Marinated Italian Tofu

Bite-size chunks of tofu in a spicy, garlicky vinaigrette.

Mejadra

A Middle Eastern dish of rice, lentils, and fried onions with a warm spice palate.

Sweet and gingery marinated tofu. Bake it and serve over rice, or saute it as part of a stir fry.

This is, as far as I can tell, the best lacto-vegetarian lasagna.

A hearty and flavorful stew with a warm spice palate.

Browned and spiced cheese in a creamy tomato sauce.

A cozy, hearty stew.

A rich Greek casserole of eggplant in red sauce, topped with a thick layer of cheese sauce.

Avocado, black bean, corn salad with a tangy/citrusy/spicy dressing.

Spaghetti with my father’s thick, “meaty” tomato sauce.