Recipezaar: Lactose-free,Beans recipes

Pan-Roast Lamb With White Bean Puree & Rosemary Jus

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 02:04:11 -0400

From "Ready Steady Cook" (Australia) tv show. Recipe by chef Manu Feildel. Serve with a green vegetable, like snow peas or green beans. -- posted by Lee_tah

Red Lentil and Apricot Soup

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 02:22:39 -0400

From the Essential Best Foods Cookbook: Recipes Featuring the Healthiest and Most Delicious Foods. Add an Indian flourish by swirling in cumin seeds sizzled briefly in hot oil. You can use additional chopped cilantro if you prefer to keep it practically fat free. -- posted by ~Jen~

Chickpea and Leek Miso Soup

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:50:40 -0400

A slight variation from a recipe from the South River Miso company. This is a great way to use up leftover brown rice, and makes a hearty soup. Can be made without rice for a lighter meal. -- posted by accordiondame

Black Bean Butternut Squash & Ham Pasta - Gluten/Lactose Fre

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:57:59 -0400

I came up with this recipe on my own when trying to find alternatives to the traditional wheat meat pasta dish. Plus.. these were the ingredients I had in the cupboard. -- posted by BethyBaby

Rice & Lentil Salad

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:55:50 -0400

My mother-in-law gave me this recipe. It's healthy and so delicious! I have to stop myself from eating the whole batch in one go! -- posted by Chef #905066

Chickpea Stew With Spinach and Chorizo

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:54:18 -0400

Sergi Millet in Food & Wine 2006: an entire year of recipes ---------- This stew, like many in Catalonia, starts with a sofrito, a thick sauce made with onions and tomatoes. Once you get the ingredients in the pot, theres not much to do besides enjoy the aroma wafting from this hearty stew as it slowly cooks. ---------- If you follow the recipe as written, allow for overnight soaking and 2.5 hours cooking of the chickpeas. If you use canned chickpeas instead, just throw them in at the proper time of the recipe. I used canned. Also, keep in mind that the chorizo is an active flavor ingredient, so you want some strong flavor: I used up leftover chicken and bacon instead, so I added some extra of the spices plus some cayenne to boost the flavoring of the bacon. I also threw a julienned potato in, but make sure it has time to cook. Frozen spinach works fine -- posted by Miss Emma

Garbanzo Tacos

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:44:01 -0400

This is a wonderful recipe that I've had tucked into my cookbook for years - I wish I knew where it originally came from! The garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) are an amazing meat stand-in; honestly, you don't even miss the grease once you give these a try! This is also a very cost-effective and easy way to prepare a meal, since garbanzos are cheap and readily available. I realize this is so simple as to border ridiculous, but it's so good, you just might forgive me! :) -- posted by *Lena*

Punjabi Rajma (Kidney Beans)

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 18:58:49 -0500

This is my version of a recipe from the Hare Krishna website(www.harekrsna.com). This site is a goldmine for Indian vegetarian recipes. I also love the fact that Hare Krishna cooking doesn't use garlic and onions (which I do love), but substitute Hing or asafoetida powder. It's great when you're too lazy to chop/cry while chopping, and hing has its own healthy properties. I believe it is supposed to be an anti-flatulent for one thing. This dish is sort of like an Indian bean chili (an oxymoron for some). I ate it mixed with some basmati rice I cooked in my rice cooker with a small piece of cinnamon stick and a couple of green cardamom pods. My husband ate it with tortilla chips the next day. Some of the elements of the recipe were vague in the original recipe, so use your judgement! The cooking time is just a guess, and depends on your taste. -- posted by Shalabhanjika

Vegan Lentil Barley Soup

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:04:24 -0500

This is a nice, light soup that is perfect for chilly days. The lentils and barley are very filling and very good for you. Perfect with a few slices of rustic/artisan/whole grain bread. -- posted by tendollarwine

Buffalo Chili

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:20:57 -0500

I made up this recipe to recreate the "Beefalo Chili" at a little burger joint that I frequent. Rich, mild and delicious. Lean 93/7 ground beef can be used in place of the buffalo if you can't find it. -- posted by SuperSpike

Zesty Black Bean Dip

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:47:44 -0500

Deliciously easy and healthy! Even the kids can't get enough. -- posted by JamiLeigh

Vegan Buffalo "chicken" Soup

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:54:55 -0500

I know it sounds weird, but it's absolutely delicious, and quite comforting on a fall or winter day. I had made a Buffalo Chicken Soup a long time ago, and started craving that recently, so I decided to "veganize" it. My husband said it tasted really close to the "real" thing. I'm proud of myself. -- posted by Prose

Tortas (Black Beans Chorizo Subs)

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:53:20 -0500

This is adapted from a recipe by Rick Bayless. Everytime I think about these subs I feel immediately hungry. -- posted by Engineer in the Kitchen

