This is such a no-brainer. Steve sautéed some mushroom, onion and green pepper, then added a homemade marinara sauce we had frozen. Then added fresh garlic and basil. Open the package of frozen meatballs, add to simmering sauce, cover and cook about 15 minutes or till heated all the way through. Serve over pasta orContinueContinue reading “GARDEIN MEATLESS MEATBALLS”
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LIQUORED UP MARYANNE AND MIKE MARINARA – gardein
LIQUORED UP MARYANNE AND MIKE MARINARA ‘Snowy’ sweet onion and garlic simmered with mushroom in a smoky tomato sauce flavored with red wine and Marsala wine! We served it over linguini topped with a veg chick’n cutlet steeped in Marsala, then topped with skillet-fried marsala mushrooms. Top it off with fresh basil if it makesContinueContinue reading “LIQUORED UP MARYANNE AND MIKE MARINARA – gardein”
SHARON’S MANICOTTI
SHARON’S MANICOTTI This has been a long time in the planning and waiting stages – mainly to get the filling right absent any animal products. It’s a success I waited three decades to achieve. Makes 11 stuffed pasta and 5-1/4 cups sauce Preheat oven to 350 degree for 15 minutes before baking manicotti Filling: 12.3ContinueContinue reading “SHARON’S MANICOTTI”
RAISIN BEET CAKE
RAISIN BEET CAKE You won’t detect the beets like you would detect the carrots in a carrot cake. Made with San Pellegrino Blood Orange Soda. Definitely a keeper! Makes 8 inch double layer Preheat oven to 350 degrees 1-1/2 lbs. fresh beets without stems and greens, washed, trimmed and peeled, shredded over large holes ofContinueContinue reading “RAISIN BEET CAKE”
BRAMI SNACKING LUPINI BEANS
PRODUCT REVIEW: A relative of the peanut family, the lupini bean tastes and textures like half bean and half nut. My first response was no, I don’t like them. The garlic and herb flavored lupini beans tasted like lemon, then I realized it was lemon flavored – didn’t get the herb or the garlic, sinceContinueContinue reading “BRAMI SNACKING LUPINI BEANS”
QUINOA VEG CLAM & OYSTER CHOWDER
QUINOA VEG CLAM & OYSTER CHOWDER Who would believe it? Sea water, wild mushrooms and saffron give this chowder it’s sea flavor. Tastes like tender clams and oysters, with the toasted quinoa creating a perfect texture extension for the veg sea food. Bold and wonderful! Makes 9-1/4 cups Make sea water: 3 c. water 1ContinueContinue reading “QUINOA VEG CLAM & OYSTER CHOWDER”
PRODUCT REVIEW – I HEART KEENWAH CHOCOLATE PUFFS
PRODUCT REVIEW – I HEART KEENWAH CHOCOLATE PUFFS CHOCOLATE PUFFS NOT COCOA PUFFS Oh my gosh. What? Oh my God – that’s better. Chocolate Puffs? Looking at the package I’m thinking Cocoa Puffs as in cereal, where the chocolate is in the cereal part. And what do I pour into my hand? Looks like chocolateContinueContinue reading “PRODUCT REVIEW – I HEART KEENWAH CHOCOLATE PUFFS”
TOASTED QUINOA BREAKFAST PIE
TOASTED QUINOA BREAKFAST PIE A pearly Toasted Quinoa Breakfast Pie made pearly by the addition of Minute Tapioca. Cooked in almond milk with brown sugar, raisins and vanilla. Served hot in a bowl drizzled with additional almond milk and topped with a smoky mixed nut crumble, a pat of margarine, light brown sugar, then dustedContinueContinue reading “TOASTED QUINOA BREAKFAST PIE”
SPAGHETTI RICE PILAF
SPAGHETTI RICE PILAF The holidays are gone. That doesn’t mean great tasting food went with them! Enjoying a special rice pilaf made with browned gluten-free spaghetti sticks (Bonta d’Italia Authentic Italian Pasta), curry-coriander rice, sautéed peppers, onions and peas. Tossed with walnut crumbles and served with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil! Sunday dinnerContinueContinue reading “SPAGHETTI RICE PILAF”
CAULIFLOWER CASHEW PAPRIKASH
CAULIFLOWER CASHEW PAPRIKASH Schar’s Gluten-Free Spaghetti topped with sautéed mushroom, sweet red pepper and onion. Followed by paprika and saffron seasoned roasted cauliflower. Top it all off with a Cashew Paprikash Cheese Sauce. Sprinkled with fresh grind black pepper and served with a fresh mint garnish! Serves 4 – Sauce makes 4 cups Make CASHEWContinueContinue reading “CAULIFLOWER CASHEW PAPRIKASH”
WHITE RUSSIAN COFFEE
WHITE RUSSIAN COFFEE Java Nagila chocolate & mint flavored coffee served with vodka and coffee liqueur. Topped with candy cane dust, powdered dark cocoa and fresh mint sprig. Served with a candy cane dipper. Super special! Makes as many as you want Per serving: Make 1 cup coffee using 1 k cup Java Nagila chocolateContinueContinue reading “WHITE RUSSIAN COFFEE”
