INDEX

(Page references in italic refer to illustrations.)

A

açaí, in Brazilian Thunder, 73

acorn squash, in Gingered Winter Squash, 232

Alfresco Summer Dinner, An (menu), 124–31

almonds, in White Gazpacho, 137–38

amaranth, 107

Zucchini Blossoms Stuffed with, 129, 129–30

animal cruelty issues.

See cruelty-free eating

apple:

Beet Salad, 184

Cider, Mulled, 179

Cinnamon Bars, 244

Cobbler, Tanya’s Crumbly, 194

Porridge, Wake-Up Call, 238

artichoke(s):

and Hummus Sandwich, 157–58

Rigatoni with Asparagus, Lima Beans, Peas and, 97, 98–99

and White Bean Puree, 220–21, 222

Arugula, Radicchio, and Fennel Salad, 145–46

asparagus:

with Mint Butter, 102

Rigatoni with Artichokes, Lima Beans, Peas and, 97, 98–99

Slaw, 141, 142–43

Soup, Michael’s Chilled, 84–85

Spaghetti with Pine Nuts and, 96

Vegetable Tart, 190–91

avocado:

Caesar Wraps, 158

Chive Dip, 91

and Grilled Corn Salad, 146

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

B

Balsamic Vinaigrette, Broiled Onions with, 237

barley, 107

Mushroom, and Squash

Stew, 241

Rice, and Bulgur Salad, 109–10

and Roast Squash, 110–11

Seitan, and Mushroom

Stew, 239

Winter Vegetable Soup, 224–25, 225

Bars, Apple Cinnamon, 244

basil, 49

Pesto Panini, 156

Pesto Sauce, Chef G’s Perfect, 63

Roast Summer Vegetable

Pasta, 148

Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes and, 127–28, 128

and Tomato Soup, Cold, 140

bean(s), 202–7. See also black bean(s); chickpea(s); lentil(s); lima bean(s); string bean(s); White Bean(s) cooking chart for, 203

dried, soaking, 202–3

Seitan Chili, 240–41

Bear (Great Pyrenees), 31, 234–35

beet:

Apple Salad, 184

Slaw, 144

and Wheat Berry Salad with Pumpkin Seeds, 113, 114–15

Berry Crumble, 164

birdhouses and bird feeders, 25, 118, 210

black bean(s), 203

Burgers, 160

Hummus, 222

Seitan Chili, 240–41

black-eyed peas, 202, 203

Bliss Smoothie, 60

Blueberry Crush, 90

Bombe, Ice Cream, 244, 246–47

Brazilian Thunder, 73

bread:

Grilled, 8–9, 125

Grilled-, Panzanella, 146, 147

Pudding, Pumpkin, 196

breakfast, 170

Cinnamon Muffins, 174–75, 176–77

Faux Buttermilk Pancakes, 173

French Toast, 172–73

Granola, Debra’s, 174–75, 177

Hearty Fall Breakfast menu, 171–78

Pecan Waffles, 172, 174–75

Porridge, Wake-Up Call, 238

Quinoa, 178

Raspberry Muffins, 173–76, 174–75

broccoli:

Dal Vegetables, 238–39

Soup, 224

Spicy Roast, 231–32

Broccoli Rabe Orecchiette, 186, 186–87

Broth, Vegetable, 226–27

Brown, Richard, 68, 69

Brussels Sprouts, Roast Cabbage and, 232–33, 234–35

bulgur, 107

Barley, and Rice Salad, 109–10

Roast Vegetables, 111–12

Winter Squash with, 188

burgers:

Black Bean, 160

Cashew Lentil, 161

Buttermilk Pancakes, Faux, 173

butternut squash:

Barley and Roast Squash, 110–11

Dal Vegetables, 238–39

Mushroom, Barley, and

Squash Stew, 241

Squash Soup with Pumpkin

Seeds, 223

C

cabbage:

and Kale Soup, 225–26

Roast Brussels Sprouts and, 232–33, 234–35

Caesar Wraps, 158

cakes:

Gingerbread, 242

Red Velvet, 88–89, 104–5

camouflage, art of, 61

Carpaccio, Veggie, 8–9, 126, 127

carrot(s):

