Category Archives: Easy

Vegetarian dinner in two acts. 9/27/18

Posted on September 28, 2018 by Beebamom

Tonight’s dinner, sort of fattoush and dal, I serve in two courses because John does the dishes and I want to cut down on his work. This way instead of four bowls we only need two. He says he likes … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Legumes, Middle Eastern, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Sous vide, grilled steak. 9/26/18

Posted on September 27, 2018 by Beebamom

Tonight’s dinner is simple. Cook the steak in the immersion circulator set at 125 F. Microwave the potato halves. Put them both on a hot grill briefly. Add spinach to the plate. I really love how this method of cooking … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Beef, Easy, Grilling, Vegetables | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Freezer favorite plus menu. 9/25/1

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Beebamom

Even though I have my gimpy knee we go ahead and take the trip we had planned to Utah. I request a wheelchair to get to the gate because I am not supposed to put much weight on it for … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Easy, Italian, leftovers, Pasta, Vegetables, Weekly menu | Leave a comment

Vegan: Penne with asparagus. 9/20/18

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Beebamom

Today we are having yesterday’s pasta that wasn’t. This is a simple but delicious dish. The prep and cooking time is about 20 minutes. While you are bringing the water for the pasta up to a boil sauté a tablespoon … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Italian, Kitchen tips, Pasta, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

The pasta dinner that wasn’t. 9/19/18

Posted on September 20, 2018 by Beebamom

John goes into the office today which always means a larger lunch than usual. I go out to lunch with my daughter which also means a larger lunch than usual. These two events have an impact on dinner tonight. After … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Middle Eastern, rice, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Vegan Pasta Pantry Night. 9/16/18

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Beebamom

I think I will start with the picture first since if you are vegan, vegetarian, or an omnivore such as myself, you will love the looks of this dish! As you can see I make notes on the recipes I … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Italian, Kitchen tips, Pasta, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Waste not, want not. 9/12/18

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Beebamom

Tonight is supposed to be rotisserie chicken from the grocery store but we have leftover short ribs and I am not about to throw out tasty food. I think a lot of people give leftovers a bad name. Especially  when … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Beef, Easy, Kitchen tips, leftovers, Pasta, Vegetables | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Vega/Vege Afghani dahl with spinach salad. 9/11/18

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Beebamom

Note: This simple dinner is vegan when omitting the yogurt and feta. After our Sephardic extravaganza on Monday it is time to get back to something simpler. I cannot stress enough how delicious this Afghani preparation of lentils is. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Legumes, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Cacio e Pepe. 9/8/17

Posted on September 9, 2018 by Beebamom

According to my planned menu I was supposed to be making spaghetti with breadcrumbs, olives, and capers yesterday but I am still feeling the jet lag and by dinner time I just wanted something even easier than my original plan. … Continue reading →

Posted in Easy, Italian | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment