Classic Italian pesto is made from basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan, but we love to mix it up by substituting different herbs, nuts, and cheeses. We’ve made suggestions for some of our favorite pestos, but try making up your own…
You can use large leaves of kale or mustard greens instead of collards, although they will still be smaller, so use a little less filling for each roll. You can also try this with large lettuce leaves. kitchen gear Clean…
Peas are incredibly sweet and beautifully green, as long as they’re not overcooked. If it’s the texture that troubles you, though, this might just be the perfect recipe for you: the peas are pureed and served cold, so the soup is velvety and…
Tahini is an interesting ingredient. Even if you like sesame seeds, you may not like the taste of tahini all by itself; some people find its taste bitter while others find it nutty. But don’t let that stop you from…
This is an easy side dish that goes well with lots of different main courses. It’s also good to bring to a picnic or potluck. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Mixing bowl Measuring cup Measuring spoons Ingredients…
This coleslaw stays crisp and fresh-tasting because of its light vinaigrette dressing, which is just a mixture of oil, vinegar, and seasonings. Adding one of the five fruits — take your pick of oranges, clementines, grapefruit, apple, or pear —…
As summer comes to an end, use the last of the season’s squash to make this great dish: green zucchini, golden zucchini, yellow, pattypan, or crookneck squash all work well. This is a dish that can be served hot or…
We like recipes where everything is thrown in a bowl and mixed around and is then ready to eat. This simple, delicious salad is one of those recipes. Some people like to massage the kale salad with their clean hands…
Love mashed potatoes? Then you’ll love mashed cauliflower. It looks so similar that at first you might do a double take! But cauliflower actually has more nutrients than potatoes. (That can be our little secret.) This makes a great base…
This flavorful dressing is delicious on a salad or in a sandwich, or you can put some in a bowl and dip raw vegetables into it. It’s traditionally made with mayonnaise, but avocado adds all the creamy richness — plus loads…