Category Archives: Vegetarian

Beans! Beans! Beans!

Posted on May 24, 2012 by admin

May seems to be turning into “Bean Month” (see 5/15 post: Spicy, Savory Black Beans Over Grilled Polenta), but I just can’t help it!  My new shipment of dried beans arrived yesterday from Rancho Gordo in Napa, California.  I have been … Continue reading →

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Spicy, Savory Black Beans Over Grilled Polenta

Posted on May 16, 2012 by admin

I started making this dish when we lived in Hawaii (sometime in the late 1990s).  I don’t recall getting a recipe from a particular source but seem to remember serving all kinds of things over grilled polenta cakes was very … Continue reading →

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Spinach-Feta Pies

Posted on May 8, 2012 by admin

I got this Spinach-Feta Pie recipe from a collection of “family favorites” put together several years ago by my wife’s cousins. My wife grew up eating these but hasn’t had them in a long, long time.  Thought I would surprise her … Continue reading →

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Texas Caviar

Posted on March 1, 2012 by admin

This bean salad recipe has been around for many years.  It is a great dish for picnics, potlucks and parties.  It is also a great dish to have in the refrigerator for a healthier snack or quick lunch.  It can … Continue reading →

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Greens and Beans!

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

These Greens and Beans are ridiculously fast to make and good for lunches, quick solo dinners, a side dish, or even a midnight snack.  A bread accompaniment (French or sourdough baguette, rolls, or my favorite with this – cornbread!) is … Continue reading →

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