This fast and easy Italian polenta pie is a cassarole-like dish that uses pantry staples like lentils, marinara, and a tube of prepared polenta.
Mr. Allspice (who is not usually a cassarole fan) said it was “surprisingly good,” so perhaps you can surprise your family with this easy dish as well. Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Cheese, Garlic, Lentils, Marinara, Mushrooms, Polenta
Spaghetti squash did really well in my garden this summer, therefore, this fall I have been enjoying lots of it. This lentil marinara spaghetti squash boats recipe has been my favorite way to prepare it.
This is a pretty basic recipe that could easily be bland. There are a few key ingredients that keep it full of flavor with minimal effort. First is the basil. The bright flavor of fresh basil takes this recipe from boring to wow. Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Basil, Lentils, Marinara, Spaghetti Squash
Friends, one of my most popular recipes on the blog is my vegetarian lentil quinoa meatballs. I have been asked many times about making it gluten free, so I decided it was time for an upgrade! Check out these gluten free lentil quinoa veggie meatballs made with oats and pecans!
To upgrade this recipe, I wanted to omit the breadcrumbs, but keep all the flavor. The oats help to act as a binder, which the breadcrumbs did in the previous version, and the pecans add more flavor! Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Pasta, Vegetarian Main Dish
Spaghetti is one of my favorite comfort foods. I ate it all the time growing up, and all throughout college it was a staple of mine! Today I am sharing my recipe for vegetarian lentil quinoa meatballs, which are perfect for spaghetti night!
If you love spaghetti too, you should also check out my mushroom lentil bolognase recipe, which is vegan, as well as gluten free! Comfort food at its finest! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Grains, Pasta, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Garlic, Lentils, Noodles, quinoa, Vegetarian
Today I am sharing a recipe for roasted red pepper and tomato soup that is stupid easy to make, and loaded with rich flavors.
My husband doesn’t really like peppers, but he enjoyed a bowl of roasted red pepper soup at a wedding we attended recently. I knew I had to recreate the dish because we had found a way we could both enjoy red peppers! Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Soup, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Sour Cream, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
Is anyone else ready for strawberry season?! This strawberry arugula salad with strawberry balsamic dressing is loaded with summer flavors!
Fresh picked strawberries are bursting with flavor and are one of my favorite parts of early summer. I shop my local farmers market for the tastiest, fresh summer fruits! Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Salad, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Arugula, Balsamic, Cheese, Quick and Easy, Strawberry, Vegetarian
Friends! It is finally asparagus season here in southern Illinois! I have a line up of fun asparagus recipes coming your way, and we will start things off with this mushroom Swiss asparagus tart!
Every year I wait patiently for fresh, locally-grown asparagus. Grocery store asparagus that is picked and transported is not nearly as flavorful as getting fresh picked, so visit your local farmers market to find the best asparagus! Continue reading
Posted in Appetizer, Dinner, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Asparagus, Balsamic, Cheese, Garlic, Mushrooms, Vegetarian
I have been going crazy over stuffed peppers recently. The funny thing is, I didn’t use to like them. In the past, I used bell pepper sparingly in meals so the flavor wasn’t strong. I don’t know what caused the change in my taste buds, but I’m loving these Italian Lentil and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers!
I called this recipe Italian because I used marinara sauce, garlic, and basil in the filling. During my stuffed peppers craze, I have also been using salsa and authentic Mexican cheese for a southwestern variety, recipe to come! Continue reading
Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Grains, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Carrots, Cheese, Garlic, Lentils, Marinara, Peppers, quinoa, Vegetarian, Whole grain
I developed this balsamic tomato and feta french bread pizza recipe for winter, store-bought tomatoes that are less flavorful.
Winter tomatoes that didn’t get to ripen on the vine just don’t have the same flavor, or texture as fresh summer tomatoes. A little soak in some balsamic adds sweetness and acidity to brighten those tomatoes right up! Continue reading
Posted in Pizza, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Bread, Cheese, Garlic, Herbs, Marinara, Quick and Easy, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Have you ever tried a savory pie? They make wonderful vegetarian main dishes for holidays that everyone can enjoy. This butternut squash spinach pie with an almond crust is loaded with veggies.
Eggs act as a binder to hold the veggies together, and add a little protein. The gluten free crust is made with olive oil and almond meal, so it adds a little more protein as well. Continue reading
Posted in Dinner, Gluten Free Dishes, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Balsamic, Butternut Squash, Cheese, Garlic, Nuts, Spinach, Vegetarian
