Recipezaar: Vegan recipes

Eggplant Curry "no-Fry" Sri Lankan Style Using Coconut

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:26:07 -0500

Another recipe courtesy of the great Madhur Jaffrey. I'm often looking for new eggplant dishes, and can't believe I haven't tried this particular recipe until today, it's really very easy. From what I've read, traditionally in this dish the eggplant would be fried - in this version it is broiled which obviously cuts down on the calories quite substantially. I also used light coconut milk. I only had one eggplant on hand today and it turned out great, a nice side-dish or main for 2. I can imagine that by using two regular eggplants you would be able to serve at least 3, if not 4, as a main. Next time you run across good looking eggplants in the store, pick a few out and give this a try! (One last note, apparently the original version of this normally calls for 2 tsp of cayenne...wow, that would be hot. 1/2 tsp, as called for here, was just about right for us, but of course, season away as you like!). -- posted by magpie diner

Spiced Vegan Pancakes

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:31:32 -0500

Delicious, healthy, and quick, these fluffy pancakes are great for a family breakfast. -- posted by Hanna Louise

Just Right Spinach & Chickpea Curry (Vegan) - Chole Palak

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:58:39 -0500

I called this just right because it was just the right recipe for the amount of time I wanted to spend on cooking it, and it has just the right amount of ingredients, mainly pantry staples so I wasn't scrounging around for substitutes. I found this on www.manjulaskitchen.com ... she has some fabulous recipes, very easy to follow. I made her parathas as well, best ever for me. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by magpie diner

Mushroom Kebabs for the Grill

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:07:52 -0500

I tasted these first at a Saturday Farmers' Market at Stellenbosch (near Cape Town). The lady who sold them had several types of mushrooms on her skewers and grilled them over coals -- so use as many types of mushrooms as you can get -- or one type only, they'll still be good! Having enjoyed them once again at the Market, I imitated them, but I think my marinade is better than hers!! Quick and easy, and grill along with the meat. On hot coals or charcoal this takes only a few minutes -- do not try and get them to be soft, as they'll break up. Put them on with the meat, and turn them gently with tongs, as they shrink and can slide off the skewers easily. If they catch here and there, no matter. Delicious!! -- posted by Zurie

Green Goddess Pasta

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:26:21 -0500

This is a vegan pasta dish out of The Skinny B*tch in the Kitch. Easy and yummy, -- posted by Jeannette 108

Gourmet Pearl Couscous Salad With Vegetables and Cashew Nuts and

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:06:48 -0500

Blu Gourmet Pearl Couscous (GI 52) now carries the GI Symbol. Unlike traditional couscous, pearl couscous which takes its name from its pearl-like shape and size is often described as a toasted pasta specialty. Like regular pasta, it is made from hard (durum) wheat and water. But instead of being dried, it is toasted in an open flame oven. It has a rich, nutty flavour and a chewy texture, with a smooth, almost buttery mouth feel. It makes a perfect side dish to meat, poultry, or fish instead of potatoes, rice, or traditional pastas or couscous. It cooks in around 10 minutes by the absorption method just like rice and you can also use it in a variety of dishes just like rice and other pastas. Product ambassador, chef Gabriel Gate, has developed a number of recipes using pearl couscous. Youll find it will serve around 10 people at a barbecue and is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Serves 6. -- posted by Kiwi Kathy

Delectable Spicy, Sweet and Salty Tofu!

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:23:21 -0500

The title says it all really. Adapted from The Garden of Vegan cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Oat Creame

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:24:00 -0500

Vegan creame pie filling out of retro cookbook, The Sweet Life. -- posted by Jeannette 108

Buenos Aires Hearts of Palm Salad (Rachael Ray)

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:25:12 -0500

"Rach's pal Daisy Martinez assembles an exotic salad that gets its kick from a can." Recipe from Rachael Ray's magazine. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Chestnut Creame

