Sunset Veggie Bake

Image Leave a comment May 6, 2020 Vicki Brett-Gach

This is one of my newest favorites. It’s become the perfect dinner (or breakfast), especially during this pandemic. Why? Because it’s easy, inexpensive, and pantry friendly – and especially good right now when our grocery stores may not have everything … Read more

Brown Rice and Black Beans Molé

Image 3 Comments October 16, 2019 Vicki Brett-Gach

Our annual family reunion took us to the Hudson Valley in upstate New York this summer, and it was here, on one of the very hottest days of the year that we headed to Gaskins, in Germantown – a family-owned … Read more

Spicy Tempeh Skillet with Red Cabbage, Black Beans, and Sweet Potatoes

Image 2 Comments September 18, 2019 Vicki Brett-Gach

Tempeh is a family favorite for us, with its uniquely firm and chewy texture that holds up so very well to roasting, grilling, or sautéing.

This Tempeh Skillet creates a hearty backdrop to red cabbage, black beans, greens, and sweet … Read more

Tex-Mex Breakfast Pizza

Image 1 Comment August 7, 2019 Vicki Brett-Gach

This is one of my favorite savory breakfasts!

In fact, I could have this same thing for any meal of the day. It hits just about every button for me…crispy, creamy, a little spicy, colorful, rich satisfying flavors, loads of … Read more

Red Lentil and Black Bean Soup

Image 3 Comments May 15, 2019 Vicki Brett-Gach

I think a delicious bowl of hot soup makes the perfect meal, any time of year. Soup is just such good food, and this one is simple to prepare, and truly delectable over mashed potatoes. I especially love how the … Read more

Curried Sweet Potato, Eggplant, and Quinoa Tagine

Image Leave a comment March 20, 2019 Vicki Brett-Gach

This flavorful dish is my very uncomplicated version of a complex North African vegetable tagine.

Tagines are savory Moroccan stews prepared by slow cooking in a shallow cooking dish with a conical lid, and both the cookware itself, and the … Read more

Easy Tex-Mex Potatoes

Image Leave a comment June 20, 2018 Vicki Brett-Gach

June is shaping up to be a scorcher, and about the last thing I feel like doing in this sweltering heat is making the kitchen any hotter, and that’s where these Tex-Mex Potatoes come in.

A few very simple ingredients, … Read more

Brown Rice and Black Beans in Homemade Green Salsa with Cilantro and Lime

Image Leave a comment June 7, 2017 Vicki Brett-Gach

This past weekend, I made burritos filled with this simple combination of black beans and brown rice, simmered in a zesty homemade green salsa.

Fresh cilantro and lime juice make this sauce just a little unusual, and really delicious. Although … Read more

Spicy Black Beans and Greens over Rice

Image Leave a comment January 18, 2017 Vicki Brett-Gach

Here we are, well into January, the month that promises a fresh start after holiday indulging. Yet, many of us truly struggle to get on track (or stay on track), and if this sounds painfully familiar, you have lots of … Read more

Breakfast Skillet Hash

Image 2 Comments April 20, 2016 Vicki Brett-Gach

We’re planning a family brunch at our house this Sunday, and that’s probably my favorite of all meals to host.

Once again we’ll have a table filled with vegan and non-vegan palates, so I’m going to serve this dish. I … Read more