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 [...]
Irish Vegan Farmhouse Soup
This is a simple down to earth soup, filled with wholesome good vegetables and flavor. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 large onion, peeled and cubed 1 rutabaga, peeled and cubed 1-2 carrots, peeled and cubed 1-2 turnips, peeled and cubed 1 parsnip, peeled and cubed 1 leek, washed and sliced 3/4 cup barley 2 bay [...]
Beet, Parsnip and Apple Soup
This is a delicious and colorful soup we enjoyed on a grey winter’s day. It would also make great soup shots for a party or as an appetizer. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 med. large beets, washed, peeled and chopped 2 large parsnips, washed, peeled and chopped 1 large apple, peeled, cored and chopped 1 [...]
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, [...]
Pumpkin Mango Soup with Chopped Walnuts
We enjoyed this creamy smooth soup on a cold winter’s day. It has a lovely sweet mild flavor and is full of vitamins. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 medium pumpkin or winter squash (e.g. Hokkaido) 1 mango 2 tablespoons oil pinch cayenne 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 cups vegetable bouillon salt and pepper to taste nutmeg [...]
Marinated Kohlrabi
These are very tasty, crunchy little bites that are nice as an appetizer or served with drinks at a party. Yield: 2-3 cups Ingredients: 2 kohlrabi 1 tablespoon + pinch salt, divided 1/4 cup olive oil 2 organic lemons 1 tablespoon agave syrup 1 small onion 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives, tarragon, dill), chopped [...]
Parsnip Pumpkin Soup with Seitan Pieces
This is a very hearty and filling soup. It tastes particularly nice on a cold day. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds pumpkin or squash 1 pound parsnips 2 medium onions 2 cloves garlic 4 sprigs thyme 2 vegetable bouillon blocks 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar 12-14 ounces prepared seitan [...]
Escarole Soup with Great Northern Beans and Falafel Balls
This was a light, yet filling hearty soup. We really enjoyed yesterday. We have been growing escarole (broad-leaved endive) for the first time at the garden this year. It is a good salad to grow over the cold winter months. We’re looking forward to more recipes using this escarole. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 can/jar [...]
Roasted Fall Veggie Bruschetta with Kale, Sage and Chive Pesto
This is a really delicious pesto and also a good dip for veggies. We will have the rest of it tonight with home-made crackers and black radish chips. Yield: 12-16 slices Ingredients: 3 cups fresh kale, washed and chopped 8-9 fresh sage leaves, washed and chopped small bunch of chives, washed and chopped 2-3 cloves [...]
Tomato and Avocado Salsa Bruschetta
These make a great lunch, a good sack or lovely finger foods for a party. It’s a quick and easy recipe that is tasty anytime of the day. Yield: 12 slices Ingredients: 1 baguette 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 3-4 medium tomatoes 2 avocados 1 small onion splash lemon juice salt and pepper vegan cream cheese [...]
Comforting Celeriac Soup
This is a comfort food at it’s best. A thick porridge type of soup, which is mild in flavor, yet warming and filling. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegan margarine 1 celeriac, peeled and chopped 1 large leek, white parts, sliced 1 medium white onion, chopped 1 medium large potato, peeled and chopped 2 [...]
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Soup
This is a vegan soup version of that tasty and popular artichoke spinach dip. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup onions, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 can artichoke hearts in water, drained and chopped 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup dry white wine 4 cups vegetable [...]
Orange Pumpkin Carrot Soup with Ginger and White Wine
This is a delicious hearty soup with the flavors of autumn that we joyed for lunch today. Servings: 2-3 Ingredients: 1 small pumpkin or red kuri squash, de-seeded and cut into chunks 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 shallot, chopped 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and sliced [...]
Mini Puff Pasty Bites with Vegan Cream Cheese and Blueberry Pear Marmelade
This tasty and easy to make treat was perfect for a mid-afternoon sack and would also make a nice appetizer. Yield: 12 mini bites Ingredients: 4 sheets frozen vegan puff pastry, thawed 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese 1 jar blueberry pear marmelade Mint leafes Directions: Pre-heat the ben to 425 F or whatever is [...]
Carrot and Bell Pepper Soup
This mild and flavorful soup was lovely for lunch today. Any ripe bell pepper is nice, this time we used yellow bell peppers. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4-5 large carrots, peeled and chopped 3 large ripe bell peppers (we used yellow this time, red is also nice) 1 onion, peeled and chopped 2 cloves garlic, [...]
Zucchini Soup
This is a lovely light soup for the summer that we enjoyed for lunch. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4-5 cups zucchini, finely grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 4-5 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cups water 1/2 bunch basil, leaves picked, washed and chopped salt and pepper to taste vegan Parmesan as garnish [...]
Yellow Beet and Pear Soup with Walnuts
This is the first year we have grown yellow beets. They are so delicious. We can’t wait to grow more next year. This is a lovely light soup. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3 medium large yellow beets 2 tablespoons oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 3-4 ripe pears 2 cups vegetable bouillon [...]
Beet and Rhubarb Soup
This was a lovely soup today. It was slightly sour, the rhubarb flavor was not so evident. But the mixture of all the flavors together was quite refreshing and filling. Servings: 3-4 Ingredients: 2 large beets 2 cups rhubarb 2-3 cups water 2 vegetable bouillon cubes 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon dash cayenne pepper or Tabasco salt [...]
Sunchoke Soup
Sunchokes are also known as Jerusalem artichokes or topinambour. The plant is a species of sunflower native to eastern North America and quite easy to grow. Sunchokes are great raw in salads, make a delicious soup as this one or a delicious gratin. Yield: 4 Ingredients: 1 lemon (to keep veggies from browning while cutting [...]
Cabbage, Chestnut and Apple Galette
This is a very tasty winter meal. We enjoyed it as a main meal, it would also be good as an appetizer or for a brunch. Yield: 1 galette Ingredients: for the dough: 1 & 3/4 cups AP flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup vegetable shortening such as coconut oil or vegan margarine 3/4 cup [...]
Vegan Tomato Artichoke Soup
This nice soup was very tasty today. It’s a quick soup to prepare and very easy to make. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 28 oz can tomato-vegetable juice (such as V8) 15 oz can artichoke hearts 1 cup vegetable bouillon 1/2 – 1 cup soy yogurt 2 tablespoons vegan margarine 1 large onion 1 clove garlic [...]
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 [...]
Ratatouille Bruschetta
Here is another tasty way to enjoy ratatouille. These are quick and easy to make. They are best warm, but could also be served as finger food at a party. Yield: 24 bruschetta slices Ingredients: 1 eggplant, cut in small pieces 1 red bell pepper, de-seeded and cut in small pieces 1 medium zucchini, chopped [...]
Celery Root and Pear Soup
We really enjoyed this mild creamy soup today for lunch. Both celery root (celeriac) and pears are in season now. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil 1 medium celery root (celeriac), trimmed and chopped 2 medium onions, chopped handful chives, minced 1 teaspoon thyme 4 cups vegetable bouillon 3 pears, peeled, cored and cut [...]
