Tag: vegetarian

Smashed Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean) Salad

Smashed Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean) Salad

A texture kaleidoscope of smashed chickpeas, crunchy vegetables and crisp pickle bits held together with a bright squirt of lemon juice and just enough mayo to keep it together.

Spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino

Spaghetti aglio olio e peperoncino

My absolutely favorite! Spaghetti tossed with garlic poached in beautiful Italian extra virgin olive with specks of dried red pepper flakes, freshly ground black pepper, and briny pepperoncini. All topped in a floof of grated cheese.

Zhudra: Middle Eastern Lentil & Rice Soup

Zhudra: Middle Eastern Lentil & Rice Soup

Earthy lentils, umami-rich caramelized [to the point of mahogany bliss] onions, and lots of black pepper combine to make one of my all-time favorite soups. Add french fries and you’ll be everyone’s new fave.