Paneer Kalimirch (Paneer Cheese with a Coconut Milk, Onion and Cashew Gravy with Black Pepper and Spices)

Although many of my main meals are vegan, I can never resist the allure of succulent paneer cheese for too long. The cheese does not have a whole lot of flavor on its own — although I do enjoy snacking on little bites of it while I prep a dish — but paneer is a wonderful vehicle for taking on the spices and seasonings present in a dish. It has a texture much like firm tofu, but it's real cheese without the soya. There really is no substitute, but if you want to make it vegan, then use cubes of firm tofu instead.

Traditionally, this dish of paneer cheese simmered in a thick flavorful onion and cashew gravy is made with cream or yogurt, but as there was already cheese in the dish, I decided to mix things up and use coconut milk instead to cut down on the richness. The coconut milk still resulted in a creamy gravy and it was just as delicious as dairy alternatives. It's such an easy dish to prepare and pan-frying paneer ahead of adding it to the dish is unnecessary in this instance. Just cube it and add it to the spicy gravy. As for the spice component, it on the lower side of the spectrum in terms of heat, but as always, most Indian dishes are forgiving, so adjust the spicing to suit your preference and add more onion to the paste if that is to your taste.

Paneer Kalimirch (Paneer Cheese with a Coconut Milk, Onion and Cashew Gravy with Black Pepper and Spices)

Recipe by Lisa Turner Cuisine: Indian Published on June 15, 2015 Tender pieces of paneer cheese simmered in a creamy and colorful coconut milk, onion and cashew gravy Print this recipe Onion-cashew paste: 1/2 cup raw unsalted cashews 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1-inch piece ginger, chopped 1 to 2 green chilies, seeded and chopped 1 to 2 tablespoons of water, or as needed Curry: 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon amchoor (dried mango) powder (optional) 2/3 cup coconut milk 1 1/2 cups water, or more as needed 12 oz (350 g) paneer cheese, cut into cubes 2/3 cup green peas, fresh or frozen 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon garam masala Instructions: Soak the cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain. Combine the cashews, onion, garlic, ginger, chilies and a little of the water in a small food processor or blender. Process until you have a fairly smooth paste, adding a little more water as needed to help blend the ingredients. Set aside. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan. When hot, add the cumin seeds and fry until they begin to darken a few shades. Stir in the onion-cashew paste and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 7 minutes. Now add the black pepper, turmeric, ground coriander and amchoor powder if using and fry for another 30 seconds. Add the coconut milk and water and bring to a boil. Stir in the paneer, peas and salt. Simmer for another 8 to 10 minutes or until the sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally. Add more water for desired consistency. Remove from heat, stir in the garam masala, and let stand for 10 minutes or longer, covered, to allow the flavors to blend. Refrigerate leftovers for 2 to 3 days. Reheat at a low temperature with added water. Makes 4 to 6 servings

Other paneer dishes from Lisa's Kitchen you are sure to enjoy:
Kidney Beans in a Slowly Simmered Tomato Sauce with Shredded Paneer (Rajma)
Indian-Style Macaroni and Paneer Cheese with Spinach
Massaman Curry with Paneer Cheese
Saag Paneer (Palak Paneer)

I'm sharing this with Jacqueline's Meat Free Mondays. Each week Monday, Jac highlights some of the submissions from the week before.

On the top of the reading stack: Vegan Everyday: 500 Delicious Recipes

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Chickpea, Olive and Feta Salad with Chat Masala Dressing

I'm trying to switch cooking gears from warming soups to cool and refreshing salads after summer made a quick and dazzling appearance after what seemed like a long cold winter and short cool spring. My first thought upon the arrival of hot weather was to make a simple chickpea salad with some fresh crunchy vegetables and my favorite Kalamata olives and sheep milk Feta cheese from a local Greek grocer — easy, nourishing and delicious with tantalizing contrasts of texture and color.

Using quality ingredients always makes these summer bean salads appealing, but what makes this salad different is the use of an Indian spice blend in the dressing. It may seem odd to combine an Indian spice blend with Mediterranean salad ingredients, but chat (or chaat) masala is such a vibrant spice blend that it deserves a wider scope than in just Indian food. A combination of dried mango powder, black salt and various seeds and spices, chat masala is hot, sour and salty all at the same time and goes wonderfully with cool or tangy foods — like a summer salad!