Cuban Black Bean Soup a La Beckstrom

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:10:42 -0500

My take on Cuban-style black bean soup -- posted by Chris Beckstrom

Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:12:21 -0500

A delicious and satisfying vegetarian version of Shepherd's Pie. For color, you can add diced carrots to the lentils as they cook. * The lentil cooking time is not included in this recipe. The lentils will take about an hour to cook, following package directions. -- posted by Chef #1045743

Lovely Lentils (Baby Food)

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:39:58 -0500

I have been making baby food and purees for the last 5 months. I love it and baby does too! I was confident baby would turn this recipe down but this is one of his absolute favorites! Credit goes to Annabel Karmel and her fabulous baby food ideas. After preparing a batch of this, I spoon portions into an ice cube tray, flash freeze, remove from trays and then store in bags in the freezer. Two cubes reheated is the perfect portion for a hungry nine month old -- posted by Hadice

Warm Refried Bean Dip

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:49:44 -0500

This recipe is a staple in our house for Mexican night. Very easy. Great to be eaten with chips, or, with a few more steps, NACHOS! p.s. I give credit to my talented step-dad, Paul. -- posted by selenite

Spicy Black Bean Soup

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:24:55 -0500

I found this in Gourmet Magazine -- posted by Stephen Shafer

Italian Butternut Squash and White Bean Soup With Greens

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:24:36 -0500

I clipped this from a magazine years ago and just now came across it again. As someone who is allergic to cow's milk, I'm always happy to find tasty, satisfying vegetarian soups that are dairy-free. Although I haven't tried this one yet, it looks so good I know that I will do so soon. :) Prep time does not include peeling, seeding and dicing the squash; you can save time and effort by buying peeled and cut butternut squash, which is available at some grocery stores (such as Trader Joe's). -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Stuffed Aubergines

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:46:34 -0500

Aubergines filled with chickpeas, raisins and a lightly spiced couscous -- posted by Vegan Kid

Hearty Navy Bean Soup

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:58:37 -0500

I really like Campbell's Bean and Ham soup, but it's not gluten-free. This recipe helps to satisfy that craving even tho' it isn't exactly the same. I pulled this recipe from a bonus pack from Taste of Home. It doesn't list who submitted the recipe. I added a couple of ingredients as well. -- posted by mfb

Lentils and Spinach

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:58:37 -0500

This is a very tasty dhal I got from my sister-in-law who got it from one of her cookbooks, I don't know which one. I'll update later when I get the name. -- posted by Chef #166044

Crock-Pot White Beans

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:33:20 -0500

This is a hearty & inexpensive recipe that is just delicious and best of all you can throw it in the old crock pot and leave it alone all day. Even a self proclaimed bean hater LOVED these beans so I hope you enjoy them too :) -- posted by Merry Cook

Buddha's Happy Belly: Curried Lentils, Cauliflower and Tomatoes

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:48:24 -0500

Reader Recipe (Susan Cava) from the Vegetarian Times. This is vegan and gluten-free. -- posted by EmilyStrikesAgain

Chipotle Chicken Stew

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:06:25 -0500

This was originally a recipe for the crock pot. I tend not to use my crock pot too often for meals because I'm away from home for more than 10 hours and I don't have one that can be programmed. I've adapted it to be made on the stove top, but you could still make it in the crock pot. Just put all the ingredients in your crock pot and cook on low for 7-8 hours (or 3 1/2-4 hours on high). -- posted by LARavenscroft

Slimming World Indian Rice

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:53:59 -0500

i mad a huge batch of this and froze it for lunches whilst im trying to get skinny you can throw whatver veg and stuff you want in it. i just threw in the easiest things that came to hand -- posted by pornstarbarbie

Ham, Bean and Pineapple Salad

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:59:15 -0500

A great salad for the lunchbox, and very popular with children as it is like a Hawaiian pizza! Pack with some pita bread, some fruit and some yoghurt. -- posted by peachy_pie

Country Hamburger Lentil Soup - Crock-Pot

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:39:57 -0500

I created this on a busy hockey weekend - I wanted something warm to come home to after spending a long day at the hockey rink. This was just the ticket... and I got to clean out my cupboards too! -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

Vegetarian Sausages

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:40:28 -0500

This is great simple recipe I found online. It is great for clearing out your fridge. I saute any misc veggies I have laying around such as mushrooms and spinach and add them to the mix. These can also be put into casings and refrigerated. The colder the rice the easier it will be coat in bread crumbs. I can't say how long because they never lasted longer than a day or so. The patties can be stuffed in pita bread or eaten like a sandwich. -- posted by Irish Fraulein

Sweet Southwestern Black Bean Soup

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:10:49 -0500

Easy, low fat, and delish black bean soup! Created for the first time today (1/16/09). My very first posted recipe! -- posted by Nifferlicious