Dal Vegetables, 238–39

Fries, Baked, 233

Kale, Lentil, and Vegetable

Stew, 240

Pea Pâté, 125

cashew(s):

Couscous Dolmas, 182

Lentil Burgers, 161

cauliflower:

Pea Pâté, 125

with Pine Nuts, 236, 236–37

Puree, 189–90

Roast, Puree, 136–37

Roast, with Turmeric, 189

Spaghetti with, 187

White Gazpacho, 137–38

celery root:

Kale, Lentil, and Vegetable Stew, 240

Winter Vegetable Soup, 224–25, 225

change, capacity for, 35

chewing gum, 65

chickpea(s) (garbanzo beans), 203

Fries, 206–7

Guacamole Hummus, 179

Hummus and Artichoke Sandwich, 157–58

Patties with Salad, 162, 163

Puree, Lemon, 136

Soup, Curry, 205

Chili, Seitan, 240–41

chips:

Kale, 201

Sunchoke, 82, 92

chives, 49

chocolate, 65

Coconut Squares, 105

Cups, Peanut Butter and Jelly, 245

Hot, Tea, 217, 218–79

Mousse Balls, 216–17

Christmas, 54, 210

Cider, Mulled, 179

cilantro, 49

Cindrich, Debra, 177

Cinnamon Muffins, 174–75, 176–77

Cobbler, Apple, Tanya’s Crumbly, 194

cocktail parties, 56–57

cocktails, time to allocate for, 74

coconut:

Chocolate Mousse Balls, 216–17

Chocolate Squares, 105

Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

water, in Brazilian Thunder, 73

coolers:

Cucumber, 8–9, 134

Watermelon Lemon-Lime, 133

corn:

on the Cob, Grilled Herbed, 152

Mushroom, Barley, and Squash Stew, 241

Tomato Salsa, 135

Cornelia Guest Cookies, 10–11, 28, 211, 218–19

cornmeal. See polenta

couscous, 107

Dolmas, 182

Cozy Winter Supper menu, 214–16

Cranberry Green Tea, Sparkling Iced, 84, 88–89

Cream of Mushroom Soup, 223

Crepes, 243

Strawberry Rhubarb Filling for, 243

cruelty-free eating, 23

author’s adoption of, 32–33, 35

easing into, 36–39

entertaining and, 66, 67–68

meat substitutes and, 40, 41

protein requirements and, 42–44

wine pairings and, 68, 69

cucumber:

Cooler, 8–9, 134

Green Gazpacho, 126

White Gazpacho, 137–38

curry(ied):

Chickpea Soup, 205

Quinoa, 109

D

dairy products, vegan substitutes for, 40

Dal Vegetables, 238–39

decorations, 70–71

DePeron, Jeff, 45, 60, 73

desserts, 75. See also pies

Apple Cinnamon Bars, 244

Apple Cobbler, Tanya’s

Crumbly, 194

Berry Crumble, 164

Chocolate Coconut Squares, 105

Chocolate Mousse Balls, 216–17

Crepes, 243

Gingerbread, 242

Ice Cream Bombe, 244, 246–47

Peaches, Fresh Sliced Yellow and White, with Mint and Lemon, 164

Peanut Butter and Jelly Cups, 245

Pineapple Popsicles, 131

Pumpkin Bread Pudding, 196

Red Velvet Cake, 88–89, 104–5

Strawberry Rhubarb Crepe

Filling, 243

Tomato Tarte Tatin, 165

Watermelon Popsicles, 131

dill, 49

Leek Soup, 138, 139

dips. See spreads and dips

Dolmas, Couscous, 182

dressings. See also vinaigrettes

Caesar, 158

Lemon, 95

drinks:

Bliss Smoothie, 60

Blueberry Crush, 90

Brazilian Thunder, 73

Cucumber Cooler, 8–9, 134

Hot Chocolate Tea, 217, 218–19

Iced Tea, 125

Lemonade, Basic, 90

Lemonade, Spiked, 90

Mulled Cider, 179

Simple Syrup for, 134

Southsides, 134

Sparkling Iced Cranberry Green Tea, 84, 88–89

Strawberry Lemonade, 133

water, 51

Watermelon Lemon-Lime Cooler, 133

E

eggplant:

