Many menus I browsed had lots of meat dishes and it initially looked like plant-based options would be few and far between. However, once I asked restaurant staff in person, I was surprised by how accommodating most places were.
"As Yotam Ottolenghi once said here before, a lasagne doesn't have to contain ragu and bechamel. In the broadest sense, lasagne is just a layered pasta dish using various fillings and sauces and, as such, the world is your lasagne."
British asparagus swoops in around now, offering bright green relief from winter's hardier vegetables, while the jarred and frozen veg in the gratin save on prep time.
Trader Joe's shredded hash browns are perfect for a homemade brunch. They're quick to prepare and make for a satisfying meal any time of day.