Category Archives: Vegetarian

Tuscan Greens and Beans

Posted on July 17, 2016 by sillymamacooks

So, I often troll frozen food aisles to see what corporate people are providing, so that I can make my own fresh. I came across an entire section of Morningstar Farms who are now making ready-to-eat, and Tuscan Greens and … Continue reading →

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Broccoli Tots

Posted on March 23, 2016 by sillymamacooks

Forget it, these are delicious, and SO Easy! Broccoli Tots 12 ounces broccoli, cut into small florets ¼ cup scallions, thinly sliced 2 large garlic cloves, finely diced ⅔ cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 egg, beaten ⅔ cup bread crumbs … Continue reading →

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Farro Mushroom Green Bean Salad

Posted on March 7, 2016 by sillymamacooks

Samantha Bee, from Daily Show and now her OWN SHOW, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, did an interview with Grub Street, turns out she is a good cook and time organizer, two things Silly Mama loves. Among so many of … Continue reading →

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Creamed Spinach Mushroom

Posted on March 7, 2016 by sillymamacooks

Let’s talk about SIDES. I was the vegetarian daughter in a family of meat-eaters, and for decades, at holidays, I was asked if I could “just pick it out,” NO, and I went through an entire Engagement Reception Dinner with … Continue reading →

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Zucchini Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

Posted on February 21, 2016 by sillymamacooks

If you don’t have a Spiralizer yet, I highly recommend. I’ve got the Paderno. Here’s a youtube from a previous post to help you get started. Low-carb, delicious “noodles” or, in this case, zucchini swirls for a fabulous salad. Hat … Continue reading →

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One Pan Mexican Quinoa

Posted on February 16, 2016 by sillymamacooks

Easy, fabulous. One pan, mucho taste. Hat tip, Damn Delicious. Recipe: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeño, minced 1 cup quinoa 1 cup vegetable broth 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 oz) … Continue reading →

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Spicy Lentil Tahini Wrap

Posted on January 6, 2016 by sillymamacooks

I wanted to make my own Trader Joe’s Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini Sauce**, and found this recipe. Hat tip, Feasting At Home. I used precooked lentils from Trader Joe’s (found amongst lettuces and other greens), prepped all the other … Continue reading →

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Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Orzo

Posted on December 20, 2015 by sillymamacooks

Had a bunch of asparagus, and needed to make a side. I wanted nothing complicated, super simple, and found this. Hat tip, Supper For A Steal. Recipe (3-4 servings): 1 cup orzo (whole wheat or regular) ¼ cup lemon juice ¼ … Continue reading →

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Delicious Easy Cauliflower Gratin

Posted on December 16, 2015 by sillymamacooks

BOMB SCARE at my child’s school this morning! So this is the world we’re living in. Some asshat sends an email late at night, “targeting” a bunch of schools, and our education gets shut down, 29 million dollars are expended, … Continue reading →

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Red Lentil Soup, “The Only One You’ll Ever Need”

Posted on December 9, 2015 by sillymamacooks

Making this weekend. Recipe (4 servings): 3 tablespoons olive oil, more for drizzling 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin (I like to toast cumin seed, then grind with mortar/pestle) ¼ … Continue reading →

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