Dip, 181, 181–82

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

Roast, Spaghetti with Tomatoes and, 148

Tempeh Pot Pies, 8–9, 155

entertaining, 54–75

cruelty-free eating and, 66, 67–68

formal, 54–56

mishaps and, 59–64

pampering yourself and, 60, 71–73

planning and, 67, 70

relaxed, 56, 58–59, 60

table settings and decorations for, 70–71

tips for, 74–75

unsuccessful parties and, 64–66

environmental toxins, 31, 65

organic food and, 46–47

escarole:

Greens and Mushroom

Sauté, 200–201

and White Bean Soup, 204, 204–5

Everything Spring Vegetable

Salad, 92–93, 93

F

Facial from the Kitchen, 72

Fahrni, Alexandra, 34

Farfalle, Fennel and Lima Bean, 149

farmers’ markets, 36

farro, 107

Kale and Cabbage Soup, 225–26

Potato Soup with Greens

and, 198–99

and String Beans, 107–8

and Tomato Salad, 145

Faux Buttermilk Pancakes, 173

fennel:

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

and Lima Bean Farfalle, 149

Radicchio, and Arugula

Salad, 145–46

Roast Tomatoes with White Beans and, 153

Veggie Carpaccio, 8–9, 126, 127

fiber, 44–45

figs, in Wake-Up Call Porridge, 238

flaxseed, in Wake-Up Call Porridge, 238

Flourless Chocolate Tart, 209

flower displays, 70–71

tulips in old polo trophies, 27, 81, 88–89

flowers, 50

fall, 170

spring, 78, 80

summer, 118, 120, 122

winter, 212

flow of energy, 34

Focaccia Flatbread with

Caramelized Onions and

Pears, 157, 159

freezer, keeping well-stocked, 62

French Onion Tart, 230, 231

French Toast, 172–73

fries:

Carrot, Baked, 233

Chickpea, 206–7

Oven, 188

Fritters, Zucchini, 154

fruits:

always in season, 87

fall, 178

pesticide load in, 46

spring, 87

summer, 132

winter, 217

G

Galitzer, Michael, 38, 42, 46

garbanzo beans. See chickpea(s)

gazpacho:

Green, 126

White, 137–38

gin, in Southsides, 134

ginger(ed):

Brazilian Thunder, 73

Winter Squash, 232

Gingerbread, 242

goji berries, in Wake-Up Call Porridge, 238

grains, 44, 106–13. See also barley; bulgur; farro; polenta; quinoa Amaranth, Zucchini Blossoms Stuffed with, 129, 129–30

cooking, 106–7

Wheat Berry and Beet Salad

with Pumpkin Seeds, 113, 114–15

Granola, Debra’s, 174–75, 177

grape leaves, in Couscous Dolmas, 182

green beans. See string bean(s)

Green Gazpacho, 126

greens, 197–201. See also kale;

spinach

Broccoli Rabe Orecchiette, 186, 186–87

Chard Lentil Soup, 197–98

Escarole and White Bean

Soup, 204, 204–5

and Mushroom Sauté, 200–201

Potato Soup with Farro and, 198–99

Swiss Chard, Penne with Potatoes and, 228

Green Salad with Truffle Vinaigrette, 130

green tea:

Brazilian Thunder, 73

Sparkling Iced Cranberry, 84, 88–89

Green Tomato Salsa, 135

grilled:

Bread, 8–9, 125

Bread Panzanella, 146, 147

Corn and Avocado Salad, 146

Herbed Corn on the Cob, 152

Polenta and Radicchio, 151

Vegetable Salad, 141

Guacamole Hummus, 179

Guerrieri, Michael, 58, 63, 84

Guest, C. Z., 26, 28, 29, 30, 54, 180

Guest, Winston, 28, 30, 54, 213, 234–35

H

Halston, 26, 29, 30

Hearty Fall Breakfast menu, 171–78

herbs, fresh, 48–49, 50

Hot Chocolate Tea, 217, 218–19

hummus:

and Artichoke Sandwich, 157–58

Black Bean, 222

Guacamole, 179

Hurlington Cup, 174–75

I

Ice Cream Bombe, 244, 246–47

Iced Tea, 125

J

juices, green, 45

K

kale:

