Tofu Rancheros

Tofu Rancheros

When I first moved to the States, I was delighted to find that Breakfast is an event here. I remember marveling at the extensive menu of the greasy spoon, and the pleasant shock of having my coffee filled up an unlimited amount (upon reflection, I 

Mushroom & Chickpea Curry

Mushroom & Chickpea Curry

Well it has been one of those scary grown up weeks. Truth be told, Kirk and I have a lot on our plates at the moment, and by Sunday I was feeling more than a little overwhelmed at my giant to-do list. Fortunately, one of 

Black Bean & Quinoa Chili

Black Bean & Quinoa Chili

Well the people have spoken… Mexican it is! I am quite pleased you picked this one. Although yesterday was officially the first day of Spring, I think we can allow ourselves one last wintery comfort food meal before diving into some Springtime goodies (asparagus… I’m 

Vegetable & Barley Irish Stew

Vegetable & Barley Irish Stew

I hope I don’t lose any friends over this, but I have a confession to make: I am not a big fan of St. Patricks Day *gasp*. It is difficult to articulate why exactly, but between the green beer and “Kiss Me I’m Irish” T-Shirts, 

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Leeks in a Curry Coconut Sauce

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Leeks in a Curry Coconut Sauce

Happy Monday! How was your weekend? Mine was busy! On Friday, which was of course Valentine’s Day, I was involved in a top secret marriage proposal mission. Saturday was spent celebrating the birthday of my friend Lori, we ate too much at the Hibachi Grill 

Cannellini & Escarole Stew with Parmesan Garlic Toast

Cannellini & Escarole Stew with Parmesan Garlic Toast

It’s been a rough week getting used to Michigan again. After the familiar, temperate climes of England, I was ill-prepared for the gargantuan snow piles and biting wind of the Midwest. I thought I should share my cure with you, solace in a bowl if 

Penne with Butternut Squash and Feta

Penne with Butternut Squash and Feta

Every Christmas Kirk and I give Nigella Lawson’s Marinated Christmas Feta to our closest friends (original recipe in this book). This year, I was a little over enthusiastic with the feta purchasing, and after we had made all of our gifts, we were still left 

Leek, Mushroom & Cashew Roast {Vegan}

Leek, Mushroom & Cashew Roast {Vegan}

Ah, the humble nut roast! Appealing (in my experience) by Vegetarians & Carnivores alike, and a fabulous winter staple! I know it may seem a little over done this days, but maybe that’s for good reason. After all, it is hearty, simple, delicious and provides,