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White Bean Soup with Potatoes, Nutmeg, & Maple Syrup

December 10, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

white bean and potato soup in a white bowl with a piece of garlic cheese toast

I have your favorite new cozy soup recipe for the winter season! With nutmeg and maple syrup as finishing touches, my white bean and potato soup is just the thing to eat when you're cozied up by the fire or frantically shovelling food into your mouth while you have a three-minute break in the day. Dig in!...

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Baked Goat Cheese Dip with Pepper Jelly

December 2, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 2 Comments

goat cheese dip with pepper jelly in a white dish surrounded by crackersIt's here! A sibling for my original baked goat cheese dip that has served us all so well over the years 😉 This rendition is another baked goat cheese dip but it is topped with red pepper jelly (YUM) and it also has hot honey mixed in (along with a few other changes.) So, allow me to introduce you to your new favorite holiday dip recipe: baked goat cheese dip with pepper jelly.

Prefer video content? I have a TikTok showing this goat cheese recipe in action too!)
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Lemon Fruit Dip with Sour Cream

November 20, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

Behold: my mom's recipe for lemon fruit dip with sour cream! She made this all the time growing up and I always loved it. Recently, I realized I hadn't had it in years and I asked her for the recipe and I was delighted to find out it only requires four ingredients. It's so refreshing and delicious and it's also the perfect thing to serve at baby or bridal showers or when you're hosting a brunch.

lemon fruit dip with sour cream in a white bowl surrounded by fruit

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Pistachio Cream Puff Pastry Twists

October 29, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

puff pastry twists with pistachio cream on a gold trayPistachio cream puff pastry twists: Easy, DELICIOUS, and only require a few ingredients! There are the perfect thing to serve alongside morning coffee or offer up for a light dessert. Jump to Recipe

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Burst Tomato Pasta with Basil

September 18, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

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If you're looking for an easy pasta recipe that will put a smile on just about everyone's face, this burst grape tomato pasta with basil is for you! I've made this every weekend for the past six weeks, and not only is it simple, but the flavor combination is out of this world. The dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight meal or any time you want something that tastes great but doesn't take a lot of time, effort, or ingredients.

The key to this pasta is to use good quality grape tomatoes, and really give them time to burst because the juices make up a big part of the sauce. You'll also want to make sure to use FRESH basil instead of dried—trust me!

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Burst Tomato Pasta with Basil

If you don't count salt and pepper, you only need SIX ingredients for this magical dish to come to life:

  • Linguine (spaghetti or fettuccine will also do)
  • Grape tomatoes (cherry tomatoes work too)
  • Fresh basil
  • Fresh garlic 
  • Freshly grated parmesan 
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Notice the keyword here is fresh!? The fresher the better for the ingredients you choose—you'll really notice a big difference in the overall taste and quality of the dish with fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, and fresh parmesan. 

burst tomato pasta topped with fresh basil

What to Serve with Burst Tomato Pasta

I have a few recipes that are the perfect sides to this linguine dish, including the ultimate cheesy garlic bread or my caesar salad dressing without anchovies. It's also lovely with some toasted baguette slices!

Other Easy Vegetarian Meals

This linguine recipe is a great place to start, but I have plenty of other easy vegetarian meals you might want to add next.

Start here:

  • EASY VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD WITH TACO SAUCE DRESSING
  • SUPER EASY CHEESY TORTELLINI BAKE
  • EASY ASIAGO AND BROCCOLI SHELLS PASTA

