A Year of Meatless Meals: September 2015

Easy, flavorful, and delicious vegetarian recipes including soups, salads, sandwiches, and comfort food.

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Eggs Florentine over Seared Polenta

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

For an elegant weekend brunch, try a twist on classic eggs benedict.

Eggs Florentine over Seared Polenta Recipe

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Caprese Pizza

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Food Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen

The classic salad jumped to the other side of the menu for a bright play on two Italian favorites.

Caprese Pizza Recipe

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Chilaquiles and Eggs

Photo: Oxmoor House

Do you sometimes forget to chip-clip your bag of tortilla chips after snacking? Yes? Then you'll love our chilaquiles! Chilaquiles is a delicious Mexican dish that usually includes tortillas. We use stale tortilla chips instead--that way, you can say you left that bag open on purpose.
Chilaquiles and Eggs Recipe

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Mushroom Stroganoff

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Smoked paprika adds depth to this meatless dish.

Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe

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Red Lentil Burgers

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

The classic version of these meatless burgers comes from Turkey, where cooked lentils are combined with fine bulgur to make the "meat" for the patties. I tend to have rice on hand more often, so I use that instead. Lightly wet your hands before shaping the patties; the water helps prevent the mixture from sticking to your skin. Serve cooked burgers on leaf lettuce if you wish, sprinkled with fresh herbs, and put out lemon wedges, a bowl of chopped cucumber, and a chile sauce or a creamy yogurt-based sauce as accompaniments. Cooked patties freeze well; reheat in the oven at 350° for 10 minutes or until heated.
Red Lentil Burgers Recipe

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Fig, Hazelnut, and Goat Cheese Salad

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

Crunch, sweetness, and a touch of richness--this recipe has everything you want in a salad. Dress the greens separately, then tuck in the soft figs and cheese so they keep their shape.

Fig, Hazelnut, and Goat Cheese Salad Recipe

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Eggs Simmered in Tomato Sauce

This fragrant, meatless dish is inspired by Middle Eastern shakshuka. Make sure to keep plenty of crusty bread around to mop up the spiced tomato sauce.
Eggs Simmered in Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Heirloom Tomato Salad with Arugula, Burrata, and Eggplant Croutons

Photo: Thomas J. Story

For this salad, use a mix of tomato varieties. The eggplant "croutons" are small cubes, breaded in seasoned panko and briskly fried.

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Arugula, Burrata, and Eggplant Croutons Recipe

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Zucchini-and-Ricotta Mini Frittatas

Mini frittatas make for a cute presentation, not to mention built-in portion control! No more going in for just a tiny scoop more when your heart says yes but your stomach says no.
Zucchini-and-Ricotta Mini Frittatas Recipe

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The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Use mayonnaise instead of butter for added flavor and to keep the bread from burning.

The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Recipe

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Ratatouille Pizza

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Claire Spollen

Fall in love with the hybrid of two European classics—French ratatouille and Italian pizza.
Ratatouille Pizza Recipe

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Huevos Rancheros

Brunch just got so much better! Green onion and a squeeze of lime add color and zing to the meatless breakfast classic.
Huevos Rancheros Recipe

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Asian Stir-Fry Quinoa Bowl

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

A stir-fry quinoa bowl brimming with fresh veggies and tofu is a healthy replacement for the days you just can't kick the craving for takeout.
Asian Stir-Fry Quinoa Bowl Recipe

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Cauliflower and Chickpea Quinoa with Tahini Drizzle

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

Roasting adds an earthy depth of flavor to the veggies, but you can save time by keeping them raw--just toss right into the quinoa.
Cauliflower and Chickpea Quinoa with Tahini Drizzle Recipe

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Wheat Berry Salad with Melon and Feta

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

We were blown away by this intriguing mix of fresh, crunchy, and juicy produce with chewy wheat berries and creamy cheese.
Wheat Berry Salad with Melon and Feta Recipe

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus

Photo: Colin Clark; Food Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley; Prop Styling: Lindsey Lower

The splash of vodka works as a flavor enhancer, adding a little jolt to the creamy sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus Recipe

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Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

Keep this simple recipe in your back pocket for nights you're looking for a hearty, nutritious dinner idea.
Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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Five-Bean Chili