Hearty Black Bean Chowder - Crock Pot

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:52:44 -0500

I'm not really sure what makes a chowder a chowder, but this is thicker than soup and not as thick as stew.... so I'm calling it a chowder. Throw it all together and 8 hours later, it's done! -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

Easy & Delicious Vegan Pitas

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:07:04 -0500

This is a delicious and easy to make recipe for completely vegan pitas. Even those who are non-vegans, vegetarians, and vegans will enjoy this tasty and healthy recipe. This is a very basic recipe, and other vegetables (mushrooms, green peppers, tomato, onion) can be added for extra flavor, depending on what you like. You can also use whatever kind or flavor of salsa you prefer. -- posted by SnowBeetle

Chickpea Pasta With Lemon

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:10:31 -0500

Modified from a recipe originally found at Real Simple; original recipe called for almonds and Parmesan cheese -- posted by Rainya Mosher

Lentil Soup W/Spicy Tomatoes & Rice

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:21:17 -0500

This is so simple I almost hate to post it, but if it helps someone with an easy lunch or even an easy dinner, then it's well worth taking the time to post it. This recipe was born out of the need to have something different for lunch. If you are following Weight Watchers, one serving is 4 points for 1 1/2 cups. -- posted by LARavenscroft

Vanilla-Almond Tofu Cream

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:25:03 -0500

Use as icing for cakes or cupcakes, or as a dip for fruit. So creamy and delicious, nobody will believe you if you tell them it has tofu in it! Adapted from Alex Jamieson's The Great American Detox Diet. You can use maple syrup, brown rice syrup, or any other sweet syrup in place of the agave nectar. -- posted by Prose

Creamy Mexican Bake

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:31:30 -0500

From 'recipes for a yummy tummy: lick your lips, help your hips' which came with this month's issue of the 'australian good taste' magazine. I haven't made this and if I were to do so, to meet my taste preferences, I'd omit the red chili and use regular not light cheese. If you decide to make this, do feel free to increase the heat if you want to! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Budget-Savvy Sang Choy Bow

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:46:37 -0500

One of several "sizzling sausages" in the current issue of the Australian magazine 'New Idea', this one a budget-savvy Sang Choy Bow which food editor Barbara Northwood has costed at $A1.83 per serve. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Belizean Rice and Beans

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:29:40 -0500

For my honeymoon, I went to Belize. As a vegetarian, I appreciated that every restaurant offered this dish. Besides being a complete protein, it tastes amazing and is simple to make! This version of the dish is credited to Elvi's Kitchen in Ambergris Caye. -- posted by The Bad Cook

Black Beans and Rice

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:43:00 -0500

This spicy recipe tastes so good, it's hard to believe it's healthy. It's convenient as a one-pot meal, but a cooling side dish such as fresh sliced mango or a cucumber salad would be good too. I use red pepper flakes because I don't like the acidity of fresh; instructions are included for fresh red pepper if you prefer. You can also replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian meal. -- posted by Danya01

Garlicky Spinach and White Bean Soup

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 01:37:12 -0500

From the Chicago Tribune: "Given its high water content and satiety value, eating an entree of soup is a good way to control your diet, and it can help you work in lots of vegetables. In this recipe, the beans provide plenty of fiber, a key to weight management." -- posted by EmilyStrikesAgain

Vegan Chilli

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 23:58:31 -0500

I make a batch of this every Sunday. Its just from my brain, pretty standard affair. You can serve this how you like. It makes about 1200g. I have 100g in a tortilla wrap for breakfast each day, which covers me up until Saturday morning. Add anything you like guacamole, spinach anything you like. -- posted by Kirien

Moroccan Chickpea Soup

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:13:50 -0500

My housemate had left some of this in a pan and, having intended to just have a taste, I gobbled up the leftovers! Such a nice flavour! Very easy, low calorie, and ready in 20 minutes. -- posted by Boo L

Ma Po Tofu With Spinach

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:18:51 -0500

Cubes of silken tofu simmered in a spicy sauce, with pork and spinach. This is my favorite, so I usually make a double recipe! -- posted by vitaminz

Spicy Lamb Chili

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:46:51 -0500

This chili really isn't that spicy, but it is good. We really like lamb and I was looking for some different ways to prepare it. Found this recipe on www.americanlamb.com and have adapted it to fit my allergies. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did. -- posted by LARavenscroft

Stuffed Shells With Tofu

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:11:05 -0500

Vegan Option to Traditional Stuffed Shells -- posted by Chef #1174593

Kidney Bean Veggie Burger W. Marsala Mushroom Sauce

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:42:58 -0500

Kidney Bean Veggie Burger w. Marsala Mushroom Sauce -- posted by Chef #1174593

Black Bean and Chile Stir-Fry Sauce - OAMC

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:11:40 -0500

Skip the high-sodium, low-taste soy sauce and make a big batch of this sauce instead. You can freeze individual servings into plastic baggies or an ice cube tray so that you can use it as needed. From "Can I Freeze It?" by Susie Theodorou. -- posted by Oenophilly

