Here are today's six recipes. Enjoy!
BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH APPLE STUFFING
Yield: 4 stuffed squash halves (4 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml
Ingredients
2 small acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds total), halved and seeded
1 large or 2 small apples, peeled, diced
2 tablespoons diced celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
Pinch of salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Prepare a square baking pan with nonstick pan spray.
Place the squash cut side down in a baking pan. Bake 20 minutes.
While the squash is baking, combine the apples, celery, onion, margarine, and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl; mix well.
Turn the squash, cut sides up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide the apple mixture to fill the cavities of the squash. Bake the stuffed squash halves, covered with foil, for 30 minutes more. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 87; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 63 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch
TERIYAKI TOFU KABOBS
Yield: 4 servings (2 skewers per serving)
Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml
Ingredients
8 bamboo skewers
3/4 pound extra firm tofu, drained and cut into 32 cubes
1 red pepper, cut into 16 squares
1 cup canned pineapple chunks, reserve 1/2 cup juice
1 tablespoon lite soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoon minced ginger
Directions
Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to keep them from burning as you cook the skewers.
Meanwhile, put the tofu, red pepper, and pineapple chunks in a plastic bag or container with a lid. Add reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Drain, reserving marinade to baste. Thread the tofu, red pepper, and pineapple on the skewers.
Prepare an outdoor grill or oven broiler with the rack set 6 inches from the heat source. Grill or broil the kabobs about 5 minutes per side, basting with the marinade. Serve with brown rice.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 kabobs): Calories: 107, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 147 mg, Carbohydrate: 17 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 14 g, Protein: 7 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 1 Very Lean Meat
GRILLED ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD
This comes from the January/February 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “The pear symbolizes female fertility, notes the Stanford Inn by the Sea coproprietor Jeff Stanford. Cinnamon and cloves add spiciness, turning up the heat.” Serves 2 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
Poached Pears
1 Bosc pear, peeled and halved
1 1/2 cups Merlot wine or apple juice
1/3 cup agave nectar
2 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole cloves
Dressing
1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup or agave nectar
1 Tbs. olive oil
Salad
Vegetable oil, for brushing grill pan
2 red endives, halved lengthwise
1 cup frisée lettuce
1 green onion, thinly sliced on bias (2 Tbs.)
To make Poached Pears: Combine all ingredients in small saucepan with pear halves round-side down; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer 15 to 25 minutes, or until tender, spooning liquid over pears to make sure they cook through. Cool in liquid.
To make Dressing: Whisk together all ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and set aside.
To make Salad: Brush indoor grill pan with oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Brush endives with Dressing, and cook, cut-side down, 5 minutes, or until slightly wilted.
Toss remaining Dressing with frisée and green onion in bowl. Divide among 2 plates. Slice Poached Pears, and fan on one side of each plate. Top frisée with endive halves, and drizzle with pear poaching liquid.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 247; Protein: 1 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 42 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 16 mg; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 33 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
CLEAN MEXICAN MERINGUE COOKIES
This recipe was in an email from my favorite health food store, Rollin’ Oats. They have two stores in the Tampa Bay (Fla) area, one in Tampa, the other in St. Petersburg. I have yet to make it to the Tampa store, but I can honestly say that the St. Petersburg store rocks! (Yes, this is a plug for them – go visit them if you haven't already – and no, I haven't been paid or otherwise compensated for writing this.)
Anyway, this recipe is by their Corporate Executive Chef, Mario Martinez and can be viewed online at http://rollinoats.com/recipe/clean-mexican-meringue-cookies/.
Ingredients:
1/2 c. Slivered almonds
1 c. Sugar
5 Tbsp. Dutch process cocoa powder
3 Tbsp. Cornstarch
1 1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon
4 Large egg whites
1/4 tsp. Cream of tartar
1 tsp. Pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. Pure almond extract
1 1/2 oz. Semisweet or bittersweet (not unsweetened) chocolate
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
Spread almonds in a pie pan and bake for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 200°F.
In a food processor, pulse the toasted almonds with 1/3 cup of the sugar until finely chopped. Add cocoa, cornstarch and cinnamon and pulse just until mixed; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer on low speed just until frothy. Add cream of tartar; increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 2/3-cup sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until the whites form firm, but still moist, peaks. Add vanilla and almond extracts and beat just until blended. In 2 additions, gently fold the reserved cocoa mixture into the beaten whites just until blended.
Drop heaping teaspoonfuls of the batter, 1 inch apart, onto the prepared baking sheets, or pipe the batter through a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2 inch plain tip. Bake, using both oven racks, for 1 1/2 hours, alternating the positions of the baking sheets halfway through the baking time. Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool in the oven for 1 hour, then peel them off the parchment paper.
Melt chocolate in a small bowl set over a pan of almost simmering water or in the microwave. Use a small pastry brush to apply a thin coating of chocolate to the flat side of the meringues. Let the meringues stand, chocolate side up, until the chocolate has set.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
VEGGIE BURGER
This comes from Food.com. It begins, “A homemade substitute for hamburgers, if you ever have a veggie at a party or barbeque. Good, even without the bun!” Prep Time: 5 minutes; Cook Time: 15 minutes; Yield: 4 patties.
To view this online, go to http://www.food.com/recipe/veggie-burger-104977.
Ingredients
1
(15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup mushroom, finely chopped
1/4 cup onion, finelly chopped
1 carrot, shredded
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste or 2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper, to taste
Directions
Throw all ingredients in food processor (or blender, if you don't have one).
Pulse (or blend) until coarsely chopped.
Chill mixture, then shape into four (4) 1/2-inch thick patties.
Now you can wrap and freeze them for later.
To cook, thaw patties in microwave, then broil 4-6 inches from heat for 10 to 15 minutes (or until warm in the middle).
You can do this in your broiler or on the grill.
Serve like you do your favorite meat patties!
CHOCOLATE CHIP SHORTBREAD
This comes from the November/December 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 45. It starts off, “Rich, buttery shortbread is an ideal holiday cookie option because it keeps well and is sturdy enough to pack into gift baskets or send to faraway friends and family. For party preparation, either premeasure ingredients and combine on-site, or make the dough, press into the pan, and bake when you arrive.” Makes 60 cookies.
This can be viewe online at here.
3 2⁄3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. (4 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup real maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups mini chocolate chips, divided
Preheat oven to 325°F. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in large bowl, and set aside. Beat butter, sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract with electric mixer 4 minutes, or until light and fluffy. Add flour mixture and mix until combined. Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
Transfer dough to 15- x 11-inch ungreased jelly-roll pan. Press dough smooth with fingers, and prick all over with fork. Bake 35 minutes, or until edges just begin to brown and dough looks slightly firm. Remove from oven and, using thin knife, cut shortbread into approximately 3- x 1-inch pieces in pan. (First cut 4 3-inch rows lengthwise; then cut 1-inch pieces crosswise.) Allow shortbread to cool completely in pan on wire rack.
Meanwhile, melt remaining 1 cup chocolate chips in top of double boiler on low heat, or melt in glass bowl in microwave 30 seconds to1 minute. Spread melted chocolate onto shortbread, spreading almost to edges. Refrigerate 15 to 20 minutes to allow chocolate topping to set. Break apart, and serve.
nutritional information Per Cookie: Calories: 125; Protein: 1 g; Total Fat: 7.5 g; Saturated Fat: 4.5 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Sodium: 64 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 7 g
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Monday Recipes
Enjoy!
PUMPKIN GRATIN
This comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “This Provençal dish is a favorite throughout France, where large wedges of pumpkin are sold at vegetable markets in the fall and winter. If you don’t have fresh sage, simply substitute 1 Tbs. dried rubbed sage.” Serves 6.
1 2 1/2-lb. pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cubed
8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (about 2 1/2 Tbs.)
1/3 cup chopped parsley
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 350F. Spray 9×13-inch baking dish or gratin dish with nonstick spray.
Toss pumpkin cubes with garlic, parsley, sage, and salt and black pepper to taste. Transfer to baking dish, and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake 1 hour, or until pumpkin begins to soften and brown around the edges, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven, and toss with cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake 15 minutes more, or until top is golden brown.
nutritional information per serving: Calories: 170; Protein: 5 g; Total Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Sodium: 167 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 6 g
SAVORY PUMPKIN QUICHE
This also comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “Who says pumpkin pie has to be sweet? This version goes together in no time and makes a great autumn supper served with whole-grain bread and a tossed salad.” Serves 6; makes 1 8-inch pie.
1/2 cup low-fat Gruyère cheese
1 frozen 9-inch prepared piecrust
1 cup low-fat milk
2 large eggs
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 cup fresh or canned pumpkin purée
Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle cheese over bottom of piecrust.
Whisk together milk, eggs, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Blend in pumpkin. Pour mixture over cheese in crust.
Bake 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F, and bake 45 to 50 minutes more, or until pie filling has set and tip of knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
nutritional information per serving: Calories: 206; Protein: 9 g; Total Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Cholesterol: 146 mg; Sodium: 321 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 3 g
SPOON BREAD WITH FRESH SAGE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 61. It begins, “A puddinglike side dish from the South, spoon bread goes together in no time and should be eaten piping hot. Before chopping fresh sage, rub the leaves between your fingers to test its pungency. If the scent isn’t strong, increase the amount you’re using to 3 or 4 tablespoons.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/spoon-bread-with-fresh-sage/.
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1 tsp. salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 Tbs. butter, plus more for greasing dish
1 tsp. baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup low-fat milk
Preheat oven to 425˚F. Butter 9-inch-square glass or enamel baking dish.
Bring 2 cups water, sage, and salt to a boil in large saucepan. Stir in cornmeal, and bring back to a boil, stirring constantly, or until cornmeal begins to thicken. Remove from heat, and stir in butter until melted. Cool 10 minutes. Stir in baking powder.
Lightly beat eggs in bowl, then whisk in milk until combined. Whisk egg mixture into cornmeal mixture, and pour into prepared baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until top begins to brown and spoon bread looks set.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 137; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 5.5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Sodium: 417 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 2 g; Gluten-Free
VEGAN MOUSSAKA
Another recipe from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 64. This one begins, “Mashed potatoes replace cream sauce and ground lentils replace lamb in a casserole that serves a crowd. If you don't have a deep (3 inches) baking dish, make this in two separate dishes.”
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/vegan-moussaka/.
5 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (3 1/2 lb.)
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 Tbs. dried oregano
2 15-oz. cans chopped tomatoes
2/3 cup green lentils
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
2 medium eggplants, sliced
2 small zucchini, sliced
3 tomatoes, thinly sliced
Cook potatoes and garlic in boiling salted water 10 minutes, or until soft. Drain, and reserve liquid. Mash with 1/4 cup olive oil and 2 cups cooking liquid. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat 2 Tbs. olive oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and oregano, and sauté 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, lentils, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and 3 cups potato cooking liquid. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Remove bay leaf and cinnamon, and purée lentils in food processor until chunky. Season with salt and pepper.
Place eggplant slices on paper-towel-lined baking sheet, and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse, and pat dry.
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Coat deep 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon 1 1/2 cups lentil mixture into bottom. Top with eggplant, followed by zucchini and tomatoes. Spoon 2 cups lentil mixture over top. Spread half of potatoes over lentil mixture. Top with remaining eggplant, and lentil mixture. Spread remaining potatoes over top, making sure to cover completely. Bake 1 1/2 hours, or until top is browned.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 274; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 8.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 46 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 587 mg; Fiber: 12 g; Sugar: 9 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
SEARED BROCCOLI AND POTATO SOUP
This comes from Melissa Clark from The New York Times' Cooking newsletter. If you haven't already signed up for their newsletter, I highly recommend it.
For this recipe, Melissa writes, “This is not your average broccoli soup. Instead of merely boiling the broccoli to cook it, here, the florets are seared until deeply browned on one side while remaining bright green on the other. This gives the soup a layer of caramelized flavor while also preserving the fresh green taste of the broccoli itself. It’s a technique inspired by Andrew Feinberg of Franny’s restaurant in Brooklyn, who also uses it for zucchini soup. In this version, we’ve added potato for body, chile flakes for spice and lemon zest to heighten the citrus tang at the end.” Time: 45 minutes; makes 4 to 6 servings.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more as needed
2 heads broccoli (about 2 pounds), separated into small florets, stems peeled and diced
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large Spanish onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoons black pepper, more for finishing
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 pound potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, more to taste
Grated Parmesan, to finish
Flaky sea salt, to finish
Preparation
In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. Add about a third of the broccoli, just enough so that it covers the bottom of the pan in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook broccoli without moving it for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until dark brown on 1 side only (leave the other side bright green). Transfer to a big bowl and repeat with remaining broccoli and more oil. When all the broccoli has been browned, season with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to pan. Add onions and garlic, black and red peppers, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook onion-garlic mixture until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add potato to the pot with 1 quart water and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, cover pot and cook until potato is just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add broccoli, cover again and cook until tender, another 5 to 10 minutes.
