Tag Archives: Kale

Tomato, Kale, Gruyere and Bread Casserole

If you want something hot, easy and loaded with veggies, give this French-style casserole a try! Here’s what you need: 2 bunches kale, stems removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 cup white wine … Continue reading

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Moroccan Lentil and Garbanzo Bean Stew

Warm and comforting, flavorful and beautifully spiced, this stew was a real winner. Here’s what you need: 1/3 cup olive oil 2 ribs of celery, diced 1 medium brown onion, diced 2 tablespoons grated ginger (I used the kind that … Continue reading

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Mokimo

To meet her newest grandson, Simon’s Cucu (pronounced sho-sho), his grandmother from Kenya, came to visit.  In an attempt to make some Kenyan food, Patrick and I darted around the kitchen and made mokimo, a dish that combines potatoes, corn … Continue reading

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Herbed Veggie and Rice Casserole

So sorry it’s been forever since I’ve posted!  I’ve been cooking a bit – but I have this little one attached to my chest at all times, so it’s been hard to find the time.  He’s a great “helper” in … Continue reading

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Tomato and Fennel Stewed Italian Turkey Sausages

The first time I made this recipe was a few months back.  It was sooo good, and when I went to find it on my blog to replicate it, I realized I had never posted it!  Alas, here it is.  … Continue reading

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California Style Warm Bread Casserole with Kale, Turkey Sausage, Dates and Almonds (also known as stuffing)

For Thanksgiving, the NY Times posted an article providing a recipe for each of the fifty states.  California’s recipe, not surprisingly, incorporated kale, dates, and sourdough bread, and was inspired by California chef Suzanne Goin (try her restaurants, including Lucques, … Continue reading

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Bibimbap (Korean Fried Rice)

Bibimbap is one of those satisfying, all-in-one type dishes that once you have it, you want it again and again.  I came across a recipe that made bibimbap into a homemade, healthier, vegetarian version.  I have now made it about … Continue reading

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Wild Rice Gratin

On December 25th, Ash and I, the Jewish wifeys, got together with Brock and Patrick, our husbands, to celebrate Christmas.  We started with a hike with Dakota and then cooked up a feast.  We made lamb chops, salad, homemade bread, … Continue reading

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Sweet and Warm Potato and Kale Salad

Sorry it has been so long since my last post!  I must confess, I have done some cooking between then and now, but have been in such a whirlwind that I didn’t get a chance to take photos.  I can … Continue reading

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Healthy Mashed Potatoes with Kale

This recipe was inspired by my favorite food blog, and new favorite cookbook, Sprouted Kitchen (blog:  http://www.sproutedkitchen.com/; cookbook:  http://www.amazon.com/The-Sprouted-Kitchen-Tastier-Whole/dp/1607741148).  The blog and cookbook are wonderful combinations of tasty food, healthy ingredients, and manageable preparations.  This side dish was especially tasty. … Continue reading

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