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Calabacitas

A wonderful and simple recipe to take advantage of the moment when all of the summer produce is coming into season. It is flexible enough to be used as a stand-alone or a side. If you haven’t tried polenta, you should!



Source: An amalgamation (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: depends 2-4
Ingredient keywords: onion, pepper, garlic, squash, corn, pepper, tomato, cilantro
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Campfire cabbage

My outdoor take on roasted cabbage.



Source: My own riff (Entered by Kate An Hunter)
Servings: your choice
Ingredient keywords: OR
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Caramelized Cabbage and Onion Pasta with Bread Crumbs

Quite a combo of flavors and textures; quite filling.



Source: New York Times, adapted by blogger A Little Bit Crunch, re-adapted by Razz (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 8
Ingredient keywords: garlic, sage, cabbage, onion
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Carmalized onion sourdough biscuits

These biscuits are sublime, if you like sourdough. Keeping a sourdough starter is pretty easy, and it makes for wonderful pancakes on the weekend and pretty darned good biscuits!


Vegetarian! Vegan!
Source: Adapted from www.kingarthurflour.com (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 6
Ingredient keywords: onion, maple, chives
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Carrots and Nothing Else Cake

Great spice, all carrots! A very moist, nothing-but-carrot cake…no raisins, coconut, or other disturbances.



Source: Adapted from VegWeb.com (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 9x13" pan (you choose!)
Ingredient keywords: oil, apple, flax, carrot, sugar, molasses, flour, salt, baking, cinnamon
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Cauliflower and Basil Soup

A creamy soup made so simply by the blending of the cauliflower, so very low fat. Simple and easy. Can’t go wrong with basil, even if cauliflower gives you pause.


Vegetarian! Vegan!
Source: The Mix--Twin Cities Natural Food Co-op Production Mar/Apr 2013 (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 4-6
Ingredient keywords: cauliflower, onion, basil
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Cauliflower BBQ bites

Amazing things you can do with cauliflower. I am slowly becoming a fan.



Source: http://plantbasedonabudget.com/recipe/bbq-cauliflower-bites/ (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: cauliflower, paprika, maple
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Cauliflower Steaks, Hummus-Crusted

A very creative way to serve up the crunch white flower.



Source: www.fatfreevegan.com (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 3-4
Ingredient keywords: cauliflower, herb
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Celery Risotto with Kale

Rich, savory risotto for a satisfying meal. It requires a bit of attention at the stove, but not too bad.



Source: Adapted from The New York Times (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 4-5 generous
Ingredient keywords: broth, oil, onion, celery, rice, garlic, kale, parsley, chives, yeast, wine
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Chedda -n- Chive Biscuits

I just love biscuits. These are great as a side to a soup or even accompanying a savory breakfast.



Source: Adapted from: The Uncheese Cookbook by Joanne Stepaniak (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 1 doz biscuits
Ingredient keywords: vinegar, yeast, chives
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Cheeze Sauce

This versatile, low-fat, rich sauce is integral to Broccoli Cheeze Soup, but wonderful on steamed vegetables, used as fondue or hot dip for appetizers.


Vegetarian! Vegan!
Source: Oh She Glows blog (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: Depends on how you use it
Ingredient keywords: garlic, onion, pepper
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Cheezy Roasted Broccoli

Always looking for quick and easy broccoli with rich flavor. Here’s another one; one mixing bowl and one baking sheet. Not too bad…



Source: http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/cheezy-roasted-broccoli-with-a-healthy-twist/ (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: maple, broccoli
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Chicago Giardiniera Recipe

A spicy pickled vegetable condiment/antipasta for adding a crunch to sandwiches, a kick to stews or a tang to a savory bean dish. The vegetable variety can vary according to what’s available.



Source: http://fromthebartolinikitchens.com/2011/08/24/giardiniera-the-chicago-way/ (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: A bunch
Ingredient keywords: pepper
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Chipotle Pico de Gallo Salsa Recipe

I found this on the InterWeb. Urban legend has it that it is not EXACTLY the recipe but close. See what you think.



Source: Pinterest (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: A nice big bowl
Ingredient keywords: tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeno
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Cilantro Pesto Sauce

Take the cilantro to new heights. This sauce will jazz up any veggie/protein/starch combo.



Source: The Saucy Vegetarian by Joanne Stepaniak (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: cilantro
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Cilantro Rice

There are very few things in life better than cilantro rice! Try it on a Navajo Fry Bread Taco; mmmmm good. (See recipe for Navajo Fry Bread)



Source: An amalgamation (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: cilantro
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Cilantro Vinaigrette

We need to spread the cilantro around! Whip up this salad dressing for leafy greens, potato salads, pasta salads, cabbage salads, etc.



Source: The Saucy Vegetarian by Joanne Stepaniak (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: cilantro, garlic, chives
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Coconut Bay-con

This is a unique con that can be undertaken by any food con-artist, even you! The coconut gives you some awesome fiber and healthful oils. The other ingredients just give you some tastebud “wows”! And with all of the potent seasoning, it will satisfy hunger pangs until the next mealtime, so snack away.



Source: http://thesimpleveganista.blogspot.com/2013/05/coconut-bacon.html (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: Depends on who is eating it!
Ingredient keywords: maple, paprika
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Coriander-spiced Potatoes

An east Indian-spiced, savory and hearty potato dish. Fairly simple to make, and very pleasing to the palate!



Source: Organic Gardening, Oct/Nov 2013 issue (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: potato, cumin, coriander, garlic, pepper, turmeric
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Couscous and kale salad-to-go

The marinating effect of packing this and eating later is the key. You can substitute Napa cabbage for the kale too.



Source: http://bistrokatie.com/ (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: kale, carrot, herb
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Creamed Celery Soup

Now, this is a “must” for winter hot-dishes! Make your own now and, wow, isn’t it so much easier to put together a nice 1-pan meal when it is dark and cold out._



Source: http://goodnessgreen.com/give-celery-a-go/ (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 4
Ingredient keywords: onion, garlic, thyme, celery
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Creamy coleslaw

Coleslaw is easy to make even if you don’t follow the recipes to the letter. The creamy, sweet, tangy, crunch can be a traditional side-salad, a southern traditional hot sandwich topper or a quick lunch meal on the go.



Source: An amalgamation (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-4
Ingredient keywords: shallot, cabbage, pepper, cabbage, carrot
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Creamy cucumbers and dill

Very fresh taste. Better than any ol’ ranch dip stuff you can buy in the store. And it uses up those cucumbers pretty fast!



Source: My brain (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: depends on how it is used
Ingredient keywords: garlic, shallot, dill
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Creole Stuffed Peppers

Some wonderful flavors and a nice way to serve in its own dish. Use up those herbs you saved all season!



Source: Adapted from: Veganomicon (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 4-8
Ingredient keywords: pepper, onion, jalapeno, carrot, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, tomato, wheat, parsley
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Crispy Leeks

Herb-crusted tofu with crispy baked leeks alongside mashed potatoes and kale sauteed with garlic. What a pairing!



Source: Eating Well Magazine (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Servings: 2-3
Ingredient keywords: leek, garlic
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