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Try this healthier dish as a substitute for turkey and dressing. 1 (14-ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained 1 cup wild rice 2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon olive oil ½cup diced yellow onion (approximately 1 small or ½ medium onion) 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced ½ teaspoon sage ½ teaspoon salt splash of soy […]
Mushroom-barley soup is the very definition of comfort food. This healthy shortcut version trims at least an hour off the traditional recipe by using quick-cooking barley and precut fresh mushrooms and carrots. Serves: 6–8 2 cups quick-cooking barley 5 cups water 2 (8-ounce) packages sliced brown or white mushrooms 1 cup pre-grated carrots 1 large […]
This sweet treat is delicious plain or served with fresh berries, pitted cherries, or sliced peaches. Yield: 4 cups (8 servings) 2 (14-ounce) cans coconut milk ½ cup granulated sugar, preferably organic 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In blender, process coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and thoroughly mixed. Pour mixture into […]
This is a simple leave-it-and-go recipe for the slow cooker. Mix everything up and forget it until dinnertime! Serve over brown rice. ½ medium onion, chopped 2 rounded teaspoons garlic paste 2 rounded teaspoons grated ginger or ginger paste 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste 1–2 rounded tablespoons mild curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 4 […]
This cooling condiment, similar to Greek tzatziki, is often served alongside spicier dishes to cool the palate. Be sure to use long, thin English cucumbers. 1½English cucumbers ¼ cup fresh mint or cilantro leaves, chopped juice of 1 lemon or lime ¼ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon coriander ½ red onion, chopped (optional) ½ teaspoon […]
Yield: 6 servings Total prep time: 20 minutes Total cooking time: 3-4 hours on low, or 1½-2 hours on high This lasagna is perfect for a meat eater who’d like to try a vegetarian dish. It’s easy to make and hearty. Add a nice spinach salad, and you’re all ready to have friends over for […]
Yield: 6 servings ¼ cup vegetable broth 1 onion, chopped 2 large garlic cloves, pressed or minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 cup dry (uncooked) red lentils (3 cups cooked) 1 bay leaf 2 cups water juice of 1 lemon 2 24-ounce […]
Prep time: 20 minutes Difficulty level: easy Yield: 3-4 servings 1 cup red lentils 4 cups water 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 1 carrot, diced 1 parsnip, diced 2-3 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup onion, chopped 1 14-ounce can petite diced tomatoes ½-1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash Southwest Chipotle seasoning blend ½-1 […]
2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 cup onions, chopped 1 cup green pepper, chopped 1 lb. firm tofu, sliced and drained well between paper towels 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric • salt, to taste Sauce: 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano • […]
Ingredients: 1 c. Red lentils (dry) 3 c. Water 1 t. Garlic (fresh, chopped) 1 c. Onions (chopped) 1 t. Sea salt 3 c. Tomato juice 1/2 t. Cayenne pepper 1/8 t. Curry powder 1/2 t. Cumin 1/2 t. Sea salt Chives (garnish) Directions: Rinse lentils under running water to clean. In a medium-size pan, […]