HOLIDAY SPICE COFFEE
HOLIDAY SPICE COFFEE Java Factory hazelnut & nutmeg flavored coffee with additional fresh grated nutmeg. Topped with vegan whipped cream, fresh orange zest and a cinnamon stick. Garnished with a clove studded orange wedge! Makes 1 serving 1 orange whole cloves Press whole cloves halfway around an orange into the peel from nub to nub. UsingContinueContinue reading “HOLIDAY SPICE COFFEE”
RUSSIAN CREAM DRESSING
RUSSIAN CREAM DRESSING Rich Whip Non-Dairy Topping mixed with bottled Wish~Bone Russian Dressing. Served over salad of romaine lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, tomato and cucumber. Topped with additional whipped cream and sprinkled with almond crumbles! Special!! Makes as much as you want This is a super easy salad dressing. Whip up as much topping as youContinueContinue reading “RUSSIAN CREAM DRESSING”
ALMOND MOZZARELLA STYLE CHEESE
Whoa. Steve bought this thinking of course that it was vegan. Who wouldn’t at first, second or even third glance think the same? That was the intent. To fool you. When companies try to fool you with labels and advertisement, beware. Companies like Lisanatti Foods are trying to get vegans back to the vegetarian trough.ContinueContinue reading “ALMOND MOZZARELLA STYLE CHEESE”
DELIGHT SOY
PRODUCT REVIEW FOR: Delight Soy Vegan Chicken Nuggets In Mandarin Sauce. Okay, Heinen’s Supermarket in Northeast Ohio buys the vegan nuggets from Delight Soy, then they add their own mandarin sauce to it and sell them in the deli. First time Steve brought these home I was stunned at how good they were. I figuredContinueContinue reading “DELIGHT SOY”
VEGAN CHICKEN SCORCHED RICE – delight soy
VEGAN CHICKEN SCORCHED RICE Make your taste buds pop then sparkle with happy! Not Chinese. One big taste sensation. I’m your Momi! Makes almost 6 cups 3 c. water 1-1/2 t. sea salt 1 t. smoked paprika 2 t. mild curry powder 2 t. dry mustard 1/4 t. dried thyme, crushed 3 c. parboiled longContinueContinue reading “VEGAN CHICKEN SCORCHED RICE – delight soy”
MUFFINS and GRAVY – match meats
Biscuits & Gravy? You’ve got a relative you never met! Meet your better half: Muffins & Gravy!
Yes, English muffins are the best biscuits in the world!
Especially good with gravy!
CREAMY ASPARAGUS PEA SOUP WITH CARROT SPIRALS
CREAMY ASPARAGUS PEA SOUP WITH CARROT SPIRALS Simple, easy, tasty. We combine canned foods with fresh for a great result. Give it a try. You won’t die if you eat something from a can. Pick a good quality canned asparagus and a good quality canned pea! Makes 4-1/2 cups 14.5 oz. can cut asparagusContinueContinue reading “CREAMY ASPARAGUS PEA SOUP WITH CARROT SPIRALS”
WILD TOMATO ZUCCHINI POT
WILD TOMATO ZUCCHINI POT With spiralized zucchini used in place of the pasta! Hot, sweet, timid, lovely, exciting, smooth, bold! A vegetable main dish, soup or stew – no matter what you call it, it’s still wild! Makes 8 cups 3 T. Liquid Butter Alternative 1 lg. sweet onion – peel, cut off ends, cut intoContinueContinue reading “WILD TOMATO ZUCCHINI POT”
CLEVELAND KRAUT
The beet kraut is milder than the whiskey, because of the addition of the beets. Sweet! I wish they’d take that racist face off from the label of Bergman Ball Park Mustard. I’m going to have to stop buying their mustard if they don’t. I’ve read that raw sauerkraut is a good natural probiotic -ContinueContinue reading “CLEVELAND KRAUT”
ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN
ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN I usually saute onions and peppers for sandwiches, but then thought why not celery and onion? Celery is good fried, so here we have it and it is delicious. Such a simple variation that doesn’t break the bank and it’s readily available, just waiting for you to make the switchContinueContinue reading “ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN”
AFC EARTH BURGER
AFC EARTH BURGER© The everything burger! Grains: barley and rolled oats. Veggies: mushrooms and carrots. Beans: dark red kidney beans and blackeye peas! Contains no fat, no soy, no animal products, no protein isolates! The carrots give it an earthy taste! Makes 8 cups burger dough Make spiced barley: 2-1/2 c. water (do not saltContinueContinue reading “AFC EARTH BURGER”
YELLOW CAKE for STEAM INDIA
This is Chef Davies-Tight’s Yellow Cake developed at the request of STEAM INDIA.
