: About Me

My name is Mary Curtis. I am the author of "Compete With Meat" and "Eat Smart" and "The Practical Vegetarian" as well as several articles and E-Editions on vegetarianism and vegetarian cooking. I also have worked as a newspaper journalist and columnist and have covered consumer protection.

I am an avid reader. My non-fiction interests cover a wide range...basically any article or piece which is well-written and insightful will grab my interest...but I particularly like philosophy, religion and spiritual study, health-related topics, and also current news, political, and social issues.

When it comes to fiction I enjoy reading a good thriller or mystery. My favorite fictional authors are Stephen King and James Michener. I like King for his smooth-flowing writing style and vivid storytelling. Michener's expertise to weave historical fact into his fiction is informative to read as well as extremely enjoyable.

My hobbies include gourmet vegetarian cooking, knitting, and crocheting. I reside in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, with my husband of over 30 years.

Currently, I am working on a novel.

My passion is ...

reading

My parents always told me ...

to "apply" myself to everything I do

My childhood ambition ...

to be a writer

My favorite memory ...

my childhood dog named "Ozzie"

Why I write ...

because I love writing and I want to share my ideas with others

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

I'm reading a book right now by Bob Woodward.

My first job ...

washed dishes in a restaurant in high school

My best moment ...

having both of my children

My inspiration ...

to help make the world a better place

Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Pasta e Piselli (pasta and peas)

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My mother – who was second generation Italian – used to make this dish for us at least once a month.  When I was a kid, I looked forward to dinner when my mom was making Pasta e Piselli - or as I called it Pasta and Peas.  I still love it and my family today eagerly awaits dinner as the smell of Italian cooking fills our home. There are several advantages to including Pasta and Peas in your regular list of recipes: 1.  Pasta and Peas is delicious and nutritious.  You get grain, vegetable, and protein all in one bowl.  Young and old alike will love it an...

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