Warm Lentils With Leeks, Tomatoes & Avocado

by Mardi // October 13, 2011 // 6 Comments

There’s a first time for everything and this week was both my first bike accident and my first time making lentils. My weekend started off great with friends and family in town- birthday celebrations, brunches, dinners, a whole lot of... Continue reading →

Quinoa Pasta With Avocado Sauce

by Mardi // October 5, 2011 // 7 Comments

I’ve come across avocado pasta in my internet food scouring several times over the past few years and I’ve always been tempted to make it, but I’ve also always been a bit weary of the idea. Something about the thought... Continue reading →

White Bean Enchiladas

by Mardi // May 16, 2011 // 1 Comment

I actually first made these for Cinco de Mayo two weeks ago. The ladies I was feeding, however, devoured the entire dish before I had the chance to take a photo. So, on this rainy Sunday, with a hankering for... Continue reading →

Avocado & Greek Yogurt Dip

by Mardi // March 2, 2011 // 4 Comments

On Sunday, my roommate and I hosted an Oscar party at our apartment which excited me not only because it was an opportunity to get dressed up, but because it was a great excuse for me to try out some... Continue reading →

Vegetarian Chili

by Mardi // February 17, 2011 // 7 Comments

Happy birthday to my friend Katie in Montreal who sent me her recipe for this delicious veggie chili that I made last night! I’ve really been craving chili recently but I had never made it before. I’ve come across many... Continue reading →

White Bean & Guacamole Layer Dip

by Mardi // December 27, 2010 // No Comments

My roommate was nice enough to meet me after work to run some errands this week. Not so surprisingly, after a cold walk home, we were both craving warm Mexican food. Instead of shelling out money at our favorite local... Continue reading →

My Favorite Winter Time Soup

by Mardi // November 13, 2010 // 1 Comment

When I got home today, my downstairs neighbors were playing Christmas music and this of course got me into the winter spirit. Last winter I discovered one of my favorite quick, warm meals – Red Fork Spanish Red Pepper soup. Continue reading →

White Bean Burritos

by Mardi // August 20, 2010 // No Comments

An old friend came over for dinner last night and he happens to be just as health conscious an eater as I am these days. I had a hankering for veggie burritos and when I mentioned my idea to him,... Continue reading →

Sunday Dinners Inspired By Rooftop Farms

by Mardi // July 28, 2010 // No Comments

I feel very fortunate to live just a few blocks away from one of the best spots in Brooklyn: Rooftop Farms. I started hearing and reading about Rooftop Farms when I moved to the neighborhood almost a year ago. It... Continue reading →

Veggie Burgers

by Mardi // July 10, 2010 // 5 Comments

Strolling though the new natural market just over the bridge from my house, I came across Ezekiel burger buns! This meant veggie burgers were definitely on the menu for dinner. Continue reading →

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