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:25:39 -0500

Another vegan creame filling out of The Sweet Life. -- posted by Jeannette 108

Habanero Mango Hot Sauce

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:26:18 -0500

I blend fresh organic carrots, mango, onions, garlic, and a hint of lime juice with the Habanero. The result is a pepper sauce that harmonizes heat and flavor without the overpowering pungency found in traditional vinegar-based hot sauces. Creating a spicy but not overpowering sauce that allows you to spice your food without drowning out the original flavor. The capsaicin is not only hot on the tongue, it is brutal on the eyes or in cuts on your fingers. When preparing peppers you can wear rubber gloves to protect your hands and keep your hands clean. capsaicin has a way of staying on your hands even after washing. Safety glasses will help you avoid splashes or touching your eyes while cutting and cleaning peppers. The steam from boiling vinegar is very strong. Avoid breathing it. Cooking your hot sauce will help blend the flavors together, break down pieces of solid ingredients and pasteurize the sauce. It is an important step which should only be skipped if the sauce will be used up completely within 1 week. Bottles can be bought at http://www.leeners.com/index.html -- posted by ~Rita~

Chestnut Stuffing

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:31:43 -0500

Taken from Vegetarian Times Magazine, holiday 2008. Slightly altered to make it sattvic. (No garlic and onions.) -- posted by Jeannette 108

Tofu Rancheros

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:31:52 -0500

From Vegetarian Times 2008. I altered this recipe to make it sattvic. (No garlic and onions.) -- posted by Jeannette 108

Mango-Peach Sangria

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:32:27 -0500

"John Besh of Restaurant August in New Orleans serves this lightly sweet, fruity white-wine sangria over plenty of ice cubes. Use Viognierit has a nice balance of fruit and acidity, he says." Recipe from Food & Wine Magazine and is touted as the "perfect sangria". -- posted by JanuaryBride

Nif's 1 Ww Pt. Spaghetti Sauce

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:30:09 -0500

I thought I had spaghetti sauce and had planned to make spaghetti and meatballs for supper. I hope you like this version. You can play around with it and add a bunch of sauteed veggies. I just didn't have time! Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Three Bean Vegan Chili

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:54:20 -0500

A quick and simple spicy vegetarian/vegan chili with beans and pasta. I grew up loving my mom's chili with beef. When I gave up red meat, I switched to ground turkey, and adjusted the recipe slightly. I later increased the bean ratio and cut out the meat entirely. -- posted by jenms

The End of All Things Vegetable Broth

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:00:48 -0500

This is an inexpensive, easy, and so very tasty way to make vegetable broth. And so thrifty! I just love no waste! The options are plentiful! I freeze in 1 cup plastic containers or zip lock bags to use in soups, sauces, cooking rice, etc. The computer needs volume so I have put approximate amounts for the veggies, but use how much you want. It all depends on what veggies you use frequently. Sometimes I add a little tomato paste or leftover sauce, leftover gravy, whatever would enhance the flavor of the broth. Have fun! -- posted by Sharon123

Winter Squash Parsnip and Lentil Stew (Vegan)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:16:06 -0500

Another experiment I wanted to keep in mind. A simple recipe that results in a rich, creamy slightly sweet and surprisingly flavorful dinner. Lots of vitamin and protein goodness, good for a cold night. -- posted by LadyPoe

Vegan Double Chocolate Kahlua Cookies

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:50:19 -0500

I love to bake with liqueurs and came up with this easy to make, versatile vegan cookie. These are chocolaty and delicious. I use soy creamer (SILK) hazelnut but any flavor of soy milk or creamer will do. You can switch up the flavor profile, for example, maybe use Hazelnut Liqueur with hazelnuts, Amaretto with almonds, etc... Please let me know what interesting combos you all come up with. Will be doing the same :) -- posted by Ashly1021

Chipotle Mexican Grill Guacamole Copycat

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:06:03 -0500

Enjoy their guacamole anytime at home. Quick, easy, and fresh! -- posted by DitaVT

Marinated Butternut Squash(Scapece Di Zucca)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:37:24 -0500

From the cookbook Today's Kitchen cookbook(America's No. 1 Morning Show) this was made by Mario Batali. Yum! -- posted by Sharon123

