Pasta Gratin with Spicy Tofu Pieces and Zucchini
This is a very, quick and easy recipe to make. It’s very filling, and could also be taken to a pot-luck supper. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 8 ounces dried pasta- bow-ties, spirals etc. 6-8 ounces prepared spicy tofu pieces 1 & 1/2 cups plain soy yogurt 2 teaspoon mild grainy mustard 1 tablespoon vegetable bouillon [...]
Baja Tofu Tacos
These are our vegan version of ‘fish’ tacos, which we enjoyed last night. Yield: 8 tacos Ingredients: 1 16 ounce block tofu, sliced in long “finger/strips” 1/4 small red cabbage, thinly sliced or shredded (about 2 & 1/2 cups) 1 small red onion, finely sliced 1 jalapeño, de-seeded and 1/2 minced (more if you want [...]
Spinach, Bean And Spicy Tofu Soup
This is a very nice soup we enjoyed yesterday. It remains a cold spring so far, so a nice warm soup at lunchtime really “hits the spot”. Ingredients: 8 ounces prepared spicy tofu pieces 2 cloves garlic minced pinch red pepper flakes 4 cups vegetable bouillon 1 can (15 ounces) cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed [...]
Baguettes with Avocado Kiwi Salsa and Spicy Tofu Pieces
This is a delicious lunch or appetizer that we enjoyed today. The combination of kiwi with the avocado is really lovely. Yield: 8 open faced sandwiches Ingredients: 4 individual ciabatta baguettes or rolls 4 ounces tofu, cut in small pieces sautéed with spices 2 ripe avocados, peeled and cut into small pieces 1 small onion, [...]
Winter Stir Fry with Cabbage and Brussels Sprouts
We really enjoyed this meal on a white winter’s night. It was very filling, yet not heavy. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 & 1/2 cups whole grain rice, uncooked 12 pounces Brussels sprouts 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1 tablespoon sambal ulek 2 teaspoons sesame oil 12 ounces cabbage, finely shredded 10 ounces spicy tofu pieces [...]
Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Vegan Hot Dog Pieces
This is a great way to enjoy Brussels sprouts as a main meal. The combination with the tofu hot dogs and gnocchi was great. It was is very tasty meal. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 16 ounce package gnocchi 2 tablespoons vegan margarine 1 8 ounce package tofu hot dogs or wursts 12 ounces Brussels [...]
Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake
This is a delicious cheesecake. People would never guess it’s vegan. And, it did not have that “tofu” flavor or consistency. Yield: 10 inch cheesecake Ingredients: for the crust: 3 cups graham crushed crackers or vegan digestive biscuits 10 tablespoons vegan margarine 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt for the cheesecake: 14 ounces tofu 12 [...]
Stuffed Round Yellow Zucchini with Red Bell Pepper Sauce
This our first year to grow round yellow zucchini. They are a delicious tender vegetable that are perfect for stuffing. There are many recipes to use as stuffing. We enjoyed this one last night, especially with the red bell pepper sauce. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 2 round zucchini ( 1 per person) 1 cup couscous [...]
Strawberry Tofu Salad
This is a delicious salad. The flavors are a very nice combination. The borage flowers are slightly spicy like pepper and go well with the sweet strawberries. The salad dressing is particularly nice on this salad, but goes well on others and makes a nice marinade. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the dressing: 1 large [...]
Scrambled Tofu and Spinach stuffed Tomatoes
This was a tasty, filling diner we had tonight. It’s easy to make and quite a satisfying dish. Serving Size: 4 Yield: 8 stuffed tomatoes Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 cups spinach, washed and chopped 1 teaspoon red chili flakes to taste salt and pepper [...]
Macaroni with Broccoli & Peas
This tasty meal is quite versatile. We enjoyed it hot as a main meal, but it would also work well as a salad. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets 1 cup frozen peas 1/2 lb. macaroni, cooked and drained 8 ounce package spicy tofu of seitan pieces 1/2 cup soy cream 1 [...]
