Recipezaar: Vegan,Holiday/Event recipes

Chickpeas With Creamy Lemon Pecan Sauce

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:13:17 -0500

A yummy vegan recipe for chickpeas! You can eat this hot or cold. -- posted by Sharon123

Rice Krispies Muffins

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:49:15 -0500

This is so easy to make and yet delicious. Even tough I do not like rice crispies at all I enjoy these muffins. I was acctually looking for a recipe like this here but could not find it so i posted my recipe here. In Iceland you will hardly find a potluck where these are not one of the treats. But don't be late as they are usually gone soon. Your kids will love these! Note: You may use cornflakes or Cheerios or a mixture of these instead of rice krispies but they are in the original recipe. Chilling time is not included in preparation time. -- posted by Iceland

Bizaar Spice- Meat or Poultry Mexican Spice Rub

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:00:51 -0500

One of the easiest ways to increase the flavor of meat while cutting back on fat, is to utilize rubs, herbs and spices on the surface of the meat. This Mexican themed rub is fantastic on chicken, pork or beef. -- posted by BiZaar Spice

Herbed Potato Skins

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 01:27:10 -0500

Easy and so very good. If you wish, add a little minced garlic and parmesan cheese the last 5 minutes of cooking.Adapted from Julee Rosso's Great Good Food Cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Sparkling Jasmine Iced Tea

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:21:38 -0500

A sparkling iced tea, a change from the ordinary, with a sweet and floral flavour. Prep time includes cooling time. -- posted by Annacia

Asparagus Mango Dumplings With Coconut Basil Rice

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:12:25 -0500

From 'The Lazy Smurf's Guide to Life' at http://lazysmurf.wordpress.com This recipe also won Fatfreevegan.com's Vegetable Love contest. -- posted by Tintinity

Rummilicious

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:09:22 -0500

Accidental find that is refreshing and crisp. Low calorie since Fresca has zero calories. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Balsamic and Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:48:24 -0500

A delicious variation for roasting carrots. Perfect as an accompaniment to a roast or a casserole. -- posted by Noo

Vegan Ny System Hot Weiners

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:24:14 -0500

Call me crazy, but I somehow felt the need to veganize these wretched things!! And ya know, they turned out quite amazing, if I do say so myself... For those of you who have not had the pleasure, "Hot Weiners" are a Rhode Island classic. Anyone who's ANYONE in little RI has gorged themselves late-night on these dogs, which consist of a hot dog served on a STEAMED bun, then topped with quite a "distinct" flavor of meat sauce, mustard, raw minced onions and celery salt. My inspiration for the "meat" sauce was from Guy Fieri's recipe for: Hot Weiners Rhode Island Style! I lowered his amount of cinnamon, AND his amounts for chili powder and paprika because they seemed a bit much for vegetarian crumbles. DO NOT omit the raw onions, yellow mustard OR the celery salt. This is what makes these dogs a classic Rhode Island treat, whether it's vegan or not!! -- posted by Kozmic Blues

Ruby Relaxer - Ruby Tuesday Copycat

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:49:04 -0500

This light and fruity drink is perfect for sipping on a summer afternoon. An undeniable girly drink (not to say that guys should not enjoy it as well), it has no taste of alcohol, nor the cloying aftertaste that some overly sweet drinks have. This recipe can easily be multiplied to make a crowd-pleasing punch for your next shower, party, brunch, etc. The brands listed are those that Ruby Tuesday lists on their drink menu (how nice of them to tell us what is in their drink so that we can come home and make it ourselves!) -- posted by Oenophilly

Acorn Squash With Spinach Stuffing

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:17:47 -0500

Very simple side dish with very simple ingredients. The color is great and the taste is even better. It's a great comfy fall dish. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Vegan Chai Mix

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:37:57 -0500

From BUST magazine. This is a delicious and convenient mix that you can keep in your desk drawer at work, etc. It also makes a lovely gift if you put it in a pretty jar and pair it with an adorable mug. Makes about 3 1-pint jars -- posted by Prose

