To be honest, I think I just needed to make something that included Sichuan Pepeprcorns. I’ve had them for a while, but haven’t really used them. This dish is a bit of a mash-up of a few things, and is full of veggie goodness!
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Sichuan Eggplant and Green Beans
Wednesday, April 4th, 2012Greek Fakkes (Lentil Soup)
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Eating vegetarian can sometimes be tricky, because you have to really think about ways of getting the protein you need. On the other hand, I know so many meat eaters that don’t get enough of the nutrients you usually get from veggies! Hahaha. I guess we’re really all in the same boat here.
In the winter months, it’s easier to remember to eat legumes because they are perfect in hearty, warming dishes like Fakkes (Greek lentil soup).
Poblano Pozole
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012
The main reason I chose to make Pozole is for the hominy, or what I’ve been describing as “big-ass corn”.
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Daring Braised Fennel
Wednesday, March 14th, 2012
This month’s Daring Cooks’ challenge is to braise something. I’m not sure if I’ve ever braised anything before – maybe by accident. Instead of taking my chance with something meaty, I chose one of my favourite, under-appreciated veggies – fennel.
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Argentinian Alfajores with Dulce de Leche
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
This is me totally cheating, because I didn’t lift a finger to make these! Let’s say I delegated a little…
These alfajores are sweet and crumbly, and filled with tooth-shattering dulce de leche. Also, they are great with Scotch.