Good pre-blended and packaged chat masalas are easily available at Indian grocers, but you can make your own authentic spice blend that will keep for months using this recipe here.

Chickpea, Olive and Feta Salad with Chat Masala Dressing

Recipe by Lisa Turner Published on May 25, 2015 Simple, colorful and refreshing summer chickpea salad with a zesty chat masala dressing Print this recipe Salad: 1 cup dried chickpeas (3 cups cooked or 2 14 oz cans) 1 yellow, orange or red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced 1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, chopped 1/2 cup black or Kalamata olives, pitted and halved 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil juice from 1 lemon (3 tablespoons) 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1 clove garlic, crushed or minced 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon chat masala 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional) fresh ground black pepper Instructions: Rinse the chickpeas and soak for 8 hours or overnight in several inches of water with a little yogurt whey or lemon juice added. Drain and rinse, then transfer to a medium saucepan and cover with several inches of fresh water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until soft. Drain and add to a large bowl. Add the remaining salad ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour over the salad and toss gently. Serve at room temperature or cold. Makes 6 to 8 servings

This is my contribution to No Croutons Required, a monthly event celebrating soups and salads, alternately hosted by myself and Jacqueline of Tinned Tomatoes. I am hosting this month's edition. I am also sharing with My Legume Love Affair, a monthly event celebrating legumes. Started by Susan, the event is now administered by me and kindly hosted this month by
Nupur of The Veggie Kitchen.

More summer chickpea salads that you will enjoy:
Chickpea, Olive and Feta Salad
Middle Eastern Chickpea and Olive Salad
Chickpea and Tomato Salad with Chat Masala
Chickpea Salad with Chat Masala, Mango and Pomegranate Seeds

On the top of the reading stack: Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen: Traditional and Creative Recipes for the Home Cook

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Guacamole Omelette

I asked my husband to cook me a nice breakfast for my birthday a few weeks ago. He doesn't ordinarily have to cook at all as I take care of pretty much all the food around the house. I don't mind — in fact, I enjoy cooking and frequently find myself looking at recipes when there's no cooking to be done — but I thought that it would be nice to have someone cooking for me for a change.

While he doesn't have a grand imagination in the kitchen, he did come up with the idea of this guacamole omelette and cooked it for me too. So this is actually his dish, but I'm claiming it for my own because he did use my own homemade guacamole recipe. Spicy, tangy and creamy fresh guacamole snuggled up in eggs is absolutely delicious, and easy enough for my husband's talents in the kitchen. Best of all, making a batch of guacamole ahead of time left plenty over after the omelette to snack on.

Guacamole Omelette

Recipe by Lisa Turner Cuisine: Mexican Published on March 28, 2015 Spicy, tangy and creamy guacamole in a four-egg omelette for a simple breakfast for two Print this recipe Ingredients: 4 eggs pinch of dried red chili flakes or chili powder sea salt and black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil 1 cup guacamole chopped green onion or cilantro for garnish (optional) Instructions: Break the eggs into a bowl, season with dried red chili flakes or chili powder and salt and pepper to taste, and beat lightly with a fork. Heat the butter or olive oil in a large 9 or 10 inch non-stick skillet over medium heat. When hot, pour in the eggs and stir gently with the back of a fork for 30 seconds. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the eggs are almost set, loosening the edges occasionally with a spatula and tilting the pan to let the uncooked eggs reach the surface of the pan. Spoon the guacamole over half of the eggs and cook for another 30 to 60seconds until the eggs are set. Tap the handle of the pan sharply with your fist to loosen the omelette and then fold it over with a fork or spatula. Slide the omelette onto a plate and scatter chopped green onions or cilantro over top if desired. Serve right away. Makes 2 servings

More breakfast egg ideas you may enjoy:
Greek Omelette
Jalapeño Breakfast Burritos
Huevos Rancheros Con Frijoles
Chili Tortilla Scramble

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Goat Cheese Biscuits

I'm certain one of the reasons I am not vegan is creamy goat cheese, and oh yes, paneer cheese too. I adore buttery biscuits with cheese in the mix. Surely an indulgence, once in a while comforting biscuits are in order. Darkness has engulfed the city I reside in, as usual. My oven shines despite it all.

