Category: Vegetarian

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Super-Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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These are the tastiest Brussels sprouts ever-roasted in a deeply brown in an intense sauce-Recipe No.641 Super-Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts from the Membership Collection.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Brussels Spouts recipes can run the gamut of flavors, I have quite a few recipes here on the Membership Collection, just search “brussels spouts” to see all my recipes. These little cabbages are adorable and sweetest when they are small.

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ROASTING VEGETABLES

Roasting vegetables intensifies their flavors, and in this case the sauce creates a crispy brown profile I have not tasted in any other Brussels spouts recipe. These babies are crispy and flavor packed. I have printed  my take of the original recipe, however, next time I will start with half of the salt, then add additional to taste.

Super-Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts | Bijouxs Little Jewels

TOPPINGS

I like the salty kick of finely grated Parmesan cheese and creamy crunch from the Pine Nuts. So good you will want to sample it right out of the baking dish, like I did. I would serve these alongside simple roasted chicken or plain roasted meats.

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Salty & Sweet Olive Oil Granola

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Yes, another granola recipe for your breakfast enjoyment Salty & Sweet Olive Oil Granola, Recipe No. 635 in the Membership Collection.

SALTY & SWEET

Who does not love granola? I am a granola nut and have a selection to choose from but  LA-Style Granola recipe still reigns supreme! What makes this recipe different is that it’s sweet & salty a great combination. Maple syrup and spices complete the granola. Just a note, when I first made the granola I thought it tasted a bit too salty. however after serving with Almond milk, the balance of salty-sweet was perfect.

Sweet & Salty Granola | Bijouxs Little Jewels

LEMON, LOVE AND OLIVE OIL

This recipe is based on one from Lemon, Love & Olive Oil by Mina Stone. I could not resist and cookbook based on some of my favorite ingredients, what’s not to love? Vegan and gluten free, a nice addition to your breakfast routine. No. 635 in the Membership Collection. 

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Spring Asparagus Soup

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Spring is here, time for health and beauty to begin again. This soup is creamy, yet no dairy products are involved. Basic Pantry ingredients create this healthy every-day soup.

FRESH ASPARAGUS

Now that asparagus is in season I love to grab bunches at the farmer’s market. This easy soup is on my healthy-bowls list, quick and nourishing. The soup comes together quickly with some basic kitchen items.

No. 634 Fresh Asparagus soup from the Membership Collection.
Happy Easter everyone.

 

 

 

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Giant Beans with Tomatoes & Herbs

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Grab a little wintery comfort with a bowl of GIANT BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND HERBS a simple oven bake bursting with flavor-no boring beans here.
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GIGANTE BEANS

Beans pictured here are giant lima beans, which are easy to procure online. The orginal recipe from Andrea Gentl uses a bean called “fasolia gigantes,” which are large white beans used in Greek cuisine, many times in the dish referred to as ‘Gigantes plaki’, which is very similar to this recipe. The Greek beans are available online. This dish is often served as a main course and best of all it is vegan-friendly. *One thing to note is that the beans need to be soaked overnight in lots of fresh water prior to cooking. Do not be tempted to peel off the skins, this will cause the beans to split and become mushy.

TOMATOES AND HERBS

The prepped beans* are baked in an herb-based fresh tomato sauce with oregano, thyme, bay leaf and fresh rosemary. Bake them in a 350° large covered casserole until tender for 2-3 hours, adding extra water as needed. My beans took the full 3 hours and required extra water, but time will depend on the size of your beans.

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GREEK COOKING

This particular recipe originates from a port town on Serifos, although this bean dish is served in many part of Greece. It appears as the term “plaki” pronounced Plah-KEE, refers to a Greek cooking method where the food is baked or roasted with plenty of tomatoes, veggies, and extra virgin olive oil, just as these beans are prepared.

HEALTHY DINNER

This bean dish is healthy, tasty and very satisfying. Serve with lots of extra Greek olive oil and a dense bread with a crisp crust, perfect to mop up the sauces. Simply Beautiful Food from Greece for the home kitchen.

 

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The Market Gardener’s Zucchini and Curry Soup

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My-go to soup in chilly weather, the classic Market Gardener’s Zucchini and Curry Soup. Recipe No. 620 in the Membership Collection.

THE PARIS COOKBOOK

This classic cookbook by Patricia Wells is one I go back to soooo.. many times for recipes, and the star for me is The Market Gardener’s Zucchini and Curry Soup. Another one to mark is “Les Allobrroge’s Braised Lamb Shanks with Garlic” -the four spice rub is amazing. “Slow-Roasted Salmon with Sorrel Sauce” is also a winner-a cookbook worth owning. I know Fall is on its way when my Hydrangea begins to loose its oak shaped leaves.

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SIMPLE SOUP

This zucchini soup is simple, and a quick cook in the kitchen. You can vary the amount of curry, as Patricia notes, I do go for the full tablespoon of curry in my soup. The soup freezes well and is to have a great on-hand.

 

 

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