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Grilled Eggplant

May 4, 2021 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

eggplant slices grilling on a George Foreman grill

I scored a George Foreman grill at a thrift shop for three bucks. I love how quickly it grills vegetables, especially eggplant. I eat them hot off the grill as a side dish. These tender grilled eggplant slices would be excellent layered with tomato sauce for eggplant casserole or eggplant subs. About the George Foreman […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: eggplant, grilling, quick, summer

Pepper Bash

February 14, 2021 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

Bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms in a heart-shaped bowl with corn chips

Cook peppers, onions, mushrooms, and salsa together to give yourself a flavorful jump-start on meals all week. This super-nutritious mix works well in tacos or burritos, sandwiches, with pasta, and even as a side dish or dip. The mushrooms cook down to create a savory base rich in umami. It’s hard to believe that this […]

Filed Under: Core, Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: bell peppers, mushrooms, red onions

Kale and Cabbage 7 Ways

March 30, 2020 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

bowl of cooked kale and cabbage topped with sriracha sauce

I cooked up a big pot of basic kale and cabbage, then heated it up through the week with different additions for variety. My Taster appreciated the mild flavor of the cabbage. I like the cook-ahead aspect and how healthy this is, with no added fat and loads of fiber and phytonutrients. The basic kale […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: cabbage, cook ahead, greens, kale

How to Cook Millet

February 21, 2020 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

Hulled millet tastes a bit like corn, with a pleasantly chewy texture. This whole grain cooks faster than most, making it a great weeknight choice. Millet answers the question of “what goes underneath this stew?” now that we’re having rice no more than twice a week. It’s a pretty choice for Buddha bowls too, nestled […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: millet, quick, whole-grains

Thanksgiving Stuffing – Vegan!

November 24, 2019 by Linda Watson Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving stuffing with gravy

Stuffing with gravy and a spoonful of cranberry sauce — that’s the foundation of my dream Thanksgiving dinner. But until now, I didn’t have a good recipe for a dairy-free, delectable stuffing to share. My new vegan Thanksgiving stuffing: Tastes buttery rich, with plenty of sage and thyme Uses a new trick to blend up […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: bread, chickpeas, fall, holidays, stuffing, Thanksgiving

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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