Goat Cheese Biscuits

Recipe by Lisa Turner Published on January 23, 2015 Warm tangy goat cheese and yogurt biscuits make a perfect side to almost any meal or a great snack with a pat of butter Print this recipe Ingredients: 2 cups unbleached white flour 1/4 cup pastry or cake flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon coconut or other sugar 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter 1/2 cup soft goat cheese 3/4 cup whole fat yogurt 1/4 cup heavy cream Instructions: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat an oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, sugar and salt. Using a pastry cutter or a knife and fork, cut the butter and cheese into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the yogurt and cream until just combined. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, gently knead a few times, and shape into a rough rectangular shape. Fold it over twice onto itself and press down until the dough is about 1-inch thick. Fold over again in half and roll out until the dough is about 1-inch thick again. Lightly flour a biscuit cutter that is 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Cut out rounds, transfer to the prepared baking sheet, and press the dough out again until all of it is cut out. Leave about 1 inch between each biscuit on the baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the tops are golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes and serve hot. Makes 10 - 12 biscuits

More biscuits please:
Cheddar Dijon Biscuits
Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits
Whole Wheat Buttermilk Biscuits
Skinny Masala Biscuits

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Eggplant, Mushroom and Cheese Quiche

I'm rather off and on again when it comes to eating eggs, but when an egg dish is done well it can be a real treat. So when I saw an egg recipe in Yotam Ottolenghi's latest cookbook, Plenty More, I knew it was time to interrupt my latest break from eggs … especially when eggplants are involved.

But it's not just the eggplants or the mushrooms — which I added to the recipe — or the sheep's milk feta cheese, baby plum tomatoes or jalapeños that I also added for a little kick that make this quiche such an attractive and tasty dish. It would be delicious in any case, but what really elevates the flavor is brushing the top of the quiche with za'atar, a tangy, zesty and salty blend of herbs and toasted sesame seeds that's easy to make at home. Do make a fresh batch of this blend. It will not only make your quiche a fabulous lunch or light dinner but you'll have plenty left over to dip bread and olive oil into for a fantastic treat. It keeps well in the fridge in a well sealed jar for a good while, if it doesn't get eaten up right away.

Eggplant, Mushroom and Cheese Quiche

Recipe by Lisa Turner Adapted from Plenty More: Vibrant Vegetable Cooking from London's Ottolenghi Published on January 8, 2015 Attractive egg and feta cheese quiche baked with eggplants, mushrooms and tomatoes brushed with a tangy, zesty and salty blend of herbs and toasted sesame seeds Print this recipe Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil + more for brushing and frying 2 medium eggplants, sliced crosswise into 3/4 inch rounds 6 to 8 button mushrooms, sliced 3 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped 5 oz (150 g) feta cheese, crumbled 5 oz (150 g) cream cheese 3 large eggs 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup baby plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise 1/3 cup fresh oregano, roughly chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons za'atar sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400°. Line the bottom and sides of a 8 × 8 inch baking pan with foil. Brush with some olive oil. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and put the eggplant slices on it. Brush the eggplant with a 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and a generous amount of black pepper. Roast for 40 minutes or until the eggplant is soft and golden. Set aside. Turn the oven temperature down to 325°. While the eggplant is roasting, fry the mushrooms in a few teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Stir often, adding the jalapeños after a few minutes. Sauté until the mushrooms start to brown and release some of their juices. Set aside. In a medium bowl, beat together the cheeses, eggs, heavy cream and some black pepper until smooth. To finish, arrange the eggplant slices over the bottom of foil lined pan. There should be some overlap. Layer with mushrooms and jalapeños and then the tomatoes. Sprinkle with half of the oregano. Pour the cheese and egg mixture over the vegetables and top with the remaining oregano. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until set and the top is golden. Remove from heat and transfer to a wire rack to cool to room temperature. When ready to serve, mix za'atar with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and brush over the top of the cake. Remove from the pan and cut into squares. Note: I also included some roasted red onion as I had prepared some for another dish I was serving. If using, add to the pan with the mushrooms and jalapeños. Makes 4 servings

I'm sharing this with Jac's Bookmarked Recipes.

