We loosely followed this recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/foul-mudammas-recipe/ Our modifications: first, we halved the recipe. Second, we used a 14.5 can of fava beans, which we drained before adding to a small pot with 1 Tbsp water. Third, we added 1 minced garlic clove at the same time as the ½ tsp cumin. We partially mashed the… Continue reading Egyptian fava beans (ful mudammes)
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Roasted vegetable makloubeh (Palestinian upside-down rice)
We tried this recipe: https://plantbasedfolk.com/maqlouba/ Our modifications: first, we prepared ½ large cauliflower (cut into ½" thick small florets), one Russet potato (peeled, ½" thick slices), one red bell pepper (seeded and cut into ½" vertical slices), and one red onion (cut into ½" vertical slices), tossed in 1-2 Tbsp canola oil, seasoned lightly with… Continue reading Roasted vegetable makloubeh (Palestinian upside-down rice)
Roasted butternut squash and black bean tacos
We halved the black bean portion (to one drained and rinsed 14.5 oz can black beans plus 1/3 cup drained and rinsed pinto beans). Recipe from The Weekday Vegetarians, available at The Weekday Vegetarians: 100 Recipes and a Real-Life Plan for Eating Less Meat: A Cookbook https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593138740/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RZEA4AN2CV7K7F65BN0K (Jan. 2022)
Oven-baked sweet plantain coins
We tried this recipe: https://www.aspicyperspective.com/perfect-baked-plantains/ In our oven, we found 425 too high, so after 10 mins and flipping the plantain coins, we reduced temp to 400 and baked for only 5 additional minutes. (Jan. 2022)
Mushroom meatballs
We tried this vegetarian recipe involving cremini mushrooms and bulgur wheat: https://kitchenconfidante.com/mushroom-meatballs. We followed the recipe exactly but found the final meatballs a little mushy; perhaps we should have baked at 400 for more than 15 mins. The next time, we may cool the mushroom bulgur mixture in a fine strainer and let sit until… Continue reading Mushroom meatballs
Soy-sauteed mushrooms
This was a quick and tasty side dish: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/58112/mushrooms-with-a-soy-sauce-glaze/ We reduced the butter to 1 Tbsp. We served this with crispy panfried tofu and steamed rice. (Dec. 2021)
Cannellini bean salad with Greek flavors
Inspired by a similar dish from my step-MIL, we tried this recipe: https://www.realgreekrecipes.com/white-bean-salad/ Our modifications: first, to accommodate our 15.5 oz canned low-sodium cannellini beans (which we rinsed and drained), we doubled the dressing (with some exceptions noted below) as follows: 2 garlic cloves, 2 tsp black mustard seeds, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/3… Continue reading Cannellini bean salad with Greek flavors
Oatmeal with caramelized pear
We tried this recipe: https://minimalistbaker.com/brown-sugar-pear-steel-cut-oats/ Based on our pantry, we made the full oatmeal recipe (using steel-cut oats) but halved the pear recipe. We also ran out of standard brown sugar (fine granulation, slightly moist), so we used 1 Tbsp natural brown sugar (medium granulation) plus 1 tsp dark molasses. We covered the pear mixture… Continue reading Oatmeal with caramelized pear
Smoky lentil stew with potatoes and leeks
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1021588-smoky-lentil-stew-with-leeks-and-potatoes?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share The recipe called for 5 potatoes without specifying weight; we used 3 medium Russets, which was more than enough. At the end of cooking, we added 1.5 Tbsp pomegranate balsamic vinegar and ½ tsp sugar for brightness. (Dec. 2021)
North African bean stew with barley and winter squash
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017916-north-african-bean-stew-with-barley-and-winter-squash?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We found that 2 cups diced butternut squash = half of a medium. We did add 1 cup of broth (for a total of 12 cups) at the end (to make it soupier) and balanced with red wine vinegar and a dash of sugar. We served with fresh lemon wedges.… Continue reading North African bean stew with barley and winter squash
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