Linguine, Roasted Garlic Cloves and Spinach

Ingredients: 1 whole head garlic, unpeeled 2 t. olive oil 1 T. minced garlic 7 c. spinach, firmly packed, rinsed, and shredded into 1-inch strips 1/2 t. salt 8 oz. linguine 1 to 2 T. sesame oil, preferably dark 2T. lemon juice 1 to 2 T. sesame seeds, toasted Directions: Preheat oven to 350 deg. […]

Creamy Tofu Over Pasta

Ingredients: 8 oz. pasta (bows, macaroni, fettuccine) 1 T. olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, chunked 2 c. mushrooms, sliced 2 T. parsley, diced 1/4 t. thyme 1/2 t. basil 1/3 cup flour 2 c. calcium-fortified soy milk 1/2 lb. tofu, crumbled 1 c. peas 1/2 t. salt […]

Rice Stack

Ingredients: 2/3 c. cooked brown rice 1 c. pinto beans 1 c. romaine lettuce 1 diced tomato 1/8 c. diced onion 2 T. Sour Supreme 5 black olives 1/4 c. avocado, chopped 4 T. salsa grated soy cheese Directions: Layer the ingredients in the order listed, or to suit personal preference. Add soy cheese. This […]

Cold Fruit Punch

Ingredients: 3 c. pineapple chunks 2 papayas, peeled and cut into chunks 2 c. raw guava 4 c. orange juice, freshly squeezed 4 c. carbonated water Directions: In a blender or processor, nearly liquefy the pineapple chunks in two batches with 1/2-cup of water for each batch. Blend or process the remaining fruit in batches […]

Sun-dried Tomato Hummus

Ingredients: Serve this with triangles of fresh pita bread for a refreshing appetizer on a warm summer evening. 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 c. canned garbanzo beans, drained 1/3 c. hot water 3 T. tahini 2 t. lemon juice 5 sun-dried tomato halves, finely chopped 1 T. minced cilantro Directions: In a food processor, […]

Black Bean Cakes & Red Pepper Coulis

Ingredients: 1 c. Carrots (shredded) 1 med. Onion (chopped fine) 1/4 c. Canola oil (or olive oil) 1 med. Red pepper (diced fine) 1 med. Yellow pepper (diced fine) 3 c. Black beans (drained) 2 t. Cumin 1T. Parsley (fresh or dried) 1/4 to 1/2 t. Ceyenne pepper 11/2 t. Salt 1 c. Cornmeal Red […]

Zesty Salsa

Ingredients: 1 lg. tomato, chopped 1/2 c. onion, chopped 1 4-oz. can green chilies, diced 2 t. fresh cilantro, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 t. salt Directions: Combine all ingredients. Allow to marinate one hour before serving. Delicious with entrée or as a dip for vegetables or chips. Makes: 2 cups. Nutritional Information: Calories […]

Sedevan Spinach Salad

Ingredients: 7 c. spinach (fresh, chopped) 1 1/2 c. corn (frozen, thawed) 1 red or orange bell pepper (seeded, finely chopped) Dressing: 2 T. olive oil (extra virgin) 2 t. lemon juice (freshly squeezed) 1/2 t. vegetable seasoning Directions: Mix spinach, corn, and pepper together in large bowl. Blend dressing with wire whip or shaker. […]

Citrus and Green Salad

Ingredients: 6 ripe but firm Roma plum tomatoes, chopped 1/2 medium red onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped juice of 1 lime 3 tomatillos (Mexican green tomatoes), peeled and chopped 1/4 c. fresh cilantro, minced 1 jalapeño chile (roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped) or 1 T. canned jalapeño chilies, chopped Directions: Place all ingredients in […]

Tropical Apricot Salad

Ingredients: 2 c. fresh apricots, pitted and sliced 2 c. fresh strawberries, halved 1 c. kiwi fruit, pared and sliced 2 T. apricot nectar 2 T. lemon juice 1/4 c. unsweetened coconut flakes, lightly toasted 1 T. fresh mint Directions: In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; toss. Serve chilled. Serves: 5. Nutritional Information: Per […]