Helen's Holiday Chutney

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:34:19 -0400

I got this from a lady at work. Haven't tried it yet but she says it gets rave reviews every Thanksgiving. This one evidently goes well with turkey and or a sourdough roll. -- posted by Super Wifey

Mulled Cider Spice Sachets

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:06:38 -0400

Tie a spice sachet around a jug of cider to make a festive gift. Directions to place on gift tag are included. Adapted from Whole Foods. -- posted by Sharon123

Vegan Vanilla Cake

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:19:56 -0400

Lovely vegan and wheat-free (but not gluten-free) cake. Ice with Recipe #351630, Recipe #351628 or unsweetened fruit spread. For 2 layers, double the recipe. From The Great American Detox Diet by Alex Jamieson. -- posted by Prose

Hippocras

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:18:05 -0400

Hippocras is a medieval spiced wine. It was believed to be of use against many diseases. It can be served chilled either before or at the end of the meal, with the desserts. It can also be served warm. Beware that it is quite stronger than wine. -- posted by Frazz

Better Than Whipped Cream

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:12:39 -0400

This is something I came up with as a whipped cream substitute since I am allergic to milk. It came out great and I use this on my pies. It's nice and thick like whipped cream but doesn't have any sugar or dairy. It tastes great and is easy to make. -- posted by RawwGurl

Pear, Spinach, Walnut & Celery Salad

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:02:38 -0400

Another healthy recipe that I have collected for my pre-summer health push. I found this in the "Healthy Eating" cookbook put out by "The Australian Woman's Weekly" I was particularly drawn to it by the dressing as it is without oil which always pushes up the calorie count a good deal. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Snow Peas With Toasted Almonds

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:45:16 -0400

From Bon Appétit (April 2009). -- posted by blucoat

Roasted Sweet Potato Fries

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:29:29 -0400

This is a wonderful recipe. its a kid and adult pleaser. Crispy on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. Every one at the table fights over these when i make them. I've had sweet potatoes fries at restaurants several times. but i tried to come up with a baked/roasted version... reduce the fat increase the taste. I like to cut up the potatoes length wise... so my fries are nice and long. also i like them to be about a 1/3 of an inch thick. -- posted by Maya's Mama

Vegan Green Bean Casserole

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:07:42 -0400

I found this recipe on VegWeb: So far I have found no complaints! "This is meant to be a vegan version of the traditional green bean casserole served at holidays, etc., for those of you who loved it and were sad to not have it at the holidays once you went vegan. Many of my non-veggie friends like this better than traditional green bean casserole because it has more veggies and more herbs and spices." - from the website (http://vegweb.com/index.php?topic=6137.0) -- posted by havolina

Heirloom Tomato Tart

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 02:22:19 -0400

From Giada. Haven't tried but looked beautiful and delicious. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Greens Coleslaw

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:37:10 -0400

The hot dressing poured over this salad slightly wilts the greens without cooking them. Chilling the salad lets the flavors develop. You can use collard greens, Swiss chard, flat leaf kale, beet greens, even spinach! Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Polish Apple & Carrot Tzimmes (Passover)

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:35:01 -0400

This is an excellent recipe from Joan Nathan's classic cookbook, "Jewish Cooking in America". -- posted by blucoat

Gumbo Zherbes

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 19:59:45 -0400

Gumbo zherbes, a smothered greens dish, is traditionally served on Good Friday during Lent. I pulled this from www.Chow.com to cook for Good Friday supper. Other versions here on Zaar have meat & this one is vegetarian. Healthy, economical & so very good. We are liberal with the Green Tabasco sauce LOL! -- posted by Buster's friend

Mock Fried Fish

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:08:44 -0400

Just made this for Friday night dinner. Posting here for safekeeping. From "Jewish Vegetarian Cooking" by Rose Friedman. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Algerian Broad Beans & Garlic ( Fèves En Sauce )