Tofu and Leek Burgers

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:45:46 -0500

Looking for something else to do with leeks besides potato & leek soup? Try this! -- posted by LilWubs

Banana, Coconut, and Cashew-Cream Tart (No Bake)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:31:48 -0500

Delicious, healthy, no-bake tart from Martha Stewart Living. -- posted by DitaVT

Lentil Sloppy Joes

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:38:23 -0500

from "125 best Vegetarian Slow Cooker recipes" by Judith Finlayson. -- posted by Chef #457834

Healthy Apricot Ginger Cake

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:53:01 -0500

This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, delicious and wholesome. I found this at the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/healthy-ginger-apricot-cake.html The recipe comes courtesy of The Food Intolerance Bible (Conari Press, 2008). I'm completely guessing on servings. -- posted by SassiFras

Lemon Cucumber Dip With Fresh Dill

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:37:58 -0500

This looks like a refreshing dip to brighten your days! In this recipe were cooking with lemon cucumbers. This dip really highlights how refreshing these cucumbers are on a hot summers day. I found this healthy recipe on the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/lemon-cucumber-dip-with-fresh-dill-with-video.html -- posted by SassiFras

Fire-Roasted Pepper Salsa

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:39:30 -0500

If you like hot food, this may be for you! I found this recipe on the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/fire-roasted-pepper-salsa.html In 25 Techniques for Grilling (Harvard Common Press, 2009), author Ardie A. Davis makes a compelling case for this fire-roasted pepper salsa: it makes a great appetizer over cream cheese, a delicious side dish, or a complement to grilled foods. The trick to getting the peppers really fire roasted is to have the grill grate as close to the heat source as possible. On a charcoal grill, this means putting something like bricks, hardwood, or more charcoal in the bottom of your grill, so when you dump the coals in, they will sit higher, nearer the grill grate. -- posted by SassiFras

Cashew Milk

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:41:00 -0500

I came across this delicious sounding milk-substitute while searching on the 'net. I found this recipe at the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/milk-alternatives-recipes.html -- posted by SassiFras

Best Vegan Mayo

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:20:10 -0500

Simple, quick and tasty enough to use as a stand alone dip. -- posted by Chef Marsha Jane

Basil, Lime and Pumpkin Seed Pesto

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:33:06 -0500

While searching for healthier recipe alternatives on the 'net, I ran across this one on the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/basil-lime-pumpkin-seed-pesto-recipe.html Adapted from Tassajara Cookbook, by Karla Oliveira (Gibbs Smith Publisher, 2007). This terrific recipe highlights basils fresh flavor with rich, nutty pumpkin seeds and zingy limea nice change of pace! Basil, Lime and Pumpkin Seed Pesto is packed with nutrition and fiber, and is so complete it doesnt even require the tried and true Parmesan cheese! -- posted by SassiFras

Macadamia Milk

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:34:56 -0500

Yet another healthy milk-substitute that I found while searching the 'net. I didn't see anything even close to this on Zaar. I found this one at the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/milk-alternatives-recipes.html Inspired by Raw Food, Real World (Regan Books, 2005). -- posted by SassiFras

Winter Vegetable Stew

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:07:15 -0500

This recipe originates from Moosewood Restaurant cooks at home but I have tweaked it slightly over the years. Filling, tasty and nutritious. Delicious with a crusty bread on a cold night. -- posted by GuarGum

Misr Wot (Ethiopian Lentil Soup)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:40:19 -0500

This was passed to me via a friend from an Ethiopian family. Berbere is a spice. -- posted by Julia Rodriguez

Vegan Persimmon-Banana Cookies With Dark Rum Icing

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:42:15 -0500

I could not locate a good vegan persimmon cookie recipe that appealed to me so I came up with this one; these cookies require no eggs and use less sugar and vegetable butter (margarine) than others I have seen elsewhere. The resulting "cookies" are soft and almost bread-like. Enjoy in place of scones or as a light, not too heavy treat. -- posted by Evil Jungle Prince

