This recipe is from the Engine 2 Diet, a book about a group of Austin, TX firefighters who went vegan for one month to lose weight (some lost more than 20 lbs), lower their cholesterol (one went from 344 to 196), and improve their overall health. Ingredients Lasagna noodles (I used no-boil. If not using …
May
09
Meatless Monday #64: Gnocchi With Summer Vegetables
Ingredients 1 package gnocchi (Vegans, some gnocchi may have egg, so check ingredients. I used Gia Russa Whole Wheat Gnocchi.) 1 can diced tomatoes 1 small (8oz) can tomato sauce squash and/or zucchini broccoli spinach onion (I used green onion) 3-4 garlic cloves fresh basil leaves (optional) 1-2 tbs olive oil or vegetable broth Directions …
May
05
Cinco Salsas for Cinco De Mayo
Hello, my name is Angie and I am an addict. Salsa is my drug. I can not resist it and I constantly crave it. This is what growing up in San Antonio will do to a person. While living on the east coast for 7 years, I never once found salsa that was up to …
Apr
04
Meatless Monday #61: Egyptian Koshari
I fell in love with Koshari when I went to Egypt. (Also spelled Koshare or Kushare.) It’s a cheap, traditional dish there that they sell from carts and walk-up windows. And it is delicious and really easy to make! Ingredients Pasta* (a small noodle, like elbow macaroni or mini-shells is best) Rice* Lentils 1 can …
Feb
14
Meatless Monday #55: Artichoke & Garlic Stuffed Baguette
Ingredients 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped 3-4 large garlic cloves, chopped or pressed 2 tbs olive oil 1/2 tsp dried oegano 1/2 tsp salt 1 baguette Other possible additions: sun-dried tomatoes, vegan mozzarella or Parmesan, olives, cannellini beans Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375. Slice baguette in half lengthwise. 2. Combine oil, garlic, artichokes, oregano, …
Oct
18
Meatless Monday #42: Tostadas and A Twist on Pico
‘Pico de gallo’ is Spanish for ‘rooster’s beak.’ The legend is that this Mexican condiment got its name because it was originally eaten with the thumb and forefinger, resembling the actions of a pecking rooster. Ingredients: Tortillas (I used flour) Soy chorizo, or Meatless crumbles, or black beans, or refried beans Tomato (I used heirloom …
Sep
20
Meatless Monday #40: Stuffed Zucchini and Other Finger Foods!
A delayed post this Monday morning because we didn’t have any internet over the weekend! Pictures coming as soon as our internet at home is back up! Saturday night we had some friends over to watch the Texas v. Texas Tech game which is a big rivalry in our household since I am a UT …
Sep
13
Meatless Monday #39: Pinto Bean Pasta
This recipe is from The Get Healthy, Go Vegan Cookbook (which was given to me by Caitlin & Ben – thanks guys!) (PS – The links to this cookbook are affiliate links, which means that if you buy the book through this link, I get a few measley cents. Any money earned from affiliate links …
Apr
05
Meatless Monday #28: Spinach and Artichoke Pasta
This one is SO easy and SO tasty! Ingredients: Fresh spinach Tomato Artichoke hearts olive oil lemon (optional) pasta (whole wheat is best) Directions: 1. Boil the pasta according to directions. 2. In a pan, sautee artichoke hearts, chopped tomato, and spinach in some olive oil and lemon juice. 3. Serve the veggies over the …
