Curried Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie with Portobello Mushroom Sauce

I found out recently that my husband is a big fan of shepherd's pie. I suppose the subject never really came up before because when I me...

Potato Patties Stuffed with Spiced Green Peas (Aloo Matar Tikki)

One of the most enjoyable aspects of ordering take out or dining in Indian restaurants is the savory appetizers that begin the meal. Samosa,...

Saag Aloo (Spinach and Potato Curry)

Unbelievably, after a conversation with my best friend Basil, I realized that I had yet to document and share a recipe from my kitchen for s...

Aloo Gobi with Chickpeas - A Twist on a Classic

While my usual version of aloo gobi needs little adornment, I couldn't resist adding some chickpeas to this traditional dish for a prot...

Beet, Lentil and Vegetable Soup

There's nothing like a bowl of hot fresh cooked vegetable soup to comfort the soul and the body with a nourishing dose of vitamins and m...

Southern-Style Eggplant and Potato Casserole with Chickpeas

I was never really crazy about eggplant until a few years ago, but now I often find myself drawn to recipes that showcase this versatile veg...

Aloo Mattar (Potato and Pea Curry)

Aloo mattar is a classic Punjabi dish consisting of potatoes and green peas simmered in a spicy tomato gravy. Those are the central componen...

Thai-Inspired Sweet Potato Kidney Bean Soup

Canadian winters are difficult to endure, especially ones like the current harsh winter. Heavy snow fall, ice storms and long periods of ext...