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

Sneaky Chef Green Juice

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:48:00 -0500

This can be used to boost nutritional value for lots of recipes! Use in chocolate pudding, milk shakes, green icings, casseroles, etc. Green juice is an extremely nutrient dense food. One tablespoon is equivalent to eating 1/4 cup of spinach leaves. It contains iron, calcium, and enzymes for digestion, as well as chlorophyll and carotens for disease fighting power. And just think, your kids, husband, guests, etc. won't even know! :) This recipe was gleaned from The Sneaky Chef cookbook by Missy Chase Lapine. -- posted by Sharon123

Spaghetti With Braised Kale (Bon Appétit)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:59:38 -0500

An easy vegetarian (or vegan) recipe from Molly Wizenberg printed in Bon Appétit (October 2009). Lacitano kale is also called Tuscan kale or dinosaur kale. This recipe is very adaptable. You can add shallots, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices. Season with salt and pepper. -- posted by blucoat

Vegetarian Miso Soup

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:04:03 -0500

This is a delicious cloudy broth like the kind served in Japanese restaurants, with diced toful and seaweed. Adapted from the Everything Vegetrian Cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Chocolate Crunch Salad

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:04:08 -0500

A wonderful recipe that combines a rich, tropical essence with a natural crunch. This simple and easy recipe will have you licking your plate! It's natural, raw, and combines sweet with bitter in a way that shouldn't be possible. However not only is this possible, it's delicious. This is adapted from Freedom's Raw Recipes (http://bit.ly/1IeyHo) and modified so that it requires no special equipment. All you will need to make this recipe is a knife and a blender. -- posted by Winkyboy

Vegan Key Lime Pie Filling

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:14:47 -0500

This is a tad of a spinoff of a recipe on the side of a Nasoya Silken Creations box. You can skip the vanilla and cut the confectioners sugar a little bit if you use Silken Creations Vanilla instead. I didn't include a recipe for a pie crust because I like it crustless! And for ultimate laziness, you can even mix it right in the pie pan! There are lots of good vegan pie crust recipes on here, or you can buy a premade one. Note that cook time does not include cooling time. -- posted by the80srule

Kristin's Vegan Chili With Cashews

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:43:49 -0500

Not your traditional chili. I often play around with it adding different kinds of beans, sometimes 2 cans sometimes 3. -- posted by Kristin D.

Vegan Tex Mex Rice

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:58:14 -0500

I got this out of a Mexican cookbook except I made it vegan, and simplified it as well. I found that I had to add a little extra cayenne after it was done cooking, but then again I have a higher spice hotness threshold than most :) -- posted by the80srule

Vegan Pumpkin Bites

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:31:53 -0500

I found this recipe from fatfreevegan.com they are soooooo good! My family didn't even know they were vegan :) -- posted by HurricaneChampagne

Classic Thai Peanut Sauce

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:05:16 -0500

This came from my 101 Deep Fryer Recipes cookbook, as a dipping sauce for some kind of Thai meat fritter. The fritter didn't look too appetizing but this sauce is really good and quite simple to make. Yields about 1 cup of sauce. And this delightful sauce is vegan! -- posted by the80srule

Lentil Skillet (With Cumin and Lemon)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:20:17 -0500

Warm comfort food. Someone gave me this recipe years ago. To provide contrast, serve with something crunchy and/or something colorful. I tend to cut the recipe in half, and then use less olive oil and more cumin. Also I sometimes find the uncooked garlic a bit harsh; wilting it a bit in the bottom of the pan may be wise. -- posted by Michelle from Central Time

Simple Yummy Spiced Lentils

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:52:30 -0500

A yummy recipe for lentils that can be very easily adapted to whatever you have in the cupboard. Simple and tasty and perfect for winter! -- posted by Chef Kirsten (#1!)

