Barley, Walnut and Pear Salad with Raisins
Barley is one of our favorite grains and it is especially nice as a salad. The walnuts and pears tasted lovely and the dressing brings out each of the flavors. We really enjoyed this salad. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the salad: 1 cup barley 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted 1 pear, peeled, cored [...]
Fluffy Wholewheat Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup
Start your Valentine’s Day in a special way with light and fluffy wholewheat pancakes with strawberry syrup. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: for the pancakes: 2 cups wholewheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup soy milk 1/2 – 3/4 cup water 2 tablespoons agave or maple syrup 1 capful [...]
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, [...]
Vegan Wholewheat Walnut Sage Scones with Maple Glaze
These tasty scones or biscuits were perfect. We enjoyed them as a mid afternoon snack with tea. They would also make a lovely brunch. They’re slightly sweet yet, not too much so, crunchy from the walnuts and the hint of sage adds depth. Yield: 4 scones Ingredients: for the scones: 1/2 AP flour 1/2 cup [...]
Sweet Spicy Pumpkin Salad
This is a great salad. It’s quick and easy to make, and really tastes delicious. You may want to make a double portion as it will disappear quickly. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 large red onion, sliced thinly 1 tablespoon oil 1 & 1/2 lb. pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and cubed handful Italian parsley, [...]
Parsnip Risotto with Beet and Walnuts
This was a very tasty meal we enjoyed today. The parsnip risotto is nice but when you add the beets with it, it really becomes special. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 medium onions, chopped 4 medium large parsnips, peeled and cut in chunks 1 & 1/2 cups risotto rice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup [...]
Celeriac and Artichoke Soup
This is a quick and easy vegan version of an old Vegetarian Times recipe. It’s very tasty, especially on a cold winter’s day. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil 2 shallots, chopped 1 medium celerac (celery root), about 1 pound 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered 2-3 cups vegetable stock 1/2 – 1 [...]
Sauteed Apples Filled with Sweet Chestnut Puree
This is a very nice treat. We really enjoyed this today. The sweet chestnut filling tastes lovely with the apple, and just a touch of sour with the agave citrus sauce. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup water 2 teaspoons vanilla 2-3 tablespoon sugar 1 & 1/2 cups prepared chestnuts, chopped 2 apples 1 tablespoon [...]
Gnocchi with Kale & Beans
This recipe with gnocchi, fresh kale and white beans makes a very hearty and filling winter meal. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oi 1 package gnocchi, (16 ounces) 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 6 cups chopped kale, large rid removed and leaves finely chopped 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes [...]
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 [...]
Eggplant Lentil Stacks
This makes a very filling hearty meal for a cold winter’s day. the lentils go very nicely with the eggplant and the so cheese is a great addition. We enjoyed the fresh basil leaves as a touch of green and the basil tasted very nice with the rest of the flavors as well. Serving Size: [...]
Pumpkin Apple Raisin Salad with Walnuts
This is a very tasty salad that we enjoyed today. We used a red kuri also known as Uchiki Kur pumpkin. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the dressing: 4 tablespoons walnut or pumpkin seed oil 1 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon sweet grainy mustard 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1-2 tablespoons syrup (maple, agave, or fruit) [...]
Vegan Holiday Recipes 2011
Also this year we present you a collection of our vegan recipes, especially selected for holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s Eve. Appetizers and Finger Foods Chestnut and Mandarin Orange Salad with Maple Soy Dressing Fig and Artichoke Bites with Soy Cheddar Ratatouille Bruschetta Walnut Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Crispy Coconut Crusted Tofu with Mango [...]
Italian TVP Balls with Spinach on Rice
This makes a very good winter main meal. It’s both warming and filling. Ingredients: for the Italian TVP Balls: 1 cup tvp 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon powder pinch salt pinch garlic powder 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce 1 onion, chopped 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs 1 cup boiling water for the Italian tomato sauce: [...]
Vegan Cranberry Apple Muffins
These tasty muffins turned out great. I was so pleased, we really enjoyed them. They are quick and simple to make, yet disappear almost instantly. Yield: 12 Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon [...]
Artichoke Hearts, Jerusalem Couscous Salad with Pecans
Jerusalem or Israeli couscous has become one of our favorite forms of pasta for salads. They are nice sized little balls that combine well with a variety of ingredients. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 can artichoke hearts, drained, halved and quartered 1 cup pecans, toasted 1 cup large couscous (e.g. ptitim, also known as Israeli [...]
Dried Fruit Filled Apple Dumplings with Vegan Caramel Sauce
These apple dumplings are a simple yet very tasty dessert or treat. They are best fresh from the oven or served warm. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4 apples 9 frozen puff pastry squares, thawed (2 per apple plus one for decorations) 1/2 cup dried fruit mix – raisins, dried cherries, dried cranberries, goji berries or [...]
Polenta with Chestnuts and Wild Mushrooms
The chestnuts with mild mushrooms over polenta slices are a tasty and easy to make meal to enjoy. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 red onions, chopped 1 & 1/2 lb. mixed mushrooms,cleaned and chopped 8 ounces prepared chestnuts, chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste 5-8 sage leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons tamari [...]
Baked Parsnips with Madeira
This is an elegant sort of gratin. It is very tasty and would make a nice holiday side dish. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 lb. parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks 2 fl.oz. Madeira or Dry Sherry 4fl.oz. soy cream 2 ounces vegan margarine or olive oil salt and ‘white’ black pepper 2o oz walnuts, [...]
Easy Quince Tart
Quince are a new treat that we have recently discovered and next year we are going to plant a quince tree in our garden. Serving Size: 4 Yield: 1 tart Ingredients: 4 sheets frozen vegan puff pastry, thawed 3 quinces, peeled and sliced in thick slices 3/4 cup water 2 cups sugar 1 vanilla bean, [...]
Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts and Pears
This side dish would be a tasty addition to any meal. The mixture of flavors and textures is very nice. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. Brussels sprouts 1-2 pears, peeled and cut 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped 2 tablespoons walnut oil 1 tablespoon fine olive oil 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon sherry [...]
Chestnut and Mandarin Orange Salad
This salad has a delicious mixture of flavors as well as colors and textures. It would make a lovely addition to any holiday menu. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 & 1/2 lb. prepared chestnuts, chopped 1 small can mandarin oranges 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave 2 tablespoons lime [...]
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 [...]
Tropical Sauerkraut Salad with Mango and Avocado
This is a delicious salad combining the flavors of fall and summer. The sauerkraut is really lovely with the mango, avocado and apple. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 18 ounces sauerkraut 1/2 sweet red bell pepper 1 red chili pepper 1-2 fresh sweet apples 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 ripe mango 1 ripe avocado 2 limes [...]
