Tag Archives: tomatoes

Tortilla Soup

October 17, 2009 – 10:40 am

I’m not going to sink to the same level as this bout of premature winter that Mother Nature has tossed our way by complaining about it. Instead, I will silently voice my opinion by fighting back against the cold with this feisty, flavorful soup.

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Orecchiette with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Garlic Chives

September 8, 2009 – 11:39 am

Tomatoes, tomatoes, tomatoes. I’m swimming in them. And the most marvelous thing about tomato season is that much of the work has been done for you, by the farmer. In-season tomatoes are the most marvelous thing to happen to cooking, because even kitchen-phobic, “I can’t even boil water, pass the takeout menu!” types can make [...]

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Baked Tomatoes with Hazelnut Breadcrumbs

September 1, 2009 – 9:33 am

Happily, tomato season is in full force. The markets are brimming with delicious and beautiful heirlooms and beefsteaks and darling mini tomatoes in their precious little pint containers. I want to take them all home with me each time I go to the market.

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Israeli Couscous Pesto Salad Recipe

August 3, 2009 – 7:58 pm

Dear East Village Kitchen Readers,

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Spring Garlic and Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

June 10, 2009 – 9:12 pm

  I can stop my whining about the lackluster fare at the markets – spring has finally arrived, and at long last, the farmers are toting something fresh and new in the backs of those huge trucks. There’s lettuce and baby greens, ramps, asparagus, the first teeny-tiny strawberries, and so much more! And the best [...]

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Tomatoey Spiced Chickpeas Recipe

March 5, 2009 – 9:16 pm

  For a quick, nutritious, low-fat, yet filling and satisfying meal for two (with plenty of leftovers for bringing to work) look no further.

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Ratatouille Recipe

December 31, 2008 – 11:39 am

  I have childhood memories of asking my mother if ratatouille contains rats, which probably meant that she had to talk me into eating it. No more. While cruising Epicurious yesterday night looking for heathy and satisfying dinner inspiration, I happened across this recipe, written by the Culinary Institute of America’s Associate Dean of Restaurant Education, [...]

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