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kmcosgrove115
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The walnut brownies in FOK is amazingly sinful! I am looking online as I am at work for the recipe - if I cannot find it I will post it later when I am home in front of the book.............anyone have some good ones to share?
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I made this DELICIOUS sandwich for dinner last night:
1 cup sliced crimini mushrooms (I didn't measure, I just used up what i had left)
15 g chopped onion
2 slices sprouted whole grain bread
6 thin slices of tomato
1/2 cup oil-free hummus (just garbanzos, a little water or vegetable stock, some lemon juice and spices - I like garlic, cumin and ground red pepper - pureed in food processor)
Sautee the onions & mushrooms (without oil) until tender. Spread 1/4 cup of oil-free hummus on each piece of bread. Add mushrooms/onions and tomato and make into a sandwich. Grill in non-stick skillet on medium-high heat until toasted. I put a loose fitting lid over it to heat help up the humus a little. Easy & really, really yummy! Enjoy!0 -
Thanks for the oil free hummus recipe. I will try it!0
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This isn't a very specific recipe, but I have found this particular combination to be extremely tasty by itself or as a topping/filler for a lot of different foods.
You will need:
Tri Color Baby bell peppers - sliced in rings
Onion - cut in large chunks, fajita style
Minced Garlic - to your taste preference
Kale - a few leaves chopped
Saute' the onion and garlic (in water) until the onion begins to soften, toss in the baby peppers and a bit more water, cover and let them steam until nearly soft. Toss in the chopped kale and simmer just long enough to soften it. You can add a little bit of lime juice or other spices according to your personal taste preference. I like it as is.
I also love to toss cubed baked sweet potato into the mix for a little sweetness. I've put this on top of bean burritos, eaten it by itself, tossed it on baked potatoes etc and its really good on everything I've tried
Nice, warm, filling and colorful. Plus it lets me get the benefits of the leafy greens!
Another great recipe that I've tried is the French Toast from the Engine2Diet.com website.
http://engine2diet.com/recipe/french-toast/
I've discovered that I like it best made with this homemade oil-free, super soft and yummy Oatmeal bread from VeganAsIWantToBe
http://veganasiwanttobe.blogspot.com/2012/02/super-soft-oatmeal-bread-vegan-no-oil.html
I changed the recipe when I made it using 1/2 whole wheat flour, 1/2 bread flour, pulsed the oats in a food processor until they were like a coarse oat flour and tossed in some flax. I think it would be great with some raw sunflower seeds and chia seeds added in as well.0 -
This isn't a very specific recipe, but I have found this particular combination to be extremely tasty by itself or as a topping/filler for a lot of different foods.
You will need:
Tri Color Baby bell peppers - sliced in rings
Onion - cut in large chunks, fajita style
Minced Garlic - to your taste preference
Kale - a few leaves chopped
Saute' the onion and garlic (in water) until the onion begins to soften, toss in the baby peppers and a bit more water, cover and let them steam until nearly soft. Toss in the chopped kale and simmer just long enough to soften it. You can add a little bit of lime juice or other spices according to your personal taste preference. I like it as is.
I also love to toss cubed baked sweet potato into the mix for a little sweetness. I've put this on top of bean burritos, eaten it by itself, tossed it on baked potatoes etc and its really good on everything I've tried Nice, warm, filling and colorful. Plus it lets me get the benefits of the leafy greens!
Another great recipe that I've tried is the French Toast from the Engine2Diet.com website.
http://engine2diet.com/recipe/french-toast/
I've discovered that I like it best made with this homemade oil-free, super soft and yummy Oatmeal bread from VeganAsIWantToBe
http://veganasiwanttobe.blogspot.com/2012/02/super-soft-oatmeal-bread-vegan-no-oil.html
I changed the recipe when I made it using 1/2 whole wheat flour, 1/2 bread flour, pulsed the oats in a food processor until they were like a coarse oat flour and tossed in some flax. I think it would be great with some raw sunflower seeds and chia seeds added in as well.
You are full of great ideas!!! Way to find ways to sneak in those greens. This all sounds divine. Thanks for sharing!0 -
Yumo0
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Ok, better late then never!
This is a Walnut Brownie from the Forks Over Knives cookbook and as much as I enjoy eating plant strong, this brownie tastes EXACTLY like the real fattening, sinful thing - you must make these! And for the record, you can skip walnuts if you do not like and just make this fudgey gooey treat!
