by Anne Papina on February 27, 2013
As I sit here writing this post, I chuckle at how I suspect my friends will react when they see a vegan recipe coming through. You see, I come from a long line of meat eaters. Heck, I just went in with a couple of friends on a split-quarter of an organic, grass-fed cow. Yep, […]
by Anne Papina on June 5, 2008
(ARA) – Skyrocketing gas prices and escalating grocery costs have put getting more for a dollar top-of-mind for many consumers. Many Americans are tailoring their grocery shopping lists to ensure they get more bang for their buck. That means purchasing items that provide the best nutritional punch for their value. Luxury items like prepackaged or […]
by Anne Papina on June 5, 2008
(ARA) – Summer is synonymous with outdoor picnics, barbeques and entertaining family and friends. This year, instead of grilling up the same barbeque staples, experiment with tapas-style recipes that are light and sensible and embrace the flavors of the season. Your guests will sure be satisfied by these, small, tasty and distinctive food choices. Tapas, […]
by Anne Papina on July 23, 2007
(ARA) – As summer festivities and cookouts get underway, you may want to add a twist to your entertaining. Consider throwing a fun-filled Mexican fiesta themed get-together. Traditional Mexican gatherings are abuzz with music, laughter and vibrant colors — and of course, no fiesta is complete without great food. To lessen the stress of party […]
by Anne Papina on October 6, 2004
This is fairly easy to make, not to mention it’s very easy on the budget too! Potato Onion Flat Pie Save Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 45 mins Author: Anne Papina Serves: 6-8 Ingredients Filling 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cups sliced red […]
by Anne Papina on October 6, 2004
Grilled Vegetable Fajitas Save Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 30 mins Recipe type: Main Serves: 10 Ingredients 1 large eggplant, cut into ½ inch cubes 2 bell peppers, halved, deribbed, seeded, and cut into 1 inch squares 2 zucchinis cut into ½ inch cubes 1 red onion […]
by Anne Papina on September 12, 2003
Use with Vegetarian Split Pea Soup! Quick Vegetable Stock Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour 15 mins Author: Adapted from Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone Recipe type: Soup Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 2 leeks, washed & coarsely chopped 2 med onions, peeled & coarsely […]
by Anne Papina on September 12, 2003
Almost an afterthought, I tossed some Mezzetta tamed jalapenos in this soup, and the resulting dish had an amazing flavor — definitely worth trying. Of course, some folks need to have a little meat in their split pea soup, and chopped prosciutto (served on the side) is just the right flavor and weight to blend […]
by Anne Papina on March 4, 2003
This recipe is contributed by my cousin Kirk. Asparagus Frittata Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 45 mins Author: Kirk Cheda Recipe type: Main Ingredients 1 12-oz bunch slender asparagus, rinsed and trimmed 1 tbsp. olive oil ½ cup sliced green onions ¼ cup diced seeded red […]
by Anne Papina on July 31, 1999
Spicy Grilled Tofu Save Print Contributed with permission by the National Honey Board and ARA Content. Author: National Honey Board Recipe type: Main Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 14-ounce package. extra-firm tofu, drained and cut lengthwise into eight slices ½ cup fresh lime juice ⅓ cup honey ¼ cup soy sauce 2 teaspoons chili paste […]