Hippocrates Health Lifestyle Sprouted Bean Soup

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:45:40 -0500

This delicious vegan bean soup is my creation from what I learned at the Hippocrates Health Institute. It has no sugar, nor salt. And it can be spicy if you like that. On a cold winter day it is great with avocado and scallions. It's very simple to make. -- posted by Hippocrates Health Lifestyle Recipes

Curried Red Lentil Sweet Potato Soup

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:18:17 -0500

This is a tasty, healthy, and kid-friendly soup that is easy to make. It was inspired by "Vegetarian Pleasures" by Jeanne Lemlin. See bottom of the directions for ways to improve on the kid-friendliness of this recipe. -- posted by GoodNurture

Fresh Fava Bean Salad

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:17:07 -0500

This is a delicate and tastful recipe with pungent and fresh flavors of Cilantro, Garlic, and Celery and will bring joy and freshness to your spring, you wont be disapointed!! -- posted by Chef Youketnuba #2

BBQ Baked Beans (Sugar-Free)

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 02:21:22 -0500

From The Allergy Self-Help Cookbook by Marjorie Hurt Jones, c. 2001. Commerically prepared baked beans can be a problem for people with allergies because they often contain sugar and corn syrup, plus ambiguous ingredients such as modified food starch and "natural flavoring." Slowly baking these beans contributes to their wonderful flavor and aroma. -- posted by NELady

Real Vegan Yoghurt Cheese

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:06:28 -0500

Unlike most types of vegan cheese this is real cheese. At least it's made just like the same kind of dairy cheese would be made. It is quite low in fat and has a texture like low-fat cream cheese. The taste is also similar though not very tangy so you might like to add some lemon juice to the cheese. Make sure you use real soya yoghurt made from live cultures as it might not otherwise work. If you would like a savoury cheese, it's usually all right to use sweetened yoghurt and add salt afterwards, but don't use a flavoured variety (like vanilla). Of course you can also make sweet versions of the cheese to use in frostings and desserts or just as a sweet spread. I've heard that real oat yoghurt is also available and I'm sure this recipe would work with that as well. -- posted by Goldcrest

Very Berry Delight (Non Dairy!)

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:10:54 -0500

This delicious pairing of chocolate and berries comes from the World's Healthiest Foods site. The silken tofu gives the chocolate a creamy texture without using heavy cream, making this a heathful alternative to most dessert recipes. NOTE: Cook time includes prep for the pudding and the berries; Prep time is the time to chill the prepared pudding. ALSO, if you use frozen berries, thaw and drain well before adding. You may want to save the juice from the thawed berries, and drizzle it over the top for extra flavor and nutrition. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Crock-Pot Baked Beans

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:39:24 -0400

If you simmer the beans and mix the ingredients the night before, it's ready to go when you leave for work! Modified from the Better Homes and Gardens New Crockery Cookbook. Leave out the pork for vegetarian, or substitute bacon or hot dogs. -- posted by Laura Meehan

New Haven Pasta E Fagioli

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:31:12 -0400

A favorite Italian soup for the crockpot. This is a flavorful and nutritious, easy and filling dinner. Serve with grated parmesan cheese and crusty Italian bread. Warning: this fills a 6 qt crockpot to the top! -- posted by Puppies777

Cannellini With Pork and Rosemary

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:49:47 -0400

I made this stew this past weekend for a party and everyone loved it! This recipe came from the December 2008 issue of Gourmet Magazine. This can be made up to 5 days in advance. I just love recipes that can be made far in advance, especially with flavors improving like this one! -- posted by Grace Lynn

Tofu Tikka Masala

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:47:13 -0400

A delicious vegan take on the meaty Indian dish. About medium spicy---adjust to suit your taste. Adapted (simplified) from Vegetarian Journal, Issue One, 2008. Cooking time includes marinating time. -- posted by Prose

Beet, Walnut, & Wheat Berry Salad With Cilantro Lime Vinaigr

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:27:22 -0400

This salad can be served as a main dish--it has a combination of grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds to provide complete proteins--or as a side dish. It is a versatile dish, too. You could easily swap out various ingredients to adjust it to your taste. For example, you could swap oranges for limes, rice for wheat berries, lentils for beans, parsley for cilantro, or roasted sweet potatoes for beets. -- posted by jo_mama

15-Minute White-Bean Soup

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:41:09 -0400

A tasty lunch for two, this recipe is from the December 2008 Everyday Food magazine. -- posted by SeaChelle

Vegan Chili

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:28:59 -0400

my almost famous vegan chili, everyone loves it a tin -- posted by Annabell B

Bean Salad

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:04:04 -0400

Using a variety of beans and other vegetables to make a delicious cold salad. Though I use these beans, you can substitute any other beans. sometimes I forget the tomatoes, sometimes my forgetfulness is intentional. ;-) You can serve immediately after making at room temperature or refridgerate for a different taste. Holds well in fridge for leftovers. -- posted by Chef JVDreamWorker