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:13:39 -0400

Here is my traditional recipe for Ros Bratel, which is a very old recipe from Algeria. It is simple to make with just a few ingredients & is really delicious. Eat it with plenty of fresh crusty bread for an inexpensive, light meal or have it as a side to roasted meats etc. -- posted by Um Safia

Not Your Grandma's Holiday Stuffing - Raw

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 17:01:17 -0400

From the Sprout Café in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. You have to have a dehydrator for this recipe. -- posted by ThatSouthernBelle

Green Cheese

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:55:26 -0400

This has a pleasant cheesy flavor and a delightful texture. Adapted from Jeff & Nancy Riedesel Rawsome Meal from Soup to Nuts, this is so healthy and yummy! -- posted by Sharon123

Peach Sangria

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:42:54 -0400

This sounds like a nice twist on the traditional Spanish drink. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Spanish Potatoes

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:42:04 -0400

A Spanish inspired recipe that I found in a back issue of BBC Good Food Magazine. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Harissa Oil

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:08:08 -0400

I am a spice wimp but my husband loves hot and spicy food. So, I am proving my love for him and putting this recipe in my collection to make for him..lol. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Piri Piri Dressing

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:30:04 -0400

My husband loves piri piri sauce. He first had it when we went to the Portuguese restaurant chain Nandos and now I have to buy a bottle of it a week. So, I figured I should find an actual recipe for it and try doing it myself. This recipe comes from British tv chef Simon Rimmer who is a chef I particularly enjoy. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Bahama Mama Sunrise Cocktail

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:02:03 -0400

A yummy sounding Caribbean inspired cocktail. Sounds perfect for a summer's evening. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Fajita Spiced Oven Potatoes

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:32:35 -0400

This is my latest attempt at creating a tasty but fairly low fat 'fry'. I was aiming to have them be Mexican inspired which is why I went for the lime instead of lemon in the mix. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Lo Han Jai - Buddhist Vegetarian Stew

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:53:31 -0400

Lo Han Jai, also known as "Buddhist Vegetarian Stew," is traditionally served on the first day of the lunar Chinese New Year, to cleanse the body. Since ingredients for Lo Han Jai are not easily available in most food markets, this is a simplified version. Although the list of ingredients appear lengthy, once everything is gathered, the cooking is easy. This recipe comes from the Wok Wiz (San Francisco, CA) website and is copyrighted by Wok Wiz -- the URL is http://www.wokwiz.com/recipes/lo_han_jai.html -- posted by Gandalf The White

Corn and Black Bean Macaroni Salad - Tex Mex

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:23:11 -0400

Chill a beer for this nice and spicy dish! The elbows should be cooked al dente in well salted water to prevent broken mushy noodles. Do salt the water liberally. (2 teaspoons is not a lot once mixed with the rest of the ingredients) Seasons the pasta and avoids father salting in the recipe. This can be eaten as a side or a main balanced meal. I opted for yogurt and smart balance for better health. But you can use sour cream and mayo. -- posted by ~Rita~

Crusty Portuguese-American Yeasted Cornbread (No Knead)

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:23:27 -0400

An easy no-knead recipe for "pao de milho" is from Nancy Baggett's wonderful new cookbook, Kneadlessly Simple: Fabulous, Fuss-Free, No-Knead Breads". The large, homespun loaf has a mild, go-with-anything flavor and a delightful crusty-chewy top. It has a finer, moister crumb than most cornbreads, the result of the cornmeal being combined with boiling water and turned into a mush first. This simple, seemingly unimportant step makes a big difference in taste, too: Due to chemical changes that occur as the cornmeal begins to cook, the bread is noticeably mellow and sweet, even though no sugar is added. Serve it with meals, along with butter, toast it, or grill it and use in all sorts of hearty meat, cheese, and roasted vegetable sandwiches. This bread is very easy to make, but due to the slow rise, no knead method, you must start this bread a couple of days in advance. -- posted by blucoat

Mellow Yellow Mocktail

Fri, 01 May 2009 03:01:44 -0400

A mellow drink for relaxing by the pool or enjoying an evening with friends. Enjoy! Adapted from Cuisine. -- posted by Sharon123

Holy Guacamole!

