I like to think that the vegetarian comfort food I make is a direct mashup of my midwestern upbringing and my current California state of mind. They are meals that are (or feel) rich and are rooted in many recipes I knew as a kid. However, the recipes are heavy on fresh produce. The result is a list of vegetarian comfort food recipes that can please an entire family but pack a good amount of nutrients. Below is just the beginning of what’s in the archives. The good news? A lot of these are family favorites that even my little guy with eat.
Pasta
I have a major pet peeve when it comes to pasta served at restaurants. The bowl arrives only to see there’s just a speckle of vegetables lost among a see of pasta. My equation for pasta is usually 1/2 vegetables, 1/2 noodles. If you have the time, I recommend trying your hand at homemade pasta. There’s also a few companies making some lovely pasta from locally grown grains- look for these at your local Co-op or Whole Foods.
Butter Butternut Squash Pasta
Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower and Lemon-Almond Sauce
Olive Pesto Pasta
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Polenta
I have a major weakness for a giant bowl of cheesy, creamy polenta. It’s a perfect base for a pile of roasted vegetables and occasionally a fried or poached egg. Polenta comes in different grinds of coarseness and I typically like a medium or coarser grind. The result is a polenta that has a bit more texture. One of my favorites is the organic polenta from Bob’s.
Sweet Potato Polenta with Fried Eggs
Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprout over Polenta
Cheesy Millet Polenta with Asparagus
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