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

Here is a make-ahead chili that both meat lovers and vegetarians will love: It packs in all the classic flavors you want and is loaded with beans that give the dish a rich, almost meaty character. Serving this chili the next day lets flavors meld--if the beans soak up a lot of liquid overnight, you can add more vegetable broth or even water to thin out the stew.
Five-Bean Chili Recipe

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Apple Flatbread

Apples star in this sweet-savory flatbread recipe—perfect for a quick appetizer or light meal.
Apple Flatbread Recipe

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Hummus Wrap

These tasty veggie wraps come together in 5 minutes and cost less than $2 per serving. Sounds like lunch to us.
Hummus Wrap Recipe

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Caprese Mac and Cheese

Photo: Randy Mayor; Food Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley; Prop Styling: Lindsay Lower

The classic Italian salad gets a kick of creamy comfort in this deliciously light hybrid recipe.
Caprese Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Baby Lettuces with Beets

Photo: Erin Kunkel; Styling: Kevin Crafts

You can make this with any small lettuces, but it's especially dramatic with maroon and chartreuse leaves. Spices unite the earthy beets and sweet lettuce.
Baby Lettuces with Beets Recipe

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Cheddar, Broccoli, and Barley Sweet Potatoes

Photo: Squire Fox; Styling: Carla Gonzales-Hart

Dress baked sweet potatoes with broccoli, barley, and cheddar cheese for kid-appeal and a hearty boost of nutrition.
Cheddar, Broccoli, and Barley Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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Couscous Salad

Toss couscous with pesto, lemon juice,and fresh veggies for an easy weeknight dinner or office lunch.
Couscous Salad Recipe

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Banana-Almond Butter French Toast Sandwiches

Photo: Oxmoor House

Breakfast sandwiches make us want to dance around the kitchen--especially when our panini press is involved. But you don't need a press to make this sandwich. Just cook it in a frying pan with some cooking spray, and press on it with the back of a spatula. Presto! (Get it?!)
Banana-Almond Butter French Toast Sandwiches Recipe

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Deep-Dish Mushroom and Onion Pizza

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Food Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen

Marinara, mushrooms, and sauteed onions make this cheesy deep-dish pie a true stand-out.
Deep-Dish Mushroom and Onion Pizza Recipe

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Feta, Green Onion, and Asparagus Frittata

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

We're seeing green on this weekend's brunch menu! This flavor-packed veggie frittata will keep you coming back for more.
Feta, Green Onion, and Asparagus Frittata Recipe

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Carrot-Farro Salad

Farro salad gets a refreshing crunch from fresh radishes and carrots—perfect for crisp early Autumn nights on the porch.
Carrot-Farro Salad Recipe

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Two-Tomato, Basil, Goat Cheese Frittata

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Juicy grape and plum tomatoes combine with fresh basil and creamy goat cheese for a wow-worthy breakfast or brunch dish.
Two-Tomato, Basil, Goat Cheese Frittata Recipe

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Rice and Bean Bowl

This satisfying rice and bean bowl can be made with ingredients you likely already have in the pantry. Packed with protein, this hearty meal is sure to leave you full and satisfied, without having to break the bank. Make it ahead of time and pack a couple containers to have several meals prepped in advance.

Rice and Bean Bowl Recipe

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A Year of Meatless Meals: September

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Eggs Florentine over Seared Polenta

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Caprese Pizza

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Chilaquiles and Eggs

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Mushroom Stroganoff

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Red Lentil Burgers

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Fig, Hazelnut, and Goat Cheese Salad

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Eggs Simmered in Tomato Sauce

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Heirloom Tomato Salad with Arugula, Burrata, and Eggplant Croutons

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Zucchini-and-Ricotta Mini Frittatas

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The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

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Ratatouille Pizza

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Huevos Rancheros

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Asian Stir-Fry Quinoa Bowl

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Cauliflower and Chickpea Quinoa with Tahini Drizzle

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Wheat Berry Salad with Melon and Feta

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus

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Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Five-Bean Chili

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Apple Flatbread

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Hummus Wrap

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Caprese Mac and Cheese

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Baby Lettuces with Beets

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Cheddar, Broccoli, and Barley Sweet Potatoes

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Couscous Salad

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Banana-Almond Butter French Toast Sandwiches

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Deep-Dish Mushroom and Onion Pizza

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