Here is the thing. I am of the opinion that food can do incredible things for relationships, for communities, and for the world. Check out some of my favorite tried-and-true powerful recipes below, gathered from brilliant cooks and chefs from all over. Please comment and share your experiences with the recipes!

Appetizers/Soups

Wintry Zucchini Soup

Butternut Squash Soup

Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette

Main Dishes

Tofu with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Ratatouille

Vegetables

Fresh Garlic Green Beans

Kale Salad with Caramelized Onions, Sauteed Apples, and Cardamom Vinaigrette

Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions and Garlic

Sweet and Savory Greens with Fresh Goat Cheese

Grains and Pasta

Heather’s Quinoa

Warm Barley, Apple, and Feta Salad

Farfalle with Mushrooms and Goat Cheese

Desserts

Scrumptious Vanilla Bean Cupcakes

Vanishing Oatmeal Craisin-Chocolate Chip Cookies

Apple Crisp

Noam’s Pumpkin Muffins

Traditional Jewish Foods

Challah from Heaven

Scrumptious Apple Cake