Green Fettuccine with Asparagus Basil and Butter
This green-on-green pasta is the essence of springtime, and I start to crave it as soon as the first crocuses appear. The combination of asparagus, nutty Parmigiano-Reggiano, and the delicate accent of basil is perfection. In a recipe with just a few ingredients, it is important that all of them be top-notch. Even the butter, […]
Green Fettuccine with Spring Vegetable Ragu
Paola Di Mauro is a renowned Italian home cook and teacher who also owns a winery. For years famous American chefs traveled to her home just outside of Rome to learn her simple approach to cooking. Her kitchen is not equipped with expensive appliances, and her techniques are those of a home cook, not a […]
Fettuccine with Ricotta and Crushed Peas
A package of frozen peas, a scallion, and some ricotta are all it takes to make this creamy sauce. It’s the kind of recipe everyone should have—a handful of ingredients that are quick to put together and look and taste great. Fettuccine with Ricotta and Crushed Peas is a delightful pasta dish that combines the […]
Chocolate Summer Squash Cake
SOY-FREE OPTION* GLUTEN-FREE OPTION** OIL-FREE OPTION*** If you’ve ever grown summer squash, you know that you run out of ways to use it before it even slows down. This recipe is a way to use up all the extra, and you can freeze some of this cake to eat in the winter when you’re dreaming […]
Cherry Basil Crumble Bars
SOY-FREE GLUTEN-FREE OPTION* OIL-FREE OPTION** It’s beans that allow the crust to be oil-free, but it’s the cherries and basil that make them extra special. Cherry Basil Crumble Bars are a delightful combination of sweet cherries, aromatic basil, and a crunchy oat-almond crumble. These bars offer a unique twist on traditional fruit bars, infusing them […]
Coconut Pecan Blondies
SOY-FREE OPTION* GLUTEN-FREE OPTION** These blondies are for special treats. These are not oil-free or sugar-free, but they taste like butterscotch with flecks of coconut and pecans, so they are well worth the splurge! Introducing Coconut Pecan Blondies: a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavors of coconut and pecans into a chewy and indulgent […]
Chocolate Cardamom Cake (Mini Bundts)
SOY-FREE OPTION* GLUTEN-FREE OPTION** What’s not to love about pre-portioned moist chocolate cake? I make a batch, keep two mini cakes to eat, and freeze six for later. And if you are being really good, you can share one with someone special after dinner. Mini bundt cakes are delightful individual-sized desserts that are perfect for […]
Vanilla and Rose Water Parfaits
SOY-FREE OPTION* OIL-FREE GLUTEN-FREE OPTION** The pudding in these parfaits is thick and tastes almost like cheesecake. Sandwiched in between layers of vanilla cookie crumbs, it’s something all your dinner guests will want seconds of. It’s a great mini dessert to serve in shot glasses at your next party. These delightful parfaits combine the creamy […]
Black Bean Fudgesicles
SOY-FREE GLUTEN-FREE OIL-FREE These healthier fudgesicles still taste like your childhood favorites. Fudgesicles are classic frozen treats loved by both kids and adults alike. They are rich, creamy, and full of chocolate flavor. However, this version of fudgesicles has a unique twist – it incorporates the goodness of black beans and coconut milk, making them […]
Ginger Red Bean Popsicles
SOY-FREE OPTION* GLUTEN-FREE OIL-FREE Red bean ice cream was my first introduction to using beans in a dessert recipe. This is that idea veganized and in frozen pop form. The sweetness of red beans combined with the ginger-infused coconut milk is perfect for a hot summer day. This recipe creates delicious Ginger Coconut Red Bean […]