We’re cooking without animals, which means everything changes. It’s never a matter of taking the meat, eggs, dairy out of a dish to make a delicious animal-free recipe. Ingredients need to be combined in familiar ways to create the elements of the dish that satisfied with the animal in it, as well as making the different part (now absent the animal) satisfy in a new way.
PERSIAN PEARLS
PERSIAN PEARLS Pistachios, dates, saffron, espresso coffee, fresh lemon and orange define these pearls of the desert! Tea, coffee or wine beverage completes the experience! Makes about 7 dozen 1/3 c. shelled, salted, pistachio nuts (I used Iranian pistachios) 1 c. whole dates (I used Dole brand) zest of 1 orange 1 k cup espressoContinueContinue reading “PERSIAN PEARLS”
AFC BREAKFAST WIENER ROLL
“Hi Aunt Sharon! Hope all is well! I just made your Energizer Breakfast Burrito and it was delicious!!! I’ve been having cereal before work, but I’m hungry an hour later, plus it’s so bland. If you come up with anything as simple as and similar to the burrito send them my way :)” Nothing IContinueContinue reading “AFC BREAKFAST WIENER ROLL”
ROASTED GARLIC SPINACH PESTO
ROASTED GARLIC SPINACH PESTO This is the best of alfredo and pesto. Lots of flavor, and creamy texture throughout. Tastes good at room temperature. You’re going to love this one! Pesto makes 4 cups; pasta dish serves 8-10 2 c. walnut halves 1/2 c. roasted garlic cloves (I used Christopher Ranch brand) 1 t. seaContinueContinue reading “ROASTED GARLIC SPINACH PESTO”
MATCH SAUSAGE PRETZEL SANDWICH
MATCH SAUSAGE PRETZEL SANDWICH Make this sandwich as directed and you will be in sandwich heaven! Makes 4-5 2 T. vegetable oil 1/2, 16 oz. pkg. Match Italian Sausage Without The Meat – Plant Protein, thawed 3 T. apple cider vinegar 1 T. light brown sugar 1/2 t. garlic powder 1/2 t. ground fennel seedContinueContinue reading “MATCH SAUSAGE PRETZEL SANDWICH”
UTZ SWEET POTATO CHIPS
If you’re expecting a sweet potato chip to texture like a white potato chip, you’ll be disappointed. The texture is thinner and a lot less crispy. I like them though. Not immediately. The texture is not what I’m accustomed to. They don’t grab the dip like a ruffle chip would, but then the plain whiteContinueContinue reading “UTZ SWEET POTATO CHIPS”
GO RAW GINGER SNAP
SPROUTED COOKIES. Steve brought these home for me to try. Junk-free food they advertise, and I’d agree that they certainly didn’t taste like what most people would call junk food – high sugar, fat, salt, processed everything type of food. But although they call it a cookie, it textured more like a snack. The pictureContinueContinue reading “GO RAW GINGER SNAP”
SUPERSEEDZ
GOURMET PUMPKIN SEEDS. Dry roasted. Flavored. I don’t think I’ve ever eaten a pumpkin seed. I generally don’t like seeds in recipes. In the way past, when sunflower seeds were popular, I tried them. Not impressed. Actually not impressed with most nuts, although I’ve learned to like some of them, especially when they’re made intoContinueContinue reading “SUPERSEEDZ”
SAFFRON YELLOW PEPPER RICE
SAFFRON YELLOW PEPPER RICE Saffron flavored rice mixed with sautéed sweet mini yellow peppers, then combined with Tomato Italiano flavored pumpkin seeds, garlic, tarragon, coriander and lots of fresh basil! A perfect summer rice! Makes 9 cups 3 c. water 1 t. sea salt 2-3 pinches saffron stigmas 3 c. parboiled long grain golden CanillaContinueContinue reading “SAFFRON YELLOW PEPPER RICE”
Match Meat GROUND BEEF BURGERS
Match Meat GROUND BEEF BURGERS Can’t beat this beef burger made from Plant Protein. Nice everything. I’m impressed! Makes 3 here (or 6 per pound) 1/2, 16 oz. pkg. froz. Match Meat GROUND BEEF Plant Protein Make 3 patties about 1/2 inch thick. Over medium heat, fry in grape seed oil till browned. Sprinkle garlicContinueContinue reading “Match Meat GROUND BEEF BURGERS”
Match Meat BLACK EYE PEA SLOPPY JOES
