The nuttiness of tofu provides a nice base for the rich chocolatiness and bitter edge of coffee in this mousse. The flavors play nicely together, but definitely don't bother making this if you're not a fan of tofu—there's no mistaking it. More

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[Photograph: Max Falkowitz] Now's the time of year when I eat asparagus once or twice a week. To change things up from the usual, I dressed it with a modified gremolata—typically a mixture of citrus zest, minced garlic, herbs, and... More

When my friend Dejan said he was from Macedonia, I realized I knew nothing about the cuisine. Macedonia gained its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991, but the Balkan cuisine has heavy Turkish influences. A visit to his home for a Macedonian meal meant getting a slice of Pitulici So Luk, sort of a pie made with layered crepes soaked in garlic and olive oil. I polished off my slice in a snap. More

This salad is made from French Puy lentils and barley dressed with fresh thyme, lemon, and tapenade, and tossed with parsley and scallions. It goes perfectly with roast salmon, my virtuous food. More

I often hear people lament their inability to make frozen desserts for lack of equipment. But nothing's quite as satisfying as pulling dessert out of the freezer at the end of a long meal—nodding, yes, it is homemade. For these occasions, we have granita, one of the easiest and most elegant desserts ever made. The ingredients couldn't be simpler, the technique no more elementary. And they wake up the palate like nothing else. No ice cream maker required. More

[Photograph: Liz Gutman] This is more a technique than a recipe, but it's a lot of fun. It results in a light yet deeply chocolatey mousse that's totally vegan and dairy free. If you overwhip the first time around, it's... More

After a trip to the emergency room, I never looked at a plate of homemade chocolate chip cookies the same way again. This allergen-free chocolate chip cookie recipe contains no nuts or soy or wheat or eggs or dairy. But they still have crunchy edges, chewy centers, and a buttery personality. More

This easy and delicious Indian-inspired curry is satisfying winter comfort food that just happens to be vegan. It is adapted from Weeknight Fresh & Fast by Kristine Kidd, who recommends serving purchased chutney alongside and fruit sorbet for dessert. More