Add lemon zest and roughly purée soup with an immersion or regular blender, leaving some small chunks for texture. Stir in lemon juice. Finish with grated Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper and flaky sea salt.
GRILLED ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD
This comes from the January/February 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “The pear symbolizes female fertility, notes the Stanford Inn by the Sea coproprietor Jeff Stanford. Cinnamon and cloves add spiciness, turning up the heat.” Serves 2 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
Poached Pears
1 Bosc pear, peeled and halved
1 1/2 cups Merlot wine or apple juice
1/3 cup agave nectar
2 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole cloves
Dressing
1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup or agave nectar
1 Tbs. olive oil
Salad
Vegetable oil, for brushing grill pan
2 red endives, halved lengthwise
1 cup frisée lettuce
1 green onion, thinly sliced on bias (2 Tbs.)
To make Poached Pears: Combine all ingredients in small saucepan with pear halves round-side down; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer 15 to 25 minutes, or until tender, spooning liquid over pears to make sure they cook through. Cool in liquid.
To make Dressing: Whisk together all ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and set aside.
To make Salad: Brush indoor grill pan with oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Brush endives with Dressing, and cook, cut-side down, 5 minutes, or until slightly wilted.
Toss remaining Dressing with frisée and green onion in bowl. Divide among 2 plates. Slice Poached Pears, and fan on one side of each plate. Top frisée with endive halves, and drizzle with pear poaching liquid.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 247; Protein: 1 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 42 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 16 mg; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 33 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
PUMPKIN GRATIN
This comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “This Provençal dish is a favorite throughout France, where large wedges of pumpkin are sold at vegetable markets in the fall and winter. If you don’t have fresh sage, simply substitute 1 Tbs. dried rubbed sage.” Serves 6.
1 2 1/2-lb. pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cubed
8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (about 2 1/2 Tbs.)
1/3 cup chopped parsley
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 350F. Spray 9×13-inch baking dish or gratin dish with nonstick spray.
Toss pumpkin cubes with garlic, parsley, sage, and salt and black pepper to taste. Transfer to baking dish, and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake 1 hour, or until pumpkin begins to soften and brown around the edges, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven, and toss with cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake 15 minutes more, or until top is golden brown.
nutritional information per serving: Calories: 170; Protein: 5 g; Total Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Sodium: 167 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 6 g
SAVORY PUMPKIN QUICHE
This also comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “Who says pumpkin pie has to be sweet? This version goes together in no time and makes a great autumn supper served with whole-grain bread and a tossed salad.” Serves 6; makes 1 8-inch pie.
1/2 cup low-fat Gruyère cheese
1 frozen 9-inch prepared piecrust
1 cup low-fat milk
2 large eggs
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 cup fresh or canned pumpkin purée
Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle cheese over bottom of piecrust.
Whisk together milk, eggs, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Blend in pumpkin. Pour mixture over cheese in crust.
Bake 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F, and bake 45 to 50 minutes more, or until pie filling has set and tip of knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
nutritional information per serving: Calories: 206; Protein: 9 g; Total Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Cholesterol: 146 mg; Sodium: 321 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 3 g
SPOON BREAD WITH FRESH SAGE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 61. It begins, “A puddinglike side dish from the South, spoon bread goes together in no time and should be eaten piping hot. Before chopping fresh sage, rub the leaves between your fingers to test its pungency. If the scent isn’t strong, increase the amount you’re using to 3 or 4 tablespoons.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/spoon-bread-with-fresh-sage/.
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1 tsp. salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 Tbs. butter, plus more for greasing dish
1 tsp. baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup low-fat milk
Preheat oven to 425˚F. Butter 9-inch-square glass or enamel baking dish.
Bring 2 cups water, sage, and salt to a boil in large saucepan. Stir in cornmeal, and bring back to a boil, stirring constantly, or until cornmeal begins to thicken. Remove from heat, and stir in butter until melted. Cool 10 minutes. Stir in baking powder.
Lightly beat eggs in bowl, then whisk in milk until combined. Whisk egg mixture into cornmeal mixture, and pour into prepared baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until top begins to brown and spoon bread looks set.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 137; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 5.5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Sodium: 417 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 2 g; Gluten-Free
VEGAN MOUSSAKA
Another recipe from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 64. This one begins, “Mashed potatoes replace cream sauce and ground lentils replace lamb in a casserole that serves a crowd. If you don't have a deep (3 inches) baking dish, make this in two separate dishes.”
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/vegan-moussaka/.
5 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (3 1/2 lb.)
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 Tbs. dried oregano
2 15-oz. cans chopped tomatoes
2/3 cup green lentils
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
2 medium eggplants, sliced
2 small zucchini, sliced
3 tomatoes, thinly sliced
Cook potatoes and garlic in boiling salted water 10 minutes, or until soft. Drain, and reserve liquid. Mash with 1/4 cup olive oil and 2 cups cooking liquid. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat 2 Tbs. olive oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and oregano, and sauté 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, lentils, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and 3 cups potato cooking liquid. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Remove bay leaf and cinnamon, and purée lentils in food processor until chunky. Season with salt and pepper.
Place eggplant slices on paper-towel-lined baking sheet, and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse, and pat dry.
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Coat deep 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon 1 1/2 cups lentil mixture into bottom. Top with eggplant, followed by zucchini and tomatoes. Spoon 2 cups lentil mixture over top. Spread half of potatoes over lentil mixture. Top with remaining eggplant, and lentil mixture. Spread remaining potatoes over top, making sure to cover completely. Bake 1 1/2 hours, or until top is browned.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 274; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 8.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 46 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 587 mg; Fiber: 12 g; Sugar: 9 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
SEARED BROCCOLI AND POTATO SOUP
This comes from Melissa Clark from The New York Times' Cooking newsletter. If you haven't already signed up for their newsletter, I highly recommend it.
For this recipe, Melissa writes, “This is not your average broccoli soup. Instead of merely boiling the broccoli to cook it, here, the florets are seared until deeply browned on one side while remaining bright green on the other. This gives the soup a layer of caramelized flavor while also preserving the fresh green taste of the broccoli itself. It’s a technique inspired by Andrew Feinberg of Franny’s restaurant in Brooklyn, who also uses it for zucchini soup. In this version, we’ve added potato for body, chile flakes for spice and lemon zest to heighten the citrus tang at the end.” Time: 45 minutes; makes 4 to 6 servings.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more as needed
2 heads broccoli (about 2 pounds), separated into small florets, stems peeled and diced
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large Spanish onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoons black pepper, more for finishing
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 pound potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, more to taste
Grated Parmesan, to finish
Flaky sea salt, to finish
Preparation
In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. Add about a third of the broccoli, just enough so that it covers the bottom of the pan in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook broccoli without moving it for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until dark brown on 1 side only (leave the other side bright green). Transfer to a big bowl and repeat with remaining broccoli and more oil. When all the broccoli has been browned, season with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to pan. Add onions and garlic, black and red peppers, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook onion-garlic mixture until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add potato to the pot with 1 quart water and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, cover pot and cook until potato is just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add broccoli, cover again and cook until tender, another 5 to 10 minutes.
Add lemon zest and roughly purée soup with an immersion or regular blender, leaving some small chunks for texture. Stir in lemon juice. Finish with grated Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper and flaky sea salt.
GRILLED ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD
This comes from the January/February 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 76. It begins, “The pear symbolizes female fertility, notes the Stanford Inn by the Sea coproprietor Jeff Stanford. Cinnamon and cloves add spiciness, turning up the heat.” Serves 2 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
Poached Pears
1 Bosc pear, peeled and halved
1 1/2 cups Merlot wine or apple juice
1/3 cup agave nectar
2 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole cloves
Dressing
1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs. pure maple syrup or agave nectar
1 Tbs. olive oil
Salad
Vegetable oil, for brushing grill pan
2 red endives, halved lengthwise
1 cup frisée lettuce
1 green onion, thinly sliced on bias (2 Tbs.)
To make Poached Pears: Combine all ingredients in small saucepan with pear halves round-side down; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer 15 to 25 minutes, or until tender, spooning liquid over pears to make sure they cook through. Cool in liquid.
To make Dressing: Whisk together all ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and set aside.
To make Salad: Brush indoor grill pan with oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Brush endives with Dressing, and cook, cut-side down, 5 minutes, or until slightly wilted.
Toss remaining Dressing with frisée and green onion in bowl. Divide among 2 plates. Slice Poached Pears, and fan on one side of each plate. Top frisée with endive halves, and drizzle with pear poaching liquid.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 247; Protein: 1 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 42 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 16 mg; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 33 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
Friday, January 1, 2016
New Year's Recipes
Happy New Year! Here are six recipes to start the New Year off right. Enjoy!
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER IN LEMON-TAHINI SAUCE
This comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 68. It begins, “An avid cook and enthusiastic eater, Tim Miano says his experiments in the kitchen aren’t always successful. But he hit the mark with this delicious side dish that is deceptively simple—our judges were wowed by its speed, ease and incredible flavor. The sauce uses tahini, a Mediterranean paste of ground sesame seeds that can be found in most supermarkets. 1st Place, 2006 recipe contest.” Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1 large head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 1 1/2 lb.)
4 tsp. olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp.)
2 Tbs. tahini
1 Tbs. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
1 Tbs. chopped parsley
1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
Place oven rack in top position. Preheat oven to 425°F.
Toss cauliflower with 2 tsp. olive oil, and season with salt. Spread on large cookie sheet, and bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until cauliflower is fork-tender and slightly browned.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tsp. olive oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté garlic in oil 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Stir in tahini, lemon juice, 5 Tbs. water, and salt. Simmer over low heat 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Divide cauliflower among plates. Whisk sauce, then spoon over cauliflower. Sprinkle with parsley and sesame seeds, and serve.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 112; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 169 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 2 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
CREAMY YOGURT WITH PASSION FRUIT COULIS
This also comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 69. It begins, “This light dessert is a lovely way to end a casual meal. To make your own Greek-style yogurt, place 4 cups low-fat yogurt in a strainer over a bowl, cover, and refrigerate overnight. This drains off excess liquid to thicken the yogurt.” Makes 6 servings in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
6 passion fruit
3/4 cup tangerine or orange juice
3 Tbs. sugar
3 cups low-fat Greek-style yogurt
Mint sprigs for garnish, optional
Cut passion fruit in half, and scoop pulp and seeds into saucepan. Add tangerine juice, sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 5 to 6 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Strain out seeds, and cool.
Divide yogurt among 4 shallow bowls. Spoon passion fruit sauce over top. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 125; Protein: 9 g; Total Fat: 2 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Sodium: 47 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 16 g
FROZEN TOFFEE PIE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “This dessert tastes particularly good after a rich meal when you want something sweet, but not too heavy. There are endless variations to try with different ice creams, toppings, and syrups.” Serves 10.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/frozen-toffee-pie/.
25 chocolate wafer cookies
3 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted
1 qt. low-fat coffee ice cream
1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups nonfat chocolate syrup, warmed
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Pulse cookies to fine crumbs in food processor. Transfer to bowl, and stir in butter. Press into 9-inch pie pan, packing crumbs evenly across bottom and up sides. Bake 8 minutes, then cool.
Soften ice cream 30 minutes in refrigerator. Spread in cooled piecrust. Sprinkle with peanuts, cover with foil, and freeze until firm. Slice, and serve drizzled with chocolate sauce.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 351; Protein: 6 g; Total Fat: 12 g; Saturated Fat: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 54 g; Cholesterol: 27 mg; Sodium: 246 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 38 g
SPOON BREAD WITH FRESH SAGE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 61. It begins, “A puddinglike side dish from the South, spoon bread goes together in no time and should be eaten piping hot. Before chopping fresh sage, rub the leaves between your fingers to test its pungency. If the scent isn’t strong, increase the amount you’re using to 3 or 4 tablespoons.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/spoon-bread-with-fresh-sage/.
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1 tsp. salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 Tbs. butter, plus more for greasing dish
1 tsp. baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup low-fat milk
Preheat oven to 425˚F. Butter 9-inch-square glass or enamel baking dish.
Bring 2 cups water, sage, and salt to a boil in large saucepan. Stir in cornmeal, and bring back to a boil, stirring constantly, or until cornmeal begins to thicken. Remove from heat, and stir in butter until melted. Cool 10 minutes. Stir in baking powder.
Lightly beat eggs in bowl, then whisk in milk until combined. Whisk egg mixture into cornmeal mixture, and pour into prepared baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until top begins to brown and spoon bread looks set.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 137; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 5.5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Sodium: 417 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 2 g; Gluten-Free
NEW YEAR'S BLACK-EYED PEAS AND GREENS
You know I couldn't post today's blog without adding a black-eyed peas recipe! This one comes from the December 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 68. This one begins, "“Eat poor on New Year’s, and eat fat the rest of the year,” goes the saying in the American South, where black-eyed peas are eaten at New Year’s for luck and good fortune. The peas are said to represent coins, and are often eaten alongside collard greens, which represent paper money, as well as golden cornbread. This version replaces the collards with superfood kale." Serves 6
To view this online, click here.
