This is a version of harira a traditional North African soup made with chick peas, lentils, lamb and warm, fragrant spices such as cinnamon and coriander. If you don’t have...
This bento uses several different protein-rich foods that are combined to make a nutritious, filling, and above all delicious meal. It has a spicy pilau made with quinoa (a seed...
Snacks can be some of the best meals of the day. These crunchy roasted chickpeas taste so good, you’ll think they are bad for you, but trust me they’re not....
This is made differently than a traditional biryani. Here we cook the veggies in a stew, then sandwich the stew between layers of cooked rice, instead of cooking the stew...
This creamy, rich-tasting, but also surprisingly light bisque, can be made a bit greener and even more fiber-rich when served with broccoli. Use roasted or steamed chopped florets and add...
This great-tasting veggie dish can be a side dish or an entrée, whichever you prefer. It is an especially welcome dish when served with a green veggie dish or tomato-based...
Falafel, savory fried chickpea patties, should have a moist, light interior and a well-browned, crisp crust. Starting with dried chickpeas was essential; falafel made with canned chickpeas were mushy and...
For an updated version of a quick and easy seared chicken breast dinner we turned to the flavors of the Mediterranean, pairing boneless, skinless chicken breasts with a flavorful and...