My first introduction to couscous was at summer camp as a child, on a small island in the waters off Puget Sound near Seattle. This was not some slick, organized, professionally run summer camp. This was Sephardic Bikur Cholim congregation summer camp, put together by some … [Read more...] about Couscous with Root Vegetables
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Brown Rice with Grilled Vegetables
Since we are all trying to eat healthier, brown rice has become a staple in my kitchen. Serving a lot of brown rice presents a dilemma. How do I keep it fresh and interesting? Sometimes it is good just plain … [Read more...] about Brown Rice with Grilled Vegetables
Black Bean and Fresh Corn Salad
This time of year, farm markets have the new ears of corn fresh cut from the stocks, sometimes still warm from the sun. Encased in their crisp green husks with translucent thick strands of corn silk dangling out, I buy as many ears as we can eat in just a couple of days. Not … [Read more...] about Black Bean and Fresh Corn Salad
Spicy Hummus
Everyone in my home loves hummus. We eat it with everything, especially at parties with appetizers. The smooth texture and nutty taste … [Read more...] about Spicy Hummus
Fire Roasted Eggplant Salad
An opaque purple shiny surface is the mark of a young fresh eggplant. They should be firm to the touch, not spongy or spotted. Eggplants come in a large variety of shapes and sizes, … [Read more...] about Fire Roasted Eggplant Salad
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