Bolognese or meat sauce, as we used to call it in my household growing up, was a Sunday night staple. My mom would always make it with ground lean turkey, jarred sauce, and it would always be better the next day. Thus the reason why this dish is my comfort food. In my continual effort to think with a more plant-forward focus, I swapped the turkey for lentils, made my own sauce, and added meaty mushrooms and tons of fresh and dried herbs and spices to create a flavorful and comforting meal.
Read moreArame + Ginger Soba Noodle Stir-fry
When I am craving something light and fortifying, a simple stir-fry is typically the answer. Stir-fry's are the ideal way to use up some of those leftover vegetables in the fridge as well as get a meal on the table in a short amount of time. I like to keep my stir-fry's simple, uncomplicated, and adaptable to what I have on hand. Ginger and garlic always serve as the base and I build each layer with whatever vegetables happen to lurking in my produce drawer. To add flavor, I lean on sesame oil, tamari, and umeboshi vinegar, to create the perfect balance of salty, savory, and acidic.
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