Category Archives: Lunch

Meatless Monday: Seitan Pot Pie

As I have said many times before, while I don’t cook meat (aside from seafood) in my own kitchen, I don’t consider myself a vegetarian, as I still eat meat products now and then. More and more that seems less … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Vegetarian Crock Pot Chili

Winter around here in the Pacific Northwest – it lingers. In this particular valley, we have some trickery that happens every February, where a stretch of 3 to 4 days will bring warmth, sunshine, and the hint of spring. Folks … Continue reading

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A Meaty Veggie Burger

When someone says “veggie burger,” I envision this perfectly round, frozen patty. Perhaps laden with black beans, whole grains, and duh – veggies. And then I silently say, “yuck,” because burgers are not in the realm of my preferred meals. … Continue reading

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Black-Eyed Peas

Happy New Year, folks! Do you have traditional foods you eat to welcome the new year? My mom is Japanese and one of the traditional dishes served to bring prosperity and good luck for the coming year is nishime – … Continue reading

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2013: My Favorite Recipes

We’re getting close to the end of 2013. I am not one for making resolutions, as I fully believe in working to make myself better year-round, without set deadlines. It’s an ongoing challenge. Of course there are things I’d like … Continue reading

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Best of 2013: Your Favorites

  Alright, friends. 2013 is coming to a close and the year has been filled with foods of all varieties. I decided to do a roundup of your reader-favorite recipes from the last year. I enjoyed revisiting some of these … Continue reading

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A Delicious Mediterranean Pizza

When we were trying to decide on what to have for Christmas dinner I voted for homemade pizza. One, because I’ve got it down to an art that feels hassle-free. Two, because it tastes good (seeing as pizza is my … Continue reading

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Gluten and Grain Free Banana Pancake(s) for One Lady (or Sir)

When it comes to being in the kitchen, I’ve admitted that I have issues with micromanaging anyone else who may want to help. I work better alone when it comes to cooking. Give me some music and an empty kitchen … Continue reading

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Baked Artichoke Squares

In the food world, I understand that Thanksgiving is a big deal. There are so many dishes to give your attention to, so much time to spend on preparing and planning. This year, however, Thanksgiving was a small ordeal for us. … Continue reading

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Vegetarian Thai Chick’n Pizza

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. I have the cranberry sauce done, pie crust ready to be baked, sweet potato pie filling ready to fill said crust… the artichoke squares are ready for the oven, along with some apple sage veggie sausage stuffing. … Continue reading

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