1/2 lb. dried black-eyed peas (1 1/4 cups)
1 bay leaf
2 Tbs. red wine vinegar
1 3/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 12-oz. bunch kale, stems removed, leaves torn into pieces
2 Tbs. lemon juice, divided
2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced (1 1/2 cups)
2 Tbs. olive oil
4 green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbs. finely chopped fresh oregano
Set peas in saucepan, and cover with boiling water; let sit 1 hour. Drain, return peas to saucepan, cover with fresh water, and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes. Add vinegar and 1 tsp. salt, and cook 10 to 25 minutes longer, or until peas are tender but keep their shape.
Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add kale, and boil 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and toss with 1 tsp. lemon juice.
Toss tomatoes with 1/4 tsp. salt in colander. Let sit, shaking occasionally, to drain juices.
Combine remaining 1/2 tsp. salt, remaining 5 tsp. lemon juice, oil, green onions, parsley, and oregano in large bowl.
Drain peas, and remove bay leaf. Add to bowl with lemon juice and herbs, and mix well. Add tomatoes, and mix again. Serve warm, with kale on side.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 195; Protein: 10 g; Total Fat: 6 g;Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 701 mg; Fiber: 8 g; Sugar: 6 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
TEXAS CAVIAR
This comes from Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, About.com's Home Cooking expert. She writes, “This Tex-Mex style of salsa includes beans and white corn, along with the other traditional salsa ingredients of tomatoes, onions, chiles, and cilantro. Here, the chosen beans are canned black-eyed peas, so you can easily put this together. Make it a couple of days in advance so the flavors can meld. Serve with tortilla chips, and you have a crowd-pleasing party appetizer with little effort.”
Prep Time: 10 minutes; Total Time: 10 minutes; Yield: 4 cups
Ingredients
1 (15.8-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained (see Notes)
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomato
1 cup canned white "shoe-peg" corn, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
3 Tablespoons canned chopped mild green chiles
2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar or white vinegar
1 Tablespoon (about 1 medium-sized) minced seeded jalapeno or serrano chile pepper
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine black-eyed peas, tomatoes, corn, green oniones, mild green chiles, vinegar, jalapenos, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir gently until mixed.
Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 days to let flavors meld.
To serve, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and accompany with colorful, plain, or cheesy tortilla chips.
Notes: Feel free to substitute black beans or small pinto beans for the black-eyed peas.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER IN LEMON-TAHINI SAUCE
This comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 68. It begins, “An avid cook and enthusiastic eater, Tim Miano says his experiments in the kitchen aren’t always successful. But he hit the mark with this delicious side dish that is deceptively simple—our judges were wowed by its speed, ease and incredible flavor. The sauce uses tahini, a Mediterranean paste of ground sesame seeds that can be found in most supermarkets. 1st Place, 2006 recipe contest.” Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1 large head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 1 1/2 lb.)
4 tsp. olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp.)
2 Tbs. tahini
1 Tbs. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
1 Tbs. chopped parsley
1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
Place oven rack in top position. Preheat oven to 425°F.
Toss cauliflower with 2 tsp. olive oil, and season with salt. Spread on large cookie sheet, and bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until cauliflower is fork-tender and slightly browned.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tsp. olive oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté garlic in oil 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Stir in tahini, lemon juice, 5 Tbs. water, and salt. Simmer over low heat 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Divide cauliflower among plates. Whisk sauce, then spoon over cauliflower. Sprinkle with parsley and sesame seeds, and serve.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 112; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 169 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 2 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
CREAMY YOGURT WITH PASSION FRUIT COULIS
This also comes from the October 2006 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 69. It begins, “This light dessert is a lovely way to end a casual meal. To make your own Greek-style yogurt, place 4 cups low-fat yogurt in a strainer over a bowl, cover, and refrigerate overnight. This drains off excess liquid to thicken the yogurt.” Makes 6 servings in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
6 passion fruit
3/4 cup tangerine or orange juice
3 Tbs. sugar
3 cups low-fat Greek-style yogurt
Mint sprigs for garnish, optional
Cut passion fruit in half, and scoop pulp and seeds into saucepan. Add tangerine juice, sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 5 to 6 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Strain out seeds, and cool.
Divide yogurt among 4 shallow bowls. Spoon passion fruit sauce over top. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 125; Protein: 9 g; Total Fat: 2 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Sodium: 47 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 16 g
FROZEN TOFFEE PIE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 70. It begins, “This dessert tastes particularly good after a rich meal when you want something sweet, but not too heavy. There are endless variations to try with different ice creams, toppings, and syrups.” Serves 10.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/frozen-toffee-pie/.
25 chocolate wafer cookies
3 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted
1 qt. low-fat coffee ice cream
1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups nonfat chocolate syrup, warmed
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Pulse cookies to fine crumbs in food processor. Transfer to bowl, and stir in butter. Press into 9-inch pie pan, packing crumbs evenly across bottom and up sides. Bake 8 minutes, then cool.
Soften ice cream 30 minutes in refrigerator. Spread in cooled piecrust. Sprinkle with peanuts, cover with foil, and freeze until firm. Slice, and serve drizzled with chocolate sauce.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 351; Protein: 6 g; Total Fat: 12 g; Saturated Fat: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 54 g; Cholesterol: 27 mg; Sodium: 246 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 38 g
SPOON BREAD WITH FRESH SAGE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 61. It begins, “A puddinglike side dish from the South, spoon bread goes together in no time and should be eaten piping hot. Before chopping fresh sage, rub the leaves between your fingers to test its pungency. If the scent isn’t strong, increase the amount you’re using to 3 or 4 tablespoons.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/spoon-bread-with-fresh-sage/.
2 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
1 tsp. salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 Tbs. butter, plus more for greasing dish
1 tsp. baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup low-fat milk
Preheat oven to 425˚F. Butter 9-inch-square glass or enamel baking dish.
Bring 2 cups water, sage, and salt to a boil in large saucepan. Stir in cornmeal, and bring back to a boil, stirring constantly, or until cornmeal begins to thicken. Remove from heat, and stir in butter until melted. Cool 10 minutes. Stir in baking powder.
Lightly beat eggs in bowl, then whisk in milk until combined. Whisk egg mixture into cornmeal mixture, and pour into prepared baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until top begins to brown and spoon bread looks set.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 137; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 5.5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Sodium: 417 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 2 g; Gluten-Free
NEW YEAR'S BLACK-EYED PEAS AND GREENS
You know I couldn't post today's blog without adding a black-eyed peas recipe! This one comes from the December 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 68. This one begins, "“Eat poor on New Year’s, and eat fat the rest of the year,” goes the saying in the American South, where black-eyed peas are eaten at New Year’s for luck and good fortune. The peas are said to represent coins, and are often eaten alongside collard greens, which represent paper money, as well as golden cornbread. This version replaces the collards with superfood kale." Serves 6
To view this online, click here.
1/2 lb. dried black-eyed peas (1 1/4 cups)
1 bay leaf
2 Tbs. red wine vinegar
1 3/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 12-oz. bunch kale, stems removed, leaves torn into pieces
2 Tbs. lemon juice, divided
2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced (1 1/2 cups)
2 Tbs. olive oil
4 green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbs. finely chopped fresh oregano
Set peas in saucepan, and cover with boiling water; let sit 1 hour. Drain, return peas to saucepan, cover with fresh water, and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes. Add vinegar and 1 tsp. salt, and cook 10 to 25 minutes longer, or until peas are tender but keep their shape.
Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add kale, and boil 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and toss with 1 tsp. lemon juice.
Toss tomatoes with 1/4 tsp. salt in colander. Let sit, shaking occasionally, to drain juices.
Combine remaining 1/2 tsp. salt, remaining 5 tsp. lemon juice, oil, green onions, parsley, and oregano in large bowl.
Drain peas, and remove bay leaf. Add to bowl with lemon juice and herbs, and mix well. Add tomatoes, and mix again. Serve warm, with kale on side.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 195; Protein: 10 g; Total Fat: 6 g;Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 701 mg; Fiber: 8 g; Sugar: 6 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
TEXAS CAVIAR
This comes from Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, About.com's Home Cooking expert. She writes, “This Tex-Mex style of salsa includes beans and white corn, along with the other traditional salsa ingredients of tomatoes, onions, chiles, and cilantro. Here, the chosen beans are canned black-eyed peas, so you can easily put this together. Make it a couple of days in advance so the flavors can meld. Serve with tortilla chips, and you have a crowd-pleasing party appetizer with little effort.”
Prep Time: 10 minutes; Total Time: 10 minutes; Yield: 4 cups
Ingredients
1 (15.8-ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained (see Notes)
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomato
1 cup canned white "shoe-peg" corn, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
3 Tablespoons canned chopped mild green chiles
2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar or white vinegar
1 Tablespoon (about 1 medium-sized) minced seeded jalapeno or serrano chile pepper
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine black-eyed peas, tomatoes, corn, green oniones, mild green chiles, vinegar, jalapenos, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir gently until mixed.
Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 days to let flavors meld.
To serve, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and accompany with colorful, plain, or cheesy tortilla chips.
Notes: Feel free to substitute black beans or small pinto beans for the black-eyed peas.
Thursday, December 31, 2015
New Year's Eve
It's New Year's Eve. Here's to the coming new year - hope you have a great one! If you're partying tonight, stay safe.
I will be posting here tomorrow morning. In the meantime, here are today's six recipes. Enjoy!
BUTTERNUT SOUP
This recipe also comes from Diabetic Connect. It originally calls for 2 vegetable or chicken stock cubes, but I've cut out the chicken stock cubes, so that it's only using the vegetable stock cubes. You could also use vegetable broth in place of the water and cut out the vegetable cubes altogether. Makes 4 servings.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
1 butternut squash diced
1 sweet potato diced
1 onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
cinnamon to taste
1 teaspoon nutmeg
salt to taste
3 tablespoons plain low fat yogurt
2 vegetable cubes (see note above)
Directions
In a large pot, add the olive oil and onion, stir until soft.
Then add the butternut and sweet potato and cover with boiled water half an inch over.
Add the stock cubes, nutmeg and salt.
Cook until veggies are soft.
Turn down heat, stick blend until smooth, and add yogurt and cinnamon… yummy!
CORN BREAD APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/545.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Egg substitute equivalent to 1 egg or 1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray eight muffin cups with vegetable oil spray.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
Beat remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
Make a well in cornmeal mixture. Pour milk mixture into well, stirring just until moistened. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in center of muffins comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 86; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 189 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch
STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES CASSEROLE
This comes from the January/February 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 51. It begins, “If you like stuffed grape leaves, you’ll love this casserole, which has all the flavors of the bite-size appetizers without all the rolling. You don’t have to parboil jarred grape leaves, but a quick dip in boiling water tenderizes them and removes some of their saltiness.” Serves 8.
To view this online, click here.
30 jarred or fresh grape leaves
2 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for brushing top of casserole and casserole dish
1 large onion, finely diced (2 cups)
1 cup brown rice
2 cups low-sodium tomato juice or vegetable juice
1 cup chopped unsalted, hulled pistachios
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup raisins or dried currants
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 lemon, sliced, for garnish
Pomegranate molasses, for drizzling, optional
Dip grape leaves in large pot of boiling water 2 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 7 to 10 minutes, or until beginning to brown. Add rice and 21/2 cups water, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 30 to 40 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, and stir in tomato juice, pistachios, parsley, mint, raisins, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. (Mixture will be very wet.)
Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush 2-qt. baking dish with olive oil. Pat grape leaves dry. Line bottom and sides of baking dish with grape leaves, allowing leaves to hang over sides. Spread half of rice mixture over grape leaves. Top rice with more grape leaves, then top with remaining rice mixture. Cover casserole with remaining grape leaves, and seal by folding over grape leaves around edges. Brush top with olive oil. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until grape leaves on top darken and casserole looks firm and dry.
Dip knife in cold water. Cut straight down with tip of knife to make 8 servings, then remove servings with spatula. Garnish with lemon slices, and drizzle with pomegranate molasses (if using).
nutritional information Per 1 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 341; Protein: 8 g; Total Fat: 15 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 48 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 408 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 17 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
CRANBERRY-CHERRY LATTICE PIE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 67. It begins, “Because cranberries are naturally high in pectin, the fruit fiber that sets jams and jellies, there's no need to add a thickener to this filling. If you prefer a sweeter dessert, use refrigerated sugar cookie dough to craft the crust and lattice top.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/cranberry-cherry-lattice-pie/.