Other cheesy delights to enjoy from my kitchen:
Cheese Potato Puff with Dried Mushrooms
Cheddar and Mushroom Shirred Eggs
Cherry Ricotta Crêpes
Greek Feta & Olive Frittata

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Easy Egg Curry with Urad Dal and Tamarind

Eggs don't feature all that often on my menus, but when they do, I enjoy spicing them up. My latest egg curry was served up for a light dinner when I wanted something protein packed but not terribly time consuming. Hard boiled eggs are here served smothered in a spicy and tangy tamarind based tomato sauce with urad dal. The addition of tamarind adds a pleasant sweetness to the curry, with texture from the urad dal and some zestiness from the tomato.

The ingredients can be prepped while the eggs are boiling. Once the sauce has thickened, the eggs are folded in, warmed and served up in hardly anytime at all. If desired, serve some rice on the side.

Easy Egg Curry with Urad Dal and Tamarind

Recipe by Lisa Turner Cuisine: Indian Published on December 27, 2014 Simple curry of hard-boiled eggs simmered in a tangy and zesty tomato and tamarind sauce Print this recipe Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1 1/2 tablespoons tamarind pulp 1/2 cup boiling water 1 tablespoon coconut or other cooking oil 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 1/2 tablespoons skinned split urad dal, rinsed 2 fresh chilies, seeded and finely chopped 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced or grated 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chat masala 1/4 teaspoon asafetida 1 tomato, diced sea salt to taste chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish Instructions: Begin by boiling the eggs. Cover the eggs with water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for 8 minutes, and then plunge the eggs in ice water. Let sit for 10 minutes, then remove from the water, peel, and set aside. Meanwhile, soak the tamarind pulp in the boiling water for 30 minutes. Strain, reserving the soaking liquid, pressing out as much liquid from the pulp as possible. Discard the pulp and set the water aside. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. When hot, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds and urad dal. Stir and fry until the mustard seeds turn grey and begin to splutter and pop. Add the chilies, ginger, spices and asafetida, and stir and fry for another minute or two until fragrant. Stir in the tomato, tamarind water and salt. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened. Add the eggs, stir to coat, and gently simmer for a few minutes to heat throughout. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve. Makes 2 to 3 servings

Other egg curries to try from my kitchen:
South Indian Egg Curry
Goan Egg Curry with Tamarind and Coconut
Egg Masala Curry in a Spicy Tomato Gravy
Shahi Egg Curry

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Kalamata Olive Bread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

There is nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread, especially when you add some cheese, olives and sun-dried tomatoes into the mixture. This easy quick bread is guaranteed to be eaten up as fast as the time it takes to make. Rustic, flavorful and just about the ideal accompaniment to any Italian meal or just as is for a light lunch with a pat of butter if desired, this one ought to be on the menu all the time, at least once a week.

Considering serving this as part of a tapas plate for gatherings with slices of fine cheese, more olives on the side, stuffed mushrooms, salsas and simple salads, pickles, spiced up chickpeas and spreadable cheeses with crackers. Such a small plate is all I would need for dinner, or just a few slices of this bread.

Kalamata Olive Bread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Recipe by Lisa Turner Cuisine: Mediterranean Published on December 2, 2014 Easy and comforting, this fresh rustic no-yeast bread is baked with a flavorful Mediterranean-style assortment of cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and herbs Print this recipe Ingredients: 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes, drained and finely chopped 1 1/2 cups spelt flour or unbleached white flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper 1 cup Fontina cheese, grated 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped 2 large eggs 1/2 cup olive oil 1 large clove garlic, minced grated rind from 1 small lemon 1 1/4 cups buttermilk Instructions: Soak the sun-dried tomatoes in hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and chop finely. Set aside. Preheat an oven to 350°. Grease a 9-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and black pepper. Stir in the grated cheeses, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, parsley and rosemary. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Whisk in the olive oil, garlic, lemon rind and buttermilk. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and bake for 50 to 55 minutes until the top is nicely browned and a cake tester inserted into the middle of the loaf comes out clean. Makes 1 loaf

