Archive for the ‘ Vegetarian ’ Category

TZATZIKI

Another day, another classic Mediterranean/Middle-Eastern dip, this time Tzatziki, or Cacik as it’s known in Turkey. (It’s certainly not Irish, but at least I’ve got some green going on!)  Whatever you want to call it, this dip stands out as one of my all-time favorites.  Cool, thick Greek-style yogurt is combined with crisp, refreshing cucumbers [ READ MORE ]

POPPY SEED DRESSING

After a weekend of less-than-healthy eating — the Super Bowl has that effect — I figured it was high-time to post one of my all-time favorite salad dressings.  In fact, this dressing is so special that I decided to give it its own post (tune in tomorrow for the perfect salad).  While Italian, ranch and blue cheese [ READ MORE ]

GUACAMOLE

Let me start by saying that this is a recipe for guacamole the way I like to eat it.  Not too chunky, definitely not too smooth, bright with lime juice, and not a tomato or garlic clove in sight.  That’s right — I like to leave out the garlic and diced tomato you sometimes find [ READ MORE ]

HOMEMADE ENGLISH MUFFINS

A tried and true recipe for making homemade English muffins that are loaded with countless nooks and crannies[ READ MORE ]

AVOCADO-TOMATILLO SALSA

Creamy, tart and spicy, this relative of traditional guacamole is great on everything[ READ MORE ]