Refried Beans

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:21:47 -0400

This is my sister-in-law's recipe. It contains bacon and jalapeno. What's not to love? Everyone demands this at family gatherings. Read recipe to get an idea of the time it takes- soaking, cooking, etc... Servings is a guess. We always have this at large family gatherings- my mother will know. -- posted by minnie chef

Lemon Lime Hummus

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:51:06 -0400

This was the first hummus I made when I got my new food processor, and I'm never buying it at the store again! I got the recipe from PracticalYoga.tv and followed it exactly. I love the very fresh and bright flavors from the citrus fruits and how well the spices complement them. I eat it as a healthy snack on carrot and celery sticks. The original recipe notes: "If you are going to use the zest of a citrus fruit it is important that you buy organic, since the outside peel houses most of the pesticides." Note: Original recipe makes quite a lot. I usually halve the recipe for a week's worth of hummus for two. -- posted by ATouchofZing

Mideast Minestrone Soup (Shurbat Al-Khudar)

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:56:25 -0400

A delicious and hearty soup from Faye Levy's cookbook, "Feast From the Mideast: 250 Sun-Drenched Recipes from the Lands of the Bible". Makes 6 first-course or 3 or 4 main-course servings. -- posted by blucoat

Wild Quinoa Salad

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:45:22 -0400

Incredibly healthy and delicious little salad I came up with when I was feeling a lack of veggies and healthy grains in my life. It helps to cook the rice and quinoa ahead of time so they can chill in the fridge before you add the veggies and beans. Makes a large amount! -- posted by Chef #1248547

Quick Kidney Bean Soup With Savoy Cabbage

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:26:57 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. By Ana Patuleia Ortins from "Portuguese Homestyle Cooking". Per Ms. Ortins, "While you can use canned beans in a pinch, keep a watch on the sodium level. If time permits, use the less expensive and healthier method of presoaking dried legumes overnight, rinsing them then cooking them in unsalted water or broth and set aside until needed. You can do this a day or two ahead.. To have presoaked beans cook in your soup, add salt only towards the end when the beans are tender. Salting too early will result in tough beans." -- posted by KateL

Wendy Richard's Chili Recipe - the Best Chili Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:13:30 -0400

