Ingredients: 2-3 cups packed kale: Use curly kale or lacinato (dinosaur) kale, stems removed. 1/2 cup nuts: Walnuts, pine nuts, almonds, or pepitas (pumpkin seeds) – toasted for best flavor. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese: Freshly grated is best. For a vegan version, use 2-3 tablespoons nutritional yeast. 2-3 garlic cloves: Adjust to your preference. […]

Ingredients: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) floury potatoes: Choose a variety like Desiree, Russet, or Maris Piper. 2 medium onions: White or yellow onions work well. Fresh herbs: A few sprigs of thyme or rosemary. Sage is also a delicious option. 50g (about 3.5 tablespoons) unsalted butter: Cut into small cubes. 400ml vegetable or chicken stock: […]

Ingredients: Meatball Base: 1 cup cooked lentils (brown or green) 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup walnuts 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 8-ounce package of mushrooms (cremini or button), finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Binders and Seasonings 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed + 5 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 […]

Ingredients: Pork shoulder: 4-5 pound bone-in pork shoulder (also known as Boston butt) Dry rub: 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon yellow mustard powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Liquid: 1 cup […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (or quartered if large) 6-8 ounces thick-cut bacon, diced 1/2 cup cooked chestnuts, roughly chopped 3 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional) 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper to […]

Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas) 1/4 cup tahini 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 1-2 lemons) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste) 1/4 cup ice-cold water (more may be […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Salad: 1 large fennel bulb 2 large oranges 4 ounces (about 4 packed cups) rocket (arugula) 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese Dressing: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon honey (optional) Salt and freshly […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: Aromatics: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level) Spices: 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon smoked paprika […]

Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed 1 tablespoon ghee (or vegetable oil) 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 1 cup frozen peas 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to spice preference) 1/2 teaspoon […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients: For the chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 cup vegetable oil For the sauce: 1/3 cup honey […]