Category Archives: Vegetarian

S’Mores Ice Cream

Posted on June 29, 2021 by swellkid recipes

Graham cracker infused ice cream with mini-marshmallows and milk chocolate bits. The ice cream base recipe is loosely based on Christina Tosi’s Milk Bar recipe for graham ice cream. I love an ice cream recipe that doesn’t involve tempering eggs! … Continue reading →

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Fresh Raspberry Sherbet

Posted on June 25, 2021 by swellkid recipes

Easy as can be and just four ingredients! No cooking, and no eggs either! What is sherbet? If it doesn’t have dairy it’s sorbet. If it has milk in it it’s sherbet. If it has cream, then it’s ice cream! … Continue reading →

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Polenta with Sauteed Kale

Posted on June 30, 2020 by swellkid recipes

This is a great side dish to go with grilled or roasted meats, or as a vegetarian main. It tastes even better the second day!  If you prefer creamy polenta you can serve it hot out of the pan.  If … Continue reading →

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Crispy Cauliflower Fritters

Posted on June 27, 2020 by swellkid recipes

If you have vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores in your life like I do, then you know how it can sometimes be a challenge to serve a meal that everyone enjoys. These tasty fritters are the perfect answer!  They make a … Continue reading →

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Easy Focaccia

Posted on March 26, 2020 by swellkid recipes

When I say easy, I mean easy.  I do not mean quick.  Focaccia from start to finish will take most of, or all of a day to make.  Making it takes just a few simple steps, but there is wait … Continue reading →

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Creamy Vegan Sun Dried Tomato Pesto

Posted on March 30, 2019 by swellkid recipes

My list of vegan recipes is slowly growing longer! This dish is based on a favorite of my husband’s from one of our trips to Sicily. Nuts of all kinds are used in Sicilian cooking, and the basil pesto that … Continue reading →

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Spinach and Beet Green Salad with Broiled Zucchini and Basil Vinaigrette

Posted on July 30, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Salad for dinner.  It’s hot. It’s even too hot to go outside and grill the zucchini. The broiler heats up and cooks quickly so it’s a doable stand in for the grill on a sweltering day. How long has it … Continue reading →

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Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Tart

Posted on June 12, 2018 by swellkid recipes

This savory tart is rich and delicious served hot, cold, or room temperature, making it the perfect dish for a potluck! If you buy an oil based puff pastry such as Pepperidge Farms, it’s also vegan! 1 puff pastry sheet … Continue reading →

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Roasted Cauliflower Sliders

Posted on March 28, 2018 by swellkid recipes

I made two kinds of sliders for a party I recently hosted. These yummies with roasted, spiced cauliflower and lemony sauce, and Italian porchetta sliders.  Would you believe that the cauliflower sliders were gone much sooner and I got many … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower Mushroom Gratin

Posted on March 10, 2018 by swellkid recipes

A gratin is a dish that is baked with a breadcrumb topping. This deliciousness could be a vegan main dish or a side dish with pasta to round out the meal.  I use Earth Balance as a butter substitute whenever … Continue reading →

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