Burst Tomato Pasta with Basil

This ULTRA easy vegetarian meal is going to be your new favorite! Burst tomato pasta only calls for a handful of ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to make. The key here is to use really fresh basil and tomatoes (and to grate your parmesan from the block rather than buy pre-shredded cheese). And of course, give your tomatoes lots of time to cook and burst so you get a gorgeous, juicy sauce.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Main Course
Servings 2
Calories 644 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or finely chopped
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes cherry tomatoes work too
  • 7 oz linguine measured dry, approx 206 g
  • ¼ cup fresh basil packed and chopped, plus more to taste
  • ¼ cup parmesan finely grated, for topping, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon salt plus more, to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, according to directions, until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat your olive oil on medium heat for two or three minutes. Turn the heat to medium low and add your minced garlic. Cook for ONE minute, careful not to let it burn.
  • After one minute, add your grape tomatoes. Add salt and pepper, stirring to coat the tomatoes with the olive oil and garlic.
  • Cook for seven to ten minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start bursting and release their juices (this is important because the juices are part of the sauce).
    You can break a few of the tomatoes to release the juices early on. Once there is more juice in the pan, you can turn the heat to medium—but don't do this until there's enough liquid or the garlic will burn.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the tomato sauce. Toss well. Add the fresh, chopped basil and toss again. Season with more salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 644kcalCarbohydrates: 82gProtein: 15gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 608mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1401IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

I hope you love my burst tomato pasta with basil and that it becomes a regular in your house like it has in mine! 

Oh, and if you want to see this pasta in action, you can find it on my TikTok!

Until next time,

Chelsea XO 

(Oh, and if you love this recipe, I think you'll like this creamy chipotle pasta with spinach too!)

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Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese Snack

March 22, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

a close up of everything bagel cottage cheese snack in a white bowl

I'm all about fast, easy, (and of course, delicious) lunches during the week. I also try really hard to focus on protein, and cottage cheese is one of my favourite ways to knock all of these off! Lately, my go-to cottage cheese snack or light lunch has been the Everything Bagel cottage cheese recipe I'm going to share with you today.

I usually serve it on crackers, but it's also delicious on toast, rice cakes, or even just eating with a spoon! The best part is? It takes about 30 seconds to make and you only need a few ingredients to get the job done.

It ain't pretty, but it sure tastes good!

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Smoked Shredded Tofu (Addictive!)

February 27, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

Looking for a delicious vegan taco filling or pizza topping? Look no further than shredded smoked tofu! This simple recipe is easy to make and packs a ton of flavor.

Shredded smoked tofu is an easy and delicious way to add flavor to your vegan tacos or pizza. It has a slightly smoky flavor that pairs well with Mexican spices or pepperoni/sausage toppings. I've become incredibly addicted to this recipe and I make it every Sunday night now. Then, I keep the shredded tofu in my fridge and I can quickly add it to these little tortilla pizzas I make all the time, put it in salads, on tacos, etc. Think of it as the shredded chicken substitute you never knew you needed or you've always wanted!

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Smashed Potatoes with Cheese and Chipotle Sour Cream

February 7, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

close up shot of a smashed potato with cheese and a drizzle of chipotle sour cream on a metal baking sheet

Smashed potatoes are a beautiful thing. But smashed potatoes with cheese? What could be better?

Don't answer that...I'll tell you: smashed potatoes with cheese AND chipotle sour cream! Here's a must-have recipe for your new favorite vegetarian side dish that no one at the table will be able to resist. So, grab your spuds and let's get started!...

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Creamy Chipotle Pasta with Spinach

January 30, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

a close up of creamy chipotle pasta with spinach in a bowl

My creamy chipotle pasta with spinach is, well, creamy as you can probably guess. But it's also vegetarian, ready in less than half an hour, and super easy to make. Oh—it also reheats like a dream! I must say, it's also the perfect way to use up that container of spinach that's on its last legs in your fridge. 

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Scrambled Eggs with Ricotta and Chives

January 23, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 2 Comments

scrambled eggs with ricotta on sourdough toast with chivesIf you follow me on Instagram, you know I've recently been OBSESSED with ricotta. And that includes eggs with ricotta. I whipped up these scrambled eggs with ricotta and chives recently, and I fell in love. They've now become a breakfast staple at my house, and once you try them, I think you'll see why!...

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Creamy Lemon Pasta with Garlicky Breadcrumbs

January 19, 2022 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 2 Comments

creamy lemon pasta with a wooden spoonAnyone who says lemon should be reserved for dessert is simply missing out! This creamy lemon pasta with garlicky breadcrumbs makes all of your dinner dreams come true. It's surprisingly easy to make, full of flavor, and it makes the perfect vegetarian main dish everyone will love....

