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Fennel and Peach Salad

This summer salad has all my favorite ingredients: fresh herbs, crisp fennel & juicy peaches. Pistachios, pesto & feta give it tangy, rich pops of flavor.

...thinly sliced 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice, more for to taste ½ teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 peaches, pitted...

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Asparagus Soup

This creamy asparagus soup recipe is perfect for spring! Made with asparagus, peas, and leeks, it has a bright green color and fresh flavor.

...and/or cream, fresh chives or dill, sautéed asparagus tips, and freshly ground black pepper. I love it with a side of crusty bread or focaccia for dipping. It would also...

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Dinner Ideas for Two

If you feel like a salad and he feels like a burrito, don't worry! This taco night strategy is a win win when you're looking for dinner ideas for two.

...Salad Greens â–¢ Shredded Red Cabbage â–¢ Black Beans or Pinto Beans â–¢ Sliced Radishes â–¢ Avocados â–¢ Limes for squeezing on everything â–¢ Tortillas and crispy tortilla strips Cook...

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Vegan Tacos

Jerk-spiced jackfruit and mango avocado salsa pack these vegan tacos with a big punch of flavor! They're bright, fresh, and fun to eat.

...Beans, Black Beans, or Pinto Beans And don’t forget the margaritas! If you like yours spicy, check out this recipe, or for a fruity variation, try my favorite watermelon margarita....

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How to Cook Lentils

Learn how to cook lentils perfectly every time! Tasty, nutritious, and easy to make, they're a fantastic way to add protein to salads, side dishes, and more.

...texture is also delicious in my lentil soup. Beluga Lentils These black lentils are very similar to the French green variety. In fact, you could use them interchangeably in most...

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Butternut Squash Ravioli

This butternut squash ravioli recipe is the ultimate fall cooking project! Pockets of homemade pasta surround a rich, creamy squash and sage filling.

...nutty flavor with the sweet roasted squash. And sea salt and fresh black pepper – To make all the flavors pop! Along with these filling ingredients, you’ll need flour, eggs,...

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Vegan Breakfast Burrito

This freezer-friendly vegan breakfast burrito is perfect for busy mornings! It's packed with fresh veggies, black beans, and a yummy tofu scramble.

...use my Easy Tofu Scramble instead. It’s simple and flavorful, seasoned with turmeric, cumin, and nutritional yeast. Black beans – A breakfast burrito essential! Along with the tofu scramble, they...

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

These Instant Pot mashed potatoes are rich, buttery, smooth, and creamy. Made with just 5 ingredients, they're such an easy, delicious side dish.

...the potatoes flavorful, buttery, and rich. Find a vegan option in the recipe below! Chives – For a fresh, oniony garnish. And sea salt and freshly ground black pepper –...

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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are a vegetarian dinner that everyone will love! They're filled with rice and beans and topped with a melty layer of cheese.

...one is hands down my favorite. Here’s why: The filling is so darn flavorful. It starts with a base of hearty brown rice, with black beans for protein and corn...

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Matcha Cookies

These bright green matcha cookies are a unique, delicious treat! They have a sweet, earthy matcha flavor, tender texture, and rich white chocolate on top.

...chips. A sprinkle of black sesame seeds is an adorable finishing touch! Find the complete recipe with measurements below. Best Matcha Powder for Baking I recommend choosing an unsweetened culinary...

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Pumpkin Tiramisu

This pumpkin tiramisu is a stunning fall dessert! With layers of pumpkin cream and chai-spiced ladyfingers, it would be perfect for Thanksgiving.

...ladyfingers in the same way I make a chai latte. I toast whole spices on the stovetop, then steep them with black tea. This method creates wonderful depth of flavor,...

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I'm Jeanine Donofrio, a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and recipe developer. I share fresh, delicious vegetarian recipes that celebrate seasonal ingredients and flavors.

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