3 cups fresh cranberries, divided
1 1/2 cups sugar, plus extra for sprinkling, divided
1 medium orange, for zest and juice (1 tsp. grated zest; 1/3 cup juice)
1 cup dried sweet cherries
Refrigerated pastry for 2-crust pie (plain or whole wheat), or double recipe Perfect Every Time Piecrust (recipe follows this one)
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheet with foil, and coat 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray.
Place 1 1/2 cups cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar, orange zest, and cherries in food processor, and pulse until berries are coarsely chopped. Transfer to bowl, and stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups cranberries, remaining 1 cup sugar, and orange juice.
Roll 1 piecrust into 10-inch disc. Press into prepared pan. Spoon in cranberry mixture, and brush edges with water.
Roll second piecrust into 10-inch disc. Cut dough into 1-inch-wide strips using knife or fluted pastry wheel. Lay strips in lattice pattern over top of pie, pressing edges to seal. Trim off any excess from strips. Sprinkle lattice with sugar, and bake on prepared baking sheet 55 minutes, or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden. Cool on wire rack.
nutritional information Per Slice: Calories: 356; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 79 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 155 mg; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 53 g
PERFECT EVERY TIME PIECRUST
This is also from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 71. It begins, “For a vegan variation on this crust, omit egg and use 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. Water.” Serves 8 (makes 1 9-inch crust)
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/perfect-every-time-piecrust/.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbs. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, or nonhydrogenated vegetable shortening, cut into small pieces
1 egg yolk, optional
Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in food processor several times to combine. Add butter, and pulse 5 times, or until mixture resembles coarse sand.
Beat egg yolk and 1/4 cup ice water in bowl with fork. Add liquid to flour mixture in food processor. Pulse until dough just comes together. Transfer to large piece of plastic wrap or wax paper and press into flat disk. Wrap tightly, and chill 1 hour, or overnight. Roll out to desired size on well-floured work surface and bake according to recipe directions.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 382; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 31 g; Saturated Fat: 19.5 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g;Cholesterol: 114 mg; Sodium: 199 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 3 g
HOUSEMAN'S ROASTED-SQUASH SALAD
This comes from Sam Sifton on The New York Times' Cooking newsletter. (Note: If you haven't signed up for their newsletter, I highly recommend it. Seriously.) This recipe begins, “At Houseman, the restaurant Ned Baldwin and Adam Baumgart opened in the Hudson Square neighborhood of Manhattan in 2014, you’ll find this astonishing salad made with red kabocha squash. But the more easily found green kabocha works beautifully in the recipe, as does buttercup squash and sugar pumpkin. For the dressing, some confidence is required. What seems an enormous amount of dried spices — ground fennel, sumac and coriander — is combined with chopped parsley and cilantro. The result looks dry and grainy, as if something is wrong. But olive oil, lime juice and white-wine vinegar (best available, please!) begin to smooth things out, and the cheese, pistachios and vinegar-plumped currants finish the job. The combination makes a fine vegetarian main-course lunch or dinner, particularly paired with braised greens and good bread.” Time: 30 minutes, plus macerating; Makes 4 to 6 servings
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
5 tablespoons dried currants
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 kabocha squash, approximately 3 to 4 pounds
Approximately 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground sumac
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup chopped parsley, packed
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, packed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, approximately 3 to 4 limes
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup firm feta cheese, diced
Preparation
Put the currants in a small bowl, and pour the white-wine vinegar over them. Allow them to macerate for several hours or overnight, though in a pinch you can allow them to plump up while you prepare the squash. Heat oven to 450.
Cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds, peel both halves (if you like: the skin of the kabocha squash is edible) and slice the squash into 1/4-inch half moons. Dress the squash lightly with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and season with the salt. Place the squash on a parchment-lined sheet pan, and roast until soft and caramelized, approximately 15 to 20 minutes, turning the pieces once or twice during the process. Remove the squash from the oven, and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, in a medium-size bowl, combine the fennel seed, sumac and coriander, then add the parsley and cilantro, and stir to combine. Add 1/3 cup olive oil, and stir to combine. You want a wet mixture and may need to add a couple of extra tablespoons of oil to get it.
Drain the currants, reserving the vinegar, and add them to the green sauce. Add the lime juice, pistachios, cheese, 6 tablespoons olive oil and 5 teaspoons vinegar from the pickled currants to the green sauce. Taste, and add more lime juice or vinegar if you like, along with a spray of salt.
Place squash on a warm platter, and spoon the dressing over the top.
Stuffed Grape Leaves Casserole,Houseman's Roasted-Squash Salad,Butternut Soup,Cranberry-Cherry Lattice Pie,Perfect Every Time Pie Crust,Corn Bread Applesauce Muffins,
I will be posting here tomorrow morning. In the meantime, here are today's six recipes. Enjoy!
BUTTERNUT SOUP
This recipe also comes from Diabetic Connect. It originally calls for 2 vegetable or chicken stock cubes, but I've cut out the chicken stock cubes, so that it's only using the vegetable stock cubes. You could also use vegetable broth in place of the water and cut out the vegetable cubes altogether. Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
1 butternut squash diced
1 sweet potato diced
1 onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
cinnamon to taste
1 teaspoon nutmeg
salt to taste
3 tablespoons plain low fat yogurt
2 vegetable cubes (see note above)
Directions
In a large pot, add the olive oil and onion, stir until soft.
Then add the butternut and sweet potato and cover with boiled water half an inch over.
Add the stock cubes, nutmeg and salt.
Cook until veggies are soft.
Turn down heat, stick blend until smooth, and add yogurt and cinnamon… yummy!
CORN BREAD APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/545.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Egg substitute equivalent to 1 egg or 1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray eight muffin cups with vegetable oil spray.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
Beat remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
Make a well in cornmeal mixture. Pour milk mixture into well, stirring just until moistened. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in center of muffins comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 86; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 189 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch
STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES CASSEROLE
This comes from the January/February 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 51. It begins, “If you like stuffed grape leaves, you’ll love this casserole, which has all the flavors of the bite-size appetizers without all the rolling. You don’t have to parboil jarred grape leaves, but a quick dip in boiling water tenderizes them and removes some of their saltiness.” Serves 8.
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30 jarred or fresh grape leaves
2 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for brushing top of casserole and casserole dish
1 large onion, finely diced (2 cups)
1 cup brown rice
2 cups low-sodium tomato juice or vegetable juice
1 cup chopped unsalted, hulled pistachios
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup raisins or dried currants
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 lemon, sliced, for garnish
Pomegranate molasses, for drizzling, optional
Dip grape leaves in large pot of boiling water 2 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 7 to 10 minutes, or until beginning to brown. Add rice and 21/2 cups water, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 30 to 40 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, and stir in tomato juice, pistachios, parsley, mint, raisins, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. (Mixture will be very wet.)
Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush 2-qt. baking dish with olive oil. Pat grape leaves dry. Line bottom and sides of baking dish with grape leaves, allowing leaves to hang over sides. Spread half of rice mixture over grape leaves. Top rice with more grape leaves, then top with remaining rice mixture. Cover casserole with remaining grape leaves, and seal by folding over grape leaves around edges. Brush top with olive oil. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until grape leaves on top darken and casserole looks firm and dry.
Dip knife in cold water. Cut straight down with tip of knife to make 8 servings, then remove servings with spatula. Garnish with lemon slices, and drizzle with pomegranate molasses (if using).
nutritional information Per 1 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 341; Protein: 8 g; Total Fat: 15 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 48 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 408 mg; Fiber: 6 g; Sugar: 17 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
CRANBERRY-CHERRY LATTICE PIE
This is from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 67. It begins, “Because cranberries are naturally high in pectin, the fruit fiber that sets jams and jellies, there's no need to add a thickener to this filling. If you prefer a sweeter dessert, use refrigerated sugar cookie dough to craft the crust and lattice top.” Serves 8.
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/cranberry-cherry-lattice-pie/.
3 cups fresh cranberries, divided
1 1/2 cups sugar, plus extra for sprinkling, divided
1 medium orange, for zest and juice (1 tsp. grated zest; 1/3 cup juice)
1 cup dried sweet cherries
Refrigerated pastry for 2-crust pie (plain or whole wheat), or double recipe Perfect Every Time Piecrust (recipe follows this one)
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheet with foil, and coat 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray.
Place 1 1/2 cups cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar, orange zest, and cherries in food processor, and pulse until berries are coarsely chopped. Transfer to bowl, and stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups cranberries, remaining 1 cup sugar, and orange juice.
Roll 1 piecrust into 10-inch disc. Press into prepared pan. Spoon in cranberry mixture, and brush edges with water.
Roll second piecrust into 10-inch disc. Cut dough into 1-inch-wide strips using knife or fluted pastry wheel. Lay strips in lattice pattern over top of pie, pressing edges to seal. Trim off any excess from strips. Sprinkle lattice with sugar, and bake on prepared baking sheet 55 minutes, or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden. Cool on wire rack.
nutritional information Per Slice: Calories: 356; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 79 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 155 mg; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 53 g
PERFECT EVERY TIME PIECRUST
This is also from the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 71. It begins, “For a vegan variation on this crust, omit egg and use 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. Water.” Serves 8 (makes 1 9-inch crust)
To view this online, go to http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/perfect-every-time-piecrust/.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbs. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, or nonhydrogenated vegetable shortening, cut into small pieces
1 egg yolk, optional
Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in food processor several times to combine. Add butter, and pulse 5 times, or until mixture resembles coarse sand.
Beat egg yolk and 1/4 cup ice water in bowl with fork. Add liquid to flour mixture in food processor. Pulse until dough just comes together. Transfer to large piece of plastic wrap or wax paper and press into flat disk. Wrap tightly, and chill 1 hour, or overnight. Roll out to desired size on well-floured work surface and bake according to recipe directions.
nutritional information Per SERVING: Calories: 382; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 31 g; Saturated Fat: 19.5 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g;Cholesterol: 114 mg; Sodium: 199 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 3 g
HOUSEMAN'S ROASTED-SQUASH SALAD
This comes from Sam Sifton on The New York Times' Cooking newsletter. (Note: If you haven't signed up for their newsletter, I highly recommend it. Seriously.) This recipe begins, “At Houseman, the restaurant Ned Baldwin and Adam Baumgart opened in the Hudson Square neighborhood of Manhattan in 2014, you’ll find this astonishing salad made with red kabocha squash. But the more easily found green kabocha works beautifully in the recipe, as does buttercup squash and sugar pumpkin. For the dressing, some confidence is required. What seems an enormous amount of dried spices — ground fennel, sumac and coriander — is combined with chopped parsley and cilantro. The result looks dry and grainy, as if something is wrong. But olive oil, lime juice and white-wine vinegar (best available, please!) begin to smooth things out, and the cheese, pistachios and vinegar-plumped currants finish the job. The combination makes a fine vegetarian main-course lunch or dinner, particularly paired with braised greens and good bread.” Time: 30 minutes, plus macerating; Makes 4 to 6 servings
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Ingredients
5 tablespoons dried currants
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 kabocha squash, approximately 3 to 4 pounds
Approximately 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground sumac
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup chopped parsley, packed
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, packed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, approximately 3 to 4 limes
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup firm feta cheese, diced
Preparation
Put the currants in a small bowl, and pour the white-wine vinegar over them. Allow them to macerate for several hours or overnight, though in a pinch you can allow them to plump up while you prepare the squash. Heat oven to 450.
Cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds, peel both halves (if you like: the skin of the kabocha squash is edible) and slice the squash into 1/4-inch half moons. Dress the squash lightly with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and season with the salt. Place the squash on a parchment-lined sheet pan, and roast until soft and caramelized, approximately 15 to 20 minutes, turning the pieces once or twice during the process. Remove the squash from the oven, and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, in a medium-size bowl, combine the fennel seed, sumac and coriander, then add the parsley and cilantro, and stir to combine. Add 1/3 cup olive oil, and stir to combine. You want a wet mixture and may need to add a couple of extra tablespoons of oil to get it.
Drain the currants, reserving the vinegar, and add them to the green sauce. Add the lime juice, pistachios, cheese, 6 tablespoons olive oil and 5 teaspoons vinegar from the pickled currants to the green sauce. Taste, and add more lime juice or vinegar if you like, along with a spray of salt.
Place squash on a warm platter, and spoon the dressing over the top.
Stuffed Grape Leaves Casserole,Houseman's Roasted-Squash Salad,Butternut Soup,Cranberry-Cherry Lattice Pie,Perfect Every Time Pie Crust,Corn Bread Applesauce Muffins,
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Wednesday Recipes
Here are today's six recipes to help the old year wind down. Enjoy!
BROCCOLI WITH ASIAN TOFU
Optional: Delicious served on top of brown rice or Asian-style noodles (soba or udon).
