I can hardly believe that Thanksgiving is almost upon us, I swear it snuck up on me when I wasn’t looking. Thanksgiving for us is a little different than most people seeing as though we don’t really plan our meal around a big turkey feast. My vegetarian husband isn’t even a fan of the traditional…
Ricotta and tomato tart
Ricotta and tomato tart Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: If you’ve never added ricotta to eggs before – do it! The ricotta makes everything so light and fluffy and provides a great base for thin slices of roasted tomato. This tart also uses filo pastry instead of a normal pie crust – it’s…
Jalapeno Ginger Butternut Squash Soup
Jalapeno Ginger Butternut Squash Soup Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Jalapeno adds just enough heat to this butternut squash soup. A super easy weeknight dinner! Can be made vegan. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 cup carrots, diced 6 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons grated ginger 2 jalapeño chiles,…
Squash Risotto with Maple Cheddar Cheese
Squash Risotto with Maple Cheddar Cheese Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30-40 minutes Total time: 40-50 minutes Serves: 4-6 servings Squash risotto with maple cheddar cheese. Omit the cheese for a vegan dinner option! Ingredients 1 small acorn squash, peeled and diced 2 shallots, sliced thinly 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup arborio rice…
Maple Tempeh with Herbed Quinoa
Maple Tempeh with Herbed Quinoa Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Maple Tempeh with Herbed Quinoa with cranberries and walnuts is a delicious, satisfying, and nutrient dense vegan and gluten-free entree for the holidays. Ingredients 2 packs of organic tempeh (16 oz.) 1 cup quinoa (I used half black and half white quinoa) 1½…
Surf Shack Tacos
Surf Shack Tacos Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Vegan tacos that bring back a little bit of summer. Lightly fried tofu is complimented by fresh cilantro, creamy sriracha sauce, avocado and radishes. Ingredients 1/3 cup Cashews 1 cup Water 2 tablespoons Almond Milk + 1/2 cup Almond Milk 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast 1…
Savory Oat Pancakes
Savory Oat Pancakes Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A gluten free savory pancake made from oats, use savory toppings instead of sweet to make this a meal for anytime of day! Ingredients ½ cup almond milk (add more for a thinner consistancy) 4 egg whites ½ cup organic rolled oats 1 tablespoon coconut…
Vegetarian French Onion Soup
Vegetarian French Onion Soup Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 5 bowls French onion soup made with vegetable broth, crusty baguette and Gruyere cheese. Ingredients 2 large yellow onions 1 cup white wine 6 cups vegetable broth salt and pepper, to taste 5 slices baguette, cut 1/2″ thick…
Acorn Squash Stuffed with Pumpkin Seed & Cherry Quinoa Pilaf
Acorn Squash Stuffed with Pumpkin Seed & Cherry Quinoa Pilaf Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Inspired by some of my favorite flavors, this acorn squash stuffed with quinoa, pumpkin seeds, almonds, spinach, oregano, and dried tart cherries makes a delicious main dish for fall! Ingredients 1 acorn squash 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus…
White Bean Potato Tacos
White Bean Potato Tacos Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: White Bean – Potato Tacos are super yummy, with a hint of smoky chipotle in the well-rounded, sweet & tangy sauce. Just all around a perfect taco filling! Ingredients 1 medium russet potato, cut into ¼ – ½-inch cubes 1 teaspoon olive oil or…
Penne with Spinach and Rosemary Gorgonzola Cream
Penne with Spinach and Rosemary Gorgonzola Cream Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 20-30 minutes Total time: 25-35 minutes Serves: 4 Penne pasta with spinach and rosemary gorgonzola cream sauce. Ingredients 1/2 – 3/4 pound penne pasta 1 1/2 cups whipping cream 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese 4-5 cups fresh spinach (or…
Pumpkin Pot Pie
Pumpkin Pot Pie Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Hearty and wholesome pumpkin pot pie with a parmesan crust. Ingredients Ingredients for Vegetable Filling 1 small sugar pumpkin, roasted 3 large carrots 2 celery stalks 2 cups vegetable stock 1 small white onion (or half of a large one) 1 bunch of kale (about…