Month: February 2014

Ma’alooba (Upside-down)

Ma’alooba (Upside-down)

Ma’alooba is very versatile, it can be done vegetarian (add your favorite beans for protein), with chunks of chicken, beef, lamb or fish, or ground beef.  It is most traditional with eggplant, but we love it with cauliflower.  You can mix and match any vegetables 

Vegetarian Quinoa-Stuffed Grapeleaves

Vegetarian Quinoa-Stuffed Grapeleaves

I love grape leaves! We have grapes growing in our backyard,  but I probably use more leaves than grapes 🙂  I decided to create a healthier vegetarian version using quinoa. Start by preparing the grape leaves.  If you are using fresh leaves, blanch them for a 

Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

Although I am a foodie and will try a little of anything, for the last year I have been primarily vegetarian.  Often when I cook for my family I just avoid the meat on the side.  I discovered quinoa about the same time I started