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Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers

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Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers -- Epicurean VeganI know what you’re thinking . . . stuffed peppers again?! But these are different—that’s what makes stuffed peppers so great; the ingredient possibilities are endless. These take a bit more time since I used a wild rice mix, which needs to cook for 45-50 minutes, but they’re well worth the extra time. This recipe is enough for 4 peppers, but I made 3; the leftover rice mix will be ideal for tomorrow’s lunch.

INGREDIENTS:
4 large bell peppers, tops and innards removed
1-1/3 C wild rice mix
3 C mushroom broth
1/2 C pumpkin seeds, toasted
2 tsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 C fresh spinach, torn
1-1/2 C mushrooms, diced
1-1/2 C vegan pepper jack, shredded

DIRECTIONS:
In a large saucepan, bring the mushroom broth to a boil. Stir in the rice mix, reduce heat to low and cover for 45-50 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 and in a small skillet, toast the pumpkin seeds.

Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers -- Epicurean VeganIn a large skillet, heat the olive oil and garlic, then add the mushrooms and spinach. Only cook until the spinach starts to serious wilt—just a few minutes. Stir in the cooked rice and pumpkin seeds.

Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers -- Epicurean VeganPut a tablespoon or two of cheese in the pepper, fill part way with rice stuffing, then some more cheese. Top it off with more rice mix; a layering effect. Bake covered for 35 minutes, then uncover add a tiny bit of cheese on top and bake another 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers -- Epicurean Vegan

Wild Rice, Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Peppers
 
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I know what you're thinking . . . stuffed peppers again?! But these are different---that's what makes stuffed peppers so great; the ingredient possibilities are endless. These take a bit more time since I used a wild rice mix, which needs to cook for 45-50 minutes, but they're well worth the extra time. This recipe is enough for 4 peppers, but I made 3; the leftover rice mix will be ideal for tomorrow's lunch.
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Ingredients
  • 4 large bell peppers, tops and innards removed
  • 1-1/3 C wild rice mix
  • 3 C mushroom broth
  • ½ C pumpkin seeds, toasted
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 C fresh spinach, torn
  • 1-1/2 C mushrooms, diced
  • 1-1/2 C vegan pepper jack, shredded
Directions
  1. In a large saucepan, bring the mushroom broth to a boil. Stir in the rice mix, reduce heat to low and cover for 45-50 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 and in a small skillet, toast the pumpkin seeds.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and garlic, then add the mushrooms and spinach. Only cook until the spinach starts to serious wilt---just a few minutes. Stir in the cooked rice and pumpkin seeds.
  3. Put a tablespoon or two of cheese in the pepper, fill part way with rice stuffing, then some more cheese. Top it off with more rice mix; a layering effect. Bake covered for 35 minutes, then uncover add a tiny bit of cheese on top and bake another 5 minutes. Enjoy!

 

Vegetable-Barley Soup

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Vegetable-Barley Soup -- Epicurean VeganYes, I am on a barley kick. Since I started using it (Vegetable-Barley Chili) I’ve been hooked. It has a lovely chewy texture that is ideal for soups and stews. In addition to the rainy weather, I  needed to clean out the fridge of some veggies, so this soup worked out beautifully. Amazing flavor and ideal with some garlic toast or rolls.

INGREDIENTS:
4 C vegetable broth
3-4 C water
1/3 C pearled barley
1 zucchini, sliced then quartered
4 stalks celery, sliced
2 C mushrooms, sliced/quartered
3 medium carrots, sliced
4 large green onions, sliced
1/3 C light miso
1/3 C sherry
3 Tbs dried minced onion
2 Tbs dried chives
1 C fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp black pepper
3/4 C almond milk

DIRECTIONS:
Combine the broth, barley, zucchini, carrots, celery, minced onion, chives, and pepper in a large soup pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables soften. Add 1-2 cups of water along with the mushrooms, green onions, miso, and sherry. Cook another 5-7 minutes. Add more water if you feel it’s too thick. Stir in the parsley. Serve and enjoy!

Vegetable-Barley Soup
 
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Yes, I am on a barley kick. Since I started using it (Vegetable-Barley Chili) I've been hooked. It has a lovely chewy texture that is ideal for soups and stews. In addition to the rainy weather, I needed to clean out the fridge of some veggies, so this soup worked out beautifully. Amazing flavor and ideal with some garlic toast or rolls.
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Ingredients
  • 4 C vegetable broth
  • 3-4 C water
  • ⅓ C pearled barley
  • 1 zucchini, sliced then quartered
  • 4 stalks celery, sliced
  • 2 C mushrooms, sliced/quartered
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 4 large green onions, sliced
  • ⅓ C light miso
  • ⅓ C sherry
  • 3 Tbs dried minced onion
  • 2 Tbs dried chives
  • 1 C fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ¾ C almond milk
Directions
  1. Combine the broth, barley, zucchini, carrots, celery, minced onion, chives, and pepper in a large soup pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables soften. Add 1-2 cups of water along with the mushrooms, green onions, miso, and sherry. Cook another 5-7 minutes. Add more water if you feel it's too thick. Stir in the parsley. Serve and enjoy!

