Vegetarian Recipes

This grown-up gourmet treat with a twist takes little effort and makes an excellent dessert. Creamy pumpkin and mascarpone, punctuated with a touch of cinnamon and vanilla, are balanced by the crunch of almond praline and delicate ladyfingers.

An old-fashioned American favorite, pandowdy is a simple skillet apple pie, made with brown sugar, an easy-cracked crust and a drizzle of cream. The apples gradually release their juices, creating a loose-yet-delicious pan sauce to be served with the dessert.

Featuring a delicious blend of spices, the surprise star of this recipe is the sauce. Cinnamon, cumin, chili, mint, shallots and a pinch of tart sumac marry beautifully with tomatoes and roasted veggies atop flakey phyllo, all sprinkled generously with za'atar for an authentic Turkish finish.

Try this easy-to-make, Greek-inspired alternative to veggie pot pie, using phyllo dough to sandwich fresh summer vegetables and herbs, roasted garlic and tomatoes and tangy bits of feta. Perfect as a side, a potluck dish or as a vegetarian entrée.

Perfect on a warm summer day, this tantalizing tart combines two of our favorite summer flavors, lemon and raspberry. Enjoy this beautiful-yet-simple dessert with a tall glass of raspberry iced tea and a sprig of mint for a truly refreshing treat.

Semifreddo in Italian means "half frozen," which happens to be the best way to devour this citrusy-fresh, light and airy dessert. The tart-sweet berries and crunchy meringue add a splash of color and texture, and make it a perfect ending to a summer dinner.

Traditional Caponata is an eggplant and vegetable relish. Some liberties to create a more visually exciting dish.

This summer recipe, featuring flavorful ingredients, can be cooked on the grill. Up for a challenge? Try your hand at making home-made dough and fresh ricotta*.

Light and refreshing, these smooth-as-silk bars are infused with the summery sensations of cool cucumber and lip-smacking lime. A perfect end to any meal.