I also have a more traditional garbanzada recipe that uses chorizo. Either way, you wind up with a garlicky, spicy chickpea dish. Whether it’s real chorizo, which is made up of all kinds of meat odds and ends, or whether it’s seasoned soy, it is seasoning that’s important. 1 package (12 ounces) Frieda’s Soyrizo1 small… Continue reading Garbanzada with Soyrizo
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Braised Sweet Potato and Kidney Bean Soup (vegweb.com)
There was a time when I was looking for interesting vegan recipes on the web. I found some on Vegweb.com, which is a UK vegan website, and where I got this recipe. (There is one that I myself contributed to the website, and it can be found elsewhere on this blog.) 1 medium onion, chopped3… Continue reading Braised Sweet Potato and Kidney Bean Soup (vegweb.com)
Ditalini and Bean Soup (Ronzoni)
Ditalini is one of those “spoon pastas” as I call them, and is shaped in quarter-inch long cylinders. 2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups (approximately ½ pound) cubed, cooked ham½ cup chopped onion1 clove garlic, minced6 cups water3 ½ cups (28 ounce can) tomato sauce3 cups (2 15-ounce cans) great northern beans, undrained1 tablespoon chopped fresh… Continue reading Ditalini and Bean Soup (Ronzoni)
Chickpea and Pasta Soup (Goya)
In this recipe I referred to something called “spoon pasta”. It’s just our family for any kind of macaroni that one eats exclusively with a spoon – elbow macaroni, ditalini, tubettini, or small shells, to name four. For soup, use whatever makes you smile the day you’re at the supermarket. 1 can (16 ounces) chickpeas,… Continue reading Chickpea and Pasta Soup (Goya)
Black and White Soup
1 quart chicken broth1 medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped1 can (16 ounces) cannellini beans, drained1 can (16 ounces) black beans, drained1 head escarole, leaves separated and and washed3 tablespoons olive oil½ teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon black pepper1 bay leaf Sauté onions and garlic in oil until onion is translucent. Add beans and chicken broth, and… Continue reading Black and White Soup
Rich Minestrone (The Frugal Gourmet)
This is a great, hearty soup, and not a character in The Godfather (I can make that joke, I’m Italian). The Frugal Gourmet complimented this recipe with one of his favorite phrases, “This is peasant food!” You see, out of necessity, peasants used all kinds of simple and cheap ingredients, to make nourishing food for… Continue reading Rich Minestrone (The Frugal Gourmet)
Lentil Stew with Turnip Greens
1 pound dried lentils3 – 6 medium carrots, chopped3 – 4 stalks celery with leaves, chopped2 medium onions, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil2 cloves garlic, pressed or crushed¼ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon marjoram1 can (28-ounce) crushed tomatoes with basil2 cups water4 cups canned low-sodium, low-fat chicken broth1 large bunch turnip greens, washed, large stems removed Sort… Continue reading Lentil Stew with Turnip Greens
Chili-Rubbed Salmon Steaks
Also see Molasses-Glazed Halibut with Grilled Pineapple and Basa française, other recipes found in ShopRite in 2004. “Don’t limit grilling to just burgers and hot dogs. This flavorful salmon dish is quick and easy to prepare on the grill, too. Easy Recipe:1 tablespoon olive oil4 salmon steaks, 4 ounces each1 ½ teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon… Continue reading Chili-Rubbed Salmon Steaks
Tunisian Tuna On Couscous
1 box (10 ounces) plain couscous¼ teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil2 medium zucchini, cut into ¾" chunks1 medium onion, cut in narrow strips1 can (19 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed1 can (16 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 can (6 ounces) solid light tuna, drained8 large pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced Cook couscous according to… Continue reading Tunisian Tuna On Couscous
Tilapia Veracruz
2 tablespoons olive oil2 green bell peppers, cut into strips1 medium onion, sliced1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with jalapenos½ teaspoon oregano½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce4 tilapia fillets (approximately 1 ½ pounds)½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cups hot, cooked white rice Heat oven to 350°. Spray a 13" x 9" x 2"… Continue reading Tilapia Veracruz
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