Category Archives: Lunch

Meatless Monday: Veggie Yakiudon

Although we eat a lot of Mexican food around here, there are some things I enjoy much more…  Noodles, for instance, are at the top of the list. It almost doesn’t matter the type or the particular cuisine. Maybe it’s … Continue reading

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Day to Day Life: Week Thirty-One

Here’s a little peek at the last week: With a series of lightning and thunderstorms that hit around here this week, the skies have been lit up, smokey, magical and hauntingly beautiful. My new favorite Party Party iPhone app does … Continue reading

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Tomato and Herb Pizza

Sometimes it seems unfortunate to me, that during this time of year, when the produce is at its peak, plentiful in the garden or markets, and completely versatile as far as what’s available, there are many summer days where the … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Spinach, Artichoke and Mushroom Ravioli

Recently, I asked Vincent what he wanted for dinner? “Ummm… ravioli?” If there’s one thing I love about this kid (sure, there are many things, but we’ll just chat about this one right now), it’s his unfailing ability to ask … Continue reading

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Crispy Baked Parmesan Zucchini

For first-time gardeners, or the hesitant gardener, there is always the zucchini plant. It takes a mere single plant to happily satisfy a small family’s cravings through the growing season. Last year I made the mistake of planting four zucchini … Continue reading

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Hawaii Shoyu Seitan

In Hawai’i, shoyu (Japanese soy sauce) chicken is a classic dish well-known by locals. It’s often a main dish option for the beloved plate lunch. Plate lunches are a staple in the cuisine of Hawai’i. These plates typically consist of … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday : Vegetarian Chik’n Pot (Hand)Pies

Last night, I dreamt that someone told me I had to bake a lemon meringue pie. In a state of complete panic, I exclaimed “I’ve never made a lemon meringue pie in my life! How do I get those little … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Bacon Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese

The other day I was on the cross trainer at the gym and bam! vegetarian bacon cheeseburger mac and cheese popped into my brain from god-knows-where. As I added up the miles in my workout, all I could think about … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Pesto Mushroom Pizza

Today is my last day of being 28. Truth be told, it feels like one of those super non-monumental birthdays. 29: it’s not quite 30, but far enough from 21 that the need to overindulge feels unnecessary. I prefer a … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday : Creamy Sweet Corn Risotto

If you have never had fresh sweet corn, raw, please get on that right now. Sweet white corn has begun showing up in our local grocery stores and I couldn’t be more excited. A couple things tell me we’re heading … Continue reading

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