This might be the only time in my life when I'll say "I wish I lived in New Jersey." I was reading over the "Chef Spotlight" profile for Joseph Rosolen when this little nugget of information caught my eye: "A few years later, he recognized that busy people needed a fast, convenient way to have delicious, healthy food delivered to them, and in 2006, Online Vegetarian Deli was born."
Yes, that's right—in New Jersey you'll find a delivery service that specializes in healthy vegan and vegetarian meals, with menus updated weekly. This week's offerings include a seitan cutlet sandwich, broccoli rabe over pasta, black-bean and winter squash stew, and vegan mac and cheese, to name just a few items on the all-vegan list. Why don't they have services like this everywhere?
Since I don't live in Jersey, I decided to try out one of the recipes that Joe shared with us here, an Italian potato salad. The key to success with such a simple dish is using the best ingredients available—so if it didn't turn out, I'd only have myself to blame, not Joe. To add just a little more to the salad, I left the skin of the potatoes on and garnished with just a few capers. The result was a simple yet flavorful dish, largely because of the high-quality olive oil I used.
Italian Potato Salad
by Joseph Rosolen
3 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cubed
Fresh green beans, trimmed
1 red onion, sliced thin
Extra virgin olive oil, to taste
Red wine vinegar, to taste
Salt and pepper, to taste
•Boil the potatoes until fork tender. Set aside.
•Cook the green beans in boiling water until tender but still slightly crisp. Drain.
•Gently combine the potatoes, green beans, onions, oil, and vinegar. Season to taste.
Makes 4 to 6 servings
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Comments ( 3 )
I must say... You have just made my day!
I have (sort of) recently moved to New Jersey, and for months I have felt disappointed at the lack of vegan restaurants in the area. As I lived in NY for the last couple of years, I was spoiled with a large variety of options around me.
Then... I see your latest blog. I can't believe something that cool is in NJ.
That gave me hope that with time, I may not need to hop on the train and head to NYC for a vegan fix.
Posted by Isa | February 15, 2008 8:00 PM
Posted on February 15, 2008 20:00
Oh such a Yummy recipe!
Posted by Kyla | February 20, 2008 11:40 AM
Posted on February 20, 2008 11:40
Good recipe, but don't appreciate the trash on NJ..it was unnecessary. Contrary to popular belief and fueled by footage and both people and geographical stereotypes of the Sopranos and other shows, NJ is a beautiful state. It has the highest per capita income, and why people don't equate that that also equals beautiful homes, areas, etc. is beyond me...it's not just the turnpike. We have mountians, shore lines, farmland and short access to the greatest city in the world, so get educated before you trash.
Posted by Laura Pelaia | February 20, 2008 1:11 PM
Posted on February 20, 2008 13:11