Harvest Vegetable Medley

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:56:57 -0500

This recipe is from Vegetarian Times. Roasting vegetables with whole garlic cloves makes this main dish extra-flavorful. For a leftover treat, spread veggies on bread, top with cheese and broil in the oven. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

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

Spicy Collard Greens

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:54:31 -0500

Healthy vegetable side dish -- posted by Chef #901913

Traditional Swiss Chard and Beans --From Vegweb.com

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:36:19 -0500

This recipe was found on vegweb.com and posted by user: veganlicious enjoy! -- posted by emily.soulliere

Super Simple Vegan Banana Pudding

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:19:09 -0500

You won't believe how simple and healthy this dish is. Whips up in less than 5 minutes. If you use Nasoya Silken Creations Vanilla, you can skip the rest of the ingredients! -- posted by the80srule

Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:30:42 -0500

This soup is considered to be a tradition for breaking the Ramadan fast in Egypt and is a traditional "Middle Eastern peace recipe". I got this from a Middle Eastern living blog and decided to share it since I was looking for red lentil recipes. Red lentils can be found in Indian and Middle Eastern grocery stores. This awesome soup is vegan and quite healthy. -- posted by the80srule

Peanut Butter Maple Syrup

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:29:23 -0500

I got this easy and so tasty recipe from Peanut Lovers.com. -- posted by Sharon123

Bok Choi With Peanuts and Cilantro

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:41:30 -0500

I found this searching for ways to use the abundance of bok choi in my garden. It was wonderful and quick to make. http://whatdidyoueat.typepad.com/what_did_you_eat/2007/01/whb_bok_choi_wi.html -- posted by Chef #1447375

Caramelized Tofu W/ Shredded Brussels Sprouts

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:47:11 -0500

Last Thanksgiving, none of my guests wanted turkey, so I wanted to come up with a pareve main dish. There were NO leftovers and I get more requests for this recipe throughout the year than anything else, so it will be the main fare this year as well. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Garlic Haricots Verts Amondine

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:49:00 -0500

This is a traditional Thanksgiving recipe in our house. It is a healthier alternative to green bean casserole. You can use regular green beans, but they will need to steam for an extra 2-3 minutes. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Sesame Seed Bagels

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:00:55 -0500

These are the best bagels I've ever eaten. I tried a few recipes before happening onto this one from Baking: A Commonsense Guide. I've adapted it just slightly. -- posted by dreabakes

Low-Fat Vegan Pineapple Pie

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:02:07 -0500

Really, really delicious pie filled with pineapple cream. Low in sugars and vegan. Cream can be made days ahead and kept in refrigerator. -- posted by zori

Wild Rice, Apple and Hazelnut Stuffing

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:21:13 -0500

I made this last year for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! Fresh sage and tart apples make this a little different and definitely give it a harvest taste.I substituted walnuts for the hazelnuts. Leaving the peel on the apple gives the stuffing some more color. -- posted by Chef #1120064

Double Broccoli Quinoa Recipe

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:28:29 -0500

This recipe is from 101cookbooks.com with just a couple of changes to make it pareve and lower in fat. Thanks Heidi for another wonderful recipe. I love the idea of making a broccoli pesto. I can't wait to share it. Last year for Thanksgiving I made Thai Quinoa. It went over well enough with everyone, but my kids, so the leftovers weren't finished. Since my guys LOVE broccoli, this is going to be on the menu this year instead. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Lazy Garlicy Lemony Asparagus-Y

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:29:57 -0500

I adopted this recipe from Rita's Roasted Asparagus With Lavender, Lemon and Garlic. http://www.recipezaar.com/Roasted-Asparagus-With-Lavender-Lemon-and-Garlic-155205 I needed to make a couple of changes to accommodate my diet, my kids taste and end with an easy cleanup. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Peanut Ginger Tamari Stir-Fry Sauce

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:36:08 -0500

Quick and easy, this sauce works well for vegetarian stir-fry, or for dipping veggie rolls in. For a stir-fry, you may want to double the amounts so you can use some for cooking and leave some uncooked to drizzle over the finished product just before serving. I usually use this for a stir-fry of tofu, carrots, and bok choi, served on a bed of Basmati rice. -- posted by Elise and family

No Bake Fresh Fruit Pie

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:38:48 -0500

This is from 1,000 Vegan Recipes with my own modifications -- posted by Feeding my Family

