Cooking and Eating the PK Way

Plant-based, globally inspired dishes and science-backed guidance for healthy and sustainable eating.

Blog Archives (2011-2021)

Roasted red pepper and tomato soup with thyme

Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup: A Mediterranean Take on an American Classic

Nothing beats creamy tomato soup, and adding roasted red peppers is a fun take on...
Mexican cauliflower and lentil soup with cilantro

Hearty Mexican Vegetable Soup: Begin with Leftovers, Reduce Food Waste

In the words of the famous chef James Beard, "It is true thrift to use...
Cauliflower and avocado taco on striped plate

Cauliflower Tacos: Who Knew?

Cauliflower whaaaa??? Yeah, I hear that. So I'll let the photo do the talking. Total...
Runny eggs in tomato stew with chopped parsley

Shakshuka (Eggs in Purgatory): Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner

Some Americans may not be familiar with shaksh(o)uka, a spicy egg dish commonly consumed in...
Shrimp ramen with red peppers and black chopsticks

Bring on the Heat (Part 3): Vietnamese Soup with Red Curry and Coconut

I didn't plan to write three posts in a row dedicated to spicy foods, really....
Spicy harissa paste in a white ramekin

Bring on the Heat (Part 2): Harissa

I may not be competing in tonight's "Bring on the Heat" episode of The Taste...
Thai green curry with eggplant and basil

Bring on the Heat (Part 1): Green Curry Paste

You can find a terrific green curry paste in the store, but it's fun and...
A bowl of creamy pumpkin soup with garlic and pumpkins in the background.

Sherried Sweet Potato and Crab Bisque: A Sublime Soup

Yesterday I promised that roasted sweet potatoes would be the beginning of many delectable dishes....
Cubed roasted sweet potatoes with thyme

Roasted Sweet Potatoes: The Beginning of Beautiful Things

Hardly the electrifying entrance to my 2015 blogging that I had planned, especially given my...
Single ceramic spoon holding tuna tartare garnish

Red Wine Poached Pears with Goat Cheese Cream & Candied Pistachios | What I Made on The Taste

When the "Happy Holidays" challenge was announced on The Taste, I immediately thought: Lobster! Duck! Roast...
Creamy goat cheese mousse in a glass bowl

Goat Cheese Cream (Dessert Topping) | What I Made on The Taste

Poached fruit is one of my favorite desserts. Elegant and flavorful, beautiful and delicious. Easy...
Glass pedestal bowl of candied pistachios

Sweet and Spicy Candied Pistachios | What I Made on The Taste

Sweet. Spicy. Salty. Down-right addictive. Candied nuts are the perfect cocktail nibble or crunchy garnish...