Fri, 01 May 2009 03:14:10 -0400

This a total crowd pleaser. When I made this the first time, I made it with only one avacado(thats all I had) and my dad ate the whole thing. It was so good my mom drove all the way to the grocery store just to get more avacados! Amazingly Simple, Healthy, And Totally Delish! Diabetic Friendly, Egg-Free, Lactose-Free, Vegan, and Kosher! -- posted by Abeer1994

Drunken Watermelon

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:05:05 -0400

From The Australian Women's Weekly Christmas Cooking. Those Aussies know how to throw a party! The prep time does not include the standing and freezing times. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Guacamole from Heck

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:41:17 -0400

Perfected in 2009. -- posted by Chef #1260203

Kiwi Daiquiri

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:37:21 -0400

A New Zealand inspired twist on this classic drink. You can omit the rum and have it as a non-alcoholic drink too. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Avocado and Kiwi Salsa

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:16:56 -0400

A New Zealand twist on salsa. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Non-Alcoholic Sangria

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:25:26 -0400

A version of Sangria that even the kids can enjoy. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Spanish Roasted Tomato Salad

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:11:29 -0400

A simple but lovely way of serving tomatoes. This would go nicely with a Spanish tortilla and even as part of a tapas meal. I found the recipe on the Orce Serrano Hams website. Caster sugar is simply superfine sugar. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Portuguese Cornbread (Broa)

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:45:37 -0400

Broa is a yeasted cornbread eaten in Portugal. I found this recipe at the excellent 'Lip Smacking Goodness' blog. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Strawberry Bellini

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:56:16 -0400

From Cooking Light, May 2009 -- posted by Vino Girl

Vegan Banana Cream Pie

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:33:21 -0400

Yummy Vegan Banana Cream Pie!!!! Refrigerated time not included. -- posted by KMuchetti

French Salad Dressing

Sun, 17 May 2009 02:55:26 -0400

Tastes just like the store bought bottles--just more fresh. So easy and fast, this recipe will make you wonder why you bothered paying so much for those little bottles of French all of these years. -- posted by mojoloh

California Snackers

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:47:05 -0400

Snap easy and it's all that good! Four ingredients! Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Fit for a Queen Avocado Salsa!

Thu, 21 May 2009 02:18:25 -0400

Yes, even royalty loves salsa! This is a lovely dish put together by the Epicurean Queens. We each ordained a royal ingredient to make this an epicurean delight! Each member of our team represents an ingredient in the recipe: Scarlett - peppers because she can be firey or sweet__ Sharon123 - avocados because she grew up in South Florida where they grow and she loves them!__ BakinBaby - salt and pepper because it's the color of her hair(sometimes!) cookiedog - lemon juice becauses she's tart!__ LifeisGood - corn because she can be corny__ Paula - cumin because she's from the southwest-Texas__ jellyko - Mexican oregano becausse she loves Mexican food__ Sarah in New York -parsley/cilantro because it's green and she's Irish!__ CaliforniaJan - tomatoes because after loosing almost 60 pounds in the last 8 months I'm one HOT tomato!! __ CarolAT - garlic cloves because I like to "kick it up a notch". -- posted by Sharon123

Insalata Di Ceci - Corsican Chickpea Salad

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:38:02 -0400

This salad is really delicious & comes from the book: Little Foods of the Mediterranean By Clifford A. Wright. The recipe doesn't state this, but I prefer to let the salad sit for 30 mins so the garlic flavour mellows a little..... -- posted by Um Safia

Southwest Salsa

Thu, 28 May 2009 01:46:36 -0400

This is a very colorful dish. Can be eaten as a cold soup or more traditionally with chips. Friends, family and co-workers request this all the time. Came from my friend April T. -- posted by Simple Chef #14

Mango Lime Syrup

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:26:18 -0400

A yummy tropical syrup that can be poured over ice cream or cakes, or add club soda or your favorite mixer for a delightful drink! -- posted by Sharon123

Garden Sliders!

