Zucchini is one of those vegetables that seems destined for filling with ingredients. Growing up, my mom frequently stuffed zucchini with spinach, which made a delicious dish that could be served as an entrée or side. This spring I created a tomato-stuffed zucchini topped with mozzarella. As both of those are vegetarian dishes, it seemed to be time to create something for the carniverous crowd.
I made this dish as part of last night's Tapas Monday menu. Served with crostini topped with tomatoes from our garden and fresh mozzarella, it made for a wonderful dinner of nibbling. The only negative
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Sausage Stuffed Zucchini
by TT on August 16th, 2011 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes, Side Dishes
Summer Squash Lasagna
by TT on April 13th, 2011 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes, Side Dishes
Last night was the perfect night for a little bit of recipe experimenting. Due to business travel and sporting events, I had only one other person at home with me, my 13 year old who had the start of a cold. As she was a bit under the weather, a bowl of pasta was all she really wanted. With no other diners, I wouldn't have to consider if the meal was filling enough or would get eye rolls from teens.
I had two summer squash in the refrigerator, which seemed like the perfect replacement for noodles in lasagna. I didn't have
I had two summer squash in the refrigerator, which seemed like the perfect replacement for noodles in lasagna. I didn't have
Stuffed Zucchini
by TT on April 4th, 2011 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes, Side Dishes
I have dabbled in the world of vegetarianism, so I am fairly comfortable with creating menus that do not include meat. In fact, my 13 year old has been eating a vegetarian diet for five months, which has helped me create meals with meat that easily are transformed into vegetarian-friendly versions. However, last weekend I had a curve ball thrown at me. My husband decided he would try a week of being vegetarian.
If I have a decent amount of experience with cooking vegetarian dishes, why would his announcement be challenging? The first reason is that he does not enjoy legumes
If I have a decent amount of experience with cooking vegetarian dishes, why would his announcement be challenging? The first reason is that he does not enjoy legumes
Winter Stirfry
by TT on March 3rd, 2011 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes
It is two months into the year, and we have been successful with our goal to use only locally sourced meats, produce, and dairy items. While it has made meal planning a little more challenging, it has been exciting to visit our biweekly farmer's market to see what produce will be available. Thanks to some great independently owned stores and farmstands, we have been stocked with dairy and meat items as well.
However, I have to confess that I miss fresh greens immensely. A worshipper of caesar salad (with dressing on the side), I have had to create new lunches that
However, I have to confess that I miss fresh greens immensely. A worshipper of caesar salad (with dressing on the side), I have had to create new lunches that
Creamy (Yet Lowfat) Carrot Soup
by TT on January 24th, 2011 | Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Soups & Stews
While I am not a vegetarian, I find many all-vegetable dishes to be exciting. I do enjoy lamb shanks and braised beef short ribs, but I also enjoy Moroccan vegetable stew equally as much. Now that one of our daughters has decided to give vegetarianism a try, I have even more reason to add new creative all-veggie dishes to our menu.
Although our daughter has seemed to enjoy her three month stint of being meat-free, I think sometimes I am more excited for these new creations. A few weeks ago I made veggiepalooza, a simple stirfry of a multitude of vegetables
Although our daughter has seemed to enjoy her three month stint of being meat-free, I think sometimes I am more excited for these new creations. A few weeks ago I made veggiepalooza, a simple stirfry of a multitude of vegetables
