Spinach al la Provence
This lovely dish tastes as great as it looks And, despite the instructions, it is quite easy to make and assemble. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 1 red onion, sliced thinly 1 red bell pepper, de-seeded and sliced in thin strips 1 yellow bell pepper, de-seeded and sliced in thin strips 1/2 cup soy yogurt 1 [...]
Apricots Filled with Almond and Cranberry Soy Ricotta
These lovely apricots would make a very nice addition to any party. The can be used as a vegan tapas, finger food or an appetizer. Yield: 2 doz. Ingredients: 1 pkg. dried apricots 1 cup soy yogurt 2 tablespoons cashew nut butter 2 tablespoons amaretto or almond extract 2 tablespoons ground or chopped almonds 1/8-1/4 [...]
Zucchini Roll-ups with Nutty “Ricotta” Filling
This is a lovely tasty appetizer, or can also be finger food at a party. The nutty filling is delicious with the marinated zucchini slices. Yield: 8 roll-ups Ingredients: 1 zucchini sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil splash lemon juice pinch salt for the vegan ricotta filling: 1/4 cup soy yogurt 2 tablespoons cashew butter (white-raw) [...]
Raspberry Parfait
This is a light and refreshing treat on a hot summer’s eve. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2-3 pints raspberries total 1 container (about 1&1/2 cups) plain soy yogurt 1-2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar for the sauce: 2 pints raspberries splash lemon juice 1/2 cup sugar 2-3 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons cornstarch (if [...]
Belgian Waffles with Cherry Sauce and Vegan Cream Cheese
These lovely waffles made a special treat a tea time last Sunday. As the cherry season has not quite begun, we used cherry pie cherries in syrup. But soon, we’re looking forward to enjoying these with fresh cherries. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 container of plain soy yogurt 1 tablespoon of raw cashew butter 1 [...]
Chinese Velvet Corn Soup
There are many versions of Chinese Velvet Corn Soup. This one is very simple and quite tasty. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil 1 onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns [optional] 1 & 1/2 teaspoons salt 3 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen) 1 cup soy yogurt 2 teaspoons sugar 3 tablespoons dry sherry 1 & [...]
Perikles’ Baked Spinach and Mushrooms
When we were in Cologne in April, we enjoyed this very special meal served to us by Perikles at the brewery pub Em Kölsche Boor. Although it was just spinach and mushrooms, it was a very generous serving and we were both really satisfied. We have recreated it here for your enjoyment as well. Serving [...]
Spinach and Vegan Ricotta Spaghetti
This is a very tasty and satisfying meal. We’re looking forward to having it more often, especially when our own organic spinach is ripe. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 14 oz. wholewheat spaghetti 400 gram bag fresh spinach, washed 3 Tbs. olive oil 3-4 cloves garlic, finely sliced raisins 2 splashes lemon juice 2 oz. pine [...]
Lemon Raspberry Cake
So pretty in pink, this lemon, raspberry cake is very easy to make. Last year we had a very good year for raspberries, we froze many which gave us the chance to enjoy this lovely cake now. Ingredients: for the cake: 1 cup plain soy yogurt 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp. [...]
Red Cabbage Tarts
These tasty tarts were great as a side dish, they would also be good as appetizers or served at a buffet. The soy ricotta makes them especially flavorful. Yield: 6 individual tarts Ingredients: 500 grams red cabbage and apples, cooked 6 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 100 grams pine nuts, toasted 1/2 cup soy yogurt [...]
Kiwi Lime Pie with Walnut Crust
Not too sweet and not too sour with a beautiful green color. With this kiwi-lime custard pie we celebrated National Pie Day on Jan. 23 (1/23). The walnut crust is especially tasty and goes nicely with the flavors of the limes and the kiwi. Yield: 9″ pie or tart Ingredients: for the crust: 100 grams [...]
Romanesco Clafoutis with Soy Ricotta
Romanesco is one of our favorite vegetables. Clafoutis is a baked custard, often a dessert, but also can be savory. As we often enjoy other vegetable tarts omelets or tortillas, I knew the clafoutis would lend itself to the romanesco also. Ingredients: 1 romanesco broccoli, separated into individual spirals 1 red onion, minced 450 grams [...]