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 2 slices tofu, with broccoli and marinade mixture
Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/995.shtml
Ingredients
1 pkg (16 oz) firm tofu, drained
2 Tbsp lite soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
1/2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp fresh ginger root, finely chopped or shredded (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
1 lb fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into individual spears
1 Tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
4 Tbsp garlic, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8 cloves)
1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Cooking spray
Directions
Slice tofu into eight pieces. Place on a plate or flat surface covered with three paper towels. Top with four more paper towels. Top with another flat plate or cutting board. Press down evenly and gently to squeeze out moisture. Throw away paper towels. Replace with fresh paper towels and press again. (The more liquid you remove, the more sauce the tofu will absorb.)
Place tofu in a bowl just big enough to hold all eight pieces lying on their widest side without overlapping.
In a small bowl, stir to thoroughly combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and ginger into a marinade, and stir thoroughly. Pour over tofu. Carefully turn the tofu several times to coat well. Set aside.
Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick saute pan coated with cooking spray. Add broccoli and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green and becomes tender and crispy. Remove broccoli from pan and set aside.
Heat a grill pan or flat saute pan over high heat. Drain tofu, reserving marinade. Place on grill pan to heat for about 3 minutes. Gently turn. Heat the second side for 3 minutes.
At the same time, in the saute pan over medium-low heat, warm the peanut oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic until the garlic softens and begins to turn brown, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add broccoli and reserved marinade, and gently mix until well-coated.
Place two slices of tofu on each plate with one-quarter of the broccoli and marinade mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 183; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 341 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg ; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
BUTTERNUT SQUASH ENCHILADAS WITH SALSA VERDE
Yield: Makes 8 servings.
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1016.shtml
Ingredients
1 package (16 oz.) diced peeled butternut squash, or 1 1/4 lb. squash, seeded, peeled and diced
Canola oil spray
1 can (15.5 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup (3 oz.) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, divided
8 large (about 7-inch) corn tortillas
1 jar (16 oz.) salsa verde
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
Directions
Place squash in medium saucepan. Add 1 cup water. Cover pot tightly, and place over medium-high heat. Cook until squash is tender but not mushy, 12-15 minutes, depending on size of cubes. Drain squash, and set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Select a baking dish just large enough to hold the eight tortillas, folded over and slightly overlapping, so that they fit snuggly in the dish. (You may want to "test" and see if the baking dish is the proper size by arranging unfilled, folded tortillas in it, as they would be once filled and ready to bake.) using the canola oil spray, lightly coat the interior of the baking dish and set aside.
Place beans in mixing bowl. Using fork, partially mash beans. Add squash and blend, leaving mixture coarsely mashed, with some beans still whole. Mix in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.
Coat a tortilla on both sides with cooking spray. Lay it on a plate. Spoon 3/4 cup of filling on one half of the tortilla. Fold tortilla in half over filling. Set it at one end of the baking dish. Repeat, placing filled tortillas so they overlap, filling baking dish tightly. Pour pureed sauce over assembled enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce. Cover pan with foil.
Bake enchiladas about 30 minutes, until they are heated through and tortillas are soft. Uncover and serve garnished with cilantro, accompanied by cooked brown rice, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 8 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 479 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g
LEMONY MINTED ASPARAGUS WITH SAFFRON RICE
This comes from the April/May 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 30. It begins, “With fresh mint and lemon zest accenting asparagus spears, this stir-fry captures the brightness of spring. If you can’t find toasted sliced almonds, toast your own for 3 to 5 minutes in a 300°F oven.” Serves 6 in 30 minutes or less.
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1 1/2 cups white rice
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 pinch saffron threads
1 Tbs. vegetable oil
9 green onions, sliced into ¼-inch lengths (2/3 cup)
1–2 small fresh red chiles, thinly sliced (1 Tbs.)
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/2 lb. asparagus spears, cut diagonally into 1-inch lengths (3 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup sliced mint leaves
2 lemons, cut into wedges, for garnish
Combine rice and broth in large saucepan, and crumble in saffron threads. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat wok over high heat, until water droplets evaporate within 1 second. Add oil, swirl to coat pan, then add green onions, chiles, and garlic; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, or until onions turn bright green and soften. Add asparagus, and stir-fry 2 minutes more, or until asparagus is bright green and tender. Remove from heat, stir in almonds and mint, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Fluff rice, and spoon onto serving plate. Top with asparagus mixture. Garnish with lemon wedges.
nutritional information Per 1 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 276; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 47 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 81 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
SMOTHERED CHEESE GRITS AND STEAMED GREENS
This comes from the January/February 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 46. It begins, “A bowl of grits and a mess of greens might not sound like dinner party fare, but served on a platter and smothered with caramelized onions, this tasty combination looks downright fancy.” Serves 8 in 30 minutes or less.
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3 Tbs. olive oil, divided
2 large sweet onions, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 cup quick-cooking or old-fashioned white hominy grits (not instant)
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1 lb. curly kale, tough stems removed, torn into bite-size pieces (14 cups)
1 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
2 oz. (1/2 cup) grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, plus more for sprinkling, optional Toasted sesame seeds, optional
Heat 2 Tbs. oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, cover, and cook 20 to 25 minutes, or until onions are softened and caramelized, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and keep warm.
Meanwhile, cook grits according to package directions. Stir in corn and milk, and return to a simmer, stirring constantly to incorporate milk. Keep warm.
Steam kale in basket steamer 4 to 5 minutes, or until wilted but still bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer to bowl, and stir in vinegar and remaining 1 Tbs. oil. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
To serve: Stir cheese into grits, and transfer to serving platter. Top with kale, then onions. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and grated cheese (if using).
nutritional information Per Serving (3/4 cup grits, 3/4 cup kale, and 1/2 cup onions): Calories: 210; Protein: 6 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 30 g; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Sodium: 84 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 7 g; Gluten-Free
CORNBREAD AND PINTO BEAN SHEPHERD'S PIE
This also comes from the January/February 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 30. It begins, “Serve this dish with taco toppings (such as salsa, chile and bell peppers, radishes, and shredded lettuce) that can be sprinkled over each serving.” Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
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2 14.5-oz. cans pinto beans, drained, 1 1/2 cups bean liquid reserved
3 Tbs. tomato paste
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 large red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 1/2 cups), divided
2 1/2 Tbs. chili powder
3 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (1 1/2 cups), divided
6 Tbs. whole-grain cornbread and muffin mix, such as Arrowhead Mills
1 1/3 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt, divided
1 large egg
1 1/2 Tbs. sugar
Place oven rack in top position, and preheat oven to 425°F. Coat 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray. Whisk reserved bean liquid with tomato paste in bowl.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups onion. Cover, and cook 4 minutes, or until onion begins to soften, stirring occasionally. Add chili powder, and stir 10 seconds to coat onions. Stir in tomato paste mixture, 1 cup tomatoes, and then beans. Bring to simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, 6 minutes, or until flavors blend and chili liquids thicken. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Meanwhile, combine cornbread mix, 1/3 cup yogurt, egg, sugar, and 1 Tbs. water in medium bowl.
Spread chili beans in prepared pie dish. Pour cornbread batter over beans, spreading with back of spoon. Bake 10 minutes, or until cornbread is set and golden.
Meanwhile, finely chop remaining 1/2 cup onion. Place in small bowl; mix in remaining 1/2 cup tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Divide shepherd’s pie among shallow bowls. Serve with tomato salsa and remaining 1 cup yogurt.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 380; Protein: 22 g; Total Fat: 6 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 63 g; Cholesterol: 47 mg; Sodium: 556 mg; Fiber: 16 g; Sugar: 20 g
BAKED APPLES
This comes from Alton Brown of Good Eats on the Food Networks. Serves 4.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
3/4 cup oats
3/4 cup flour
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch kosher salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, diced
4 Braeburn apples (Fuji will substitute)
4 teaspoons honey
Directions
In a bowl combine all the dry ingredients and diced butter. Rub mixture briskly between finger tips until it forms small moist clumps in a loose sandy mixture. Refrigerate while preparing the apples.
Cut a small layer off the bottom of each apple to create a flat, stable bottom surface. With a small paring knife, cut a cylindrical cone out of the top of the apple, moving about 1-inch outside of the core, similar to removing the top of a pumpkin when carving a Jack O'Lantern. Remove the top and discard. With a melon baller or a teaspoon, remove the remaining core and seeds taking care not to puncture the base of the apple.
Place apples on a baking sheet or pie dish and fill each center with a teaspoon of honey. Spoon in mixture, packing lightly until heaped and overflowing over sides of the apples.
Bake in oven at 350 degrees on the top or middle rack for 40 minutes or until filling is golden brown and the tip of a paring knife can be inserted into the side of the apple with little or no resistance. Let apples stand for 10 minutes before serving.
BROCCOLI WITH ASIAN TOFU
Optional: Delicious served on top of brown rice or Asian-style noodles (soba or udon).
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 2 slices tofu, with broccoli and marinade mixture
Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/995.shtml
Ingredients
1 pkg (16 oz) firm tofu, drained
2 Tbsp lite soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
1/2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp fresh ginger root, finely chopped or shredded (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
1 lb fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into individual spears
1 Tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
4 Tbsp garlic, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8 cloves)
1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Cooking spray
Directions
Slice tofu into eight pieces. Place on a plate or flat surface covered with three paper towels. Top with four more paper towels. Top with another flat plate or cutting board. Press down evenly and gently to squeeze out moisture. Throw away paper towels. Replace with fresh paper towels and press again. (The more liquid you remove, the more sauce the tofu will absorb.)
Place tofu in a bowl just big enough to hold all eight pieces lying on their widest side without overlapping.
In a small bowl, stir to thoroughly combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and ginger into a marinade, and stir thoroughly. Pour over tofu. Carefully turn the tofu several times to coat well. Set aside.
Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick saute pan coated with cooking spray. Add broccoli and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green and becomes tender and crispy. Remove broccoli from pan and set aside.
Heat a grill pan or flat saute pan over high heat. Drain tofu, reserving marinade. Place on grill pan to heat for about 3 minutes. Gently turn. Heat the second side for 3 minutes.
At the same time, in the saute pan over medium-low heat, warm the peanut oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic until the garlic softens and begins to turn brown, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add broccoli and reserved marinade, and gently mix until well-coated.
Place two slices of tofu on each plate with one-quarter of the broccoli and marinade mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 183; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 341 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg ; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
BUTTERNUT SQUASH ENCHILADAS WITH SALSA VERDE
Yield: Makes 8 servings.
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1016.shtml
Ingredients
1 package (16 oz.) diced peeled butternut squash, or 1 1/4 lb. squash, seeded, peeled and diced
Canola oil spray
1 can (15.5 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup (3 oz.) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, divided
8 large (about 7-inch) corn tortillas
1 jar (16 oz.) salsa verde
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
Directions
Place squash in medium saucepan. Add 1 cup water. Cover pot tightly, and place over medium-high heat. Cook until squash is tender but not mushy, 12-15 minutes, depending on size of cubes. Drain squash, and set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Select a baking dish just large enough to hold the eight tortillas, folded over and slightly overlapping, so that they fit snuggly in the dish. (You may want to "test" and see if the baking dish is the proper size by arranging unfilled, folded tortillas in it, as they would be once filled and ready to bake.) using the canola oil spray, lightly coat the interior of the baking dish and set aside.
Place beans in mixing bowl. Using fork, partially mash beans. Add squash and blend, leaving mixture coarsely mashed, with some beans still whole. Mix in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.
Coat a tortilla on both sides with cooking spray. Lay it on a plate. Spoon 3/4 cup of filling on one half of the tortilla. Fold tortilla in half over filling. Set it at one end of the baking dish. Repeat, placing filled tortillas so they overlap, filling baking dish tightly. Pour pureed sauce over assembled enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce. Cover pan with foil.
Bake enchiladas about 30 minutes, until they are heated through and tortillas are soft. Uncover and serve garnished with cilantro, accompanied by cooked brown rice, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 8 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 479 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g
LEMONY MINTED ASPARAGUS WITH SAFFRON RICE
This comes from the April/May 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 30. It begins, “With fresh mint and lemon zest accenting asparagus spears, this stir-fry captures the brightness of spring. If you can’t find toasted sliced almonds, toast your own for 3 to 5 minutes in a 300°F oven.” Serves 6 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
1 1/2 cups white rice
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 pinch saffron threads
1 Tbs. vegetable oil
9 green onions, sliced into ¼-inch lengths (2/3 cup)
1–2 small fresh red chiles, thinly sliced (1 Tbs.)