Are you ready for the BEST CHILI you've ever had? Only made this because I am a HUGE fan of Wendy Richard (MBE) who played "Miss Brahms" on "Are You Being Served" and she also played Pauline Fowler on "EastEnders". She recently passed away and printed her famous chili recipe on the back of her funeral program. (You can see a photo of that in here! Check out the photos for this recipe) I've had chili all over Texas and the South - I even made both recipes from "Throwdown with Bobby Flay" (both were VERY good) but I will tell you - hands down - THIS WOMAN'S RECIPE IS THE BEST CHILI I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY WHOLE LIFE! And when I say "THE BEST" I mean: "I am SO STUFFED I might explode - but I can't STOP eating this chili because it tastes so AMAZING". Ok? I tried to put it in the freezer - and ended up taking it out 10 minutes later and eating it again. Today I had it for breakfast on eggs, and lunch and dinner! Can't wait to have more tomorrow! I'm NOT sharing this batch with ANYONE! But I will share the recipe! VERY URGENT/IMPORTANT: THE WHOLE SECRET OF THE RECIPE IS IN THE SCHWARTZ BRAND CHILI MIX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Use any other brand and it will only be a 2-3 star recipe! If you are in the USA the "Schwartz" brand chili mix in this recipe can be ordered online from www.Distantbrits.co.uk or any other British food sites. PLEASE ONLY use "Schwartz" brand if you want this to come out a 5 STAR recipe- if you use any other brand, like "El Paso", "Chichi's" "Ortega" or "McCormicks" it will be disappointing because those 4 brands I just named are nothing but salt and chemicals with very little spices. I HAVE MADE THIS RECIPE WITH THOSE 4 OTHER BRANDS, JUST TO COMPARE -WHICH IS HOW I KNOW, IF YOU USE ANYTHING BUT SCHWARTZ - IT'S GOING TO BE A DISAPPOINTMENT. PLEASE TRUST ME - IT'S SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO WORTH IT TO SEND AWAY FOR THE SCHWARTZ BRAND, YOU CAN GET THE SCHWARTZ CHILI MIX IN 2 DIFFERENT HEATS: MEDIUM/MILD AND HOT. I PROMISE YOU - IF YOU ORDER THE SCHWARTZ AND DON'T THINK THIS WAS A 5 STAR CHILI - SEND ME AN EMAIL AND I'LL PAY YOU BACK FOR THE COST OF BUYING THE SCHWARTZ. OK? If you can't find the British "Schwartz" brand, send the lady at distantbrits.co.uk an email requesting it. Tell her which kind of heat you want., "McCormicks" brand in the USA is very disappointing - even the "hot", it's not spicy and the taste really is missing something important. I even tried adding more cumin, and fresh Jalepeno's but McCormicks - it's just NOT AS GOOD as Schwartz, so - if using McCormick's- please know - you've been forwarned: it's not going to be a 5 star chili. If you're in the UK - you should have no problem finding this product. ALSO - careful when ordered because the recipe calls for 4 Schwartz chili. That means chili MIX - NOT 4 bottles of chili powder!!!! (I say be careful because Schwartz also makes chili powder, and you don't need 4 bottles of chili POWDER for this LOL!) I used the HOT Chili Mix, but Wendy specifed "Mild". Get whatever heat you are comfortable with. Be FOREWARNED: If ordering the "Hot" - just because it's from England doesn't mean it's not as hot as you think. While it is the most delish chili mix, It is 5 ALARM Texas hot!!!!! And this is coming from a gal who drinks "Franks Red Hot" straight out of the bottle whenever I have a craving! The mild is "mild" and also extremely delish. Menier's Chocolate is VERY hard to find if you live in the USA. I could only find 1 place online that sells it (Distantbrits.co.uk) Otherwise, use a VERY DARK (Swiss is preffered). When you open the Menier - the actual chocolate says "Nestle", so I guess you could get bittersweet or semi-sweet Nestle. Just don't use Hershey (ugh!) When it smells ready - eat it. You don't HAVE to simmer for 3 hours, as directed by Wendy. (Personally, I couldn't wait that long, it smelled too good) It even tastes amazing room temp hours later! I promise you - if you make this recipe EXACTLY as is - with NO SUBSTITUTIONS ON THE CHILI MIX (you CAN make substitutions on the chocolate)- Your tastebuds will think you've died and gone to heaven. I can see why Wendy would leave such a fantastic Chili recipe on the back of her funeral program - people were probably begging her for years for this recipe. When I make this for the next Texas chili cook-off - this WILL win 1st place - and I will give Wendy Richard all the credit since it is her recipe. Huh! Who'd have thunk the best recipe for Chili would come from ENGLAND!?????!!!!!! R.I.P. Wendy - and I thank YOU for all the years you've made me laugh and cry and for the gift of this AMAZING Chili recipe! I will be entering it into contests in your memory! I also hope all the people here will make this and enjoy it and it becomes a family favorite! -- posted by BBCFan

Scrambled Tofu Pasta

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:45:44 -0400

This came about when I was preparing some scrambled tofu and remembered that I had a lot of cooked pasta in the fridge so I decided serve the tofu with pasta instead of bread toast. Amounts are approximate as I didn't measure, and cooking time doesn't include time for cooking the pasta. You can vary the recipe by adding other spices, herbs or vegetables; I just used what was at hand. -- posted by Goldcrest

Tofu Burgers

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:24:35 -0400

Good served on a bun with lettuce, tomato etc. May be reheated in the oven the next day if any are left over. Note the seasonings are approximate. -- posted by Jeri Roth Lande

Curried Vermicelli With Chickpeas

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:59:53 -0400

From "The PDQ Vegetarian Cookbook" by Donna Klein. The chickpeas can be omitted if desired. If you want the dish a little milder, halve the curry powder and chili paste amounts. I used regular canola oil in place of the peanut oil and the recipe seemed to turn out fine. I didn't use the pimiento -- posted by Chef #1109421

Black Bean, Avocado & Chicken Wrap

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:58:50 -0400

Clean Eating May/June 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Vegan Chocolate Strawberry Pudding

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:25:00 -0400

This is a fairly low-fat, low-calorie, low-carb recipe. It's safe for Phase 2 of the HcG / Simeons / Trudeau protocol. If you want it more natural tasting, switch out the calorie-free sweetener for sugar and the light tofu for regular tofu. -- posted by cooledskin

Chili Synergy

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:43:17 -0400

I had some leftover chuck meat and wanted to make chili. It seemed a natural match. I didn't want a Texas chili because I like beans, so I melded the two types. It takes a bit longer than making it with ground beef, but the flavor is superb. This is a traditional tomato-based chili with beans and a moderate amount of meat. If you want a meat lover's chili, use 2 pounds of chuck pieces and 1 1/2 pounds ground meat. The spice-heat level in this is light to moderate to my taste buds. If you know you are sensitive to spicy foods, reduce the pepper ingredients slightly. If you know you like things spicy, double them at the least and use a particularly spicy chili powder. -- posted by GFJane

Sticky Rice Wrapped in Bamboo Leaves (Joong or Zhongzi)

