Homemade Sauerkraut

Homemade Sauerkraut

When you learn how easy it is to make your own homemade sauerkraut in your own kitchen, you will never buy it again! Especially knowing that it is way healthier for you, too. Why? Because the store bought version loses a lot of its probiotic Read more…

Greek Lemon Chickpea Soup

Greek Lemon Chickpea Soup

Recently I learned about this Greek lemon chickpea soup (also known as ravithia) and ever since I tried making it I am now hooked! It’s hearty and bright with good lemony flavor, kissed with subtle notes of oregano and bay leaf. And not only is Read more…

Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Chinese Scallion Pancakes

If you like something thin, crispy, flaky and bursting with savory scallion flavor through every layer, then you have to try Chinese scallion pancakes! These hot tasty flatbreads go great with any meal, but they are a superb choice for an appetizer or fancy snack. Read more…

Eggplant Spaghetti

Eggplant Spaghetti

If you think eggplant is a bland and boring vegetable, then I am sure this eggplant spaghetti will change your mind very fast. Not only is it quick and easy, but you can enjoy it any time of year. Even better, it’s easy on the Read more…

Meatless Tourtière ~ Vegan Meat Pie

Meatless Tourtière ~ Vegan Meat Pie

Even if you are a meat eater, I think you will enjoy this Meatless Tourtière recipe. And not only is it meatless, but it is completely vegan from crust to filling. It has no butter, no eggs or no milk. This makes it a perfect Read more…

Fasolada – Greek White Bean Soup

Fasolada – Greek White Bean Soup

Fasolada is a Greek white bean soup that hails from Greece. As most countries have some signature version of bean soup. Italy claims fame with Pasta al Fagioli and India keeps things forever aromatic with Curried Dal, to name a couple. This simple yet delightful Read more…

Red Lentil Curry (Masoor Dal)

Red Lentil Curry (Masoor Dal)

Of all the dals in Indian cuisine, red lentil dal (or masoor dal) is probably the easiest and fastest to make. This is because red lentils do not require any soaking or cooking ahead of time. And since they cook in under 30 minutes, they Read more…

Curried Cauliflower & Potatoes with Peas (Aloo Gobi Matar)

Curried Cauliflower & Potatoes with Peas (Aloo Gobi Matar)

Aloo gobi matar is an Indian side dish that is so classic, you can almost always find it on restaurant menus. It’s not only great as a side dish but as a light meal in itself. It’s quick and easy to prepare and heats up Read more…

Turkish Style Green Beans

Turkish Style Green Beans

I am not crazy about green beans. They’re usually expensive, spoil fast and take forever to prep. There is however one way I eat them, and that’s Turkish style, or Taze Fasulye. You saute onions, garlic and carrots then add tomatoes. This becomes a light Read more…

The Best Veggie Burger (it’s vegan too)

The Best Veggie Burger (it’s vegan too)

This veggie burger recipe is my favorite for so many reasons, I don’t know where to begin! First, it’s not mushy and tastes so good even carnivores like myself enjoy them. It also doesn’t use ingredients that need to be ordered online. If you can Read more…