It is cold here in New Jersey, and I’ve been craving warming comfort foods, like this Tempeh Fricassee. For those of you unfamiliar with tempeh, it’s a traditional Indonesian food made with soybeans, and it’s perfect for use in recipes that usually call for meat. Since tempeh is fermented, people have told me that the […]
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Book Review, Recipe and Giveaway: Keep It Vegan
I hadn’t heard of Áine Carlin before I was asked if I wanted to review her cookbook, but now that I’ve spent some time cooking with her new book Keep It Vegan: Over 100 Simple, Healthy and Delicious Dishes, I wish I had gotten to know her sooner! If you haven’t heard of her either, […]
Recipe: Mushroom Stroganoff
This is traditional stroganoff, minus the cow. The sauce is creamy and tangy enough and the mushrooms are meaty enough without the need for animal products. All that and, to boot, this meal can be on your table as soon as your pasta is cooked. Mushroom Stroganoff Ingredients: 12 ounces linguine 3 tablespoons olive oil […]
Product Review: Tosi SuperBites
I was so excited to receive a package of Tosi SuperBites last week. It’s fun getting a box in the mail to open up. Tosi SuperBites are Organic and available in Cashew and Almond. They come in adorable packets and already cut for you! They’re vegan, wheat-free, gluten-free, yeast-free, dairy-free, and trans-fat free. They’re also low glycemic, high […]
Recipe: Slow Cooker Tempeh Braised with Figs and Port Wine
Looking for a sophisticated dish? Well, look no further than this recipe from my first book, The Vegan Slow Cooker. This recipe combines the complex flavor of port wine with fresh figs and nutty tempeh. Serve over mashed potatoes with roasted asparagus for a meal that will wow the toughest critic. Slow Cooker Tempeh Braised with […]