Other quick breads to try from Lisa's Kitchen:
Irish Soda Bread
Cheese and Sage Damper Bread
Jalapeño Spoon Bread
Rustic Sun-Dried Tomato Bread

On the top of the reading stack: River Cottage Bread Handbookby Daniel Stevens

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Savory Coriander, Black Pepper and Cheese Shortbread

Just one nibble and you will be hooked on these savory coriander and black pepper shortbread bites with Gruyère cheese. I've made them on the smallish side so when I say I ate three of this little melt-in-your-mouth shortbreads in one sitting, I don't feel so guilty. Besides, it is no secret that I adore small things, and that preference extends from my eating habits into most other aspects of my life, with the exception of long pieces of well crafted music and literature.

I chose semi-firm and somewhat salty Gruyère for the cookies as this cheese is excellent for melting, but alternately try these with Havarti or Gouda or go with some extra old Cheddar or creamier and milder Fontina for something a bit different.

Savory Coriander, Black Pepper and Cheese Shortbread

Recipe by Lisa Turner Published on November 1, 2014 Simple, savory and buttery cheese, coriander and black pepper shortbread cookies with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture — delicious for snacks or hors d'oeuvres Print this recipe Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups unbleached white flour 1 tablespoon fresh ground coriander 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 4 oz (125 g or 1/2 cup) Gruyère or other cheese, grated 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter Instructions: Preheat an oven to 325°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine the flour, coriander, pepper, salt and cheese. Add the lemon juice and cut the butter into the mixture using a pastry cutter until everything is well blended and the butter resembles coarse crumbs. Shape into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place on the baking sheet with a bit of space in between each. Flatten with a fork into a criss-cross pattern, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cookies are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack before serving. Makes 18 to 20 cookies

Other shortbreads to enjoy from Lisa's Kitchen:
Jalapeño Cheddar Shortbread
Spicy White Cheddar Shortbread Crackers
Italian Lemon Cornmeal Shortbread
Peanut Butter and Blueberry Shortbread Bars

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Roasted Vegetable Stuffed Omelette

I don't tend to eat eggs all that often, but there are times when eggs demand to be cracked from their shells and made into something packed full of goodness and protein. Omelettes are always wonderful with little adornment, but to top it up a notch, I folded them up with some oven-roasted vegetables for an especially satisfying and filling dinner. The assortment of peppers, eggplants and mushrooms is my own choice, but the roasted flavors and textures blend wonderfully … feel free to use your own vegetable ideas, but just make sure that they're all fairly soft and quickly roasting vegetables. Just right for these chilly fall days.

Roasted Vegetable Stuffed Omelette

Recipe by Lisa Turner Published on October 6, 2014 Golden brown omelettes stuffed with an assortment of hearty roasted vegetables Print this recipe Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into quarters 1 to 2 jalapeños, seeded and halved 1 small eggplant, sliced 2 plum tomatoes, halved 6 button mushrooms, sliced 1 small red onion, sliced 1 tablespoon sesame or olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste Omelette: 5 large eggs, separated 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 green chile, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste 2 teaspoons sesame or olive oil Instructions: To make the vegetable stuffing, preheat an oven to broil and brush a broiling pan with oil. Arrange the vegetables evenly on the pan and drizzle the oil over top. On the second highest rack, place the pan in the oven and roast the vegetables until softened and slightly charred, about 8 minutes, flipping a few times during the roasting stage. Sprinkle with cilantro, season with salt and pepper, and set aside. To make the omelette, beat the egg whites n a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Whisk in the egg yolks until well incorporated. Mix in the cumin, chilies, coriander and salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, pour in half of the egg mixture and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly firm on top and browned on the bottom. Invert onto a plate and gently slide the omelette back into the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes, until set and golden. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture. Spoon vegetables over half of each omelette, fold and serve. Makes 2 omelettes or 2 to 4 servings

Other egg dishes to try from Lisa's Kitchen:
Baked Avocado and Egg with Miso Butter
Deviled Curried Eggs
Eggs Vindaloo
Cheddar and Mushroom Shirred Eggs

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