Fresh cranberry beans celebrate some of nature’s most beautiful plants. Though the pink and purple hues fade with cooking, the prep work is like opening dozens of tiny gifts. A few weeks ago, I was just walking through the farmer’s market near my office, when something caught my eye. There was a giant mount of […]
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Green Beans with Mushrooms and Shallots
These dairy-free green beans with mushrooms and shallots will quickly replace the heavy green bean casserole on your table. Familiar flavors come together, but the dish still resembles a healthy vegetable on the plate. Look, I don’t have anything against green bean casserole. I think green beans are delicious, but when they get “casseroled”, it […]
Smashed Cucumber Salad
Okay, I’ll admit it. I never used to like cucumbers. They always seem boring, flavorless, and a waste of a vegetable. I am here to admit I was wrong. This smashed cucumber salad is crisp, refreshing, and the perfect side dish for the summertime. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if […]