February 2012
14 posts
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Anonymous asked: Any suggestion for organic tea?
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Fresh Thai Sriracha
Ingredients
1 pound red jalapenos, stemmed and roughly chopped
8 medium cloves of garlic, peeled
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons palm sugar
2 teaspoons Kosher salt
Directions
Place jalapenos, garlic, water, vinegar, sugar, and salt in the jar of a blender and puree until very smooth.
Transfer mixture to a mesh strainer set atop of a medium saucepan. Strain mixture into...
nanilife asked: how do you get your vitamin D?
terrabellum asked: Tofu is the sponge of food, it absorbs anything you put on it. Soy sauce is a must try classic.
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alexandraunruh asked: My favorite way to eat uncooked tofu is as a tofu "egg" salad! Just crumble tofu and mix with veganese (or another vegan mayo), a little mustard, some chopped celery and salt and pepper. You can add other things like carrots, raisins, apple, etc. to your taste! Quick, easy and delicious. Serve on a bed of lettuce or between two slices of toast.
alissathesquib asked: For previous the tofu-curious asker, I love cutting my tofu into thin even blocks and pan frying it. I also have experimented somewhat successfully with breading and There are an unlimited number of delicious possibilities!
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equalityhappinessamy asked: any good easy tofu recipes? Im 14 and need to make something for myself for dinner, has to be easy and yummy, nothing too complicated thanks!
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Vegan Cookie Dough Truffles
I’ve posted a lot of savory/salty dishes lately, so this one’s for all of us with a sweet tooth! Plus, it’s interesting to have a cookie dessert that doesn’t involve the oven.
Ingredients
½ cup vegan margarine
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons water
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup semisweet mini...
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Garbanzo Stew with Peanut Rice
As promised, I am posting my all-time favorite vegan recipe! It’s easy to make, it’s extremely healthy, it looks beautiful, it is consistent every time I make it and is amazing left over. It’s a curry dish without being too strong on the curry flavor and it’s not quite a “stew” in the way you’d think (less soup-like). The peanut rice is wonderful by...
alltheveganthings asked: Hi there! Just wondering, if you had to pick, what's your favorite recipe?
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Vegetable Korma
I’ve been in the mood for something warm and a little heavier lately, so this seemed to fit the bill.
Ingredients:
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon shredded ginger
1 tablespoon coriander powder
...
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Quick and Easy Vegan: Naan
Ingredients:
1 cup bread flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
2/3 cup water
extra flour for rolling
Directions:
Whisk together the bread flour, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl.
Add the water and stir. Then knead with your hands for a minute or two. If dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
Dough should be smooth and elastic. Divide into 4 balls.
Roll out each ball...
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Dried Apples
I never realized it was this easy!
Ingredients:
apples
lemons
water
Directions:
Slice as many apples as you would like into pieces 1/4″ thick or less. They can be as wide or long as you like. You may also peel them, or leave the peel on. I chose to leave the peel on and they came out great.
Soak the apples in a mixture of equal-parts lemon juice and water. The lemon juice not only preserves...
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Eating Vegan in San Juan, Puerto Rico
I just got back from an inspiring trip to Puerto Rico and it was a remarkable place full of sand, water, history and culture. I had never been there before and so I wasn’t quite sure how the vegan dining would pan out, but armed with a shoulder bag of trail mix, I jumped off the plane hoping for the best. I should mention that my time there was limited to the city of San Juan and was only...
January 2012
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Larabar giveaway →
I just got back into the country from a really interesting trip and wanted to post really quickly to share a link with you all. Reading up on palm oil, I’m learning more about how nasty the stuff is for the environment. So much so, that Vegan Skinny Bitch is doing something about it! So, take a look at her blog to read about her petition to get palm oil out of Clif bars and for the chance to...
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Quick and Easy Vegan: Spinach & Adzuki Beans
This recipe is quick in prep time, but takes 2 minutes of planning ahead. For an even quicker version, see my note below.
Ingredients 1/2 cup adzuki beans, sorted, rinsed well, drained 1 3/4” piece ginger, peeled and grated 1 10 oz. pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed 1 1/2-2 T. tamari Sea salt Method 1. Place beans, in large saucepan with enough cold water to cover by a...
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Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
This has become a staple in my kitchen. It’s easy to make and is delicious, even for people who don’t like quinoa!
Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed if canned 1 1/2 Tbls. red-wine vinegar 1 1/2 cups cooked corn 3/4 cup green or red bell pepper, finely chopped 2 pickled jalapeno chilies, seeded and minced (I use 2-3...
shoutpeace asked: I know this isn't a question, but I just wanted to tell you this: I really enjoy your blog. I greatly appreciate you posting vegan recipes & other "vegan-related" things. I'm not vegan, but I hope to be someday (once I'm done with high school & can get the nutrition I need on my own). I love to cook & bake (I'm currently a baking & pastry class at...
Anonymous asked: Your blog is amazing! Just moved in with a vegan and I am vegetarian transitioning to vegan, we pick a recipe every week from you and try it out. Keep 'em coming!
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Marinated Tofu & Basmati Rice Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup brown basmati rice, uncooked 4 Tbls. canola oil 3 Tbls. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 to 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1/2 Tbls. ginger root, freshly grated (I use a little more) 1 lb. tofu, firm 1 cup peas, (if fresh, lightly steam; if frozen, just thaw under water) 1 carrot, coarsely grated 2 to 3 Tbls. green onion, minced (null) several grinds of black pepper...
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Meatless in the Midwest: Pretty awesome, really
Yesterday, the New York Times published an article called Meatless in the Midwest: A Tale of Survial in which the author, A.G. Sulzberger, basically rakes Kansas City (a mere 40 minutes from my desk) over the coals for being non-vegetarian friendly while perpetuating the ignorant, meat-hungry stereotype of Midwesterners. I was about to just let it go for being completely inane (a rarity for the...
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Going Vegan in 2012
Happy New Year, everyone! I hope the holidays were great for all of you and that 2012 has started out with a bang.
I thought I might post a few tips for those people whose New Year’s resolution included “going vegan” in 2012. These also are good reminders for those of us who’ve been doing it for a while, too!
1) Start gradually. I think there’s a common...
December 2011
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Happy Holidays!
I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday full of compassion for all things (yes, that includes those certain hard-to-love relatives!)
Best wishes,
Dave
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Vegan Spinach Dip
Looking for something to bring to your next holiday potluck? This dip tastes great, is easy and always goes fast!
Ingredients
1 container Tofuti Sour Supreme
1 c. soft tofu crumbled with fork
3 green onions, chopped
1 pkg. Knorr Vegetable Soup, Dip & Recipe Mix
1 pkg. frozen spinach, thawed and drained
Directions
In medium bowl stir spinach, Tofuti Sour Supreme, soft tofu, Knorr...
designtraveletc asked: Hi, thanks for your answer to my soup question! I recently read an interesting article today on 'The conversation edu au' site called 'Ordering the vegetarian meal, theres more animal blood on your hands' that has really got me thinking. One of the reason I became vegetarian is because I thought it was better for the local environment and local wildlife but it seems, according...
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Spicy Seitan Buffalo Wings
With the holiday season in full swing and lots of sports on TV, there are plenty of opportunities to serve up some party food! This just might be what you’re looking for…
Seitan Ingredients 1⁄2 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1⁄2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt 1⁄2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder 1...
November 2011
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"Feel Better" Ginger Tea
As promised, here is my recipe for a ginger tea that I like to drink as soon as I start feeling a cold come on. It’s not the most delicious brew (although I’ve grown to really like it), but it seems to give my system a jolt when needed. Also, please note that I’m no doctor, so if you’re feeling bad, you should always check with your health care professional!
Ingredients...
designtraveletc asked: A questions that has been on my mind for a while is, what soup do you make/eat when your sick? For omnivores it has always been recommended that you eat chicken soup but I am not sure what is recommended to vegans for when they fall ill. Thanks.
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So you're Vegan on Thanksgiving
Let’s face it, Thanksgiving can be a bittersweet holiday for vegetarians and vegans. I’ve always liked the idea of celebrating the harvest season, conjuring up images in my mind of golden wheat fields, mountains of potatoes, and brightly colored squash. On top of that, it’s a relaxing time where family and friends come together and engage with each other in a world where we...
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Some Thanksgiving Ideas
We’re all getting ready for a few days off this week and for a lot of us, that means planning a Thanksgiving meal! I’ve pulled together a few of the recipes that I’ve posted in the past that are great for the holiday in case you’re looking for some vegan Thanksgiving inspiration!
Main Dishes:
Stir Fried Winter Squash and Tofu with Soba
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Spicy...
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Hearty Holiday Main Courses for Vegans →
Here’s an article from the NY Times featuring 3 amazing holiday recipes from Chloe Coscarelli including
Curried Lentil, Squash and Apple Stew
Country ‘Meatloaf’ With Golden Gravy
Pumpkin Tiramisù.