Review: Teriyaki Tofu and Pineapple Kebabs
As summer rolls around and the temperature warms up, people enjoy cooking and grilling their meals outside. We came across this great recipe from Nicole on Prevention RD. It’s a great recipe, and easy to make. The pineapple tastes so nice with this. Do take a look at the recipe – we’re sure you will [...]
Tofu Scampi On Linguine
Lemony, garlicky tofu that has been marinated in nori for the taste of the sea, served on a bed of linguine with parsley. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons nori or dulse flakes 1 tablespoon miso 1 lb. firm tofu 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon vegan margarine 1 tablespoons lemon juice 4-5 cloves garlic, [...]
Fried Rice with Spring Vegetables
We will create 4 different fried rice recipes throughout the year, one for each season. We start this year with the spring vegetables. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 lb. tofu, scrambled 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon oil 3 cups cooked brown rice 4 green onions 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon jalapeño chilly, minced [...]
Vegan Pumpkin and Spinach Quiche
This is a very hearty and filling quiche. It is quite tasty and pretty to look at as well. It would make a nice holiday brunch or a good supper meal. Serving Size: 6 (one 9 inch quiche) Ingredients: for the crust: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 3/4 cup cold vegan [...]
Walnut Radicchio Risotto with Smoked Tofu Pieces
This recipe makes a very nice winter meal. Radicchio is one of the vegetables we can get fresh over the winter. We really enjoyed this meal and hope you will also. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3-4 spring onions green parts only, chopped (chives) 1/4 – 1/2 cup walnuts, some chopped some whole 1 red onion, [...]
Artichoke and Spicy Tofu Casserole
This is rally vegan comfort food at it’s best. We really enjoyed this hearty meal on a chilly, windy day. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped 1 small red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped 2 spring onions sliced 1 tablespoon vegan margarine 1 cup prepared vegan cream sauce* 8 ounces artichoke [...]
Wholewheat Spaghetti with Roasted Cauliflower and Smoked Tofu Pieces
Roasted Cauliflower is our new favorite flavor, and it really shines with wholewheat pasta. We’ve enjoyed this meal a couple of times now and were looking forward to sharing it with you. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 16 ounces dry wholewheat spaghetti 1/2 head of cauliflower, cut in small florets 4 tablespoons olive oil (separated) 1 [...]
Romanesco, Red Rice and A Coriander Pesto Sauce
What a tasty meal this was. The combination of the rice with the romanesco and the sauce was really a treat. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup red rice 1 tablespoon oil 3 cups water and a bit of salt for the water 3 cups Romanesco broccoli florets 12 ounces tofu 1 tablespoon of oil [...]
Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower with Tofu Pieces
Cauliflower with a sweet & spicy sauce and fried tofu pieces is a very nice way to enjoy cauliflower. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 & 1/2 cups rice 3 cups water pinch salt 1 block tofu (about 13-16 ounces) 2 tablespoons oil to fry the tofu 1 medium cauliflower 1 leek 1 red chili pepper [...]
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 [...]
Crispy Coconut Crusted Tofu Poppers with Chili Mango Cream
Yum, the crunchy coconut crust of the tofu poppers tasted delicious with the mango chili cream. This is a very tasty recipe, well worth the effort. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the tofu: 1 lb. tofu for the marinade: 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce 1/4 cup water to thin the marinade 1 lime or [...]
Rhenish Fava Bean Stew
Fresh fava beans are just coming in now. We’ve been looking forward to making and veganizing this traditional German meal for a long time. This is a really tasty hearty meal that even an omni would enjoy. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. fava beans, out of the pods 1 lb. potatoes (ones that remain [...]
Vegan Ricotta Ravioli with Asparagus Walnut Pesto
This was a very special dinner we enjoyed. It is not really as difficult to make as it appears and is well worth the trouble. Yield: 20 large ravioli Ingredients: for the ravioli dough: 1 cup semolina flour 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup water pinch salt for the ricotta filling: 1 cup soy yogurt [...]