Breaded Eggplant Rounds with Maranara Sauce and Basil Soy ‘Ricotta’
This is a simple version that is almost like eggplant parmesan. As the eggplant is baked, it has fewer calories and and absorbs no oil. The eggplant rounds can be served as a main meal for 2 or as appetizers at a party. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 1 eggplant, cut in 1/2 inch rounds 1/2 [...]
Uncheesy cassis cakes
The smooth rich taste of blackcurrant cheesecake. This lovely uncheesy cake was very easy to make and the taste was divine. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 1 & 1/2 cups plain soy yogurt, drained of water 2 Tbs. cashew butter 1-2 Tbs. powdered sugar 1 cup cassis (blackcurrant) jam 2 tsp. corn starch 20 vegan cookies [...]
Spinach and Fennel Soup with Soy Yoghurt and Chives
Fennel adds it’s lovely mild flavor to this nice fresh spinach soup, very nice indeed. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic finely chopped 3 baby fennel bulbs, chopped 1 Tbs. fennel seeds, ground 600ml ml vegetable stock (1 pint) 100 grams baby spinach (3 1/2 oz), [...]
Mango and vegan cream cheese Danish
These were the best, and so easy to make! They were lovely with the mango, but I also look forward to trying them throughout the season as all the various fruits become ripe. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 1/2 mango, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 cup plain soy yogurt 1 [...]
Savory waffles with herbed sauce
We really enjoyed these savory waffles. Not always do we want something sweet in the morning and these were perfect. I used thyme, fennel, parsley, chives and lemon balm but you could use any that you have on hand, growing in the yard or enjoy. Yield: 8 waffles Ingredients: for the waffles: 1 & 3/4 [...]
Lentil chili
This was a new way for us to enjoy chili by using the lentils. It was very tasty and warmed us well on a chilly spring evening. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 cup dry lentils (I used brown) 1/2 cup TVP (reconstituted) 1 onion, chopped 1 med. carrot, cut in small pieces 3 Tbs. olive [...]
Spinach and lentil patties
These patties really tasted great on a chilly, wet evening. We look forward to enjoying them more often, and no matter what the weather. Yield: 10-12 Ingredients: 10 ounces spinach, sauteed 1 cup Puy lentils, cooked 3 teaspoons curry powder 3 Tbs.gram flour (or wheat) 3 tablespoons bread crumbs salt and pepper to taste pinch [...]
Island escape smoothie
Monday morning breakfast kickoff with a great smoothie. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 cups vanilla soy yogurt 1 cup sliced mango 1 cup sliced and peeled papaya 1 tablespoon pina colada mix 1/4 cups kiwi 1/2 cups ice Directions: Place ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Notes: adapted from http://www.bustersrecipes.com/… Busters recipes has [...]
Red, white and brownies
Brownie with soy mascarpone and rhubarb sauce. Sweet, tart and creamy smooth, all combined in a very special dessert. Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 2 cups rhubarb pieces, fresh or frozen 3-4 Tbs. sugar 1/4 cup water splash lemon juice for the soy mascarpone 1 container (500 grams) about 1&1/2 cups plain soy yogurt 2 Tbs. [...]
Fruit raita
This nice fruit raita is especially lovely served with a spicy Indian meal. It can also be enjoyed as a spicy fruit salad. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup plain soy yogurt 1 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. garam masala 1 Tbs. maple, agave or corn syrup 1 small pineapple, cut in [...]
Spicy beet soup
This bright and healthy soup is delicious served hot or cold. It’s smooth and creamy, yet, hot and peppy. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 lbs. whole beets 1 & 1/2 cups vegetable bouillon 1 cup full-bodied red wine 2 cups water 2 tbs. soy margarine 1 white onion, coarsely chopped 1 tbs. dark brown sugar [...]
Vegan macaroni salad
Macaroni salad is so tasty for lunch, or an evening supper on a hot day. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 cup cooked macaroni (1 c uncooked) 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup spicy tofu pieces, cut in small cubes 1/2 cup soy cheese, cut in small cubes 1/ s cup [...]
