Monthly Archives: May 2016

Bombay Eggs

I’ve been meaning to tell you about these eggs for a while, but I keep getting side tracked by smoothie bowls and sweet potatoes. I made this recipe last weekend when I needed some comfort food. The dish is basically … Continue reading

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Raspberry Peach Smoothie Bowl

Why, dear god, why, is it still raining in D.C.?!?! Clearly, I’ve lost my patience. My mind is next. It’s getting to the point where, if I’m walking down the sidewalk and the sun comes out between the clouds, I … Continue reading

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Mango Smoothie Bowl with Chai Spiced Granola

This smoothie bowl caught my eye because of the chai spiced granola. I didn’t look closely when I was reading the recipe the first time. Then, when I started to make a list of ingredients to buy at the grocery … Continue reading

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Roasted Asparagus with Vegan Romesco Sauce

Making this roasted asparagus taught me a lot of important lessons. One is that it’s possible to make an entire dinner while having an hour-long catch up session on the phone. Another is that you should never, ever try to … Continue reading

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Buckwheat Waffles with Vanilla Rhubarb

I started to make these waffles the other morning, but then I realized that the batter (ideally) needs to sit in the fridge overnight. That’s okay, I told myself. A smoothie bowl is my default and I could give myself … Continue reading

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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas and Tahini Hot Sauce

Some dishes make you think of a certain person every time you make them. Whenever I make an omelet, for example, I think about the family I nannied for in France. The dad taught me how to make an authentic … Continue reading

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Dark Cherry Smoothie Bowl

Cherry season is finally here, so I decided to celebrate by making this dark cherry smoothie bowl. Chocolate and cherry is one of my favorite combinations and the ingredients take a starring role in this bowl. The coconut is a … Continue reading

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Sorrel Rice Bowl with Poached Egg

A recipe doesn’t have to try hard to get me to like it. All it has to do is say the words “poached egg” and I’m sold. I’ve had my eye on this recipe for sorrel rice with poached egg … Continue reading

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Chia Açaí Smoothie Jar

Drinks in jars, drinks in jars, how beautiful are thee… Okay, I’ll stop now before I record a song and end up posting it here. But you get the idea. For this smoothie jar, you layer crushed strawberries and blueberries … Continue reading

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Grapefruit Arugula Salad with Sesame Pistachios

A few years ago when I was just starting to cook, I discovered Naturally Ella‘s blog. I fell in love with her recipes, partly because they’re so accessible and partly because they include ingredients that I like to use. Most … Continue reading

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