Makes 12 brownies
3 oz extra firm tofu - drained
1/3 cup pitted prunes, rough stems removed
1/2 cup unsweetened plant based milk (Almond Breeze or Silk are awesome!), heated until very hot but not boiling
3/4 cup 100% pure maple syrup
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup water, heated until very hot but not boiling
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped (optional)
preheat oven to 325
line 8x8pan with 10 inch sq of parchment paper
crumble tofu in a blender / food processor
add prunes - pour in hot plant based milk and puree for about 30 seconds
add maple syrup and puree until relatively smooth
some flecks of prune are ok but there should be no chunks of tofu left
scrape down sides of blender / processor with rubber spatula to get all ingredients incorporated
sift coca powder into mixing bowl
add hot water and mix with fork until well combined - it should look like a thick chocolate sauce
add prune mixture to chocolate in mixing bowl and stir to combine
mix in vanilla
sift in half of the flour and add the baking soda and salt
mix well
mix in remaining flour and fold in walnuts (if using)
spread batter in baking pan - will be rather thick - you do not need to push it into the corners as it will spread as it bakes
bake for 17-20 mins - 17 mins will be a more fudgey brownie and 20 mins if you prefer a cakey treat
the top should be set and firm to the touch to know its done
remove pan and LET COOL (this is imp!) for at least 20 mins
slice into 12 squares and get ready to drool! you will have troble stopping at just one and boy they get better in the fridge chilled too!!!!0 -
For anyone wanting oil and missing it while being plant based, I found this recipe and made it as I wanted to make garlic bread one night with my plant strong pasta - was using Ezekiel bread and fresh diced garlic cloves but needed that "oil" consistency to make it work - it really was not bad and you can't go wrong with such a simple recipe - shiny like oil and the spice give it the flavor - I still saute with water or homemade veg broth but who knew you could make "No Oil Oil???" LOL!
website: http://www.fatfreevegan.com/dressings/no-oil.shtml
No-Oil Oil
Source: Benton Sister's Cookbook #3
1 cup water
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. dried basil
Whiz in blender, water, cornstarch, and salt. Pour into saucepan; stir in basil. Heat to a boil. Cool. Will have the shine and consistency of oil to use in place of oil for those certain recipes or add your own favorite exotic flavor to this no-oil oil to add that special touch to that certain recipe.0 -
For anyone wanting oil and missing it while being plant based, I found this recipe and made it as I wanted to make garlic bread one night with my plant strong pasta - was using Ezekiel bread and fresh diced garlic cloves but needed that "oil" consistency to make it work - it really was not bad and you can't go wrong with such a simple recipe - shiny like oil and the spice give it the flavor - I still saute with water or homemade veg broth but who knew you could make "No Oil Oil???" LOL!
website: http://www.fatfreevegan.com/dressings/no-oil.shtml
No-Oil Oil
Source: Benton Sister's Cookbook #3
1 cup water
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. dried basil
Whiz in blender, water, cornstarch, and salt. Pour into saucepan; stir in basil. Heat to a boil. Cool. Will have the shine and consistency of oil to use in place of oil for those certain recipes or add your own favorite exotic flavor to this no-oil oil to add that special touch to that certain recipe.
Hmmm... interesting. I assume I could leave out the salt.0 -
Yep - and by the way we did the avocado salad dressing recipe today with cayenne - he LOVED IT!0
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Have you tried that "no oil" from the Benton Sisters for the oil in home made bread? This is the one place i need my oil to keep it moist.
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The Engine 2 Diet website has a great meatloaf recipe. My husband eats meat and absolutely loved the meatloaf. I made it with baked sweet potatoes and a salad. GOOD EATS!!!0
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While the rest of the family was eating ice cream... I used my hand stick blender to make a great 'soft ice cream' using 1/2-1 cup almond milk, 1/3 c soy yogurt, 1 cup frozen blueberries and a squirt of agave. I've also done this with frozen bananas, strawberries & 1+ teaspoon of cocoa powder. Approximate measures.0
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Ok, better late then never!
