Potato, Apple and Onion Gratin
We really enjoyed this as part of our main meal today. The mixture of apples, potatoes and onions is really lovely. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 6-8 med large red skinned potatoes 4 large apples of choice (best is somewhat tart and baking) 3 large red onions 3 tablespoons oil or vegan margarine 2 tablespoons thyme [...]
Yellow Plum Compote and Lime Soy Yogurt Parfait
The tart lime yogurt was a lovely contrast to the sweet yellow plum compote,making this one of our favorite light summer treats. Ingredients: 1 cup strained soy yogurt from 1&1/2 cups regular soy yogurt 1 lime, zest and juice 2 tablespoons sugar 1 cup yellow plum compote or peach compote bit of granola slices of [...]
Pears Poached in Elderberry Syrup
This would make a lovely appetizer or first course, as well as being a delicious dessert. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4 pears, with stem left on, peeled 1 cup elderberry juice 3 teaspoons cornstarch 1/2 cup white wine Directions: Place the elderberry juice in a small saucepan. Add the cornstarch and mix well. Bring to [...]
Roasted Cauliflower with Red Lentil Marinade
This is a delicious side dish that we enjoyed with tempeh and apple chutney. It made a nice fall meal. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, cut in florets 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup raisins 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or pine nuts, toasted 1 – 1 & 1/2 cups red lentils 2-3 cups [...]
Vegan Eggplant Burger
These are really great burgers. Elle of Elle’s New England Kitchen is a really fine cook, although omni. She often has very inspiring recipes that I try to adapt for vegans. This is one that turned out great. Yield: 8-10 burgers Ingredients: 3 eggplants, cut in small cubes 6 green onions, sliced 3 cloves garlic, [...]
Spicy Yellow Bell Pepper Soup
This is a very tasty soup that we enjoyed on a rainy summer’s day. It was very easy to adapt to being vegan. We enjoyed the spicy flavor from the jalapeno and did nnt find it too hot. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil 1 onion, chopped 4 yellow bell peppers, de-seeded and chopped [...]
Ratatouille Couscous Salad
Ratatouille is such a nice mixture of flavors. We enjoy it in many different ways. Here is a tasty salad using these lovely summer vegetables. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup pearl couscous 1 eggplant, cut in small cubes 1 small zucchini, cut in small cubes 1 red bell pepper, de-seeded and cut in small [...]
Lentils with Smoked Tofu and Plums
We really enjoyed this meal tonight with boiled potatoes. It’s a very nice savory way to enjoy plums. It is a hearty, filling meal that is full of wonderful flavors. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup de Puy or brown lentils 1 tablespoon oil 2 cups water 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1 large onion, finely [...]
Review: Sweet & Spicy Carrot Bisque
We really enjoyed this vegan recipe for a smooth and creamy carrot soup that we found on the Vegetarian Times’ blog. The recipe by Aylene Lambert, won Best Soup in Vegetarian Times’ 2011 Chef Challenge. The instructions are well written and easy to follow. We used some nutmeg and a sprig of lemon verbena as [...]
Spirali Pasta with Romanesco and Peas
This was a very special pasta meal with a delicious almond-miso-white wine Sauce. We really like romanesco and look forward to late summer/fall when it comes available. Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 4 ounces spirali pasta 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen) 2-3 cups romanesco broccoli florets 1/2 cup fresh basil,chopped for the sauce: 2 tablespoons [...]
Vegan Polenta with Caramelized Apples
We saw this inviting recipe and looked forward to adapting it to be vegan. It was delicious – such a nice treat and tasty – either with the cheddar soy cheese melted on top or with the sweet cinnamon apples. Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 1 cup polenta 4 cups water pinch salt 6 apples 1/4 [...]
