Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips
These aren't much more work than regular mashed potatoes, but they have a lot more flavor.
Winter
Seasonal Recipes
It’s cold, it’s windy, there might even be snow. I don’t know about you, but all I want to do is stay inside where it’s warm, preferably with some hearty, stick-to-your-ribs food. Here are some recipes for winter foods.
Ginger-Brandy Cheesecake
Sweet, rich cheesecake with a ginger snap crust and orange glaze.
Gingerbread
Moist and spicy, gingerbread is a perfect Christmas treat.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A grilled cheese sandwich, sometimes called toasted cheese, is one of the simplest and yet tastiest dishes around. There's something about melty, gooey cheese on toast that really hits the spot.
Lasagne
(Lasagna or lasagne? I never know how to spell it.) In any case, vegetable lasagne is easy and delicious. Here's a variation on the classic red sauce version of vegetarian lasagne, with some extra vegetables.
Local Bounty
Local Bounty: Seasonal Vegan Recipes, by Devra Gartenstein, offers a variety of recipes to help you enjoy fruits and vegetables at their individual seasonal peaks. Organized by season, each chapter starts with a list of that season's produce, divided by early, mid-, and late season.
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Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is one of those dishes that sound boring, but can be just as delicious as a fancier pasta dish like lasagne or pesto.
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Mashed Potatoes Ⓥ
Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. They're quick and easy and the soft texture makes me feel like a kid. They're also a great base for all kinds of variations like garlic mashed potatoes and herby mashed potatoes.
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Looking for a tasty alternative to regular mashed potatoes? Try mashed sweet potatoes (aka yams).
Mulled Wine
Warm, spicy mulled wine is a wonderful winter drink.