Archive | September, 2009

30 September 2009 ~ 0 Comments

I’ll Try Anything Once: Jujube

I’ll Try Anything Once: Jujube

Nearly every weekend at the Farmer’s Market, we encounter some food we have never tried (or often never heard of). I decided aReasonToCook.com is the perfect excuse for me to explore these food mysteries. This past weekend, we came across a small display, with a hand-written sign offering “Jujube $3.00/lb.”
In response to our inquiry, the [...]

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15 September 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Anaheim Chile and Curry Tofu Wrap

Anaheim Chile and Curry Tofu Wrap

This yummy recipe originates from Susan Hadler’s brilliant The Complete Book of Vegetarian Grilling… book, which is filled with exceptional recipes.
Hadler’s recipe, developed to yield 6 servings, calls for roasting three “Anaheim” Chiles on a traditional Gas stove-top. I used my outdoor (propane) gas grill to cook ‘em. Also, I cut Hadler’s original recipe [...]

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12 September 2009 ~ 1 Comment

World’s Greatest Chocolate Chip Cookies

World’s Greatest Chocolate Chip Cookies

That’s right, I said it: These are the “World’s Greatest” Chocolate Chip Cookies. This recipe calls for Whole Grain Oats (chopped fine) and Walnuts (chopped). The nuts are optional, but the ground oats are integral to the recipe. Also, it’s important to use KOSHER SALT. This element is courtesy of my sister, Jillian. She won’t [...]

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03 September 2009 ~ 3 Comments

Spinach Salad with Spiced Walnuts & Fire-Roasted Peppers

Spinach Salad with Spiced Walnuts & Fire-Roasted Peppers

This yummy salad recipe stems from Susan Hadler’s The Complete Book of Vegetarian Grilling — Over 150 Easy and Tasty Recipes You Can Grill Indoors or Out
The original recipe, designed to yield 6 servings, calls for roasting the Red Pepper and toasting the Walnuts separately, using a traditional stove-top. I used my outdoor, propane [...]

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