Creamy Peanut Butter Cheesecake

It's a rare occasion indeed when I make something this rich and decadent, but I do enjoy cheesecake occasionally and I happen…

Palak Paneer (Spinach with Paneer Cheese)

Palak paneer (or saag paneer) is a very popular North Indian dish that regularly appears on menus throughout the world. Succulent…

Homemade Vegan Parmesan Cheese

I enjoy playing around with vegan alternatives to foods that are traditionally vegetarian or meat-based. As a vegetarian, my avoi…

Paneer Mushroom Curry with Mixed Vegetables and Green Peas

Paneer cheese is a popular unripened cheese in India made with whole milk. It has a consistency that is somewhat like tofu, only …

Baked Quinoa Brie Cakes with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

As much as I enjoy vegan meals, there are times when only cheese will do. Paneer, creamy goat cheese, brie, feta and extra old Ch…

Strawberry-Blueberry Breakfast Casserole

I admit to a special affection for breakfast recipes that can be prepared the night before to make the morning meal as simple a j…

Best Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Salsas, dips and sauces are always better when they are made at home. They are usually straightforward and easy to prepare and ke…

Ricotta Gnudi with Homemade Chunky Tomato Sauce

The tomato sauce I present here was made with fresh tomatoes from my garden. All of a sudden I found myself with an excess of the…