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:49:52 -0400

A soy-free version of the Chinese Sticky Rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves, known as Joong, or Zhongzi that are traditionally eaten in late Spring for the Dragonboat Festival. You can buy them at Asian supermarkets (like T&T here), and my husband's family makes them, but they all have ingredients my son can't have. Usually these have dried shrimp or scallop, mushrooms, nuts, soy sauce, 5-spice powder, chinese sausage and egg, but yummy as they are, these all make my son itchy, so I improvised! Special thanks to W.K. Leung for his pictorial description here: http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=88644 You may want to see the pictures of the various packages he uses. If you don't need to avoid all those ingredients, you'll probably want to follow his recipe, as this one is a little bland (shhh, don't tell my son...) Wrapping the dumplings is tricky - I had to watch a few different videos, and even then, my first one took about 20 minutes! Eventually I figured it out. My best ones ended up as somewhat rectangular pyramids, rather than the tetrahedrons I usually see. This is a fairly time-consuming project, most families make it a group activity! Preparation time below is for one person doing it all herself for the first time, with a little "help" from my little man, and does not include overnight soaking time. -- posted by vancouverlori

Smoky Beef-And-Bacon Chili

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:39:52 -0400

Copied from Sunset Magazine: "Bacon, fire roasted tomatoes, and spicy smoked paprika give this easy-to-make chili a deep, complex flavor. While it's great right after you make it, it's even better the next day. Serve with warm cornbread for a complete meal." -- posted by NurseAmbre

Chili Soup

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:28:22 -0400

This is not your typical chili, hence the name Chili Soup. My mom has made it since I was a kid. I have no idea where she got it. -- posted by taraph75

Dairy-Free Pizza Casserole

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:13:02 -0400

We get together with friends every week for dinner and one of them doesn't eat dairy. This recipe is based on Rosemary Black's "Make-Ahead Pizza Casserole" from the April 2009 issue of Parenting magazine. -- posted by Blue_Milkshake

Piyaz

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:32:25 -0400

This is an appetizer on the menu of a restaurant here in St. Louis called Aya Sofia. It's a cold bean salad, a traditional mediterranean dish. I loved it so much that I re-created it at home. The measurements are approximate, so adjust to your own taste. Time includes refrigeration. -- posted by St. Louie Suzie

Detox Bean Salad

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:54:16 -0400

I created this high protein salad to munch on for snacks, esp keeps me full before bed. As a figure competitor, I am required to eat clean and detox frequently, and this salad helps keep me feeling satisfied while eating reduced calories. I make a big batch and store it in the fridge to scoop out easily for lunches on the run. -- posted by 813277

Pumpkin and Chickpea Ratatouille

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:08:26 -0400

Recipe from Womens Weekly magazine and stated to be from the WW "Pantry" cookbook. A simple vegetarian recipe. Be sure to drain and rinse your chickpeas to get rid of the brine -- posted by **Jubes**

Chickpea and Couscous Salad

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:10:21 -0400

There's a little cafe close to where i live that makes this salad and it is absolutely divine! It tastes even better when its been made a day or so ahead as the dressing goes right through the salad, soaked up by the couscous and sultanas. This recipe does make quite a lot, we use it as a side dish and it feeds my family for a few nights! However, the recipe can easily be halved. Use vegetable stock powder to make vegetarian. -- posted by Hayley_11

Tomato and Chickpea Salad

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:09:23 -0400

This is a very filling and quick salad that can be made in a hurry to feed your vegan and non-vegan friends. I have seen similar recipes, but this one is my own invention. -- posted by Anya

Black Bean, Sweet Potato Chili

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:56:02 -0400

This recipe has a savory delicious taste and the avocados add a nice creamy texture! This is one of our family favorites! -- posted by GoodNurture

Savory Sausage Quick Skillet

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:30:41 -0400

This flavorful, low cost recipe is ready in the time it takes your rice to cook, about 30 minutes. High fiber with beans and brown rice. -- posted by Chef #1349514

Traditional Minestrone Soup (Easy and Delicious)

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:02:38 -0400

I came up with this recipe after I couldn't find a minestrone recipe that I liked. This one is very simple and delicious, with ingredients that are easy to find. But the great thing about minestrone is that you can use whatever you have on hand. And because the main ingredients are vegetables and beans you can adjust the recipe to fit any dietary needs such as vegetarian or low-sodium. -- posted by JoeyV

Wheat Free Vegan Sausages

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:03:26 -0400

These flavourful sausages have a nice texture and are really healthy. Perfect for barbecues, casseroles, breakfasts etc. Feel free to experiment with herbs and different types of beans. I fyou can't find quinoa flour, try substituting a different wheat-free flour. -- posted by the_allergic_chef

People Love This Hummus

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:43:10 -0400

i serve this hummus with veggies or pita bread triangles when I have people over. it is made completely from scratch so it takes some time to make but is easy and people go crazy for it. -- posted by krolek