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:34:11 -0400

Great little starters for your next barbeque bash! For a no cook starter, serve the squash fresh instead of grilled. Adapted from BH&G magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Herbes De Napa

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:58:28 -0400

A lovely seasoning blend from northern California's Napa Valley region, and a great variation on the classic herbes de Provence! Use in vegetable, meat, fish and poultry dishes or in rubs, sauces, and gravies. Courtesy Michael Chiarello. -- posted by BecR

Grilled Vegetables

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 19:55:06 -0400

This is a great side dish or can use as entree. Terrific folded in a tortilla, even cold. Have also put on sub rolls with cheese for a vegetarian entree. I often double since this has so many uses later in the week for meals. Have also made a cold pasta salad with these chopped or a hot pasta dish topped with parmesan and added cooked cubed chicken. Use your choice of vegetables (asparagus, green beans), but this is what I like. Serving size based on a side dish. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Pumpkin Cheesecake Cheesefake

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:33:18 -0400

Here is a delicious vegan pumpkin 'cheesecake' I have been perfecting. -- posted by Ashlin

Mary's Savory Marinara Sauce

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:33:40 -0400

This is my mom's delicious marinara sauce recipe that she kindly provided to me. I have fond memories of her making this sauce often and filling the entire house with its wonderful aroma. It has a savory tomato-y taste, a nice hint of basil, and goes well with all types of pasta (including lasagna). I also like to use it for homemade meatball heroes. I hope that you all will enjoy it as much as we do! -- posted by someone named antoine

Sugared Cranberries

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:45:22 -0400

Heres a beautiful snack and appetizer that always goes over well both at Thanksgiving and at Christmas time. Sparkling sugared cranberries make a sensationally pretty addition to your snack tray and is sensationally fun in the mouth. It pops in your mouth and releases an addictive tart sweetness that makes you grab another, and another, and another. Try it. Youll be hooked. If not, at least youll fight urinary tract infections and load up on antioxidants. From Bon Appegeek -- posted by I_Cook_For_Firemen

Fresh Basil-White Bean Hummus

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:55:36 -0400

This Italy-inspired hummus is a recipe I created in celebration of my bountiful basil harvest. Did you know that basil has natural antidepressant properties? For me, that's just one more reason to put it in everything! -- posted by Prose

Shellie's Chunky Homemade Guacamole

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:15:25 -0400

This is a recipe for guacamole that I created after discovering that I actually like guacamole after 42 years! Since then, I have been making it at least once a week without fail. I am addicted! I love my recipe because I like my guacamole with some texture, spicy, and with some cilantro and lime flavors. It doesn't take long at all and I don't measure out my ingredients, so you will just have to make yours to suit your own taste. The number of avacadoes is tricky...the sizes of them vary greatly and it also depends on how much you want to make. You can add more jalapeno to make it spicier, or leave some out to make it milder. Enjoy! -- posted by Chef #1307787

African Red Beans & Couscous

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:44:53 -0400

If you've always thought beans were boring, try this super recipe flavored with almonds. The beans are served over couscous, a grain popular in Northern Africa. I thought this was okay the first day, but the next day, I couldn't keep away from it! The first time I made it, I didn't make the couscous. You can make this in a crockpot too. Just check the water occasionally. Adapted from Shoshoni Cookbook: Vegetarian Recipes from the Shoshoni Yoga Retreat by Anne Saks and Faith Stone(via Delicious Living magazine). -- posted by Sharon123

Sholeh Zard- Saffron Rice Pudding

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:55:53 -0400

This Persian dessert is absolutely delicious! Although it takes awhile to cook, it is fairly low-maintenance. Adapted from Najmieh Batmanglij's "Persian Cooking for a Healthy Kitchen". -- posted by Sephardi Kitchen