Vegan Spinach-Mushroom Quiche

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:56:11 -0500

My friends and family are always getting on me to publish my recipes; I don't really use them, nor do I regularly remember even what I put into my dishes. I took this dish to a vegan potluck last night, and it disappeared in seconds. This morning I was awoken at gun point (exaggerated for dramatic effect) to post this recipe.... So, I thought it wise of me to comply. This recipe takes me about an hour of prep time, and about an hour to cook. There are shortcuts one may take to cut down on the prep time, but the first time, I suggest leaving ample time to prepare. I have used a variety of nuts for this recipe, all working out well (this last time I ran out of sesame seeds, so I used 2 tbsp of my tamari roasted pumpkin seeds, and 1 tbsp of raw pecans). I also like to make my dishes gluten free for potlucks, so I used ½ cup of blue corn meal, and ½ garbanzo flour in place of the whole wheat pastry flour, the taste was amazing, but a little more crumbly then whole wheat pastry flower. Finally, I really recommend using sesame oil, but realizing it is expensive, olive oil will work. -- posted by Starvin' Vegan

Rosemary Pumpkin Bread (Fat Free!)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:26:46 -0500

I adapted this Rosemary Bread Recipe to include Pumpkin instead of oil or butter, and white whole wheat flour instead of plain. It makes a small loaf, perfect for a dinner. -- posted by Lostfairy

Grapefruit Brulee

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:27:38 -0500

Growing up I never would eat heated cereal. My mother would make me toasted grapefruit with cinnamon and sugar so I would have a warm meal in my belly before leaving for school. I hadn't thought about that in years until I came across a similar recipe in Susie Fishbein's Kosher by Design Lightens Up. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Rancheros Salsa!

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:13:26 -0500

This salsa, often used for Huevos Rancheros, can be used over chili rellenos, rice, meats, etc. It freezes exceptionally well. Consider making a double batch and storing half for later. Adapted from The Everything Vegetarian Cookbook by Jay Weinstein, a food commentator for a public radio station in New York city. -- posted by Sharon123

Tuscan Onion Confit

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:34:30 -0500

A fabulous recipe from Merrill of food52.com; or actually, her mother... I am not a fan of cranberry sauce with turkey for the holidays, and have always just used gravy - this is an inspired alternative. Here is her description of the recipe's background: For years now, on the day before Thanksgiving my mother has made what in my family goes by the slightly unappetizing name of "Tuscan Onion Goo." Inspired by a visit to a family-owned gem in Florence called Ristorante del Fagioli, this sour-sweet onion confit was originally served to her as an antipasto. She enjoyed it so much that she asked, in halting but enthusiastic Italian, if the waiter would tell her how it was made. He promptly ushered her into the tiny kitchen, where the sweaty, grinning chef himself showed her how to put together the dish. She took mental notes and then came home and recreated it, with a few small adaptations. The recipe has since become one of my mother's signatures, and Thanksgiving would simply not be Thanksgiving in our house without "Tuscan Onion Goo." It's a great addition -- or alternative -- to cranberry sauce. While the flavors are very different, it serves a similar role: the sweetness provides a counterpoint to other, more savory sides, and the acid in the vinegar cuts through some of the richness that often pervades the meal. The confit couldn't be easier to make, although it does require a bit of a time commitment. You can use frozen pearl onions, but it's worth trying with fresh cippollini. My mother insists that you have to be crazy to make it with anything other than frozen onions after the first time, but I find peeling cippollini somewhat cathartic. Once the peeling (or the opening of the bag) is done, you briefly sauté the onions in a bit of olive oil and deglaze them with sherry (my mother's addition -- the chef at Ristorante del Fagioli used Cognac), then simmer them slowly with some water, sugar, red wine vinegar, raisins and toasted pine nuts, until the onions are limpid and soft and all of the flavors have had a chance to meld. The confit keeps very well in the fridge, and it doesn't have to be limited to turkey; it's great with beef, pork and lamb as well. -- posted by Raquel Grinnell

Burgundy Stew

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:08:50 -0500

From Vegan Dad Blog. -- posted by annh53182

Cranberry Upside-Down Cake

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:17:58 -0500

From Manifest Vegan -- posted by annh53182

Toffee Nut Bars

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:03:47 -0500

From Manifest Vegan. -- posted by annh53182

Sweet Braised Whole Scallions (Molly Stevens)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:10:55 -0500

