The Michael Collection
Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs
Wild rice and mushroom meatballs baked until firm, served in a creamy sour cream gravy. A satisfying vegetarian take on the Swedish classic.
The Michael Collection
Velvet-Gold Broccoli & Brown Rice Casserole
A hearty vegetarian casserole of brown rice and broccoli in a silky American-and-cheddar cheese sauce. Scaled for a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Wild Mushroom and Parsnip Ragout with Cheesy Polenta
A rich, savoury mushroom and parsnip ragout over creamy parmesan polenta, finished with toasted hazelnuts.
The Michael Collection
Malfatti (Italian Spinach Ricotta Dumplings)
Rustic Italian spinach and ricotta dumplings, boiled then baked in a rich Napoli sauce until lightly golden.
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Masoor Dal Tadka
Silky red lentil dal with a spiced onion-tomato masala, finished with a crispy fried garlic and mustard seed tadka poured tableside.
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Peanut Butter Udon Noodles
Chewy udon noodles tossed in a punchy peanut-chili sauce with garlic, sesame, and soy — finished with crushed toasted peanuts and sesame seeds.
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Chinese Hot & Sour Lentil Soup
Quick Chinese-inspired hot and sour soup with green lentils, mushrooms, and silky egg ribbons. Tangy, warming, and deeply satisfying.
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Gochujang Pasta with Kimchi & Mushrooms
Korean-Italian fusion pasta with spicy gochujang, funky kimchi, and mushrooms. Creamy, umami-rich sauce with sesame oil instead of butter.
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Korean Doenjang Jjigae with White Beans
Hearty Korean fermented soybean paste stew with white kidney beans, mushrooms, and vegetables. Deeply savory, warming, and umami-rich.
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Sichuan Mapo Lentils
Vegan take on classic mapo tofu using green lentils with doubanjiang, Sichuan peppercorns, and chili oil. Intensely numbing and spicy.
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Punjabi Potato Curry (Punjabi Dum Aloo)
Every state in India has its own potato curry. This Punjabi dum aloo features baby new potatoes fried until golden, then mixed with a flavorful sauce of cashews, onions, and tomatoes.
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Eggplant and Pea Curry (Baingan Matar Masala)
A comforting and classic Indian curry featuring tender eggplant and sweet peas in a spiced tomato-onion gravy.
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Gujarati Dal with Peanuts + Star Anise
A traditional Gujarati dal featuring toor lentils, peanuts, and a complex sweet, sour, and spiced flavor profile with star anise and curry leaves.
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Mushroom and Pea Kheema (Masaruma Matar ka Keema)
A vegetarian take on kheema using finely chopped mushrooms and peas, served uniquely in hollowed-out brioche buns.
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Shredded Roti with Red Cabbage + Carrot (Kottu Roti)
A Sri Lankan street food classic using shredded roti or flatbread stir-fried with vegetables, egg, and spices. Great for using leftovers.
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Sweet Potato Vindaloo
A sweet, sour, and pungent vindaloo curry featuring sweet potatoes, based on the traditional Goan dish with Portuguese origins. Spicy but balanced.
My Recipes
Spicy White Bean Stew With Broccoli Rabe
Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 large bunch (or 2 small bunches) broccoli rabe or kale, thick stems separated from the leaves ¼ cup (60 ml) …
My Recipes
Mushroom Leek Pie
A rustic savory pie of caramelized onions, leeks, and herb-roasted mushrooms bound with egg, parmesan, and oat milk in a buttery pâte brisée shell.