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This sweet treat is delicious plain or served with fresh berries, pitted cherries, or sliced peaches. Yield: 4 cups (8 servings) 2 (14-ounce) cans coconut milk ½ cup granulated sugar, preferably organic 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In blender, process coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and thoroughly mixed. Pour mixture into […]
This is a simple leave-it-and-go recipe for the slow cooker. Mix everything up and forget it until dinnertime! Serve over brown rice. ½ medium onion, chopped 2 rounded teaspoons garlic paste 2 rounded teaspoons grated ginger or ginger paste 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste 1–2 rounded tablespoons mild curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 4 […]
This cooling condiment, similar to Greek tzatziki, is often served alongside spicier dishes to cool the palate. Be sure to use long, thin English cucumbers. 1½English cucumbers ¼ cup fresh mint or cilantro leaves, chopped juice of 1 lemon or lime ¼ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon coriander ½ red onion, chopped (optional) ½ teaspoon […]
Yield: 6 servings Total prep time: 20 minutes Total cooking time: 3-4 hours on low, or 1½-2 hours on high This lasagna is perfect for a meat eater who’d like to try a vegetarian dish. It’s easy to make and hearty. Add a nice spinach salad, and you’re all ready to have friends over for […]
Yield: 6 servings ¼ cup vegetable broth 1 onion, chopped 2 large garlic cloves, pressed or minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 cup dry (uncooked) red lentils (3 cups cooked) 1 bay leaf 2 cups water juice of 1 lemon 2 24-ounce […]
Prep time: 20 minutes Difficulty level: easy Yield: 3-4 servings 1 cup red lentils 4 cups water 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 1 carrot, diced 1 parsnip, diced 2-3 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup onion, chopped 1 14-ounce can petite diced tomatoes ½-1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash Southwest Chipotle seasoning blend ½-1 […]
2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 cup onions, chopped 1 cup green pepper, chopped 1 lb. firm tofu, sliced and drained well between paper towels 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric • salt, to taste Sauce: 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano • […]
Ingredients: 2 c. water (very warm) 1 T. yeast (active dry) 1 c. sesame seeds 1 c. wheat germ (or bran) 1/4 c. soy margarine (melted) 2 t. salt 1 T. honey 1/2 c. pecan meal 4 c. whole-wheat flour (or more if needed) Directions: Mix all ingredients in a bowl; then divide into 8 […]
Ingredients: 1 package active dry yeast 1 cup warm water 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons oil 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour Directions: 1. In a large bowl, combine yeast and water. Let sit for 5 minutes. Add salt, sugar, and oil. 2. Add flour and whole-wheat flour. […]
Ingredients: Smashed Potatoes 6-8 red bliss potatoes, boil until tender (add soy milk to moisten) 1/2 t. onion or garlic salt (if desired) Scrambled Tofu 1 lb. tofu (firm, water-packed), rinsed and drained 1 pkg. Mori-Nu tofu, firm or extra firm 1/4 c. brewers yeast flakes 1 1/2 T. McKay’s Chicken-style Seasoning (or other brand) […]