Red lentils turn into golden mush when cooked, but they taste divine, especially in simple recipes like this red lentil soup from Syria. Just a few ingredients bring out all the flavor you need for a hearty and delicious a vegetarian / vegan red lentil soup.
Red, white, and green always make me think of Italy, and mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil are a classic combination: Recipe for an Italian sandwich
Bell peppers add interesting flavor and texture to recipe without the spiciness offered by hot peppers. Here are my favorite vegetarian bell pepper recipes.
A good way to use up overripe bananas and great as breakfast or a snack: Banana Bread
Lasagna is basically a casserole made with layers of flat noodles, vegetables, cheese, and sometimes meat. There are a million variations on lasagna; here are some vegetarian favorites: Lasagna Recipes
Frozen soufflés make a nice, light dessert after a rich meal. This recipe calls for anise-flavored liqueur, but you could use another flavor like orange or hazelnut instead. Recipe for Frozen Anisette Soufflé
You probably know that oysters are an aphrodisiac, but as a vegetarian, that doesn’t do you much good. Here are some vegetarian aphrodisiacs to consider for Valentine’s day or any other occasion for a romantic meal: Vegetarian Aphrodisiacs
Black beans, zucchini, and a bit of cheese folded into tortillas - this may be the best quesadillas you’ve ever tasted: Black Bean Zucchini Quesadillas
I hated beets when I was a kid, but then as an adult I discovered that they don’t come from cans. Fresh beets are packed with flavor, and this French beet salad couldn’t be easier to make: Beet salad recipe