Match Meat BLACK EYE PEA SLOPPY JOES Black eye peas are underrated. They have a great meaty, chewy texture that compliments this Match Meat Sloppy Joe perfectly! Serve hot or cold! Makes 2-2/3 cups 2 T. grape seed oil 1/3 lg. sweet onion, diced into 3/8 inch squares sea salt freshly ground black pepper 1/2,ContinueContinue reading “Match Meat BLACK EYE PEA SLOPPY JOES”
STRAWBERRY BANANA PROTEIN DRINK
Every now and then I make myself a protein drink. I’ve had this container of pea protein from NOW SPORTS for about a year, that’s how seldom I make one. And I have a back up in the pantry. This one is almost empty, however, so at least I’m using it, albeit slowly. Recently IContinueContinue reading “STRAWBERRY BANANA PROTEIN DRINK”
SWEET POTATO FRIES
SWEET POTATO FRIES Baked not fried, gluten-free, sweet potatoes, platter style. Served with a dip of ketchup and Red Beet Horseradish. Perfect combo! Serves 4 Preheat oven to 425 degrees froz. sweet potato fries – as many as you want for as many servings as you want The instructions on the bag tell you toContinueContinue reading “SWEET POTATO FRIES”
SABRA GUACAMOLE SANDWICH
SABRA GUACAMOLE SANDWICH If you want creamy on your deli slice sandwich and don’t have any veg mayo in the refrigerator, use a packaged guacamole instead. It works great! Makes 1 8 oz. container Sabra Original Guacamole 2 slices potato bread 3 slices veggie Bologna or ham sliced sweet onion Spread guacamole on 2 slicesContinueContinue reading “SABRA GUACAMOLE SANDWICH”
CHERRY PECAN YOGURT – simple breakfast
CHERRY PECAN YOGURT – simple breakfast A simple, healthy and delicious breakfast! When cherries are in season, don’t miss out! Serves 1 1 c. fresh Bing cherries, pitted and halved 1 sm. container (5.3 oz.) Silk Strawberry Soy Yogurt 2-3 T. pecan crumbles (process 2 c.pecans in food processor till evenly crumbly, transfer to coveredContinueContinue reading “CHERRY PECAN YOGURT – simple breakfast”
SAUTEED SPIRAL BEETS AND ONION
SAUTEED SPIRAL BEETS AND ONION Great side dish vegetable. Tastes like fatty game. Don’t ask. Just be assured there are no animal products, and enjoy! Serves 2-4 3 sm. fresh beets, washed well – cut both ends off flat, then peel 1 med. yellow onion, cut both ends off flat, then peel Spiralize the onionContinueContinue reading “SAUTEED SPIRAL BEETS AND ONION”
MATCH MEAT SYDNEY HASH
MATCH MEAT SYDNEY HASH Science’s ability to destroy is greater than its propensity to save. It’s in the seed – in the mind of the terrorist! Can you guess the replicated animal in this Match Meat Sydney Hash? Where the Country and the Continent are the same? Serves 6-8 Chicken Mix: 1/2 lb. Match MeatContinueContinue reading “MATCH MEAT SYDNEY HASH”
MATCH MEAT SAFFRON CHICKEN
MATCH MEAT SAFFRON CHICKEN Pan-fried Match Meat Chicken Nuggets seasoned with rosemary. Mixed with sautéed mini peppers and onion with cauliflower buds, roasted peppers and peas in a light, creamy saffron mustard sauce! Yes, you’re in heaven! Serves 6 1/2, 1 lb. pkg. Match Meats Ground Chicken Plant Protein, thawed – cut chicken block inContinueContinue reading “MATCH MEAT SAFFRON CHICKEN”
STRAWBERRY CRUMPETS
STRAWBERRY CRUMPETS A fresh strawberry shortcake using a crumpet for the biscuit. Topped with strawberries flavored with maple syrup and orange zest. Instead of the traditional whipped cream, we top with Jif Whip chocolate peanut butter whipped further with a high fat coconut milk! Garnished with fresh basil! Serves 4-6 Strawberry mixture: 1 lb. freshContinueContinue reading “STRAWBERRY CRUMPETS”
TOFU HOME FRIES
TOFU HOME FRIES Leftover baked potatoes fried up with onion and peppers. Seasoned with garlic, rosemary, curry and smoked paprika. Red wine vinegar to tame the glycemic spike? Of course. It tastes great, so we’ll do it. Tossed with fresh vine tomatoes, fresh spinach and House Foods tofu! A late morning delight! Makes 8 cupsContinueContinue reading “TOFU HOME FRIES”
