North African Chickpea Soup (Lablabi)

I've always been fascinated by the tantalizing and robust flavors that are so distinctive of Mediterranean cuisines. There is…

Urad Bean and Quinoa Kofta with Coconut Fenugreek Sauce

Served all the way from the Middle East through India to central Asia, there are as many versions of koftas as there are tastes a…

Lentil Minestrone with Swiss Chard and Arborio Rice

Sometimes only lentils will do, and they shine in all their seemingly humble glory in soups. Puy lentils (also known as French le…

Azuki Beans in a Fragrant Spicy Tomato Gravy

The colorful little red bean spelled variously as azuki, aduki or adzuki is also known sometimes as the red mung bean, with which…

Wild Rice and Kidney Bean No-Meat Loaf {Vegan}

I've been a vegetarian for so long now, over 25 years in fact, that I really don't remember much about eating meat from m…

Creamy Chickpea and Portobello Mushroom Curry

Chana masala has always been one of my favorite Indian chickpea dishes. A classic North Indian dish that is popular throughout th…

Punjabi-Inspired Black Gram Dal

Cooking with dals is a fun experience for me in the kitchen, especially if they feature in an Indian-inspired creation, and I oft…

Black-Eyed Peas and Mung Beans in a Fragrant Spicy Tomato Sauce

If you are looking for an easy and fairly quick but nourishing and comforting meal, then this recipe ought to be on the top of yo…