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/2 lb. asparagus spears, cut diagonally into 1-inch lengths (3 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup sliced mint leaves
2 lemons, cut into wedges, for garnish
Combine rice and broth in large saucepan, and crumble in saffron threads. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat wok over high heat, until water droplets evaporate within 1 second. Add oil, swirl to coat pan, then add green onions, chiles, and garlic; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, or until onions turn bright green and soften. Add asparagus, and stir-fry 2 minutes more, or until asparagus is bright green and tender. Remove from heat, stir in almonds and mint, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Fluff rice, and spoon onto serving plate. Top with asparagus mixture. Garnish with lemon wedges.
nutritional information Per 1 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 276; Protein: 7 g; Total Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 47 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 81 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 3 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
SMOTHERED CHEESE GRITS AND STEAMED GREENS
This comes from the January/February 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 46. It begins, “A bowl of grits and a mess of greens might not sound like dinner party fare, but served on a platter and smothered with caramelized onions, this tasty combination looks downright fancy.” Serves 8 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
3 Tbs. olive oil, divided
2 large sweet onions, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 cup quick-cooking or old-fashioned white hominy grits (not instant)
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/4 cup low-fat milk
1 lb. curly kale, tough stems removed, torn into bite-size pieces (14 cups)
1 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
2 oz. (1/2 cup) grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, plus more for sprinkling, optional Toasted sesame seeds, optional
Heat 2 Tbs. oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, cover, and cook 20 to 25 minutes, or until onions are softened and caramelized, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, and keep warm.
Meanwhile, cook grits according to package directions. Stir in corn and milk, and return to a simmer, stirring constantly to incorporate milk. Keep warm.
Steam kale in basket steamer 4 to 5 minutes, or until wilted but still bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer to bowl, and stir in vinegar and remaining 1 Tbs. oil. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
To serve: Stir cheese into grits, and transfer to serving platter. Top with kale, then onions. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and grated cheese (if using).
nutritional information Per Serving (3/4 cup grits, 3/4 cup kale, and 1/2 cup onions): Calories: 210; Protein: 6 g; Total Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 30 g; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Sodium: 84 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 7 g; Gluten-Free
CORNBREAD AND PINTO BEAN SHEPHERD'S PIE
This also comes from the January/February 2013 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 30. It begins, “Serve this dish with taco toppings (such as salsa, chile and bell peppers, radishes, and shredded lettuce) that can be sprinkled over each serving.” Serves 4 in 30 minutes or less.
To view this online, click here.
2 14.5-oz. cans pinto beans, drained, 1 1/2 cups bean liquid reserved
3 Tbs. tomato paste
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 large red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 1/2 cups), divided
2 1/2 Tbs. chili powder
3 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (1 1/2 cups), divided
6 Tbs. whole-grain cornbread and muffin mix, such as Arrowhead Mills
1 1/3 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt, divided
1 large egg
1 1/2 Tbs. sugar
Place oven rack in top position, and preheat oven to 425°F. Coat 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray. Whisk reserved bean liquid with tomato paste in bowl.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups onion. Cover, and cook 4 minutes, or until onion begins to soften, stirring occasionally. Add chili powder, and stir 10 seconds to coat onions. Stir in tomato paste mixture, 1 cup tomatoes, and then beans. Bring to simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, 6 minutes, or until flavors blend and chili liquids thicken. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Meanwhile, combine cornbread mix, 1/3 cup yogurt, egg, sugar, and 1 Tbs. water in medium bowl.
Spread chili beans in prepared pie dish. Pour cornbread batter over beans, spreading with back of spoon. Bake 10 minutes, or until cornbread is set and golden.
Meanwhile, finely chop remaining 1/2 cup onion. Place in small bowl; mix in remaining 1/2 cup tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Divide shepherd’s pie among shallow bowls. Serve with tomato salsa and remaining 1 cup yogurt.
nutritional information Per 1-cup serving: Calories: 380; Protein: 22 g; Total Fat: 6 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 63 g; Cholesterol: 47 mg; Sodium: 556 mg; Fiber: 16 g; Sugar: 20 g
BAKED APPLES
This comes from Alton Brown of Good Eats on the Food Networks. Serves 4.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
3/4 cup oats
3/4 cup flour
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch kosher salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, diced
4 Braeburn apples (Fuji will substitute)
4 teaspoons honey
Directions
In a bowl combine all the dry ingredients and diced butter. Rub mixture briskly between finger tips until it forms small moist clumps in a loose sandy mixture. Refrigerate while preparing the apples.
Cut a small layer off the bottom of each apple to create a flat, stable bottom surface. With a small paring knife, cut a cylindrical cone out of the top of the apple, moving about 1-inch outside of the core, similar to removing the top of a pumpkin when carving a Jack O'Lantern. Remove the top and discard. With a melon baller or a teaspoon, remove the remaining core and seeds taking care not to puncture the base of the apple.
Place apples on a baking sheet or pie dish and fill each center with a teaspoon of honey. Spoon in mixture, packing lightly until heaped and overflowing over sides of the apples.
Bake in oven at 350 degrees on the top or middle rack for 40 minutes or until filling is golden brown and the tip of a paring knife can be inserted into the side of the apple with little or no resistance. Let apples stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Tuesday Recipes
Enjoy!
FLORIDA STRAWBERRY KUMQUAT SALAD
This yummy recipe comes from a Authentic Florida, a fantastic blog put out by Robin Draper. Her blog was voted 2015 Blog of the Year and 2015 Best Travel Blog at the Orlando (Fla.) Sunshine Awards. Years ago, my family had lived in a house that had a kumquat tree in the side yard, as well as many fruit trees. My oldest son used to pick the kumquats off the tree and eat them like candy.
This recipe serves four as a main course, and can be found online – along with photos and commentary – at http://www.authenticflorida.com/authentic-living/cuisine/florida-strawberry-kumquat-salad/.
Salad Ingredients
1 pint of strawberries
1 pint of kumquats (Nagami, oval shaped, found in most grocery stores)
1 kale bunch (fresh or cut in pieces in bags), or arugula
1/2 cup of raw, unsalted sliced almonds
3 Tbsp. fresh mint (3-4 sprigs), diced (or sliced in strips)
For the Vinaigrette
1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup of olive oil
2 Tablespoons minced shallots (one large shallot)
Steps
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until toasted 5-10 minutes. (Tip: set a timer to keep watch). Let cool.
Meanwhile, rinse the kale, pat dry and remove the stem of the kale (if not already removed), take the leaves of the kale, roll like a cigar and cut thin strips. Place in a large bowl.
Note: Kale can be purchased as a bunch or pre-cut in bags. If purchased in a bunch, remove stem, roll the leaves and cut in strips.
Next, rinse 6-8 strawberries, remove the stems and thinly slice the strawberries. Set aside.
Then, rinse 8-10 kumquats. Pat dry. Next, with a sharp knife, thinly slice off the ends. Carefully cut the kumquat in thirds. The middle slice will have the most seeds and you’ll want to take the point of the knife and remove the seeds. Set aside.Take the kale salad greens, sprinkle the strawberries, kumquats, mint, and almonds.
Making the Vinaigrette
For the dressing, in a bowl, pour 2 tablespoons of minced shallots, add 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar, and whisk in 1/2 cup of olive oil. Pour over the salad (you may not need all of it), and toss the salad before serving.
BLACK BEAN BURGERS WITH AVOCADO-LIME MAYO
This recipe starts off, “Jazz up these tasty burgers with avocado-lime mayo and you'll have a vegetarian sandwich that even die-hard meat eaters will love.”
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 burger.
Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen: Fresh, Fast and Flavorful
Recipes Made with Canola Oil" from the American Diabetes Association and Canola
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1219.shtml
Ingredients
Mayonnaise
1/2 ripe medium avocado, peeled and pitted
2 Tbsp canola mayonnaise 30
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Burgers
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 of (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
2 large egg whites
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/8 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
canola oil cooking spray
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 tomato slices
4 lettuce leaves
4 lime wedges (optional)
Directions
Place canola mayonnaise ingredients in a blender, secure lid, and puree until smooth.
Place beans in a gallon-size resealable bag. Using a meat mallet, pound beans to a coarse texture, resembling lumpy mashed potatoes. Place beans in a medium bowl and add bell pepper, oats, egg whites, canola oil, and cayenne pepper. Mix well and shape into four patties.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with canola oil cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add patties and cook 4 minutes on each side or until they begin to lightly brown. The patties will be fragile, so be sure to turn them gently.
To assemble, spoon 1 Tbsp canola mayonnaise mixture on each bun half. Top each bottom bun with burger, onion, a tomato slice, and a lettuce leaf. Place bun tops over each. Serve with lime wedges. Fresh tip: If desired, omit the buns and serve the patties on the lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and onion. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture on top of the patties and serve with lime wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 300; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 785 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.8 g; Dietary Fiber: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g
COCONUT CUSTARD PIE
This recipe begins, “A baked custard pie with less calories because it's sweetened with Equal and made with 2% milk. For added coconut flavor use the optional coconut extract.”
Serves: 8
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/987.shtml
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9 inch pie
4 eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup toasted flaked coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Set aside.
Beat eggs in large bowl about 5 minutes or until thick and lemon colored. Whisk in milk and remaining ingredients. Pour mixture into pastry shell.
Bake pie in preheated 375F oven 30 to 35 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of pie comes out clean. Cool on wire rack. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 194; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 301 mg; Cholesterol: 115 mg ; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 starch, 2 fat
TANGERINE-GLAZED POLTENTA CAKE
This comes from page 87 of the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times. The recipe begins, “This uniquely delicious dessert is bound to delight your guests.” Serves 12.
To view this online, click here.
Tangerine Syrup and Cake
2/3 cup fresh tangerine juice
3 Tbs. sugar
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp. grated tangerine zest
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 large eggs
3/4 cup low-fat sour cream
Glaze
1 Tbs. whole rosemary leaves
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
2 Tbs. fresh tangerine juice
1/2 tsp. grated tangerine zest
To make Tangerine Syrup: Combine fresh tangerine juice and 3 Tbs. sugar in bowl until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
To make Cake: Preheat oven to 350˚F. Spread slivered almonds on baking sheet and toast in oven 7 minutes, or until browned. Chop fine, and set aside.
Coat 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Combine flour, cornmeal, rosemary, tangerine zest, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chopped almonds in bowl. Set aside. Beat sugar and butter with electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then sour cream. Beat in flour mixture until smooth. Spread in prepared pan, and bake 1 hour, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Unmold, and invert on wire rack.
Poke holes all over top of cake with wooden skewer while still hot. Brush top and sides of cake with Tangerine Syrup until all syrup is absorbed. Cool.
To make Glaze: Blanch rosemary leaves 1 minute in boiling water. Drain, refresh under cold water, and pat dry. Whisk together remaining ingredients in bowl. Arrange rosemary leaves over top of cake. Spread Tangerine Glaze on top of cake with spatula. Let stand 2 hours before serving.
nutritional information Per Slice: Calories: 241; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 9.5 g; Saturated Fat: 4.5 g; Carbohydrates: 36 g; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Sodium: 135 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 24 g
STIR-FRIED BEET GREENS, TOFU AND BEETS
This comes from Martha Rose Shulman in The New York Times' Cooking e-newsletter. Martha writes, “I had lots of beet greens on hand during the week that I was testing all of these beet recipes, so I decided to combine them with julienned beets in a stir-fry. The greens should be crisp-tender.” Time: 15 minutes; Serves 4
To view this online, along with the beautiful photo of this, click here.
Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil, sunflower oil or peanut oil
6 ounces firm tofu, diced (1 cup)
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 large cloves)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 large or 4 small beets (1/2 pound), peeled and cut in 2-inch julienne (about 2 heaped cups julienne)
1 medium-size leek, white and light green parts only, cut in half lengthwise, cleaned and sliced thin
1 pound beet greens, stemmed, washed well in 2 changes of water, and coarsely chopped (about 6 cups tightly packed; it’s fine if water remains on the leaves)
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup minced cilantro
2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water or stock
Preparation
Combine the sugar and salt in 1 small container, the soy sauce, sherry and sesame oil in another, and place within arm’s reach of your wok. Have the other ingredients in separate containers within arm’s reach of your wok.
Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the tofu and spread out in a single layer. Don’t stir for 1 minute, then stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until it begins to color. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the beets and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the leek and stir-fry for 30 seconds to a minute, until it softens, then add the beet greens and salt and sugar. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the greens have wilted. Add the sesame seeds, soy sauce, sherry and sesame oil, the beets and cilantro and stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and stir-fry until the liquid in the wok glazes the vegetables and tofu, less than a minute. Remove from the heat and serve with rice, noodles or other grains.
Tip: Advance preparation: The stir-fry is last minute but you can prepare all the ingredients hours ahead.
VEGAN CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
This recipe comes from Jolinda Hackett, About.com's Vegetarian Food guide. She writes, “With just four ingredients plus a little salt and pepper to taste, this is a very simple and basic vegan cream of asparagus soup recipe. Be sure to use a vegan margarine to make sure your asparagus soup is completely vegan and dairy-free.”
To view this recipe online, click here.
Ingredients
1 cup water or vegetable broth
1 bunch fresh asparagus
2 tbsp vegan margarine
2 tbsp flour
1 3/4 cups soy milk
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
Blanch asparagus in water or vegetable broth for just a few minutes until asparagus is tender, but not soft and overcooked. Drain, reserving the cooking liquid, and set aside.