This would be a fabulous, easy side dish for Thanksgiving. "As the scallions braise, the sweet anise flavor of the tarragon mingles with their oniony juices, giving the whole dish a candy-like sweetness. If you cant find fresh tarragon, or simply dont care for its taste, substitute fresh parsley or omit the herb altogether. The scallions will still taste delicious." Recipe is from "All About Braising: The Art of Uncomplicated Cooking" by Molly Stevens. -- posted by blucoat

Four Pepper Stir-Fry

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:32:08 -0500

This is a very simple and quick dinner I made up one night with what was in the fridge. It is even tastier the next day! Feel free to add or subtract other ingredients if you like. (I used hot pepper infused olive oil for a bit of bite.) -- posted by Teasaidh

Cinnamon Sugar Rattle Snakes, I Mean Snacks!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:45:41 -0500

Roasted crunchy chickpeas, made popular by low carb diets, now kid favorite sugar and cinnamon added! This is a high fiber, high protein snack! Adapted from The Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Fudge Babies

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:13:29 -0500

These little fudge babies are addictive. They're raw. They're from the blog of Chocolate-Covered Katie. http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2009/10/13/make-these-now/ -- posted by Boomette

Lentil Dip (Or Spread or Hummus)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:24:32 -0500

Lentils made into a creamy dip! This can also be used as a sandwich spread. -- posted by Laura Zimmerman

Broad Bean, Freekeh and Mint Salad

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:33:23 -0500

I saw this on Good Chef Bad Chef recently. I haven't made it, but love grains and middle eastern style salads, so I'm guessing I'll like this. I'm saving it here until I hunt down the freekeh to make it with. Freekeh is whole wheat harvested green. -- posted by JustJanS

Tender and Spicy Molasses Cookies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:45:15 -0500

This is a highly modified version of Old Fashioned Ginger Cakes by Rachel-Snachel . It is interesting because it uses no milk or eggs, and is devoid of refined sugar. This recipe's flavours are equilibrated for Blackstrap molasses, if you use regular molasses you might have to reduce the spices. This is a very nutritious, flavorful and comforting recipe on cold winter nights. Perfect if you are nervous, not too good if you feel agressive. -- posted by Blueberries and Mortar

Maple-Kissed Sweet Potato Muffins

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:56:00 -0500

The sweet potatoes, maple and hint of cinnamon capture every flavor that makes Fall heavenly. The delicate orange color also blends right in with the changing leaves outside your window. From from Happy Herbivore blog. -- posted by annh53182

Pakistani Style Bhindi Ka Salan (Okra/Ladyfinger Curry)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:57:55 -0500

Back in the days when I was a child every time my mother made this dish it was considered a treat among me & my siblings. Besides potatoes & peas, okra/ladyfinger is another all time favorite vegetable among the Pakistani population. It is usually served with roti/chapatti & yogurt or sometimes with Masoor Dal (lentil) here is the recipe of a basic okra curry that was passed down from my grandmother to my mom & down to me. Its the tomatoes that give it a different taste compared to the other recipes posted so far. Note if you want to make "Bhindi Gosht" (Okra curry with mutton) after frying the onions add mutton, let it cook on medium low heat for 20 minutes, then follow the rest of the recipe. You can also add 1/2 cup water to make it a little saucy. -- posted by Bint e Naeem

Savory Polenta for Lasagna

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:47:09 -0500

this is the polenta I use in my polenta lasagna, I sometimes make a batch to firm and toast to serve with other dishes as well, so thought I'd share the recipe seperately. sometimes I replace the sage with rosemary. for lasagna I use 2 13*18 pans and spread it very thin -- posted by Khyricat

Vegan Meatloaf

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:03:21 -0500

Although this seems very "brown-shapeless-tasteless-vegan-food", it's really not. Otherwise known as Nut-Loaf, Mushroom Loaf, Vegetable Loaf or many other titles, it's a great basic to throw together on those "meat-and-potato" nights. From Vegan Food; More Than Tofu and Sprouts! -- posted by annh53182

