B returned from his holiday travels this Saturday, so a home cooked meal was in line. I was feeling awfully lucky to have access to a FM year round, so a feast of vegetables was an obvious choice. I had picked up two beautiful bunches of kale and delicious, earthy parsnips. I peeled the parsnips and boiled them until tender. I pushed them through my tami (my absolute favorite kitchen tool) and added some unsweetened soy milk to thin it out. Staying true to my vegan themed meal, I rehydrated some porcini mushrooms for the gravy. These have such a delicious, meaty flavor. Next, I simmered some red lentils with onions, garlic and a pinch of saffron. Lentils are a great source of fiber. Finally, I sauteed my cleaned kale in olive oil and simply seasoned with salt, pepper and a spritz of lemon juice. I garnished the lentils with a few slices of raw, red onion and paper thin serrano peppers. The parsnips got a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Healthy, yet flavorful. It is possible.
Thank you for the adorable plates, Misa. Somehow having great dinnerware, makes the food taste that much better!:)
Wishing you all a wonderful 2008! Hope it brings you health & happiness.
5 Comments
Jeff D
01 Jan 2008 02:01 pm
Hmmm….I have lentils….I have saffron….I have shallots.
I think I’m going to try the parsnip one with some leeks.
I’m a pretty dedicated meat-eater, but I love vegetables too and love exploring new ways to use them.
hp
01 Jan 2008 05:01 pm
Looks fabulous! I too, need to get back less-indulgent eating.
Elly
02 Jan 2008 07:01 pm
yum yum yum! and can i have your plates, please?
happy new year, julie!
Misallaneous
10 Jan 2008 09:01 pm
yippeeee!
Purplesque
24 Jan 2008 04:01 am
[this is good] Gorgeous food pictures. I’m glad I found your blog (thanks for leaving the comment).
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