In a large soup pot, melt the margarine over medium-low heat, then add the milk and flour, stirring until a thick roux is formed. Remove from heat.
In a blender or food processor, add the asparagus, soy milk roux, asparagus cooking liquid and asparagus. Pulse a few times, until just blended, or until you have the desired consistency. I like to have a few pieces of whole asparagus in my soup, though you may prefer a smoother asparagus soup.
Return to the stove to reheat your soup, and season generously with salt and pepper.
FLORIDA STRAWBERRY KUMQUAT SALAD
This yummy recipe comes from a Authentic Florida, a fantastic blog put out by Robin Draper. Her blog was voted 2015 Blog of the Year and 2015 Best Travel Blog at the Orlando (Fla.) Sunshine Awards. Years ago, my family had lived in a house that had a kumquat tree in the side yard, as well as many fruit trees. My oldest son used to pick the kumquats off the tree and eat them like candy.
This recipe serves four as a main course, and can be found online – along with photos and commentary – at http://www.authenticflorida.com/authentic-living/cuisine/florida-strawberry-kumquat-salad/.
Salad Ingredients
1 pint of strawberries
1 pint of kumquats (Nagami, oval shaped, found in most grocery stores)
1 kale bunch (fresh or cut in pieces in bags), or arugula
1/2 cup of raw, unsalted sliced almonds
3 Tbsp. fresh mint (3-4 sprigs), diced (or sliced in strips)
For the Vinaigrette
1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup of olive oil
2 Tablespoons minced shallots (one large shallot)
Steps
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until toasted 5-10 minutes. (Tip: set a timer to keep watch). Let cool.
Meanwhile, rinse the kale, pat dry and remove the stem of the kale (if not already removed), take the leaves of the kale, roll like a cigar and cut thin strips. Place in a large bowl.
Note: Kale can be purchased as a bunch or pre-cut in bags. If purchased in a bunch, remove stem, roll the leaves and cut in strips.
Next, rinse 6-8 strawberries, remove the stems and thinly slice the strawberries. Set aside.
Then, rinse 8-10 kumquats. Pat dry. Next, with a sharp knife, thinly slice off the ends. Carefully cut the kumquat in thirds. The middle slice will have the most seeds and you’ll want to take the point of the knife and remove the seeds. Set aside.Take the kale salad greens, sprinkle the strawberries, kumquats, mint, and almonds.
Making the Vinaigrette
For the dressing, in a bowl, pour 2 tablespoons of minced shallots, add 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar, and whisk in 1/2 cup of olive oil. Pour over the salad (you may not need all of it), and toss the salad before serving.
BLACK BEAN BURGERS WITH AVOCADO-LIME MAYO
This recipe starts off, “Jazz up these tasty burgers with avocado-lime mayo and you'll have a vegetarian sandwich that even die-hard meat eaters will love.”
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 burger.
Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen: Fresh, Fast and Flavorful
Recipes Made with Canola Oil" from the American Diabetes Association and Canola
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1219.shtml
Ingredients
Mayonnaise
1/2 ripe medium avocado, peeled and pitted
2 Tbsp canola mayonnaise 30
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Burgers
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 of (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
2 large egg whites
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/8 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
canola oil cooking spray
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 tomato slices
4 lettuce leaves
4 lime wedges (optional)
Directions
Place canola mayonnaise ingredients in a blender, secure lid, and puree until smooth.
Place beans in a gallon-size resealable bag. Using a meat mallet, pound beans to a coarse texture, resembling lumpy mashed potatoes. Place beans in a medium bowl and add bell pepper, oats, egg whites, canola oil, and cayenne pepper. Mix well and shape into four patties.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with canola oil cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add patties and cook 4 minutes on each side or until they begin to lightly brown. The patties will be fragile, so be sure to turn them gently.
To assemble, spoon 1 Tbsp canola mayonnaise mixture on each bun half. Top each bottom bun with burger, onion, a tomato slice, and a lettuce leaf. Place bun tops over each. Serve with lime wedges. Fresh tip: If desired, omit the buns and serve the patties on the lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and onion. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture on top of the patties and serve with lime wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 300; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 785 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.8 g; Dietary Fiber: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g
COCONUT CUSTARD PIE
This recipe begins, “A baked custard pie with less calories because it's sweetened with Equal and made with 2% milk. For added coconut flavor use the optional coconut extract.”
Serves: 8
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/987.shtml
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9 inch pie
4 eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup toasted flaked coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Set aside.
Beat eggs in large bowl about 5 minutes or until thick and lemon colored. Whisk in milk and remaining ingredients. Pour mixture into pastry shell.
Bake pie in preheated 375F oven 30 to 35 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of pie comes out clean. Cool on wire rack. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 194; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 301 mg; Cholesterol: 115 mg ; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 starch, 2 fat
TANGERINE-GLAZED POLTENTA CAKE
This comes from page 87 of the November/December 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times. The recipe begins, “This uniquely delicious dessert is bound to delight your guests.” Serves 12.
To view this online, click here.
Tangerine Syrup and Cake
2/3 cup fresh tangerine juice
3 Tbs. sugar
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp. grated tangerine zest
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 large eggs
3/4 cup low-fat sour cream
Glaze
1 Tbs. whole rosemary leaves
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
2 Tbs. fresh tangerine juice
1/2 tsp. grated tangerine zest
To make Tangerine Syrup: Combine fresh tangerine juice and 3 Tbs. sugar in bowl until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
To make Cake: Preheat oven to 350˚F. Spread slivered almonds on baking sheet and toast in oven 7 minutes, or until browned. Chop fine, and set aside.
Coat 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Combine flour, cornmeal, rosemary, tangerine zest, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chopped almonds in bowl. Set aside. Beat sugar and butter with electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then sour cream. Beat in flour mixture until smooth. Spread in prepared pan, and bake 1 hour, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Unmold, and invert on wire rack.
Poke holes all over top of cake with wooden skewer while still hot. Brush top and sides of cake with Tangerine Syrup until all syrup is absorbed. Cool.
To make Glaze: Blanch rosemary leaves 1 minute in boiling water. Drain, refresh under cold water, and pat dry. Whisk together remaining ingredients in bowl. Arrange rosemary leaves over top of cake. Spread Tangerine Glaze on top of cake with spatula. Let stand 2 hours before serving.
nutritional information Per Slice: Calories: 241; Protein: 4 g; Total Fat: 9.5 g; Saturated Fat: 4.5 g; Carbohydrates: 36 g; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Sodium: 135 mg; Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 24 g
STIR-FRIED BEET GREENS, TOFU AND BEETS
This comes from Martha Rose Shulman in The New York Times' Cooking e-newsletter. Martha writes, “I had lots of beet greens on hand during the week that I was testing all of these beet recipes, so I decided to combine them with julienned beets in a stir-fry. The greens should be crisp-tender.” Time: 15 minutes; Serves 4
To view this online, along with the beautiful photo of this, click here.
Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil, sunflower oil or peanut oil
6 ounces firm tofu, diced (1 cup)
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 large cloves)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 large or 4 small beets (1/2 pound), peeled and cut in 2-inch julienne (about 2 heaped cups julienne)
1 medium-size leek, white and light green parts only, cut in half lengthwise, cleaned and sliced thin
1 pound beet greens, stemmed, washed well in 2 changes of water, and coarsely chopped (about 6 cups tightly packed; it’s fine if water remains on the leaves)
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup minced cilantro
2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water or stock
Preparation
Combine the sugar and salt in 1 small container, the soy sauce, sherry and sesame oil in another, and place within arm’s reach of your wok. Have the other ingredients in separate containers within arm’s reach of your wok.
Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the tofu and spread out in a single layer. Don’t stir for 1 minute, then stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until it begins to color. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the beets and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the leek and stir-fry for 30 seconds to a minute, until it softens, then add the beet greens and salt and sugar. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the greens have wilted. Add the sesame seeds, soy sauce, sherry and sesame oil, the beets and cilantro and stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and stir-fry until the liquid in the wok glazes the vegetables and tofu, less than a minute. Remove from the heat and serve with rice, noodles or other grains.
Tip: Advance preparation: The stir-fry is last minute but you can prepare all the ingredients hours ahead.
VEGAN CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
This recipe comes from Jolinda Hackett, About.com's Vegetarian Food guide. She writes, “With just four ingredients plus a little salt and pepper to taste, this is a very simple and basic vegan cream of asparagus soup recipe. Be sure to use a vegan margarine to make sure your asparagus soup is completely vegan and dairy-free.”
To view this recipe online, click here.
Ingredients
1 cup water or vegetable broth
1 bunch fresh asparagus
2 tbsp vegan margarine
2 tbsp flour
1 3/4 cups soy milk
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
Blanch asparagus in water or vegetable broth for just a few minutes until asparagus is tender, but not soft and overcooked. Drain, reserving the cooking liquid, and set aside.
In a large soup pot, melt the margarine over medium-low heat, then add the milk and flour, stirring until a thick roux is formed. Remove from heat.
In a blender or food processor, add the asparagus, soy milk roux, asparagus cooking liquid and asparagus. Pulse a few times, until just blended, or until you have the desired consistency. I like to have a few pieces of whole asparagus in my soup, though you may prefer a smoother asparagus soup.
Return to the stove to reheat your soup, and season generously with salt and pepper.
Monday, December 28, 2015
Monday Recipes
Hope your holiday weekend was good. Now we're in this year's home-stretch. (And yes, I'll be posting on Friday, which happens to be New Year's Day. And now, for today's six recipes. Enjoy!
ULTIMATE VEGAN LASAGNA
This comes from the February 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times. The recipe begins, "This recipe eliminates the messy, time-consuming process of preboiling the noodles—use any whole-wheat, brown rice, or regular lasagna noodles right out of the box. They'll cook in the sauce." Serves 8.
To view this online, click here.
Filling
2 tsp. olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped (2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
10-oz. bag fresh baby spinach
2 12-oz. pkgs. firm tofu, drained
1 8-oz. pkg. vegan cream cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
Lasagna
5 1/2 cups Speedy Red Sauce (the next posted recipe)
12 uncooked whole-wheat lasagna noodles
12 oz. vegan Italian sausage links, cut into thin rounds, or soy sausage crumbles, broken apart
1 cup shredded mozzarella flavor vegan cheese (3 oz.)
To make Filling: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic in oil 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden. Add spinach, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until wilted. Transfer spinach mixture to bowl of food processor. Add tofu, cream cheese, basil, and nutritional yeast, and purée until mixture is thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Spread one-quarter of Speedy Red Sauce recipe on bottom of 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Cover with one-third of noodles (4 or 5 noodles), then half of Filling, and ladle on another one-quarter of sauce. Repeat layer of noodles and remaining Filling. Spread sausage evenly over top, and top with one-quarter of sauce. Finish with final layer of noodles and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Cover lasagna with foil, and bake 30 minutes, or until bubbling hot. Uncover, and bake 15 to 20 minutes more, or until noodles are tender and topping is melted. Remove from oven, and let stand 10 minutes before serving.
nutritional information Per 2-x-3-inch slice: Calories: 508; Protein: 33 g; Total Fat: 19 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 60 g; Cholesterol: mg; Sodium: 817 mg; Fiber: 13 g; Sugar: 10 g; Vegan
SPEEDY RED SAUCE
This also comes from the February 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times. It begins, "This all-purpose pasta sauce can be used on spaghetti as well as in our Ultimate Vegan Lasagna. Puréed roasted red peppers help thicken it quickly." Makes 5 1/2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and drained
2 small onions, diced (2 cups)
2 Tbs. dried basil or 3 Tbs. finely chopped fresh basil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 28-oz. can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
Purée roasted red peppers in food processor or blender until smooth. Set aside.
Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, and sauté 5 minutes, or until golden. Add basil and garlic, and sauté 1 minute more. Stir in tomatoes and roasted red pepper purée. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Simmer 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
nutritional information Per 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 53; Protein: 2 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 352 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 6 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
VEGAN RICE-STUFFED PUMPKIN
This is from page 71 of the October 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times. It begins, "The stuffing for this entrée can be made two days ahead." Serves 12.
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1 lb. wild rice blend
2 lb. fresh spinach, stemmed
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided
6 cups sliced button mushrooms (1 1/2 lb.)
1 large onion, chopped (2 cups)
1 cup diced celery
9 cloves garlic, minced, divided (3 Tbs.)
3 Tbs. chopped fresh sage, divided
4 tsp. chopped fresh thyme, divided
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 cups cooked kidney beans, or 1 15-oz. can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 6- to 8-lb. cooking pumpkin
Prepare wild rice blend according to package directions. Transfer to bowl.
Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in bottom of skillet. Add spinach, and cook 4 minutes, or until wilted. Drain, and cool, then squeeze dry, chop, and add to rice in bowl.
