A light and refreshing salad. This is a wonderful spin on rice. INGREDIENTS: 4 c vegetable broth salt and pepper 2 c rice, rinsed and drained 1/4 c maple syrup 2 tbsp soy sauce juice of 1 lemon zest of 1 lemon Juice of 1 orange zest of 1 orange 1 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 c toasted… Continue reading Citrus Rice Salad
Month: February 2018
Penne Pasta With Asparagus And Cherry Tomatoes
This is a very simple dish that is perfect for summer. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb penne pasta ( I use spinach or beet pasta) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 c cherry tomatoes, halved 3/4 c peas, thawed 1/2 c vegetable broth 2 tbsp basil leaves, chopped… Continue reading Penne Pasta With Asparagus And Cherry Tomatoes
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Coconut Couscous With Nuts And Dried Fruit
This is a sweet pasta dish and it is absolutely delicious. It is super easy to make and has a ton of flavor. This is a dish that I make on occasion as a treat. I would label this dish as a dessert. INGREDIENTS: 2 c water 1/3 cup canned coconut milk 1/2 c coconut sugar… Continue reading Coconut Couscous With Nuts And Dried Fruit
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Rosemary Couscous With Bell pepper And Garlic
Sometimes we don't have time to throw together a big lunch or dinner. This recipe is easy and clean and it tastes great. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tsp rosemary, minced 2 clove garlic, minced 1/4 c bell pepper, chopped very fine salt and pepper 2 c couscous DIRECTIONS: In a medium saucepan combine the… Continue reading Rosemary Couscous With Bell pepper And Garlic
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Wacky Mac Pasta Salad
This is a fun spin on the pasta salad. I adore this salad and I make it a lot. It is not oil free but you can omit the oil if you want. It is still very delicious. It travels well and I take this with me a lot for my lunch. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb… Continue reading Wacky Mac Pasta Salad
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Avocado And Arugula Pesto Pasta
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups arugula 2 avocados 2 cloves garlic, minced juice of 2 limes 1 cup fresh basil, torn salt and pepper to taste 1 box small pasta of choice DIRECTIONS: In a food processor combine all of the ingredients except the pasta and blend until smooth. set aside. Bring a large pot of water… Continue reading Avocado And Arugula Pesto Pasta
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Southern Style Grits
This is a southern traditional dish in the south. It is made from corn and is a staple breakfast item. You can serve grits in numerous ways. This recipe makes a lot of grits that can feed a crowd. You can adapt the measurements for smaller portions. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups water (1 cup water for… Continue reading Southern Style Grits
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Muesli
This is a quick and healthy breakfast when you are short on time. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 c Nuts, Toasted and chopped 1/3 c. oats 2 tbsp dried fruit 1/3 cup warm plant-based milk or water 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 c fresh berries DIRECTIONS: in a large bowl add the toasted nuts, oats, maple syrup, dried… Continue reading Muesli
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Pea Pesto With Grilled Baguette
This is one of my favorite appetizers that I serve at holiday parties or special occasions. It is super easy to make and very delicious. My grandmother would make this for me as a snack when I went to her home to visit. INGREDIENTS: 1 (10 oz) bag of peas, thawed 1 clove garlic, grated… Continue reading Pea Pesto With Grilled Baguette
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Sugar And Spice Nuts
This is a treat that I keep on hand or in my pantry. It is a staple in our house for when we the snack binges. It is simple to make and very good. It is a healthier option for store-bought nut mixes. INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup aquafaba 4 cups nuts of choice ( I use… Continue reading Sugar And Spice Nuts
The Southern Rustic 