Tag Archives: whole foods

What Not to do with a Pretty Radish PLUS Balsamic and Roasted Garlic Bean Dip to Eat up With a Spoon

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Head Chef

I make a delicious bean dip and also a big stink. Continue reading →

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Caribbean Style Black Bean Stew and Some Rules

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Head Chef

Amidst a bunch of major life changes in less than a year, (moving, going back to work, getting a divorce), I’ve lost 20-some pounds (yay!) and gained five back (boo). Before my friends chime in, I’ll acknowledge that I wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Acorn Squash with Quinoa Stuffing

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Head Chef

I don’t know why more people don’t eat quinoa on a regular basis. This grain-like superfood has a subtle nutty flavor and a little toothiness missing from boring old rice or couscous. And notice the shape: adorable little balls with … Continue reading →

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Smokey Tofu Soba Noodles and The Slightly Less Ice Cream Diet™

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Head Chef

Dieting Kitchsplosion style. Continue reading →

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Curried Pasta Salad: No Mayo Here

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Head Chef

I’m just going to come out and say it, even if it is the day after Memorial Day and it may reveal me to be un-American: I hate mayo. It’s not some kind of partially vegan habit or a holier-than-thou … Continue reading →

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Who’s Making the Frittata? And the Ethics of Eggs

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Head Chef

Thoughts on who’s making dinner and polemic on eggs. Continue reading →

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Moosewood Lentil Burgers with Vegan Chipotle Aioli

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Head Chef

Try my vegan chipotle aioli on your next sandwich
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Portobello Caps with Romesco Sauce

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Head Chef

Easy vegan dish suitable for grilling season Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Lentil Bolognese and a Confession

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Head Chef

Kitchsplosion readers want to know, where’s the mess? Confession: Generally it gets cleaned up before any photos are taken. To be honest, dear readers, I didn’t want to scare you away. If you saw what the process looked like, I … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Good Vegetarian Mushroom Onion Gravy

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Head Chef

This one might convert your carnivorous friends to vegetarianism. Or at least make them wonder why people usually use meat drippings to make gravy. There’s a story behind this gravy. (Isn’t there always?) It began with loaf. I never understood … Continue reading →

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