Pico De Gallo from the Garden for a Crowd

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:22:04 -0400

This is bright, fresh and right out of the garden! If you like it thicker add tomato sauce or paste. I usually mix 4 ounces of tomato sauce with 4 tablespoons of tomato paste to get a thicker salsa for hubby, but use as much or as little as you like. Serve with tortilla chips. Hope you try this for your next party! -- posted by Secret Agent

Seven-Vegetable Couscous

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:20:56 -0400

This is a very traditional dish with some modern twists!, and uses a lot of vegetables from the garden. Change around the veggies according to what's being harvested. Adapted from The Culinaary Institute of America. -- posted by Sharon123

Hilbeh - Traditional Spiced Fenugreek Dip from Yemen

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:45:55 -0400

Hilbeh is an amazing dip which is delicious when eaten with freshy baked or toasted flat bread. It is kind of a cross between a jelly, a chutney & a salsa... You'll be amazed to see how it's made! Try this for an unusual starter or appetizer. Time to make doesn't include the fenugreek soaking time. -- posted by Um Safia

Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:04:18 -0400

Fool Medammas is such a tasty & healthy dish, but when making it the traditional way from scratch it can be a bit time consuming. Here, you can use canned fava beans for a much quicker (but still tasty) version. Fool Medammas is a very poular breakfast dish, served with fresh bread - perfect for Suhor during Ramadan. It also makes a nice light lunch if served with bread & a good salad or you can serve as part of a series of appetizers (like a mezze platter). -- posted by Um Safia

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:31:04 -0400

Here is a lovely recipe for Italian string beans (or French beans) cooked in a garlic & coriander / cilantro sauce. This makes a delcious side dish for fish or chicken or you can eat it as part of a mezze. Traditionaly this is served at room temperature but you could eat it hot if you like. -- posted by Um Safia

Acorn Squash Potpourri (Edible)

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:22:23 -0400

This dish is very popular in El Salvador during the holidays. You take the squash out of the cooking liquid and pour hot milk over it and eat it as a soup. I do not care to eat it that way but I do love eating the squash plain right out of the cooking liquid. The dish gives of a wonderful aroma and lasts for many hours after cooking has ended. -- posted by Tiny_Toodles

Agios Fanourios Cake - Fanouropita (Spiced Raisin Cake No Eggs)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:53:41 -0400

Aghios Fanourios or Saint Fanourios is a byzantine saint who is believed to have lived around the 4th century. It is a Greek Orthodox custom to bake a cake in his honour on August 27th, cut it in small pieces and to share iit with the rest of the church congregation who, in turn, will eat it and say "May God forgive Agios Fanourios' Mother". It is a delicious cake with no eggs or butter. This recipe has been in my family for decades. Hope you like it ! -- posted by Mary Ts

Slow Cooker Spiced Applesauce (Crock Pot)

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:58:12 -0400

A beautiful fall recipe from Gooseberry Patch's new book, "Autumn with Family & Friends". The house will smell wonderful when you walk in at the end of the day! You can enjoy this on its own with a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar or serve it with baked pork chops. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Pink Pear Angel

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:30:26 -0400

Here's a pretty drink to make with pears and sure to please! Adapted from USA Pears. -- posted by Sharon123

Pear Slush

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:33:36 -0400

Slushies offer unlimited possibilities for ingredients. Here´s one from Safeway Stores Eat Like a Champion. Berries in season could be added. Your option! From USA Pears. -- posted by Sharon123

Mock Chopped Liver

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:04:10 -0400

A Joan Nathan recipe. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Stuffed Eggplant

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:07:09 -0400

This is a recipe that is best served cold or room temperature. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Coconut Oil on Toast

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:18:57 -0400

A senior Malaysian chef taught me this recipe on my travels. It has been handed down through the generations and never been published until now. -- posted by Chef #1390999

