Save money and time by cooking a pot of mushrooms and garlic, then freezing the results in ice-cube trays. Pop a few of these umami bombs into sauces and stew to deepen flavor. Save time by chopping a big batch mushrooms and garlic in a food processor instead of by hand every day Save money […]
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Spicy Sombrero Salad
This main-dish salad comes together in twenty minutes or less, using pantry ingredients and fresh greens. No special cooking skills needed and easily adapted to use what you have on hand. Get zing from the salsa, crunch from the seeds or nuts, umami from the beans and green onion, and sweetness from the raisins and […]
How to Cook Millet
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 […]
Almond Thumbprint Cookies with Jam and Chocolate
These quick, high-protein cookies combine three of my favorite flavors: shortbread, raspberry, and chocolate. Because they are wheat-free, dairy-free, and egg-free, they avoid many allergy and dietary issues. Their fat, protein, and fiber content makes them filling, so they work well after a light meal. This could be just the recipe you need to delight […]
Black Lentil Burgers (Gooshy Burgers)
This saucy burger filling made with black lentils updates one of my childhood favorite meals. My Mom made Gooshy Burgers with browned ground beef and canned French onion soup. My version has all the comfort and yum but without the fat and cholesterol. Add Worcestershire sauce, red onions, and spices for deep flavor without the […]
Chickpea Nomelets with Greens and Mushrooms
A nomelet is a savory pancake wrapped around a hearty filling, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal. This version updates a classic Cook for Good recipe to make it Nutritarian friendly. I took out the oil and added mushrooms. I also switched from yellow onions to red ones for more phytonutrients. Because this […]