Just in time for next week’s feast!
“Service to me is simple: doing something that improves life besides your own. This is not the same as philanthropy. Philanthropy is the altruistic concern for the well-being of mankind–human life. Human life and comfort have long been focused on to the exclusion of the environment and the rest of the food chain, hence our current race to imminent extinction. Serves us right. The world does...
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Cauliflower and Chickpea Stuffed Pumpkin
With Thanksgiving fast approaching, I’m always on the lookout for new holiday foods to try. This one looks delicious and would make a nice centerpiece on your table!
hollow out a large pumpkin.
put on to boil 2 cups wild rice.
break apart 1 head cauliflower, place in a pan and drizzle on olive oil. bake at 450F for 20-30 minutes, or until they start slightly browning.
prepare 3 cups...
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Autumn Stew
Ingredients
1 large white onion, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
28-ounce (large) can whole, peeled tomatoes — with juice
29-ounce (large) can of pumpkin
2 cans low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup red lentils
1 can chickpeas
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup autumn spiced beer of your choice (or water)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground...
October 2011
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Veganism Debunked →
Here’s a good rundown of some of the myths surrounding Veganism. Is Brad Pitt really vegan? Who knew?!
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Cooking Science: Baking with SunButter
I have a peanut allergy in my family, so I’m acutely aware of recipes with peanuts in them. SunButter (sunflower seed butter) has been a total lifesaver, but I haven’t experimented much with it in baking. Apparently, the sunflower seeds harmlessly react with baking soda and can turn your baked goods green. This is a great discovery and just in time for Halloween, no less!
From the...
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Young vegetarians: Getting the nutrition they need →
This is a great, encouraging article from CNN about younger people becoming vegetarian and vegan. It’s a quick read and would be a good one to email to any uncertain parents out there (*wink, wink*).
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/21/health/young-vegetarians-nutrition/index.html
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Harvest Tart With Pumpkin, Roasted Red Peppers and...
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds pumpkin, preferably cheese pumpkin, or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and coarsely grated (4 cups)
2 1/4 teaspoons fine sea salt (14 grams)
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (552 grams), more for dusting
3/4 cup plus 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (223 grams), more for greasing
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1...
psycho-strawberry asked: do you only support vegan food?
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Adzuki Butternut Squash Soup
Fall has finally arrived and I’ve been craving hot soups and winter veggies, so this recipe fits the bill perfectly!
“If you like a bit more smoky heat, add more chipotle pepper to taste toward the end. You can use 1-2 chopped red bell peppers in place of the tomatoes here. You could certainly use a vegetable stock here in place of the water, but be sure to scale back on the added...
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Apple Pie
After this evening’s news about Steve Jobs, I thought I’d post my favorite apple pie recipe as an homage to the late visionary.
Ingredients
6 large apples (Granny Smith are great), cored and sliced
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 -2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp cinnamon
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pie crust (to save time, there are some vegan store-bought ones if you look)
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Salsa Lizano
Salsa Lizano or “The best sauce you’ve probably never heard of!”
I have some family traveling down to Costa Rica right now and that reminded me that I wanted to share one of my favorite condiments of all time with you. It’s a Costa Rican sauce called “Salsa Lizano” and it’s amazing. The best way to describe it is vinegary, sort of sweet, with a hint of...
September 2011
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xiorawr asked: Any recipes for high cholesterol?
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orangesalad asked: Most of the time I'm only cooking for myself and sometimes for my boyfriend (read: 1-2 people). So if the recipe (like the butternut apple soup recipe u just posted) calls for 1tbsp or 1/2tsp of smth and it serves 6 people, how do i proportionately downscale it to serve for 1-2 people? thanks.
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Butternut-Apple Soup
Butternut-Apple Soup (Recipe by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, “Appetite for Reduction”)
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium-sized onion, diced small
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 pound red apples, peeled, cored and...
lisa-and-amy asked: Maybe 'delicatebehaviour' who is wishing to transition from vegetarian to vegan should do some 'homework' and read some books like The Thrive Diet by Brendan Brazier and The China Study by T. Colin Campbell, or better yet give the books to the parents to read about why it is healthier to go vegan and how to do it. Their information is sound and scientifically based.
delicatebehavior asked: I am a senior in high school and became vegetarian in April, and one of my friends recently went from Vegetarian to Vegan. I've been thinking about it and I want to do it, but I'm nervous I won't be able to eat healthy/ have enough diet variety. Also my Mom has supported me being vegetarian, but she does NOT support me being vegan, and she's the one paying for my already...