Braised, Spaghetti, 200

Brazilian Thunder, 73

and Cabbage Soup, 225–26

Chips, 201

Lentil, and Vegetable Stew, 240

with White Bean Sauté, 199–200

kidney beans, 203

Mushroom, Barley, and Squash Stew, 241

Seitan Chili, 240–41

kitchen gardens, 48, 50

kitchen mishaps, 59–64

knife handling, 58

L

Lasagna, Spinach Tofu, 227–28

late arrivals, 74

leek(s):

Soup, Dill, 138, 139

Summertime Soup, 140

legumes, 44. See also bean(s)

lemon:

Chickpea Puree, 136

Dressing, 95

herbal tea, in Iced Tea, 125

Lime Watermelon Cooler, 133

lemonade:

Basic, 90

Spiked, 90

Strawberry, 133

lentil(s), 202, 203

Burgers, Cashew, 161

Chard Soup, 197–98

Dal Vegetables, 238–39

Kale, and Vegetable Stew, 240

with Red Wine, 207

lima bean(s), 203

and Fennel Farfalle, 149

Rigatoni with Asparagus, Artichokes, Peas and, 97, 98–99

Vegetable Tart, 190–91

lime:

Lemon Watermelon Cooler, 133

Southsides, 134

locally grown food, 36

M

mandolines, 59–60

marjoram, 49

Mathews, Dan, 32

Maze (Mademoiselle), 28, 220

meat substitutes, 40, 41

menu cards, ceramic, 77, 234–35

mint(ed), 49

Brazilian Thunder, 73

Butter, Asparagus with, 102

Parsley Pesto, Pappardelle

with, 150

Potatoes with Peas, 101

Southsides, 134

movement, flow of energy and, 34

muffins:

Cinnamon, 174–75, 176–77

Raspberry, 173–76, 174–75

Mulled Cider, 179

mushroom(s):

Barley, and Squash Stew, 241

Cream of, Soup, 223

Pâté, 180, 180–81

Penne with Peas and, 228–29, 229

Polenta and, 193

Porcini Pappardelle with

Pistachios, 185

Seitan, and Barley Stew, 239

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

N

noodles. See also pasta

Soba Salad, 4–5, 94

O

oats, 107

Berry Crumble, 164

Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

onion(s), 65

Broiled, with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 237

Caramelized, Focaccia Flatbread with Pears and, 157, 159

Roast Summer Vegetable

Pasta, 148

Tart, French, 230, 231

orange juice, in Iced Tea, 125

Orecchiette, Broccoli Rabe, 186, 186–87

oregano, 49

organic food, 46–48

growing your own, 48

organic skincare products, 52

P

Page, Russell, 6–7

Palmquist, Richard, 31, 65, 66

pampering yourself, 60, 71–73

Pancakes, Faux Buttermilk, 173

Panini, Pesto, 156

Panzanella, Grilled-Bread, 146, 147

pappardelle:

with Parsley-Mint Pesto, 150

Porcini, with Pistachios, 185

parsley, 49

Mint Pesto, Pappardelle

with, 150

Summertime Soup, 140

parsnips, in Winter Vegetable

Soup, 224–25, 225

pasta:

Braised Kale Spaghetti, 200

Broccoli Rabe Orecchiette, 186, 186–87

Fennel and Lima Bean Farfalle, 149

Pappardelle with Parsley-Mint Pesto, 150

Penne with Peas and

Mushrooms, 228–29, 229

Penne with Potatoes and Chard, 228

Porcini Pappardelle with Pistachios, 185

Rigatoni with Asparagus, Artichokes, Lima Beans, and Peas, 97, 98–99

Roast Summer Vegetable, 148

Spaghetti with Asparagus and Pine Nuts, 96

Spaghetti with Cauliflower, 187

Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil, 127–28, 128

Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Roast Eggplant, 148

Spinach Tofu Lasagna, 227–28

pâtés:

Mushroom, 180, 180–81

Pea, 125

pea(s), 203. See also split

pea(s)

