Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

Freezing and pressing tofu gives it a chewy texture which adds textural variety to recipes. It’s a must-do for one of my all-time favorite dishes, Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie from Moosewood Restaurant (see below). But if you’ve pressed tofu in the past by placing between 2 plates and stacking all sorts of cans and/or books on [...]

Watermelon and Peach Salad

What a refreshingly unique late summer treat, Watermelon & Peach Salad. It’s so simple, fresh and delicious. Ingredients 1 whole watermelon, seeded and cubed 6 peaches, pitted and sliced juice of 1 lemon salt Directions In a large mixing bowl, toss the watermelon and peaches with the lemon juice and let rest. Sprinkle salt on [...]

Vegetarian DIY McRib Sandwich

Well, (unfortunately) the McRib is again available for a limited time. Clearly, it’s not a healthy food choice, and you can make it much better. Here is a copycat recipe for a vegetarian (easily made vegan) DIY McRib sandwich. Ingredients 1 MorningStar Farms® Hickory BBQ Riblets 1 6 inch long sandwich bun 2 tablespoons McDonald’s [...]

Vegetarian French Onion Soup

Today is the perfect, cool Fall day for soup. I created this fantastic adaptation of Anthony Bourdain’s French Onion soup, Onion Soup Les Halles Recipe – CHOW. Ingredients 6 ounces butter 8 large onions, thinly sliced ( or 12 small onions) 2 ounces port wine 2 ounces balsamic vinegar 2 quarts vegetable stock, I prefer [...]

Roasted Tomato Soup

Roasted tomato soup in under 45 minutes Recipe here: Cooking with Dia

Vegan Marshmallows

Are you a vegetarian or vegan missing yummy marshmallow treats like s’mores, rice krispies treats, hot chocolate with mini-marshmallows or just roasting them over a campfire because of their animal ingredients (gelatin and egg whites)? Well, here you’ll find where to buy the best tasting marshmallows and a great recipe to make them yourself. See [...]