TAHINI
For a long time I eyed this Tahini at Gordon Food Store, but didn’t buy it because of the price $14.29 seemed like a lot. Sure it’s 32 ounces, but still… Then when reading the label, I realized that it was all ground sesame seed, nothing added. Or at least I’m assuming it is sinceContinueContinue reading “TAHINI”
MINI ALMOND DONUTS
MINI ALMOND DONUTS Marzipan, almond crumbles, puree of dates, fresh lemon and maple syrup. And how about some Marsala wine, ginger and coriander? Why not when it all tastes so good? Then roll these precious nuggets in ginger powdered sugar too? Yup! Makes 7 dozen Preheat oven to 375 degrees 8 oz. pkg. Almond PasteContinueContinue reading “MINI ALMOND DONUTS”
EXTRA VIRGIN MAYO
EXTRA VIRGIN MAYO Extra virgin coconut and olive oils processed with tofu, herbs, spices, apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon. Melt in your mouth mayo! Makes 2 cups 12.3 oz. pkg. extra firm water-packed tofu, rinsed 1/4 c. unrefined, cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil – I used Walgreen’s brand 1 t. sea salt Place inContinueContinue reading “EXTRA VIRGIN MAYO”
JAMAICAN ME CRAZY FLAN
JAMAICAN ME CRAZY FLAN Do you like cocoa, coffee, coconut, caramel? Then you’ll love this smok’n Jamaican Me Crazy flan! Serves 6 2 T. Jamaican Me Crazy ground coffee 1/2 c. unsweetened dark cocoa powder 1/2 c. light brown sugar 2/3 c. sweetened flaked coconut 1 t. cinnamon 1 t. smoked paprika 1 t. liquidContinueContinue reading “JAMAICAN ME CRAZY FLAN”
SMOKY LAZY PIEROGI
SMOKY LAZY PIEROGI Lazy, crazy good! Not your tradtional lazy pierogi – sauteed onion, pepper and mushroom plus spinach, in addition to the traditional sauerkraut, take this lazy dish over the top! Then tick it up one more time with McCormick’s Bac’n Pieces and I’m no longer in hog heaven – I’m in animal-free culinaryContinueContinue reading “SMOKY LAZY PIEROGI”
POPEYE SOUP
POPEYE SOUP Popeye The Spinach Man never had it this good! Spinach, mushrooms, sweet onion, peppers and stewed tomatoes in a savory broth with Goldbaum’s Gluten Free All Natural Brown Rice Pasta Shells. WOW! Makes 25 cups 17 c. water 2 lbs. fresh spinach 1 T. garlic powder 1 T. ground coriander 1 T. onionContinueContinue reading “POPEYE SOUP”
SAFFRON CELERY SOUP
SAFFRON CELERY SOUP We use the whole bunch of celery in this soup along with red onion, Dei Fratelli Chopped Italian Tomatoes and pistachio nuts. Seasoned with saffron, caraway, coriander and star of anise! Makes 9-3/4 cups 1 bunch celery – cut off end and tops, wash well to remove all dirt, then cut stalksContinueContinue reading “SAFFRON CELERY SOUP”
AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER
AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER© Hamburg is soft-textured. It’s not hard – even when cooked. These burgers replicate that texture. Isn’t it convenient to be able to take some dough from the refrigerator, form a patty and fry it? You can also bake the patties and refrigerate till ready to reheat and serve! PerfectlyContinueContinue reading “AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER”
SMOKED ALMOND TRUFFLE ICE-CREAM
SMOKED ALMOND TRUFFLE ICE-CREAM Nutty, smoky, salty, sweet. The texture of a decadent truffle – all wrapped up in an animal-free ice-cream. Enjoy the pleasure while it lasts. Then save some for tomorrow – you’ll be glad you did! Makes 4-1/2 cups 1 c. walnut halves 6 oz. can Blue Diamond Smokehouse Almonds 1 c.ContinueContinue reading “SMOKED ALMOND TRUFFLE ICE-CREAM”
AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER
AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER© Great news! A homemade burger that tastes and textures just like a beef burger – blood and all! Easy to make. Fry them fresh, or bake and refrigerate or freeze. Taste The Sizzle! For meat-eaters and vegans! I’m lovin’ it! Makes 7-8 cups burger dough (depending on how firmly packed) 1ContinueContinue reading “AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER”