Braised Radicchio with Shallots and, 103

Green Gazpacho, 126

Minted Potatoes with, 101

Pâté, 125

Penne with Mushrooms and, 228–29, 229

Pesto, 101

Rigatoni with Asparagus, Artichokes, Lima Beans and, 97, 98–99

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

Peaches, Fresh Sliced Yellow and White, with Mint and Lemon, 164

Peanut Butter and Jelly Cups, 245

Pears, Focaccia Flatbread with Caramelized Onions and, 157, 159

pecan(s):

Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

Waffles, 172, 174–75

penne:

with Peas and Mushrooms, 228–29, 229

with Potatoes and Chard, 228

Perfect Spring Lunch, A (menu), 83–86

pesto, 62

Panini, 156

Parsley-Mint, Pappardelle with, 150

Pea, 101

Sauce, Chef G’s Perfect, 63

PETA, 32

Petrovna, Tanya, 41, 194

pets, caring for, 31, 65

Phipps, Annie, 213

Piecrust, All-Purpose, 86

pies:

Plum, 130

Shepherd’s, 209, 215

Strawberry Rhubarb, 85–86, 88–89

Sweet Potato, 195

Pineapple Popsicles, 131

pine nuts:

Cauliflower with, 236, 236–37

Spaghetti Squash with Tarragon and, 192

Pistachios, Porcini Pappardelle with, 185

planning parties, 67, 70

plastics, 65

Plum Pie, 130

polenta, 107

Grilled, and Radicchio, 151

and Mushrooms, 193

Roast Vegetable, 112–13

polo trophies, tulips displayed in, 27, 81, 88–89

Poppy Seed Vinaigrette, 96

popsicles:

Pineapple, 131

Watermelon, 131

Porcini Pappardelle with Pistachios, 185

Porridge, Wake-Up Call, 238

potato(es):

Fries, Oven, 188

Mashed, with Spinach, 190

with Peas, Minted, 101

Penne with Chard and, 228

Roast, with Truffle Oil, 230–31

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

Soup with Greens and Farro, 198–99

Summertime Soup, 140

Three-, Roast, 194

Pot Pies, Tempeh, 8–9, 155

processed foods, 31

proteins, 42–44

pumpkin:

Bread Pudding, 196

Gingered Winter Squash, 232

and Split Pea Soup, 203

Winter Squash with Bulgur, 188

pumpkin seeds:

Beet and Wheat Berry Salad with, 113, 114–15

Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

Squash Soup with, 223

Q

quinoa, 106, 107

Breakfast, 178

Curried, 109

Salad with Mint and Parsley with Lemon Dressing, 85

Sauté, 108–9

R

radicchio:

Arugula, and Fennel Salad, 145–46

Braised, with Shallots and

Peas, 103

Grilled Polenta and, 151

radish(es), 37

Roast, 102

Rainy Day Warm Spring Salad, 93–94

Raspberry Muffins, 173–76, 174–75

Red Velvet Cake, 88–89, 104–5

rhubarb:

Strawberry Crepe Filling, 243

Strawberry Pie, 85–86, 88–89

rice:

Baked Vegetable Risotto, 100

Barley, and Bulgur Salad, 109–10

Rigatoni with Asparagus, Artichokes, Lima Beans, and Peas, 97, 98–99

Risotto, Baked Vegetable, 100

romaine lettuce, in Caesar Wraps, 158

rosemary, 49

rushing, avoiding of, 59–60

rutabaga, in Kale, Lentil, and Vegetable Stew, 240

S

sage, 49

salads:

Apple Beet, 184

Asparagus Slaw, 141, 142–43

Barley, Rice, and Bulgur, 109–10

Beet and Wheat Berry, with Pumpkin Seeds, 113, 114–15

Beet Slaw, 144

Corn, Grilled, and Avocado, 146

Everything Spring

Vegetable, 92–93, 93

Farro and Tomato, 145

Green, with Truffle Vinaigrette, 130

Grilled-Bread Panzanella, 146, 147

Grilled Vegetable, 141

Quinoa, with Mint and Parsley with Lemon Dressing, 85

Radicchio, Arugula, and Fennel, 145–46

Rainy Day Warm Spring, 93–94

Soba, 4–5, 94

Sweet Potato Watercress, 183, 183–84

Watercress, String Bean, and Fried Shallot, 144–45

salsas:

