Tofu and Edamame Fresh Spring Rolls
Soft rice paper rolls filled with crispy golden tofu, jasmine rice, edamame, red cabbage and lots of fresh herbs, served with a quick peanut-hoisin dipping sauce.
Sour Cream Coffee Cake with Thick Crumb Topping
Tender, buttery sour cream cake under a thick layer of brown-sugar cinnamon crumbs, dusted with powdered sugar. Baked in one pan and made for a cup of coffee.
Cheesy Bean and Corn Quesadillas
Big flour tortillas stuffed with kidney beans, corn, tomato and melted Monterey Jack, crisped in a grill pan. Served with a quick avocado-lime sauce for an easy budget dinner.
Creamy Pasta Carbonara
A classic Italian dish, ready in 20 minutes.
Classic Fettuccine Alfredo
Butter and heavy cream simmered in a skillet, stirred smooth with finely grated Parmesan and tossed with fettuccine. Ready in 20 minutes.
Three-Bean Vegan Chili
A thick, smoky chili with kidney, black and pinto beans, sweet corn, carrots and red pepper, finished with a swirl of dairy-free yogurt, toasted seeds and parsley. Served with hearty rye bread.
Classic Caprese Salad
Ripe garden tomatoes and fresh mozzarella with basil, good olive oil, flaky salt and a pinch of crushed pink peppercorns. Ready in 10 minutes.
Carnitas Tacos
Slow-braised pork shoulder crisped in a hot skillet, tucked into warm corn tortillas with diced white onion, cilantro and a spoonful of red salsa.
Classic Lemon Bars
A buttery shortbread crust under a bright, tangy lemon layer, dusted with powdered sugar. Easy enough for a first-apartment kitchen.
Falafel Wrap
Crispy chickpea fritters wrapped with fresh vegetables.
