Vegetarian Recipes | Leite's Culinaria

Tom Aikens’ Chocolate Crepes

Mar 09, 2012 by Micah Carr-Hill

French-y but not at all fuss-y, these superbly chocolate-y crepes satiate a certain je ne sais quoi come morning, noon, or night.

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30 M
45 M
5

Ciabatta

Mar 08, 2012 by Carol Field

Every once in a while, along comes a loaf of bread that’s so rustic, so toothsome, so memorable it ruins every other bread experience. Here’s that loaf.

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30 M
4 H, 20 M
9

Biga

Mar 06, 2012 by Carol Field

Behind every unforgettable loaf of Italian bread you’ve daintily nibbled or hungrily inhaled is a biga, or starter dough, just like this one. Nonna not included.

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20 M
6 H, 20 M
4

Pate Brisee

Feb 29, 2012 by Jean-Georges Vongerichten

Grandmothers tend to know a thing or three about pastry. Flakey, tender, buttery pastry. Witness this world-renowned chef’s recipe from his trusted grand-mère.

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15 M
2 H
0

Candied Carrots

Feb 27, 2012 by Susie Cover

Sometimes carrots aren’t quite as sweet as we’d like them to be. This kid-tested tactic takes care of that occasional oops on the part of Mother Nature.

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5 M
15 M
11

Banana Bread French Toast

Feb 24, 2012 by Ryan D'Agostino

That’s right. A behemoth stack of French toast made from–believe it–thick-sliced banana bread. Sort of makes you believe in Santa, too, doesn’t it?

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20 M
20 M
5

Basic White Cake

Feb 20, 2012 by Emily Luchetti

We beg to differ with the name of this fetching creation, as it’s far too easy to mistake “basic” for “blah.” Far more fitting, we think, is “best white cake.”

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25 M
45 M
16

Dutch Baby

Feb 17, 2012 by Andrew Carmellini

Not to jinx things, but everyone who’s made this little lovely is lauding it as the airiest, most perfect puffed pancake they’ve met. Just thought you should know.

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5 M
30 M
44

Simple Spaghetti

Feb 16, 2012 by Keda Black

Think you’ve got nothing on hand for a no-stress supper? Think again.

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15 M
15 M
13

Valentine’s Sugar Cookies

Feb 10, 2012 by Tracey Zabar

Sure, you could say it with flowers. Although if novelty is what you’re after, a bouquet isn’t exactly the answer. These sweet little somethings, on the other hand…

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15 M
30 M
23

Steamed Veggies in Parchment Parcels

Feb 09, 2012 by Donna Hay

Need a savvy, sophisticated, make-ahead, eat-your-veggies strategy that works for kids and adults? Look no further for a side that does all that with flair.

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10 M
25 M
18

Vegan Chocolate Cake

Feb 07, 2012 by Bea Vo

Yup. It’s vegan. It’s also chocolate through and through. Dare you to guess which of these traits is inspiring both omnivores and vegans alike to swoon.

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20 M
1 H, 30 M
13

Monster Chocolate M&M Cookies

Feb 03, 2012 by Pat Sinclair

These chocolatey sensations–with their crisp edges and chewy centers–are monstrous in size as well as their lineup of kooky ingredients.

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20 M
1 H
10

Red Chili and Cheddar Crackers

Jan 30, 2012 by Chester Hastings

These can’t-stop-eating-them crackers boast actual aged Cheddar cheesiness. Stain-your-fingers faux Cheez-It-ness just can’t compete.

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20 M
2 H
12

Blue Cheese Dip

Jan 30, 2012 by Ellie Krieger

Tired of settling for an ordinary blue cheese dip where you practically need a search party to find the few chunks of cheese swimming around in mayo? This one won’t disappoint.

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5 M
5 M
3

Thai Chile-Vinegar Sauce | <em>Nam Som</em>

Thai Chile-Vinegar Sauce | Nam Som

Jan 23, 2012 by Jeffrey Alford | Naomi Duguid

A little tart, a little sweet, and a little hot, this Thai staple is both dipping and drizzling sauce. One taste and you’ll understand why it’s a classic.

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5 M
5 M
0

Maple Syrup Snow

Jan 21, 2012 by Diana Henry

Embrace your inner Laura Ingalls Wilder with this quaint, toffee-like sweet. Its provenance may be outdated, but its appeal transcends time.

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35 M
45 M
23

Satsuma Orange Cake

Jan 20, 2012 by Andrea Reusing

Looks like an upside-down cake. Tastes like an upside-down cake. Yet this cake couldn’t be more right-side up, with no scary moment of wrecking, er, reckoning.