Makes 12 brownies
3 oz extra firm tofu - drained
1/3 cup pitted prunes, rough stems removed
1/2 cup unsweetened plant based milk (Almond Breeze or Silk are awesome!), heated until very hot but not boiling
3/4 cup 100% pure maple syrup
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup water, heated until very hot but not boiling
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped (optional)
I want to try and make this. Are the prunes dried? I want to use carob powder as well.0 -
The reason I want to swap out carob is that chocolate is not vegan! According to the FDA.
http://www.fda.gov/ICECI/ComplianceManuals/CompliancePolicyGuidanceManual/UCM0744430 -
Nope - prunes are not dried - brownies are to die for!0
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The Engine 2 Diet website has a great meatloaf recipe. My husband eats meat and absolutely loved the meatloaf. I made it with baked sweet potatoes and a salad. GOOD EATS!!!
Tried the loaf recipe, followed by loaf sandwich today. My daughter won't let me call it meatloaf..., but she did try a sandwich today, said it was 'weird', but at least she tried it! I must be getting used to all this plant based food because everything tastes good to me now.0 -
Last night I made the best Vegan Pesto!!!
3 cups basil
Juice of 1 lemon
6 Tbsp pinenuts
3 cloves Garlic
1/2 tsp Sea Salt
Put everything in your food processor & pulse until smooth
then add slowly through spout
4Tbsp of EVOO
1/4 cup Nutrotional Yeast
Pulse everything until smooth
you may want to add a little water to thin sauce out a little
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Gosh this thread just makes me hungry! Looking forward to trying the pesto now! Love it!0
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A no oil caesar dressing that tastes like the real thing:
http://healthygirlskitchen.blogspot.com/2011/05/homemade-vegan-no-oil-caesar-salad.html
Healthy Girl's Kitchen No-oil Caesar Salad Dressing
adapted from recipes by Amy Cramer (http://www.dinnersdonenow/) and Dr. Joel Fuhrman (http://www.drfuhrman.com/)
makes 4 cups
1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans, unrinsed, undrained
1/2 cup raw almonds, cashews or pistachios
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 Tbsp Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp capers with their juice
2 Medijool dates (large dates)
1 tsp garlic powder
5 Tbsp lemon juice (roughly the juice of 2 lemons)
1/2 cup or more water, to thin to desired consistency
Place all ingredients in a high powered blender or food processor and blend until a creamy consistency is achieved. Add more water as needed to achieve desired consistency.0 -
I forgot I threw some water packed artichoke hearts, sundried & chopped kalamata olives 0
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The brownies made with carob powder in place of the chocolate were awsome. I took them to a meeting and everybody told me they were the best brownies ever. I did add some Roma, Cereal coffee, to make the carob taste more like chocolate.
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I can't wait to make the brownies & the Ceasar dressing! YUM!!!
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Don't those brownies ROCK!0
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I made this last week and loved it!
Red Lentils and Spinach in Masala Sauce
nautuallyella.com
Author: Erin Alderson
Recipe type: Dinner
Serves: 2-4
Ingredients
Masala Paste:
1½ teaspoons cumin seeds
1½ teaspoon coriander seeds
2″ piece ginger, peeled and cut into pieces
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes*
1 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons garam marsala
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons peanut or other nut oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
⅓ cup packed cilantro leaves
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1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 small red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup masala paste
1 cup stewed tomatoes
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup red lentils
2 handfuls spinach
Instructions
To make paste, toast cumin and coriander seeds in skillet until fragrant. Use a mortar and pestle (or a spice grinder) to grind spices.
In a small food processor, add ginger and pulse until broken into small pieces. Add red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, garam marsala, and salt. Give a couple pulse to incorporate. Next, add nut oil, tomato paste, and cilantro leaves. Pulse until paste forms and everything is well incorporated. Set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt coconut oil and add diced onion, cooking until translucent, 4-5 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cook for one more minute.
Stir in masala paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, then stir in stewed tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir together and bring to a boil.
Add in lentils and reduce heat to medium low. Cook, stirring often, until lentils are tender, 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in spinach.
Serve with your favorite grain, extra cilantro, and a dollop of greek yogurt.
Notes
**Adapted from Martha Stewart/Jamie Oliver *This dish can be fairly spicy. To cut back, reduce the red pepper.0 -
I came up with these for lunch today as I was pressed for time, hungry and wanting something more then a banana. We've all been there.
Cheater Wraps... romaine lettuce leaves, frozen stir fry veggies sauteed in your seasoning of choice (I used low sodium soy) and fresh berries for dessert. Great quick meal and very satisfying plus full of nutrients and low in calories. A cheater winner! 0