Heat 2 Tbs. oil in skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, celery, 4 tsp. garlic, 1 Tbs. sage, and 2 tsp. thyme; sauté 10 minutes, or until all liquid has evaporated. Stir in corn and kidney beans, and sauté 3 minutes. Stir mushroom mixture into rice mixture. Fold in pecans, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil. Cut top from pumpkin, and scoop out seeds and pulp.
Combine remaining 1/4 cup oil, remaining 5 tsp. garlic, 2 Tbs. sage, and 2 tsp. thyme in bowl. Brush oil mixture over inside of pumpkin. Fill pumpkin with rice mixture, cover with top, and bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until pumpkin is tender when side is pierced with knife tip. Uncover, and bake 10 to 20 minutes more.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 272; Protein: 3 g; Total Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 43 g; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Sodium: 227 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 25 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
LABNEH TART WITH HONEY-CRANBERRY TOPPING
This comes from the November 2015 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 46. The recipe begins, "Labneh, or yogurt cheese, is a Middle Eastern strained plain yogurt. Make your own by draining plain Greek yogurt in a strainer placed over a bowl for several hours." Serves 10.
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1/4 cup plus 1 tsp. melted coconut oil, divided
1 1/4 cups rolled oats
1 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut
1/4 cup gluten-free oat flour, sifted
1/4 cup brown rice flour
1/4 tsp. sea salt
5 Tbs. maple syrup
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
8 Tbs. honey, divided
1 1/2 cups labneh
1 vanilla bean
Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush 9-inch springform pan with 1 tsp. oil. Set aside.
Blend oats, coconut, oat flour, rice flour, and salt in food processor until coarsely ground, and transfer to bowl. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup oil, syrup, and vanilla.
Press crust into bottom of prepared pan. (Do not press up sides.) Bake 25 minutes, or until edges begin to brown.
Meanwhile, bring cranberries and 6 Tbs. honey to a simmer in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 3 minutes, or until cranberries burst, stirring occasionally. Transfer to bowl, and set aside.
Place labneh in bowl. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean, then whisk in remaining 2 Tbs. honey. Spread labneh mixture over baked crust, and drizzle with cranberry mixture. Serve warm or chilled.
nutritional information Per Per slice: Calories: 355; Protein: 5 g; Total Fat: 19 g; Saturated Fat: 15 g; Carbohydrates: 37 g; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Sodium: 54 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 22 g; Gluten-Free
BLACK BEAN, CHEESE, AND TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This is from Miri Rotkovitz, About.com's Kosher Food expert. Miri writes, “This layered Black Bean, Cheese, and Tortilla Casserole is quick and easy to throw together, but it packs big flavor. It's ideal for busy nights, but you may just find yourself craving its comforting goodness even when you've got time to spare for leisurely meal prep.” Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 35 minutes; Total Time: 50 minutes; Yield: Serves 4 to 6
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Ingredients
For the Casserole:
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 medium onion, trimmed, peeled, and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, peeled, smashed, and finely chopped
3 scallions, sliced, white and light green parts only
1 teaspoon cumin
2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato salsa (mild, medium, or hot, depending on preference)
12 soft corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Serving:
Guacamole
Salsa, homemade or store bought
Sour cream or crème fraiche
Hot sauce
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 400° F. Oil a 9 or 10" casserole dish and set aside.
Warm the olive oil a chefs pan or large, deep skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic, scallions, and cumin, and saute about a minute more, or until fragrant. Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, and salsa, lower the heat, and simmer, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Cover the bottom of the baking dish with 4 tortillas, overlapping or trimming to fit if necessary (if you are using a rectangular or oblong dish, you may want to cut a couple of the tortillas in half to get a better fit; don't worry if the tortillas don't cover the entire dish.)
Toss the cheeses together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the tortillas with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with 1/2 of the tomato-bean mixture, smoothing the top with a spatula. Arrange 4 more tortillas over the beans, top with 1/3 of the cheese, and the rest of the beans. Top the casserole with the rest of the tortillas. Sprinkle evenly with the rest of the cheese, drizzle with a little olive oil, and bake, covered, for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top as desired with guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and hot sauce. Enjoy!
BEAN AND VEGETABLE STEW
Yield: 6 Servings (about 1-1/3 cups each)
Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/905.shtml
Ingredients
1 cup chopped onion
1 medium Idaho potato, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large sweet potato, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon flour
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (16 ounces) tomato wedges, undrained
3/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Saute onion, potato, sweet potato, bell pepper, and garlic in oil in large saucepan 5 minutes; stir in flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes longer.
Add remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper, to saucepan; heat to boiling.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 209; Protein: 7.7 g; Fat: 5.5 g; Sodium: 493 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 39 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Bread/Starch, 1 Fat
ULTIMATE VEGAN LASAGNA
This comes from the February 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times. The recipe begins, "This recipe eliminates the messy, time-consuming process of preboiling the noodles—use any whole-wheat, brown rice, or regular lasagna noodles right out of the box. They'll cook in the sauce." Serves 8.
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Filling
2 tsp. olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped (2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
10-oz. bag fresh baby spinach
2 12-oz. pkgs. firm tofu, drained
1 8-oz. pkg. vegan cream cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
Lasagna
5 1/2 cups Speedy Red Sauce (the next posted recipe)
12 uncooked whole-wheat lasagna noodles
12 oz. vegan Italian sausage links, cut into thin rounds, or soy sausage crumbles, broken apart
1 cup shredded mozzarella flavor vegan cheese (3 oz.)
To make Filling: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic in oil 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden. Add spinach, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until wilted. Transfer spinach mixture to bowl of food processor. Add tofu, cream cheese, basil, and nutritional yeast, and purée until mixture is thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Spread one-quarter of Speedy Red Sauce recipe on bottom of 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Cover with one-third of noodles (4 or 5 noodles), then half of Filling, and ladle on another one-quarter of sauce. Repeat layer of noodles and remaining Filling. Spread sausage evenly over top, and top with one-quarter of sauce. Finish with final layer of noodles and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Cover lasagna with foil, and bake 30 minutes, or until bubbling hot. Uncover, and bake 15 to 20 minutes more, or until noodles are tender and topping is melted. Remove from oven, and let stand 10 minutes before serving.
nutritional information Per 2-x-3-inch slice: Calories: 508; Protein: 33 g; Total Fat: 19 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 60 g; Cholesterol: mg; Sodium: 817 mg; Fiber: 13 g; Sugar: 10 g; Vegan
SPEEDY RED SAUCE
This also comes from the February 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times. It begins, "This all-purpose pasta sauce can be used on spaghetti as well as in our Ultimate Vegan Lasagna. Puréed roasted red peppers help thicken it quickly." Makes 5 1/2 cups in 30 minutes or less.
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and drained
2 small onions, diced (2 cups)
2 Tbs. dried basil or 3 Tbs. finely chopped fresh basil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 28-oz. can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
Purée roasted red peppers in food processor or blender until smooth. Set aside.
Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, and sauté 5 minutes, or until golden. Add basil and garlic, and sauté 1 minute more. Stir in tomatoes and roasted red pepper purée. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Simmer 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
nutritional information Per 1/2-cup serving: Calories: 53; Protein: 2 g; Total Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 352 mg; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 6 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
VEGAN RICE-STUFFED PUMPKIN
This is from page 71 of the October 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times. It begins, "The stuffing for this entrée can be made two days ahead." Serves 12.
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1 lb. wild rice blend
2 lb. fresh spinach, stemmed
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided
6 cups sliced button mushrooms (1 1/2 lb.)
1 large onion, chopped (2 cups)
1 cup diced celery
9 cloves garlic, minced, divided (3 Tbs.)
3 Tbs. chopped fresh sage, divided
4 tsp. chopped fresh thyme, divided
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 cups cooked kidney beans, or 1 15-oz. can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 6- to 8-lb. cooking pumpkin
Prepare wild rice blend according to package directions. Transfer to bowl.
Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in bottom of skillet. Add spinach, and cook 4 minutes, or until wilted. Drain, and cool, then squeeze dry, chop, and add to rice in bowl.
Heat 2 Tbs. oil in skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, celery, 4 tsp. garlic, 1 Tbs. sage, and 2 tsp. thyme; sauté 10 minutes, or until all liquid has evaporated. Stir in corn and kidney beans, and sauté 3 minutes. Stir mushroom mixture into rice mixture. Fold in pecans, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil. Cut top from pumpkin, and scoop out seeds and pulp.
Combine remaining 1/4 cup oil, remaining 5 tsp. garlic, 2 Tbs. sage, and 2 tsp. thyme in bowl. Brush oil mixture over inside of pumpkin. Fill pumpkin with rice mixture, cover with top, and bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until pumpkin is tender when side is pierced with knife tip. Uncover, and bake 10 to 20 minutes more.
nutritional information Per Serving: Calories: 272; Protein: 3 g; Total Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: less than 1 g; Carbohydrates: 43 g; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Sodium: 227 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 25 g; Vegan; Gluten-Free
LABNEH TART WITH HONEY-CRANBERRY TOPPING
This comes from the November 2015 issue of Vegetarian Times, page 46. The recipe begins, "Labneh, or yogurt cheese, is a Middle Eastern strained plain yogurt. Make your own by draining plain Greek yogurt in a strainer placed over a bowl for several hours." Serves 10.
To view this online, click here.
1/4 cup plus 1 tsp. melted coconut oil, divided
1 1/4 cups rolled oats
1 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut
1/4 cup gluten-free oat flour, sifted
1/4 cup brown rice flour
1/4 tsp. sea salt
5 Tbs. maple syrup
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
8 Tbs. honey, divided
1 1/2 cups labneh
1 vanilla bean
Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush 9-inch springform pan with 1 tsp. oil. Set aside.
Blend oats, coconut, oat flour, rice flour, and salt in food processor until coarsely ground, and transfer to bowl. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup oil, syrup, and vanilla.
Press crust into bottom of prepared pan. (Do not press up sides.) Bake 25 minutes, or until edges begin to brown.
Meanwhile, bring cranberries and 6 Tbs. honey to a simmer in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 3 minutes, or until cranberries burst, stirring occasionally. Transfer to bowl, and set aside.
Place labneh in bowl. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean, then whisk in remaining 2 Tbs. honey. Spread labneh mixture over baked crust, and drizzle with cranberry mixture. Serve warm or chilled.
nutritional information Per Per slice: Calories: 355; Protein: 5 g; Total Fat: 19 g; Saturated Fat: 15 g; Carbohydrates: 37 g; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Sodium: 54 mg; Fiber: 3 g; Sugar: 22 g; Gluten-Free
BLACK BEAN, CHEESE, AND TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This is from Miri Rotkovitz, About.com's Kosher Food expert. Miri writes, “This layered Black Bean, Cheese, and Tortilla Casserole is quick and easy to throw together, but it packs big flavor. It's ideal for busy nights, but you may just find yourself craving its comforting goodness even when you've got time to spare for leisurely meal prep.” Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 35 minutes; Total Time: 50 minutes; Yield: Serves 4 to 6
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 medium onion, trimmed, peeled, and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, peeled, smashed, and finely chopped
3 scallions, sliced, white and light green parts only
1 teaspoon cumin
2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato salsa (mild, medium, or hot, depending on preference)
12 soft corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Serving:
Guacamole
Salsa, homemade or store bought
Sour cream or crème fraiche
Hot sauce
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 400° F. Oil a 9 or 10" casserole dish and set aside.
Warm the olive oil a chefs pan or large, deep skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic, scallions, and cumin, and saute about a minute more, or until fragrant. Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, and salsa, lower the heat, and simmer, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Cover the bottom of the baking dish with 4 tortillas, overlapping or trimming to fit if necessary (if you are using a rectangular or oblong dish, you may want to cut a couple of the tortillas in half to get a better fit; don't worry if the tortillas don't cover the entire dish.)
Toss the cheeses together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the tortillas with 1/3 of the cheese. Top with 1/2 of the tomato-bean mixture, smoothing the top with a spatula. Arrange 4 more tortillas over the beans, top with 1/3 of the cheese, and the rest of the beans. Top the casserole with the rest of the tortillas. Sprinkle evenly with the rest of the cheese, drizzle with a little olive oil, and bake, covered, for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top as desired with guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and hot sauce. Enjoy!
BEAN AND VEGETABLE STEW
Yield: 6 Servings (about 1-1/3 cups each)
Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/905.shtml
Ingredients
1 cup chopped onion
1 medium Idaho potato, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large sweet potato, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon flour
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (16 ounces) tomato wedges, undrained
3/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Saute onion, potato, sweet potato, bell pepper, and garlic in oil in large saucepan 5 minutes; stir in flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes longer.
Add remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper, to saucepan; heat to boiling.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 209; Protein: 7.7 g; Fat: 5.5 g; Sodium: 493 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 39 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Bread/Starch, 1 Fat
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