Posts by Melissa Mehlbaum
Balsamic Broccoli Noodles
The sauce that brings the noodles and veggies together in this dish, is a unique combination. Soy sauce and balsamic vinegar is unexpected, but it works surprisingly well. The noodles and tofu will partly soak up the sauce.
Read MoreAubergine with Pita Bread
This is such a simple stew recipe. Chop the vegetables, add them with the seasonings, lentils and tomato paste to a pot. Some stirring and 30 minutes later you’ve got a delicious filling meal. The yoghurt with mint give a fresh finish to this dish.
Read MoreSpinach Potato Curry
I first had saag (spinach curry) in England. I loved how it was creamy without the use of some cream substance like coconut milk. Potatoes and lentils go well with the curry. Warm your naan before dipping in.
Read MoreYellow Fried Rice
This fried rice is a simple dish to make, with few ingredients. That does not mean it has to taste simple. The secret ingredient is the crumbled tofu, that together with the rice soaks up all the different spices and flavors.
Read MoreCannellini Tagliatelle
This tagliatelle is perfect for anyone that dislikes cutting work or spending a long time on cooking. The only preparation you need to do is mincing the garlic. It’s one of our new favourites for when something needs to be on the table as quickly as possible.
Read MoreParsnip Rice Noodles
Rice noodle dishes are easy and relatively quick to make. Boil the noodles, sauté vegetables and spices in the wok, and you’ve got a healthy & hearty midweek meal. This version uses typical winter vegetables.
Read MoreCreamy Gnocchi with Roasted Cauliflower
A seemingly random mix of tastes and textures that work well together. Cooking the gnocchi in a frying pan instead of water makes them less sticky. Together with the flavorful cauliflower and creamy sauce it’s a comforting and easy meal.
Read MoreClassic Minestrone
Minestrone is a vegetable soup that can have all sorts of ingredients in it. Originally, veggies would change with whatever was locally available and in season. Beans and pasta that are cooked in it, thicken it to a rich soup.
Read MoreBean Soup with Salsa
Bean soup is one of those traditional, simple, Dutch recipes many grandmas used to make. The brown bean for good reason is sometimes called Dutch bean. We’re putting it in a new guise with Latin flavors.
Read MoreTomato Risotto
An easy, soft, and creamy risotto. The wine and rich tomato flavors are toned down by the cream near the end. The rocket brings it all together with some texture.
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