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The Best (Easy) Holiday Appetizer Ever: Baked Boursin

November 14, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

close up image of the best easy holiday appetizer ever Have I done it? Have I created the best (easy) holiday appetizer of all time? Dare I say, I think I have. Introducing: Boursin cheese, topped with red onion jam, and baked in puff pastry. I've got options for you to make the red onion jam yourself, or you can even buy some if you want to make this appetizer even easier. Drooling yet? Let's get into it. ...

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Savory Overnight French Toast Bake with Gruyere and Chives (Vegetarian)

October 24, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 3 Comments

close up of a savory french toast casseroleThis easy savory overnight French toast casserole is something you'll always look forward to waking up to. This vegetarian version is made with gruyere, chives, dijon mustard, and other tasty ingredients. You can throw it together the night before so you can just toss it in the oven the next morning and you'll be thanking yourself for doing so!...

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Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup

October 6, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

vegan lentil tortilla soup in a white bowl topped with chips and a lime

Introducing your new all-time favorite fall soup recipe: vegetarian lentil tortilla soup. Packed with plant-powered protein, a killer combination of spices, and SO. MUCH. FLAVOR...this is guaranteed to be a recipe you keep coming back to any time the weather cools off. So, grab yourself a bowl, top it with some cheese and tortilla chips, and let's eat!

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The Tastiest Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie

September 28, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

You can search the world for the best protein smoothie recipes but until you try this one, your search won't be over! This pumpkin pie protein smoothie is like the most delicious dessert that doesn't TASTE healthy, but IS healthy and you just can't believe it. ...

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Absolutely Outrageous Garlic Cheese Bread

September 17, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 12 Comments

Garlic cheese bread is easy to make and even easier to eat. And this recipe is going to change the game for you.

What makes this garlic cheese bread so outrageous, you ask? It's the sheer deliciousness of it all! It's a rich, indulgent (and easy) recipe that makes for the perfect side dish for pasta, soup, casseroles, or as an appetizer on its own!

There's no use in going half way with garlic bread, so we use all the cheesy, buttery goodness you could ask for to get the most incredible result....

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Loaded Vegetarian Beef Nachos with Gardein Beefless Ground

August 8, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 5 Comments

vegetarian beef nachos topped with salsa and sour creamNachos combine my two favorite food groups: chips and cheese. And in this recipe for loaded vegetarian beef nachos, we also add on some other goodies that make these an out-of-this-world option for your next nacho night! I use Gardein Beefless Ground, a selection of veggies, LOTS of cheese, and taco seasoning to create the perfect cheesy, salty meal you'll be dreaming of long after its gone!...

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Basil Whipped Feta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

August 1, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

We are starting off a new month with a bang...and some basil! This basil whipped feta with roasted tomatoes is the perfect summer appetizer. You can use it as a dip for crackers, spread it on crostini, or use it for dipping veggies. Not to mention, it's a great way to use up all that basil in your garden before it dies! In fact, that's how this recipe came to exist. ...

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Vegetarian Summer Sandwich with Halloumi, Cucumber, and Tzatziki

June 27, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

a close up of a summer sandwich with halloumi and cucumberThis vegetarian summer sandwich with halloumi, cucumber, and tzatziki is the perfect, easy dinner on hot nights! And did I mention it's ready in under ten minutes and you only need a handful of ingredients?

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Crispy Pan Fried Halloumi with Hot Honey & Garlic

May 23, 2021 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

pan fried halloumi with a white dish filled with honey and red pepper flakes

Cheese, on its own, is magical. But crispy fried cheese? Even better. Not only is this pan fried halloumi recipe incredibly delicious, but you'll find it's just as easy too. These crispy pieces of fried halloumi are served alongside spicy honey for dipping, making them the perfect cheesy, easy appetizer for any occasion. ...

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