Spanish Rice

Inspired by recipe in The Art of Vegetarian Cookery by Betty Wason Eating out while vegetarian is almost always filled with trepidation and anxiety. I hate inadvertently making a big deal out of my eating habits. I hate the vapid, deer in the headlights look I sometimes get from food service professionals when I ask, do you know if the (insert dish name here) has any … Continue reading Spanish Rice

Veggiestrone Soup

Original recipe by Wendy Roupp of Eating Well magazine I found this recipe a few years ago and it has been a lifesaver. To make it my own I’ve added a lot of seasoning and extra beans to make this recipe even more delicious than the original. This soup is extremely satisfying and flavorful. It makes enough to feed an army, so if you don’t have … Continue reading Veggiestrone Soup

Pot Roast (Kinda Carne con Papa)

Before I became vegetarian, I remember saying I could never be a vegetarian because I couldn’t imagine giving up Carne Con Papa. So deep was my love of this classic Cuban comfort food. Carne Con Papa is akin to American Pot Roast with a few key differences: white wine vs. red, and cumin and oregano vs. rosemary and thyme . Cubans like Americans are very keen on … Continue reading Pot Roast (Kinda Carne con Papa)

Garlic Rosemary Potatoes

This is a very simple, easy recipe that looks great on the plate and smells absolutely delicious while it’s cooking. Who doesn’t love roasted potatoes? This dish pairs well with just about anything; I like to serve it with brown rice and red quinoa and a Quorn cranberry and goat cheese chik’n cutlet. It also works great for holiday meals since it is basically comfort food. … Continue reading Garlic Rosemary Potatoes

Brown rice and red quinoa

This dish adds a little crunch and a lot of iron to any plate. For those looking to replace white rice, this is a nutty and flavorful alternative. Serve it as a side with anything. It’s very filling and fulfilling. 4-6 servings Ingredients: 1 C Vegetable Stock 1 1/4 C Water 3/4 C Brown rice 1/4 C Red quinoa (rinsed) 1/3 C chopped dry roasted almonds … Continue reading Brown rice and red quinoa

White and Red Quinoa

Quinoa should be a staple in every vegetarian’s diet. Not only does it taste delicious, but it is a vegetable source of complete protein which means it contains all the essential amino acids needed for growth and development. Quinoa is a rich source of B vitamins: B6, thiamine, riboflavin and folate and the minerals iron, magnesium, phosphorous and zinc.  It is also a moderate source of vitamin … Continue reading White and Red Quinoa