Wanna pack this baked ziti with even MORE veggies? Try throwing in some chopped red peppers, sliced zucchini, or swap the spinach for kale! Just because it’s carb-y and cheesy doesn’t mean it has to be totally unhealthy. Ingredients 1 lb.ziti pasta 1 Tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil 1medium onion, chopped 2cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp.tomato paste 1 […]

With no meat to get in the way this lasagna isn’t messing around. Here are our top tips for getting it perfect every time. 1. Use low-moisture mozzarella. Fresh mozz is great, but it’s too watery for lasagna. Though we generally prefer freshly grated cheese, the pre-packaged shredded kind is best here. It has the […]

There are two types of gnocchi you’ll usually find in the grocery store. The shelf-stable kind that you find near the dry pasta that must be boiled, and the type you find in the refrigerated section near the ravioli and tortellini. This refrigerated gnocchi can be simply heated through in a pan or, in this […]

In this meat-free Vietnamese classic, the pressed tofu will marinade twice: once quickly before cooking so it doesn’t soak up too much liquid and again after it’s cooked, to flavor it through. A French baguette will do the job, but getting your hands on an airier, lighter, thin-and-crisp-crusted Vietnamese baguette is the ultimate. Made this? Let […]

To get extra crispy “fried” cauliflower, you gotta use your air fryer. This recipe is basically the vegan version of our favorite fish tacos. For the coating, you’ll need to make a milk and flour slurry first so that the panko bread crumbs stick to the florets. It’s a slightly tedious process, but while one batch of cauliflower is […]

Tofu can be a hard sell. There are many complaints about its bland texture and flavor, but when given a special treatment, a transformation takes place. This recipe calls for extra-firm tofu that has been frozen, a trick my mom taught me. Once defrosted, you’ll see that the tofu has become more porous, almost sponge-like: […]

On the most hectic days of our hectic lives, it’s best to go simple. For these sesame noodles, you can use any noodle in a pinch, and the nutty dressing comes together in under 10 minutes. You’ll spend more time slicing some refreshing cucumbers than you will actually cooking. The only step that requires heating is […]

Butternut squash goes undercover in this creamy, cheesy sauce. Soft, sweet and conveniently orange, it adds body and richness to a dish we didn’t think we could love any more: mac & cheese. A little thyme does some heavy lifting, making the homey comfort food classic a little fancy, and bringing some fall flavors to the […]

Homemade pasta might seem like a chore, but trust us—this pumpkin ravioli is worth every second. Filled with a cheesy pumpkin filling and tossed with an herby garlic butter sauce, this is the fall dinner we serve when we’re looking to truly impress. If this is your first time making ravioli at home, or if […]

This easy tomato soup is perfect for those chilly fall and winter evenings. If you prefer a heartier greens, kale or broccoli rabe can be added 5 minutes after the tortellini! Ingredients 1 Tbsp.butter 1/2medium onion, diced 4cloves garlic, minced 3 tsp.Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp.red pepper flakes 3 Tbsp.all-purpose flour 3 Tbsp.tomato paste 3 c.low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth […]