop enough tomatoes and cook…