Balsamic-Roasted Seitan
1 & 1/2 lbs cipollini onions (or small white boiling onions) 16 oz of seitan cut into 1-inch chunks 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 1 cup dry red wine 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup coconut oil or butter, melted 1/4 cup tamari/soy sauce 1 TBSP honey (or about 6 drops of liquid stevia) 1 TBSP chopped, fresh parsley Preheat oven to 475. In a large saucepan over high heat, bring approx 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the onions & blanch for 30 seconds. Drain the onions in a colander & cool under cold running water. Pull off their skins & drain. In a large ovenproof saute pan,...
Read MorePasta Fagiole
Just one of many ways to make this type of dish…. butter, ghee, or extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, chopped garlic (however much you like), cut into chunks 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper (or more) 4 carrots, chopped 4 celery stalks, chopped 32 oz veggie or chicken broth 2 cans cannelini or great northern beans handful of parsley, chopped (optional) 1 lb whole grain pasta (elbows or small shells work well for this) pure salt & freshly ground pepper to taste While the water for the pasta is heating up, prep veggies. Heat butter or oil in large saute pan & cook onions, gently,...
Read MoreTempeh & Veggie Stew
4 TBSP butter, ghee, or coconut oil 4 (3 to 4 inch) strips kombu seaweed, broken into 1 inch pieces 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 TBSP peeled, minced fresh ginger 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or sage 2 (8 oz) packages soy tempeh, cut into 1-inch squares 4 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 1 TBSP pure maple syrup (or 6 drops of liquid stevia) 1 large onion, cut into 1/2 inch think slices 1 & 1/2 pounds winter squash, seeded & cut into 2-inch chunks 1 large or 2 medium parsnips, peeled & cut into 1/2 inch thick slices 2 large carrots, peeled & cut into 1/2 inch thick slices pure salt 2 tsps...
Read MoreSmokey Tempeh Chili
2 TBSP coconut oil, butter, or ghee 2 stalks celery, chopped 1/2 large onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 8 oz soy tempeh, chopped well (1 package) 1 TBSP chili powder 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 13 oz can peeled, ground or crushed tomatoes 1 bay leaf 2 tsps natural sugar (or 4 drops liquid stevia) 2 TBSP brown rice vinegar 2 TBSP tomato paste 1 tsp pure salt 1 can (14 & 1/2 oz) chili beans (pinto, kidney, black, or a combination) 1/4 tsp liquid smoke Crumble or chop the tempeh. In a large, heavy based saucepan, heat the oil and on low and saute the celery, onions and...
Read MoreApple Stuffed Acorn Squash
2 acorn squash, halved & seeded 3 cups peeled, cubed apples (about 3 apples) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) 2 TBSP natural sugar 2 TBSP raisins 2 TBSP butter, coconut oil or ghee, melted 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Preheat oven to 350. Place squash cut side down, in a baking pan filled 1/4 inch high with hot water. Bake 30 mins. While squash is baking, in a large bowl, toss together all other ingredients. Remove pan from oven & discard the water. Place squash cut side up & fill each half with apple mixture. Bake 30 mins longer....
Read MoreMalaysian Rempeh Tempeh
1 pound soy tempeh, cut into roughly 1 inch squares (2 packages) 1 red chile pepper, seeded & chopped 2 shallots, roughly chopped 3 garlic cloves 2 tsp grated ginger 2 TBSP good quality ketchup or BBQ sauce 1 TBSP lime juice 1 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 1 TBSP water 1 tsp natural sugar (or 2 drops of liquid stevia) 3 TBSP coconut oil 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or cilantro Steam the tempeh for 30 mins, drain & set aside. In a small food processor or blender, combine the chiles, shallots, garlic & ginger, process to a paste & set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet over...
Read MoreBaked Mac & Cheese
5 & 1/2 TBSP butter 1 cup whole milk, half & half, or heavy cream 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (or whatever type of cheese you prefer) 1 tsp pure salt 1 pound small shells (or other small pasta shape) pinch of ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp ground mustard (optional) 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 1/3 cup plain bread crumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (or regular parmesan) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Use 1/2 TBSP of the butter to grease a 9×13 inch baking dish & set aside. Dice 4 TBSP of the butter & place in a large bowl (big enough to fit the pasta). Pour the...
Read MoreSpinach & Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
For the Pesto: 2 cups packed spinach leaves 1/2 cup packed parsley leaves 1/2 cup walnuts 1 small garlic clove 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp pure salt Place spinach, parsley, walnuts & garlic in a food processor (a blender won’t work). Process until finely chopped (stopping to scrape down sides as needed). While motor is running, gradually pour in olive oil and salt. Serve over whole grain pasta topped with roasted peppers (or use for sandwich spread). For the Peppers: 1 or 2 red peppers Preheat broiler on high. Cut peppers in half lengthwise discarding the seeds &...
Read MoreSummer Pasta w/ Raw Arugula & Tomatoes
4 cups arugula leaves (stems removed) 3 TBSP butter, ghee, or extra virgin olive oil 2 medium garlic cloves, crushed or minced 3 medium, ripe tomatoes (about 1 & 1/4 pounds), cored & chopped pure salt freshly ground black pepper 1 pound whole grain pasta Boil water for pasta. Wash & dry arugula. Slice the leaves into thin strips & set aside in a bowl large enough to hold the cooked pasta. Heat the oil in a skillet. Add garlic & saute over medium heat about 2 mins. Add the tomatoes & salt to taste & cook, stirring occasionally, just until the tomatoes are...
Read MoreRed Wine, Red Bean & Portobello Ragout
2 TBSP coconut oil, butter, or ghee 1 cup diced red onion 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 7 fresh sage leaves, chopped 2 large portobello mushrooms, washed, stems removed, caps sliced 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more!) 1/2 cup dry red wine 1 (14 oz) can whole peeled tomatoes w/ their juice, chopped 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans (or pintos, or adzukis) 2 tsps tamari/soy sauce 1/4 cup gruyere cheese for garnish (optional) 2 TBSP chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional) In a large saute pan over medium heat, warm the oil or butter until hot, but not smoking. Add the onion, garlic,...
Read MoreOpen-Faced Tempeh Sandwich w/ Mushroom Gravy
Well, my eyes were bigger than my stomach. there IS a piece of bread under there! 2 TBSP coconut oil 1 cup thinly sliced onion (about 1 medium onion) 1 cup thinly sliced mushrooms (any kind you like are fine) 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 TBSP finely chopped fresh sage 1 (8 oz) package of soy tempeh cut into strips 2 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 1 & 1/2 cups water (optional – see notes) 1 & 1/2 TBSP flour your favorite bread, toasted minced parsley for garnish (optional) Prep the veggies. In a large saute pan, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion & cook, stirring...
Read MorePenne w/ Tomatoes, Rosemary & Balsamic
3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, minced (or chopped) 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary leaves 1 28 oz package whole plum tomatoes, drained & chopped 1/2 tsp pure salt freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 lb whole grain penne or ziti 2 tsps balsamic vinegar Boil water for pasta. Heat oil in a large saute pan and add the onion, sauteing over medium heat until translucent – about 5 mins. Stir in the rosemary & cook for 30 seconds to release its flavor. Add the tomatoes, salt & pepper and simmer until the sauce thickens – about 10 mins. Cook pasta until al...
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