Green Tomato, 135

Tomato Corn, 135

Saltzman, Brian, 58–59

sandwiches. See also burgers Caesar Wraps, 158

Focaccia Flatbread with Caramelized Onions and

Pears, 157, 159

Hummus and Artichoke, 157–58

Pesto Panini, 156

sauces. See pesto

Scavullo, Francesco, 29, 30

seating arrangements, 74–75

seitan, 40, 41, 43

Barley, and Mushroom

Stew, 239

Chili, 240–41

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

serving food, 74

sesame seeds, in Debra’s

Granola, 174–75, 177

shallot(s):

Braised Radicchio with Peas and, 103

Fried, Watercress, and String Bean Salad, 144–45

Veggie Carpaccio, 8–9, 126, 127

Shaw, Margot, 50, 80, 122, 170, 212

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

Simple Syrup, 134

skin care, 52, 72

slaws:

Asparagus, 141, 142–43

Beet, 144

Smoothie, Bliss, 60

Soba Salad, 4–5, 94

soups:

Asparagus, Michael’s

Chilled, 84–85

Broccoli, 224

Chard Lentil, 197–98

Cream of Mushroom, 223

Curry Chickpea, 205

Dill Leek, 138, 139

Green Gazpacho, 126

Kale and Cabbage, 225–26

Potato, with Greens and Farro, 198–99

Pumpkin and Split Pea, 203

Squash, with Pumpkin

Seeds, 223

Summertime, 140

Tomato and Basil, Cold, 140

Vegetable Broth, 226–27

White Bean and Escarole, 204, 204–5

White Gazpacho, 137–38

Winter Vegetable, 224–25, 225

Southsides, 134

spaghetti:

with Asparagus and Pine

Nuts, 96

Braised Kale, 200

with Cauliflower, 187

with Fresh Tomatoes and

Basil, 127–28, 128

with Tomatoes and Roast Eggplant, 148

Spaghetti Squash with Pine Nuts and Tarragon, 192

Sparkling Iced Cranberry Green Tea, 84, 88–89

spinach:

Mashed Potatoes with, 190

Tofu Lasagna, 227–28

Winter Vegetable Soup, 224–25, 225

split pea(s), 202, 203

and Pumpkin Soup, 203

spreads and dips. See also

salsas; spreads

Artichoke and White Bean

Puree, 220–21, 222

Avocado Chive Dip, 91

Black Bean Hummus, 222

Cauliflower, Roast, Puree, 136–37

Eggplant Dip, 181, 181–82

Guacamole Hummus, 179

Lemon Chickpea Puree, 136

Mushroom Pâté, 180, 180–81

Pea Pâté, 125

Watercress Spread, 91

Spring Salad, Rainy Day Warm, 93–94

Spring Vegetable Salad, Everything, 92–93, 93

squash, winter. See also

butternut squash; pumpkin with Bulgur, 188

Gingered, 232

Mushroom, and Barley

Stew, 241

Roast, Barley and, 110–11

Soup with Pumpkin Seeds, 223

Spaghetti, with Pine Nuts and Tarragon, 192

squashes, summer. See also yellow summer squash; zucchini

Roast, 154

starters. See also salsas; soups; spreads and dips Couscous Dolmas, 182

French Onion Tart, 230, 231

Sunchoke Chips, 82, 92

Veggie Carpaccio, 8–9, 126, 127

stews:

Kale, Lentil, and Vegetable, 240

Mushroom, Barley, and Squash, 241

Seitan, Barley, and Mushroom, 239

Seitan Chili, 240–41

strawberry:

Lemonade, 133

Rhubarb Crepe Filling, 243

Rhubarb Pie, 85–86, 88–89

string bean(s):

Farro and, 107–8

Grilled-Bread Panzanella, 146, 147

Summertime Soup, 140

Watercress, and Fried

Shallot Salad, 144–45

Summertime Soup, 140

Summer Vegetable, Roast, Pasta, 148

Sunchoke Chips, 82, 92

sunflower seeds, in Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

supplements, 44

sweeteners, 38, 40

sweet potato:

Pie, 195

Watercress Salad, 183, 183–84

Swiss chard:

