#226 The Case of Dal

With age, our body doesn't deal as well with sodium so season very, very generously with nutritional yeast flakes rather than salt during your final tasting.

2 cups red split lentils

6-1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
15-oz-can cherry tomatoes
2 onions, chopped,
4 cloves garlic, minced

3 teaspoons tandoori barbeque masala without colouring
2 inches fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Simmer the lentils to turmeric, covered, for about 1 hour or until the lentils are tender and the consistency is that of thick pea soup. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add the vegetable oil and simmer 10 minutes longer.

Stir in the cilantro.

Salt to taste.

Serves 4.

♥ Becki

PS Don't forget the toasted naan wedges!

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#39 The Case of Yogurt and Honey Ranch Salad Dressing and Dip

H ow to make a traditional tossed salad your own? Use the freshest greens, the crispest cucumbers, the most succulent tomatoes, and MAKE YOUR OWN DRESSING! Yogurt and Honey Ranch Salad Dressing and Dip 1/2 cup 2% yogurt (or vegan yogurt) 70g (about 1/2 cup) feta, chopped (or vegan feta) 1/3 cup light mayonnaise (or vegan mayo) 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder salt pepper honey (or agave syrup) Blend together all the ingredients, including salt, pepper and honey to taste. Thin with water if needed for that perfect pour. Serves 3-4. ♥ Becki

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