Category Archives: Vegetarian

Italian Vegetable Stew (Ciambotta)

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Christina

Here’s one stew that you have to make before summer slips away. Ciambotta, a traditional Southern Italian stew is chock-full of summer vegetables that are simmered in a thick and hearty tomato-enriched broth. It’s the perfect way to use up some of … Continue reading →

Posted in Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged basil, bell pepper, eggplant, onion, oregano, potato, potatoes, soup, tomato, vegetarian, zucchini | 19 Comments

Corn and Black Bean Taquitos

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Christina

Corn tortillas are tightly rolled around a cheesy corn and black bean mixture and baked until crisp. They’re quick, delicious and so easy to make. And did you catch the best part? They’re baked, not fried! So not only are they healthier … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Main Dish, Sweet Pea's Kitchen Creations, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, baking, black beans, corn, garlic, jalapeños, lime, main dish, Mexican, red onion, Sweet Pea's Kitchen Creation, vegetarian | 21 Comments

Farmstand Corn Fritters

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Christina

The heat and lack of rain that we have been experiencing lately has really taken a toll on not only our lawn but also the quality of produce at our farmers market. You see this years corn crop has been less … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Side Dish, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, corn, cornmeal, fritter, side dish, summer, vegetarian | 8 Comments

Creamy Gazpacho Andaluz

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Christina

When it feels like the surface of the sun outside, the last thing I want to do is turn on the oven or fire up the grill. Instead, this time of year one of my favorite meals to make is ceviche served … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Main Dish, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, basil, bell pepper, cucumber, garlic, main dish, red onion, soup, tomato, vegetarian | 6 Comments

Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Christina

Since the weather has been warming up here in Central Illinois, Andrew and I have been taking advantage of the unusually high temperatures by firing up the grill and dining al fresco each evening. This light and simple salad is … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Light, Side Dish, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, basil, cooking light, eggplant, goat cheese, grill, mint, pine nuts, salad, side dish, vegetarian | 14 Comments

Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Christina

Here’s one vegetarian burger the whole family will love! You’ll even forget that they’re healthy for you. Packed with 7 grams of protein and only 210 calories each, these satisfying burgers are sure to be a hit. Hearty patties packed with black … Continue reading →

Posted in Light, Main Dish, Vegetarian | Tagged black beans, burger, corn, garlic, main dish, onion, quinoa, sunflower seeds, sweet potato, vegetarian | 38 Comments

Edamame Dip

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Christina

Happy Friday everyone! In case you forgot, there are only two more days before the big game in Indianapolis! Have you finalized your Super Bowl menu yet? Even if you have, you will want to run out and buy the … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Snacks, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, dip, edamame, football, goat cheese, lemon, snack, vegetarian, wasabi | 16 Comments

25 Super Bowl Recipes for Super Bowl XLVI

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Christina

Photo Source: Jason Lavengood With the Super Bowl only 5 days away have you thought of what food you are going to serve? If you haven’t decided what you are going to make for the big game I’ve got you covered. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Chicken, Cookies, Dessert, Main Dish, Roundup, Snacks, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, brownie, chicken, cookies, dessert, football, main dish, roundup, snack, soup, vegetarian | 136 Comments

Lentil Chili

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Christina

When the snow is falling outside all I feel like making are comforting meals that can easily be eaten on the couch while I am wrapped up in my favorite blanket. Soup and chiliare one of my favorites meals this … Continue reading →

Posted in Main Dish, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged bacon, bell pepper, chili, chocolate, garlic, jalapeños, lentils, lime, main dish, onion, soup, vegetarian | 25 Comments

Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Christina

We finally got our first snowfall of the year yesterday. Apparently we had been in a “snow drought” so far this winter according to the local evening news. Peoria went 317 days without an inch of snow, almost beating the … Continue reading →