When it’s cold out which it is in most places these days, except for you lucky people down under, this is the kind of recipe that can warm you right up. The origin of Shepherd’s Pie was the shepherd using what he, or she, had around to make a dish worth eating. Since we are shepherding in a new way of eating for many people,
Smoky Sweet Black-Eyed Peas
I wanted to be sure that you have black eyed peas on the menu for the New Year to bring you health, wealth and good eating. Since I recently wrote this post for California Beans, I will share it with you here. I can’t recall exactly when I first heard about eating black-eyed peas for good luck in the new year but think that it
Vegan Holiday Desserts
Even though many are stuffed at the end of the Thanksgiving meal, it seems like dessert is the period in a sentence. The meal’s not done without a sweet ending. I have a few desserts that work well for the holidays or any time. If none of my recipes appeal to you, check out my vegan pastry chef friend Fran Costiagn’s website. Vegan Holiday Desserts:
Vegan Holiday Side Dishes
You know that for vegans, the holiday meal is often all about the side dishes. Even if you have omnis at your table, these dishes will likely appeal to them. These recipes appear in my cookbook Vegan Under Pressure along with many others. Vegan Holiday Side Dishes: Garlic Parsley Mashed Potatoes Maple Vinegar Braised Parsnips Maple Mustard Brussels Sprouts Looking for a new use for leftover cranberries
Vegan Holiday Soups and Salads
Starting your holiday meal with a healthy soup and salad can aid digestion and help prevent overeating. Not everyone will choose to indulge but if you make it and there are leftovers, so much better for you. Vegan Holiday Soups: These vegan holiday soups are family favorites and are a perfect way to start your holiday meal. Curried Pear and Squash Soup from my cookbook The New Fast
Vegan Holiday Appetizers
There’s nothing like having a little something to start off a meal and keep hunger at bay while the rest of the food is cooking. Here is a list of some of my favorite vegan holiday appetizers that you can find on my blog. These recipes are uncomplicated and a healthy way to start your holiday meal. Vegan Holiday Appetizers: Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms Herbed Polenta
Creamy Winter Squash Soup with Toasted Pumpkin Seed-Apple Topping
I make winter squash soup twenty different ways, depending upon the type of squash and how I season it. This soup has double apple flavoring and a touch of curry powder. The addition of coconut milk makes it rich, while using coconut water adds flavor but keeps the soup lighter. The topping takes it a big step beyond ordinary. If you like this soup and
Vegan Under Pressure Blog Book Tour
I have so much gratitude for the bloggers, authors and podcasters who participated in my blog book tour and helped me (and still do) promote my book Vegan Under Pressure earlier this year. Without their support, and yours, it would be much more difficult to be aligned with my mission to help more people eat better tasting, healthier food and prepare it with less effort. I
Tapioca Berry Parfait – Vegan Under Pressure
Thank you to the following for reviewing Vegan Under Pressure and featuring the Tapioca Berry Parfait recipe on your blogs. This recipe can be found below and on page 302 of Vegan Under Pressure. Debbie from The Health Seakers Kitchen Fran from FranCostigan.com Joanne from Foods for Long Life Julie from JulieHasson.com Making dessert doesn’t get much easier than this. Be sure to use a 6-quart
Straightforward Cashew Lemon Cheezecake – Vegan Under Pressure
Thank you to the following for reviewing Vegan Under Pressure and featuring the Straightforward Cashew Lemon Cheezecake recipe on your blogs. This recipe can be found below and on page 290 of Vegan Under Pressure. Jenna from Good Good Things Kathy from Healthy Slow Cooking (thank you for the great photo!) Sarah from Heal Grow Blossom Kittee from Cake Maker to the Stars I am not