PRODUCT REVIEW FOR KAMUT GRAIN
This was my first time experimenting with the Ancient Grain called Kamut®Khorasan Wheat, generally defined as ancient, because it has generally not been hybridized or genetically modified over the last several hundred years. “It is prized for its nutrition, ease of digestibility, sweet nutty-buttery taste and firm texture. Compared to most modern wheat it has more protein,ContinueContinue reading “PRODUCT REVIEW FOR KAMUT GRAIN”
KAMUT INDIAN STYLE PUDDING
KAMUT INDIAN STYLE PUDDING This stove-top Indian pudding swaps in Kamut flour and swaps out the cornmeal, creating a perfect grainy texture that is the hallmark of Indian pudding. Big, bold spicy flavors, soft, melt in your mouth textures! Oregon sweet cherries and cashew butter are the surprise ingredients! Makes 4-1/2 cups or 9, 1/2ContinueContinue reading “KAMUT INDIAN STYLE PUDDING”
BAKED TOFU SANDWICH
BAKED TOFU SANDWICH Even though this sandwich is cooked, it’s quick and easy. Fried baked tofu with veg mozzarella cheese and veg ham. Put together on a pan-fried hot dog bun spread with ketchup, mustard and veg mayo. Napkins please! Makes 1 1 lg. hot dog bun split open all the way through vegetable oilContinueContinue reading “BAKED TOFU SANDWICH”
KAMUT SPAGHETTI WITH SMOKY MARINARA
KAMUT SPAGHETTI WITH SMOKY MARINARA Spaghetti made from the ancient grain called Kamut – higher in protein and fiber than traditional grains, that may also be used by some with a sensitivity to gluten. Sauced with a rich Smoky Marinara and topped with sauteed baby bella mushrooms! Makes 5-1/4 cups sauce Smoky Marinara: 3ContinueContinue reading “KAMUT SPAGHETTI WITH SMOKY MARINARA”
HOT KAMUT CEREAL
HOT KAMUT CEREAL Ancient Kamut grain cooked like rolled oats. Golden raisins, flaked coconut, brown sugar and maple extract used as flavorings. Topped with orange zest and cinnamon. A delightful ‘feel good’ cereal! Makes 4-1/2 cups 2 c. boiling water 1 c. Kamut Flakes 1/2 t. sea salt 1/4 c. golden raisins 1/3 c. sweetenedContinueContinue reading “HOT KAMUT CEREAL”
BLUEBERRY CHOCOLATE CUSTARD
BLUEBERRY CHOCOLATE CUSTARD Blueberries, dark cocoa and cream of coconut. Topped with red wine submerged into the center of each serving, and a tiny bit of sea salt. Finished with Veg whipped cream, orange zest and shaved chocolate. Melt in your mouth custard! Serves 6 15 oz. can Oregon Specialty fruit, Blueberries in light syrupContinueContinue reading “BLUEBERRY CHOCOLATE CUSTARD”
A SOUP FOR THE PHARAOHS
A SOUP FOR THE PHARAOHS Put a high price tag on this soup. Sell only by the cup. Rich. Wow. Whoa. From another planet. Ancient inspired by the grain. You won’t recognize it. Rare. Makes 8-1/2 cups Prepare grain: 3 c. water 1 c. Kamut grain Combine water and grain in saucepan. Bring to boil,ContinueContinue reading “A SOUP FOR THE PHARAOHS”
KAMUT TOMATO CORN STEW
KAMUT TOMATO CORN STEW Kamut grain and sweet corn stewed in a thick tomato and white miso broth with garlic, smoked paprika, rosemary and coriander. Garnished with orange zest and served with a side of ciabatta bread spread with miso and extra virgin olive oil! Makes 8-1/2 cups 1 c. Kamut berries (grain) 4 c.ContinueContinue reading “KAMUT TOMATO CORN STEW”
FLATOUT VEG HOT DOG ROLL UPS
FLATOUT VEG HOT DOG ROLL UPS Take 1 Flatout Garden Spinach flatbread and heat both sides in dry skillet till warm enough to roll. Place on board. Spread evenly with sweet relish, top with mustard and chopped onion. Then place a row of chopped tomato across center – leaving all ingredients 1 inch from edge.ContinueContinue reading “FLATOUT VEG HOT DOG ROLL UPS”
Pineapple Barbecue Chick’n Strips – gardein