Oma's Split Pea (Erwten) Soup

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:53:57 -0400

The closest I've come to my mother-in-law's absolutely delicious split pea soup. I've even converted a few friends who said they didn't like pea soup. With autumn in the air, it's the perfect time to start thinking about some good and hearty pea soup. I usually double the recipe and freeze half. -- posted by MissChief

Easy Vegetarian/Vegan Black Bean Soup

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:10:37 -0400

Hearty, yummy, and healthy! This is a really easy soup to make, it cooks really fast without many steps, and is very rich with black beans. Some fresh cilantro would make a nice replacement to the coriander but I usually don't have it on hand, so I used dry spices for everything but it came out great. I like my soups with a tad of salt, but you can omit the salt if you're watching your sodium intake or lower it/replace with something like SaltSense. It's very pleasant and mild, though you could probably put some Bayou Blast or red cayenne in the spice mixture if you want it hotter. Yields about 2-3 small servings. -- posted by the80srule

Vegetarian Tamale Pie

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:07:58 -0400

I combined two recipes for this and made modifications to make it vegan. Note that Morningstar Farms recently changed their product to include egg and dairy, so read the label before buying (not all stores carry the brand new bags, Boca is my second choice). Don't be scared off by the vegetarian/vegan label if that's not your dietary preference, this dish is a traditional comfort food. The best part is it's an all-in-one meal, you don't have to serve side dishes (although a dark green salad with a light dressing would go well too). Note that the photo to the side (from me in the baking dish) is the recipe cut in half. -- posted by danakscully64

Low Fat Lime Cilantro Hummus

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:28:33 -0400

My husband found this recipe on a website about a year ago and it has become a staple in our home. (The website is www.urbandrivel.blogspot.com there are quite a few good recipes if you're interested). It's great with Falafel, fresh veggies and pita wedges. -- posted by Bell4523

Delicious Tofu Banana Nut Pancakes!

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:20:31 -0400

I'm a strict vegetarian and borderline vegan so I love breakfast foods. But I'm always looking for ways to get the most protein out of every meal. This recipe combines delectable banana walnut pancakes with some tofu for the protein and you can't taste the difference! Get all the health benefits with a delicious flavor! Enjoy and please comment! (You can try apple cinnamon or blueberry almond too if you wish =) ) -- posted by vegi3wond3r

Tofu Fruit and Veggie Smoothie

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:10:43 -0400

I am fully aware this sounds gross but it's really not. it's good for kids and just sweet enough that they enjoy it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Armenian Lentil Soup

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 10:05:38 -0400

From Neva & Jim Brackett's 7 Secrets Cookbook. Makes a very healthy meal that's delicious! Spinach and tomatoes are added after the cooking is completed to keep their distinct green and red color, and give the soup eye appeal. I usually freeze half of this recipe to feed my family of four again later. -- posted by Enjolinfam

Healthy Caesar Dressing

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:28:34 -0400

a great tasting alternative to traditional Caesar dressing. Guilt free and safe for kids too. My own version modified from several recipes that weren't 'quite right'. -- posted by Sugarledge

Eggplant Hummus

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:01:59 -0500

I adapted this from a "hummus ghanoush" recipe from blog.fatfreevegan.com which has countless delicious and low-fat vegan recipes. This healthy dip is great with pita or vegetables (baby carrots, sliced bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, broccoli...). It's super easy to make but requires a blender or food processor. -- posted by Hanna Louise

Somen, Tofu and Vegetables in Miso Broth

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:33:18 -0500

This recipe came into being one night when trying to use up the last of my somen. Easy and quick to fix, very little clean up time too! For those that don't like tofu, use a firm tofu that has been frozen at least 24hrs and then thawed (this will give the tofu a more "chewy/meaty" texture). Also, if you don't have chili oil, use a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper instead. -- posted by blueyedwineaux

13-Bean Chicken Chili

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:45:17 -0500

I made this on the fly and it's soo good that I'm posting it as I'm in the middle of eating the first bowl! FANTASTIC!!! -- posted by Llamatron

Hummus - Silky Smooth, from Scratch!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:48:16 -0500

This recipe was published in the food section of my city paper from a local Lebanese restaurant. Amazingly smooth and creamy. "Baking soda is the secret to silky smooth hummus; it softens the beans so they cook quickly and break down easily when blended. The hummus can be prepared up to two days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use." -- posted by biznana

Lentils With Cumin and Asafetida

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:32:27 -0500

This is a wonderful Indian lentil side dish. Asafetida has a very strong, musky smell that many people find unappealing. Store it in an airtight container to prevent it from contaminating your other spices, and if you really don't like the smell, keep it in the freezer--I left it in my car for a little while and everything in the car smelled like it afterward. Despite the strange smell, I have not yet met anyone who dislikes the flavor once it's prepared! This recipe comes from a cookbook called Madhur Jaffrey's Spice Kitchen. All the ingredients should be available at any Indian grocery store. -- posted by Edana