Tangy, Zesty Oil and Vinegar Potato Salad

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:48:18 -0400

The best potato salad you've never had. For when your craving that certain ZING from vinegar...I don't like regular potato salad. I don't like sweet relish, eggs, or miracle whip in my potato salad. The sharp onion with the vinegar balances the soft potato texture. Inexpensive and college budget approved. For more of a bite, add two to three teaspoons of whole grain mustard along with the olive oil. Try this!! Yumm....From Bon Appetit, 2009. **Note: To use smaller potatoes, cook time is about 5 minutes less. -- posted by College Girl

Artichokes and Hearts of Palm Salad With Citrus Vinaigrette

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:40:08 -0400

An appetizing first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. Courtesy of Andre Poirot of Begue's, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series. Cooking time is marinating time. -- posted by Molly53

Not-A-Jack-O-Lantern 1st Place Winner by -- Tasty --

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:54:14 -0400

An award winning recipe (1st Place!) from the CGTD Institute in lovely Oregon. Note: you will need one battery-operated tea light to complete this recipe. *PARENTAL SUPERVISION ADVISED.* Martha who? Photo coming soon! -- posted by Cookgirl

Cider Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:13:00 -0400

A glaze of seasonal apple cider complements an amazingly simple dish. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, highlighting fresh, local ingredients. -- posted by Laurie150

Pecan Sweet Potatoes

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:34:49 -0400

This recipe was featured in our October/November 2009 newsletter. It was adapted from the recipe in Healthy Holidays by Marilu Henner. -- posted by Vegetarian Network Of Austin Vegan Cookbook

Blueberry Streusel Cake With Lemon Icing

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:34:00 -0400

This super-yummy cake is easy to make, light, and also happens to be oh boy delicious according to several five-year-olds! Recipe from "Radiant Health, Inner Wealth" -- posted by Chef Quintessence

Vegan Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:35:04 -0400

Chewy, cake like pumpkin cookie covered in icing, so GOOD! And perfect for the fall season. -- posted by KMuchetti

Level 5 Awesome Vegan Stuffing

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:18:44 -0400

I haven't tried this yet, just posting it here for safe keeping. -- posted by DitaVT

Bring Me Your Head on a Platter! Cauliflower

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:56:25 -0400

OK just the Brain Food here! This is a take off of my Recipe #106251 using a different method to keep it looking like a brain for Halloween. Do take note all microwaves cook differently so take care when roasting not to over do. Oh by the way cauliflower is Brain food! A recent study done by McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, suggests that taking a minimum of 500mg of citicoline supplements a day can help boost mental energy and efficacy. Citicoline, a natural substance found in all living cells, can also be ingested via cauliflowera source of choline, which is converted to citicoline in the brain! -- posted by ~Rita~

Tomatillo Avocado Salsa

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:09:13 -0400

Super yummy! -- posted by larchie

Tomato Fennel Soup With Blood Orange

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:14:29 -0400

Vegetarian tomato and fennel soup. Regular oranges work just as well, also. I also add some garlic, sauteed with the onions. I found this in the Chicago Tribune food section that I get emailed to me :) -- posted by DeeCooks

Thanksgiving Cranberry Fig Jam

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:37:50 -0400

Aah! The last of the figs from my garden. Thanksgiving is 1 month away so I added cranberries, ginger root, orange, and vanilla. Try it on your turkey or pork roast. Also great on scones or warmed over pancakes making a wonderful holiday breakfast. -- posted by ~Rita~

Vegan Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:26:24 -0500

The best vegan adaptation of a cheesecake I've had. I avoid any vegan cheesecakes that call for tofu because the texture turns out funky, and tastes, well, not like cheesecake should taste like. This variation is great for the holiday season! You can make your own crust or find a separate recipe for a cheesecake crust, but I wanted to save time so I just used the pre-made crusts. I would recommend the bigger "extra serving" pie crust because this yields quite a bit of filling. -- posted by J.J. Foxhound

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~

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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