Pineapple Barbecue Chick’n Strips Wow. What a punch! Serves 4 Make barbecue sauce first: 1/3 c. ketchup 1/2 c. canned pineapple tidbits plus some liquid, I used DOLE brand 1/4 c. Balsamic vinegar 1/3 c. dark brown sugar 1 T. liquid smoke 1 t. garlic powder 1 t. smoked paprika 1 t. dry mustard aContinueContinue reading “Pineapple Barbecue Chick’n Strips – gardein”
IDAHO MASHED POTATO GRANULES
Just got around to trying the granular form of instant mashed potatoes. Actually, the granular is closer to powder, but it’s still granular. I follow the directions, except using water for the milk. When making any kind of instant potatoes I usually use more liquid than the box suggests. You be the judge of yourContinueContinue reading “IDAHO MASHED POTATO GRANULES”
FRIED IRISH POTATOES
FRIED IRISH POTATOES Canned Irish potatoes pan-fried with green pepper, smoked paprika and rosemary, fresh garlic and ginger! Easy, quick and good! Serves 4 3 T. liquid alternative butter or vegetable oil 2 c. diced green pepper (I used frozen – thaw, drain and squeeze to remove excess water from freezing) 2, 15 oz. cansContinueContinue reading “FRIED IRISH POTATOES”
PINEAPPLE PUMPKIN PUDDING
PINEAPPLE PUMPKIN PUDDING It’s not that difficult to make a holiday dessert that’s fairly healthy for you! Great texture, great taste, and fills you up without remorse! Silk Nog, golden raisins, cocoa, pineapple, pumpkin, spice and everything nice! Happy to you! Makes 9 cups 20 oz. can crushed pineapple 29 oz. can pumpkin 3-1/2 c.ContinueContinue reading “PINEAPPLE PUMPKIN PUDDING”
I HEART KEENWAH SNACKS – PRODUCT REVIEW
I HEART KEENWAH SNACKS – PRODUCT REVIEW “i heart keenwah is a quinoa company. we’re changing the way people think about quinoa: we make it snackable! the concept looking for a snack that’s better-for-you and tasty? you’ve come to the right place. here at i heart keenwah we’re cooking up quinoa snacks with great flavorsContinueContinue reading “I HEART KEENWAH SNACKS – PRODUCT REVIEW”
PINK LENTIL SEITAN SOUP
PINK LENTIL SEITAN SOUP Pink lentils, mixed veggies and stewed tomatoes simmered with cubed Seitan in a smoked paprika, garlic and coriander broth! Makes 14 cups 10 c. water 2 c. dried pink lentils – rinsed in wire mesh strainer till all foam disappears Combine water and rinsed lentils in large soup pot. Bring toContinueContinue reading “PINK LENTIL SEITAN SOUP”
PRODUCT REVIEW OF MORNINGSTAR NEW PRODUCTS – A BURGER & A NUGGET
PRODUCT REVIEW OF MORNINGSTAR NEW PRODUCTS – A BURGER & A NUGGET I don’t get too excited any more when MorningStar Farms introduces a new product, since their ‘new’ usually contains animal products that they added to their ‘old’ better product that contained none, with a few adjustments here and there – all bad. IContinueContinue reading “PRODUCT REVIEW OF MORNINGSTAR NEW PRODUCTS – A BURGER & A NUGGET”
SWEET BEET TOMATO SAUCE
SWEET BEET TOMATO SAUCE A sweet, smoky, light, tomato sauce! Perfect for fine pastas! The beets add beautiful texture and flavor dimensions, plus added nutritional benefit. Beets and tomatoes? You betcha’! Makes 4-1/2 cups Saute: 2 T. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 lg. green pepper, diced 1/2 lg. sweet red pepper, diced 1 little saltContinueContinue reading “SWEET BEET TOMATO SAUCE”
GREEN PEPPERCORN AND CAPER AIOLI SAUCE
GREEN PEPPERCORN AND CAPER AIOLI SAUCE Just Mayo Original and Chipotle flavors mixed with fresh green peppercorn, capers, extra virgin olive oil, Amore Garlic Paste, fresh lemon squeeze and garlic! Tastes better than the egg yolk based aioli! Serve as you would any other aioli. I chose steamed veggies: green beans, spinach and asparagus! Impressive!ContinueContinue reading “GREEN PEPPERCORN AND CAPER AIOLI SAUCE”
MITCHELL’S VEGAN ICE-CREAM – PRODUCT REVIEW
MITCHELL’S vegan HOMEMADE ICE CREAM product review Mitchell’s is a few miles down the road from me in Rocky River, Ohio, been by their shop many times, never thought to stop in, because they’re an ice cream shop, a dairy ice cream shop. When I was waiting for my plane at Cleveland Hopkins Airport, myContinueContinue reading “MITCHELL’S VEGAN ICE-CREAM – PRODUCT REVIEW”