Greens and Mushroom

Sauté, 200–201

Lentil Soup, 197–98

Penne with Potatoes and, 228

Syrup, Simple, 134

T

table settings and decorations, 70–71

tarragon, 49

tarts:

Onion, French, 230, 231

Tomato Tarte Tatin, 165

Vegetable, 190–91

tea:

green, in Brazilian Thunder, 73

Green, Sparkling Iced Cranberry, 84, 88–89

Hot Chocolate, 217, 218–19

Iced, 125

tempeh, 40, 41, 43

Pot Pies, 8–9, 155

Templeton, 28–29, 35, 168–70, 210

Thanksgiving, 54, 168

Three-Potato Roast, 194

thyme, 49

tofu, 40, 41, 43

French Toast, 172–73

Spinach Lasagna, 227–28

tomato(es):

and Basil Soup, Cold, 140

Caesar Wraps, 158

Corn Salsa, 135

and Farro Salad, 145

Fresh, Spaghetti with Basil

and, 127–28, 128

Green, Salsa, 135

Grilled-Bread Panzanella, 146, 147

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

Roast, with Fennel and

White Beans, 153

Roast Summer Vegetable

Pasta, 148

Shepherd’s Pie, 209, 215

Spaghetti with Roast Eggplant and, 148

Tarte Tatin, 119, 165

Vinaigrette, 95

Topiary Garden, 6–7, 53

toxins, 31. See environmental

toxins

organic food and, 46–47

trophies, 174–75

tulips displayed in, 27, 81, 88–89

truffle:

Oil, Roast Potatoes with, 230–31

Vinaigrette, 130

tulips, 27, 81, 88–89

Turmeric, Roast Cauliflower with, 189

turnips, in Winter Vegetable Soup, 224–25, 225

V

Vargas, Joanna, 52, 72

vegetable(s), 36. See also specific vegetables always in season, 87

Braised, 102–3

Broth, 226–27

Dal, 238–39

fall, 178

Grilled, Salad, 141

Kale, and Lentil Stew, 240

pesticide load in, 46

Risotto, Baked, 100

Roast, Bulgur, 111–12

Roast, Polenta, 112–13

Roast Summer, Salad, 148

spring, 87

Spring, Salad, Everything, 92–93, 93

summer, 132

Tart, 190–91

Veggie Carpaccio, 8–9, 126, 127

winter, 217

Winter, Soup, 224–25, 225

vegetarian or vegan diet. See cruelty-free eating

vinaigrettes: Balsamic, 237

Basic, 95

Poppy Seed, 96

Tomato, 95

Truffle, 130

W

Waffles, Pecan, 172, 174–75

walnuts:

Debra’s Granola, 174–75, 177

Sweet Potato Watercress

Salad, 183, 183–84

Warhol, Andy, 26, 29

watercress:

Spread, 91

String Bean, and Fried

Shallot Salad, 144–45

Sweet Potato Salad, 183, 183–84

water intake, 51

watermelon:

Lemon-Lime Cooler, 133

Popsicles, 131

Weber, Bruce, 234–35

Wessel, Vivian, 79

wheat berry(ies), 107

and Beet Salad with Pumpkin Seeds, 113, 114–15

wheat germ, in Debra’s

Granola, 174–75, 177

White Bean(s), 203, 206

and Artichoke Puree, 220–21, 222

and Escarole Soup, 204, 204–5

with Kale Sauté, 199–200

Roast Tomatoes with Fennel and, 153

White Gazpacho, 137–38

wholesome eating, 36–52. See also cruelty-free eating organic food and, 46–48

protein and nutrient needs and, 42–45

top ten foods to avoid, 38

water intake and, 51

wine:

pairing with vegan food, 68, 69

Red, Lentils with, 207

Winter Vegetable Soup, 224–25, 225

Wraps, Caesar, 158

X

xylitol, 65

Y

yellow summer squash:

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

Roast Summer Squashes, 154

Roast Summer Vegetable

Pasta, 148

Z

zucchini:

Blossoms Stuffed with

Amaranth, 129, 129–30

Fritters, 154

Grilled Vegetable Salad, 141

Roast Summer Squashes, 154

Veggie Carpaccio, 8–9, 126, 127