Darshana Thacker Wendel

Making your own red cabbage sauerkraut is a fun and easy fermentation project. Simply pack shredded cabbage into sterilized Mason jars with salt, ginger, jalapeño, garlic, and brown rice vinegar to infuse it with finger-licking flavor. Over several days, the cabbage will ferment into a delicious, crunchy sauerkraut that’s perfect for topping carrot dogs or […]

Paratha is a type of Indian flatbread often eaten on its own for breakfast or as a side dish with dinner. It can be plain or stuffed, and in this easy recipe we stuff each scrumptious round with herb-infused riced cauliflower. Savory cumin, spicy serrano chile, and zesty lime juice are soaked up by the […]

This brothy Burmese dish is a fragrant one-pot meal packed full of noodles, vegetables, and curried soup. Instead of the traditional coconut milk used in khow suey, this version is thickened with chickpea flour, which gives the soup a creamy texture without all the added fat. Spicy ginger, zesty lime juice, and aromatic cilantro form […]

This carrot ginger soup is equal parts refreshing and hearty, which makes it the ideal meal no matter the season. The slurpable stew is packed full of warming flavors while chunks of creamy potatoes, leafy kale, and chopped veggies deliver nutrient-dense fiber and tantalizing texture. Splashes of white wine vinegar and lemon juice dial up […]

Whether you’re hosting guests for the holidays or dishing up a family breakfast, it’s always good to have recipes on hand that you can make the night before and pop in the oven when it’s time to eat. This scrumptious scrambled tofu casserole gets its eggy flavor from black salt. (Sea salt will work just […]

Easy homemade croutons do double duty in this spicy tomato soup: cooked directly into the bisque to help it thicken, and sprinkled atop each serving for a crunchy garnish. A simple base of canned tomatoes and tomato sauce is enhanced with marjoram, basil, thyme, and a handful of other aromatic herbs. Carrots and celery add […]

Need some extra motivation to get out of bed in the morning? You won’t be tempted to snooze your alarm when you can have a batch of these yummy breakfast nachos ready in minutes. Crispy tortilla chips are loaded with hearty beans, sweet corn, and crunchy veggies that are coated in spicy Southwest seasonings. And […]

A traditional dish in Mexican cuisine, sopes are like very thick corn tortillas with slightly raised edges that hold in a tasty filling and are easy to make from scratch. In this scrumptious recipe, the sopes are formed by combining masa harina, sea salt, and water into a soft dough and rolling it into a […]

This eggless chocolate flan recipe is a surefire winner for your next fiesta. Sweet potato puree takes the place of sweetened condensed milk to create a luscious creamy texture that melts in your mouth with every spoonful. Agar powder (a vegan setting agent derived from seaweed) ensures you still get the traditional jiggly texture while […]

These comforting, creamy spuds are an excellent side dish when you’re trying to impress a group of guests. The mashed taters are infused with bright lemon juice, fresh dill, and tangy garlic to deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. Plant-based milk makes them extra velvety so each bite tastes like you’re nibbling on a cloud, […]

Perk up a picnic or afternoon barbecue with this refreshing corn and tomato salad. The juicy kernels are tossed with tangy scallions, fresh cilantro, and tart lemon juice to brighten up the earthy flavors of the produce, while chopped jalapeño gives the medley a spicy kick. This summery salad is ideal for spooning onto tortilla […]

In this recipe, pantry basics are transformed into a scrumptious pasta dish that features a creamy cashew sauce, succulent vegetables, and hunger-busting chickpeas. We recommend keeping a bag of frozen veggies on hand to keep things simple, but you’re welcome to use fresh produce. Italian seasoning infuses everything with the tantalizing aromas of basil, oregano, […]