JIF WHIP GELATO
JIF WHIP GELATO The best gelato in the world – right here – using ingredients we already know and like! And so easy! Makes 5-3/4 cups 6 Nutter Butter Cookies by Nabisco 15 oz. can Cream Of Coconut by Goya (available in most markets), room temperature 1/4 c. dark unsweetened cocoa powder 15.9 oz. JifContinueContinue reading “JIF WHIP GELATO”
MAY WAH VEGAN MEATS – PRODUCT REVIEW
I just found out about them, but they’ve been around for 20 years. NEW YORK CITY’S BEST MEAT ALTERNATIVE MARKET – LARGEST FROZEN VEGAN DISTRIBUTOR Who would think? They’ve got so many vegan meats that your head will spin. And they’re not expensive, and you can buy online. I ordered the shrimp, crab, smoked hamContinueContinue reading “MAY WAH VEGAN MEATS – PRODUCT REVIEW”
MIYOKO COUNTRY STYLE HERBS DE PROVENCE VEGAN CHEESE – PRODUCT REVIEW
PRODUCT REVIEW This is one of the three vegan cheeses (Country Style Herbes De Provence) I took back home to Massachusetts recently. No one in my family is vegetarian/vegan. No one had any idea that people made cheese out of cultured nuts. Needless to say they were all quite surprised. This cheese I chilled, sinceContinueContinue reading “MIYOKO COUNTRY STYLE HERBS DE PROVENCE VEGAN CHEESE – PRODUCT REVIEW”
MIYOKO WALNUT GREEN BEANS
MIYOKO WALNUT GREEN BEANS Caramelized onion with cut green beans, topped with caramelized walnuts, crumbled Miyoko’s Classic Double Cream Chive vegan cheese, and fresh chopped garlic! Served with a side lemon squeeze. Broiled to melt the cheese, or not, it’s off the planet delicious! Makes 6-8 side dishes, 4 main dishes 1/2 c. walnut halves orContinueContinue reading “MIYOKO WALNUT GREEN BEANS”
SWEET VEGGIE CREME FRAICHE
SWEET VEGGIE CREME FRAICHE A simple recipe for creme fraiche using only four ingredients! You’ll love it! Makes 2-1/3 cups 12.3 oz. pkg. Silken style extra firm tofu 1-1/2 c. Rich’s Non-Dairy Whip Topping (it comes in liquid form) 2 T. fresh lemon squeeze 1/4 t. salt Break tofu into pieces as you place itContinueContinue reading “SWEET VEGGIE CREME FRAICHE”
PREMELTED VEGGIE CHEESE
PREMELTED VEGGIE CHEESE Ever have a problem getting your veggie cheese to melt in a grilled cheese sandwich without burning the bread – and even then many times it doesn’t melt throughout? I solved the problem by forming Daiya Veggie Mozzarella Shreds, carrot juice, prepared yellow mustard and Mancini Fried Peppers with Onion into aContinueContinue reading “PREMELTED VEGGIE CHEESE”
CREAMED SAUERKRAUT AND PEPPERS
CREAMED SAUERKRAUT AND PEPPERS Sauerkraut combined with Mancini Sweet Red Roasted Peppers, Mancini Fried Peppers with Onion, garlic, fennel and Daiya Mozzarella Veggie Shreds, then cooked till creamy! A simple side dish vegetable for roasted root veggies. Can also be served over mashed or baked potatoes, or with veggie sausage! Makes 5-3/4 cups 32 oz.ContinueContinue reading “CREAMED SAUERKRAUT AND PEPPERS”
MIYOKO RATATOUILLE FOR SUB OR PASTA
MIYOKO RATATOUILLE FOR SUB OR PASTA Sauteed eggplant, green pepper, zucchini and sweet onion in extra virgin olive oil with tomatoes, herbs and spice. Combined with a red wine tomato sauce made with Miyoko’s Sundried Tomato Garlic Cultured Nut Cheese! Serve in a broiled sub roll drizzled with extra virgin oil, or over your favoriteContinueContinue reading “MIYOKO RATATOUILLE FOR SUB OR PASTA”
TERIYAKI VEGAN DUCK SUB – May Wah Brand
TERIYAKI VEGAN DUCK SUB Wow, who would think Vegan Duck? It’s for real. In this sub, teamed up with sauteed sweet onion, fresh radishes, cilantro and a mustard teriyaki sauce, the duck rises to a whole new level! Cruelty-free boys and girls! Makes 3 2 T. vegetable oil 1 lg. sweet onion, cut in half fromContinueContinue reading “TERIYAKI VEGAN DUCK SUB – May Wah Brand”
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