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Lemon Tahini Dressing

March 28, 2021 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

lemon tahini dressing with a salad

Lemon Tahini Dressing brings the brightness of citrus and the magic of umami to salads, roasted vegetables, and baked potatoes. You may be tempted to eat it by the spoonful. This creamy dressing is a dairy-free, climate-friendly alternative to ranch or blue cheese dressing. Save money by using the lemon zest instead of an extra […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Sauce Tagged With: lemon, potatoes, salad dressing, salads, shoyu, tahini

Barbecued Tofu

March 10, 2021 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

grilled and baked tofu on a salad of red cabbage, carrots, and green onions.

Marinate frozen and pressed tofu in this homemade barbeque sauce, then bake or grill it for a healthy and thrifty main dish. (The image above shows baked cubes and a grilled triangle). Use it in sandwiches, on salads, tucked into a taco, or just as the protein anchor for a meal. If you’re in a […]

Filed Under: Entree, Sauce Tagged With: barbecue, tofu

Adzuki Beans in Orange Sauce

February 7, 2021 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

adzuki beans in orange sauce with a fresh orange wedge

Brighten up a winter day with smallish, slightly sweet adzuki beans in zingy orange sauce. This thrifty recipe uses the zest and juice of organic oranges. Adzuki beans cook faster than kidney beans. Adzuki beans originally came from China, Japan, or India more than a thousand years ago, where they are often used in cakes […]

Filed Under: Entree, Recipe, Sauce Tagged With: adzuki beans, cabbage, oranges, winter

Avocado-Lemon Sauce

August 30, 2020 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

Avocado-lemon sauce on whole-wheat noodles with green beans and tomatoes

I wanted a bright, creamy pasta sauce without loads of fat or the heat and work of making a roux. Fortunately, I had a ripe avocado and some raw cashews on hand. With a blender and just six ingredients, including salt and water, I whipped up an updated Alfredo in less than 10 minutes. The […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Sauce Tagged With: avocado, pasta, quick, raw cashews, sauce

Open-Sesame Salad Dressing

August 16, 2020 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

cucumber salad with figs and sliced tomatoes

Do you wish for a nearly free salad dressing that adds depth to light summer salads? Use the sesame oil you spooned out before stirring a new jar of tahini. Combine it with a little rice-wine vinegar and salt for a tasty something-for-nothing recipe. Homemade salad dressing in 3 minutes feels like magic! Nutrition note: […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Sauce Tagged With: salad dressing, sesame oil, something for nothing, summer, tahini

Fat-Free Mushroom Gravy – Bonus Recipe

November 24, 2019 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

Fat-Free Mushroom Gravy in gravy boat

Gravy is the sauce that ties many a feast together. Fat-Free Mushroom Gravy links you to flavor, health, and a panic-free cooking experience. I ladle it over mashed potatoes, stuffing, rice, and even sandwiches. This recipe is part of the Cook for Good Supporting Member Library Your generosity helps make this site possible. Together, we […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Sauce, Side dish Tagged With: bonus, Christmas, comfort food, gluten-free, gravy, mushrooms, Thanksgiving, vegan

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