Orange & Black Olive Salad by Amos Miller

A Moroccan favorite, as made by my friend, Chef Paula Wolfert, as found in one of my very favorite books 'Couscous and Other Good Food from Morocco'.

Maple Butternut Squash & Balsamic Caramelized Onion Sandwich by Victoria Prehn

Adapted from a recipe by "The Sandwich King" over at the Food Network, this seasonally inspired sandwich is sure to please at any meal. Enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Sofrito by Diana is the "Latina In The Cocina"

seasoning sauce that is the foundation of all Puerto Rican cooking

Chocolate Oreo PUDDING by cortney kelly

the first time i created it i felt hey why not make this!

Japanese Soba Noodles with Ginger Soy Sauce by AmandaE

Going outside of my comfort zone to try a new cuisine while working with an ingredient that has been my downfall in the past. This dish comes together in record time and is as delicious as it is simple!

No-Bake Apple Tart by Rich H

Get in on the raw food movement! Raw fruits and veggies are really the best way to enjoy all the healthy benefits of a plant-based diet. While I am not a raw foodist in general, I do enjoy raw dishes now and again and really enjoy seeing what I can come up with in the lab (aka kitchen)! Try this one...you'll love it!

Black Bean and Butternut Squash Stew by Rich H

This is a great stew to whip up in a hurry. Serve it over brown rice or quinoa for a satisfying, healthy meal.

Vegan Simple Pea Soup by Jill

This simple pea soup is excellent cooked as well as raw! This can be used as a base for so many more vegetables too! Use your imagination and try shredding some potatoes, celery, corn, etc. I like to add seitan. Let me know how yours comes out. I"ve only made this using my Vita-mix but I'm sure a regular blender will work…

Chik'n Marsala by Kiki Thompson

The thing I LOVE about this recipe is that it’s quick, easy & Italian It’s one of those dishes that you can whip right up when you’re really not feeling the jive to make a feast after a long day of work (that’s what I did). It is also one of those dishes that makes you look like a master chef to your dinner guests It’s so YUMMY!

Tembleque (Coconut Custard) by Kiki Thompson

Guest Post by Anthony Thompson This weeks post is different and special at the same time. I asked my other half to do a guest post. Anthony has been to many parts of the world including Puerto Rico. He lived there for nearly 2 years and has grown to love the food, people, and the culture. So, being that this weeks recipe comes from…

Savory Hummus by Kiki Thompson

This is a traditional greek dip used with falafel sandwiches, gyros, etc. I also use it in my wraps or as a veggie dip.

Cashew Cheeze by Elizabeth Warfield-Murray

Green salsa made with green banana peppers by Spicie Foodie

Spicy green salsa made with green banana peppers. Green salsas or Salsa verde are made using Tomatillos ( a small green tomato that's wrapped in a husk) , fresh green chili (either fresh Jalapenos or Seranos), cilantro, onion. This salsa is a substitute for the traditional salsa verde, because I have never seen tomatillos here and…

Baked Crispy Barbecue Panko Tofu (Vegan-friendly) by Michelle Tsao

Easy, low-fat, delicious, crunchy tofu straight from your oven!

Broccoli, Asparagus and Red Pepper Stir-Fry with Quinoa by Brenda Walker

The red peppers make this stir-fry just a pretty as it is delicious! It can be served over rice instead of quinoa if you prefer but I honestly love the quinoa and the health benefits are amazing!