Sneaky and Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:14 -0500

Lots of nutrition packed into a pasta sauce and nobody needs to know! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Vegan Cheescake

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:34 -0500

This version is slightly sweeter and wetter than your typical NY style cheesecake. From Manifest Vegan blog. -- posted by annh53182

Vanilla Ice Cream (With Cookies N' Cream Variation)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:25:58 -0500

Liked by both vegans and non-vegans. From Vegan Dad blog. -- posted by annh53182

Thai-Style Sweet and Tangy Noodles

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:27:00 -0500

Once you have all of your ingredients in place and your wok nice and hot, dinner can be cooked in a manner of minutes. From Vegan Dad blog. -- posted by annh53182

Strawberry Ice Cream

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:27:55 -0500

Perfect summer dessert. From Vegan Dad blog. -- posted by annh53182

Sugar Free Lemon Lime " Soda Pop " for Kids

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:34:20 -0500

My kids used to help me make this when they were very young. It's a much healthier alternative to real pop. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Oven Baked Muesli

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:42:54 -0500

A yummy alternative to store bough cereals. This is similar to granola and has some healthy tasty ingredients! Adapted from The Garden of Vegan cookbook. I like this with almond milk! :) -- posted by Sharon123

Fluffy White Rice

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:51:30 -0500

White rice like the rice served at a good Chinese restaurant. Two variations are given, one fluffy version for eating with foods like stir frys, and another for making fried rice. I have met so many people who marvel at perfect white rice. It's very easy to make. Here's how... -- posted by RudyH

Pumpkin Tofu Cheesecake

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:59:12 -0500

Recipe Courtesy Patricia Greenberg -- posted by CookingLaura

Skinny B**** Basic Pancakes

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:27:31 -0500

This is a recipe from the "Skinny B**** in the Kitch" Cookbook. I am opying it here to get the nutrition information. -- posted by vegan_recipe_explorer

Pad Thai

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:30:12 -0500

I got this recipe from a vegan cookbook (I can't remember which one). Again, just looking for the nutritional information. -- posted by vegan_recipe_explorer

Best Vegan Mac and Cheese in the Entire World

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:27:20 -0500

Originally posted on VegWeb.com by beep_i_am_a_robot. I haven't made this myself yet, but I want to get the nutritional breakdown. I plan to tweek by reducing the salt content (using Bragg's amino rather than soy and leaving out the salt), reducing the fat and increasing the tofu (several reviewers on VegWeb have done this and liked it). This is the original recipe, including typing and grammatical mistakes. Serving size is estimated. -- posted by I hate coming up with handles :)

Carmelized Onion-Butternut Roast With Chestnuts

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:09:32 -0500

From the Veganomicon. Mmm...it's like all the best parts of Thanksgiving minus the turkey. Serve with roasted brussel sprouts and cranberry sauce. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Pf Chang's Coconut Curry Vegetables

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:10:56 -0500

This is a copycat recipe from PF Chang's China Bistro. It's my favorite dish there, and while my dining room lacks the ambiance...this dish is still excellent at home! -- posted by Wish I Could Cook

Chickpea and Pepper Sandwich Spread

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:18:43 -0500

A fresh and zesty sandwich filler which I eatevery week. A great veganoption. -- posted by rmarcella56

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:51:44 -0500

Sweet potatoes are oh so healthy. The drawback is when people add all the junk. So how could I make something a little more dressed up that plain old baked sweet potatoes, but healthier than a sweet potato pie. This is what will grace our Thanksgiving Table this year. -- posted by Feeding my Family

Fat Free Banana Bread (Vegan)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:06:31 -0500

Found this recipe on VegFamily. This banana bread is so moist. Be very careful to not over mix....over mixing will result in a dry bread. -- posted by Chef #1442777

Vegetable Masala

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:02:29 -0500

In 'Vegan Fire and Spice' by Robin Robertson. Recommend to serve over freshly cooked basmati rice. -- posted by ratherbeswimmin'