Cooking and Eating the PK Way

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

Blog Archives (2011-2021)

Creamy tomato soup garnished with herbs and cheese.

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

01/29/2015
Nothing beats creamy tomato soup, and adding roasted red peppers is a fun take on...
A bowl of hearty vegetable and lentil soup garnished with fresh herbs.

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

01/27/2015
In the words of the famous chef James Beard, "It is true thrift to use...
A colorful taco filled with vegetables and avocado on a vibrant plate.

Cauliflower Tacos: Who Knew?

01/24/2015
Cauliflower whaaaa??? Yeah, I hear that. So I'll let the photo do the talking. Total...
A delicious dish with eggs, tomatoes, and greens on a plate.

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

01/19/2015
Some Americans may not be familiar with shaksh(o)uka, a spicy egg dish commonly consumed in...
A bowl of shrimp noodle soup with chopsticks and a spoon.

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

01/16/2015
I didn't plan to write three posts in a row dedicated to spicy foods, really....
A bowl of rich, red tomato-based sauce on a white plate.

Bring on the Heat (Part 2): Harissa

01/15/2015
I may not be competing in tonight's "Bring on the Heat" episode of The Taste...
A bowl of creamy green curry with vegetables and mushrooms, served with chopsticks.

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

01/14/2015
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

01/10/2015
Yesterday I promised that roasted sweet potatoes would be the beginning of many delectable dishes....
Close-up of roasted sweet potatoes with herbs.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes: The Beginning of Beautiful Things

01/09/2015
Hardly the electrifying entrance to my 2015 blogging that I had planned, especially given my...
Elegant bite-sized tuna tartare appetizer with garnish on a ceramic spoon.

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

12/23/2014
When the "Happy Holidays" challenge was announced on The Taste, I immediately thought: Lobster! Duck! Roast...
A glass bowl filled with creamy white mousse on a patterned plate.

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

12/23/2014
Poached fruit is one of my favorite desserts. Elegant and flavorful, beautiful and delicious. Easy...
A glass bowl filled with caramel-coated popcorn on a festive tablecloth.

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

12/18/2014
Sweet. Spicy. Salty. Down-right addictive. Candied nuts are the perfect cocktail nibble or crunchy garnish...