 

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean VeganStuffed bell peppers are one of my favorite meals. They’re easy and versatile. This time, I decided to try something different: barley. In addition to being high in fiber, barley is also high in selenium, phosphorus, copper and manganese. And also because of its high B vitamin content, it has also shown to help lower cholesterol. Go barley!

INGREDIENTS:
1 C pearled barley
2-1/2 C water or vegetable broth
3 large peppers, or 4 medium ones
1/2 red onion, diced
1/2 C pimentos, diced
6 large mushrooms, diced
1 Field Roast sausage, Apple Sage flavor (excellent source of protein)!
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp olive oil
3/4 C vegan cheddar, shredded
1/3 C Tofutti sour cream
Salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:
In a large saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Stir in the barley, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes.

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean VeganMeanwhile, preheat oven to 375. Cut the tops off the peppers, clean out the innards, wash, and set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and garlic. Add the onion and Field Roast, which I just chopped up.

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean Vegan

Add the mushrooms and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the barley, pimento, cheese, and sour cream. Combine well.

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean Vegan

Stuff the peppers with the barley mixture. Press down with every scoop to maximize the full capacity of the pepper 🙂 Place into a baking dish.

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean VeganCover and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers -- Epicurean Vegan

Barley-Stuffed Bell Peppers
 
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Stuffed bell peppers are one of my favorite meals. They're easy and versatile. This time, I decided to try something different: barley. In addition to being high in fiber, barley is also high in selenium, phosphorus, copper and manganese. And also because of its high B vitamin content, it has also shown to help lower cholesterol. Go barley!
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Ingredients
  • 1 C pearled barley
  • 2-1/2 C water or vegetable broth
  • 3 large peppers, or 4 medium ones
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • ½ C pimentos, diced
  • 6 large mushrooms, diced
  • 1 Field Roast sausage, Apple Sage flavor (excellent source of protein)!
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ¾ C vegan cheddar, shredded
  • ⅓ C Tofutti sour cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
  1. In a large saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Stir in the barley, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375. Cut the tops off the peppers, clean out the innards, wash, and set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and garlic. Add the onion and Field Roast, which I just chopped up.
  3. Add the mushrooms and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the barley, pimento, cheese, and sour cream. Combine well.
  4. Stuff the peppers with the barley mixture. Press down with every scoop to maximize the full capacity of the pepper 🙂 Place into a baking dish.
  5. Cover and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil

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Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil -- Epicurean VeganI’ve found my new favorite pizza—and this is it. Truffle oil is ideal for pizzas and this one will leave you wishing you made more!

INGREDIENTS:
Any basic pizza dough recipe. I used a pre-packaged mix.
2 C mushrooms, sliced
1-1/2 C fresh spinach, torn or chopped
1 C fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
3/4 C Daiya mozzarella cheese
Truffle oil, to taste (I recommend about a tablespoon)
Vegan margarine

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 425. Combine the mushrooms, spinach, basil, and truffle oil in a medium bowl; set aside. Using about a teaspoon of margarine, I greased a round pizza pan. Press dough onto the pan. Stick several times with a fork.

Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil -- Epicurean VeganBake the crust for 5 minutes, or until it begins to brown. Sprinkle a thin layer of cheese on top of the crust. Next, add all of the spinach/mushrooms mixture. Top with remaining cheese.

Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil -- Epicurean VeganBake for 10 minutes, or until the edge of the crust browns. Slice and enjoy!

Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil -- Epicurean Vegan

Mushroom and Spinach Pizza with Truffle Oil
 
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Ingredients
  • Any basic pizza dough recipe. I used a pre-packaged mix.
  • 2 C mushrooms, sliced
  • 1-1/2 C fresh spinach, torn or chopped
  • 1 C fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
  • ¾ C Daiya mozzarella cheese
  • Truffle oil, to taste (I recommend about a tablespoon)
  • Vegan margarine
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 425. Combine the mushrooms, spinach, basil, and truffle oil in a medium bowl; set aside. Using about a teaspoon of margarine, I greased a round pizza pan. Press dough onto the pan. Stick several times with a fork.
  2. Bake the crust for 5 minutes, or until it begins to brown. Sprinkle a thin layer of cheese on top of the crust. Next, add all of the spinach/mushrooms mixture. Top with remaining cheese.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edge of the crust browns. Slice and enjoy!

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole

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Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean VeganYesterday’s nearly 80 degree day turned to a cloudy and soon-to-be rainy day today, so a breakfast casserole seemed quite appropriate for the morning. It didn’t disappoint and has proved to be ideal for a cozy day in. Turn it into a breakfast burrito by wrapping some up in a flour tortilla.

INGREDIENTS:
1 Tbs olive oil
1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
3 small russet potatoes, diced
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 C mushrooms, chopped
2 Chipotle-flavored Field Roast sausages
1-1/2 C fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 pkg silken tofu
1/3 C nutritional yeast flakes
8-oz vegan pepper jack, or other favorite vegan cheeze, shredded
1/2 C Tofutti sour cream
3/4 C almond milk
1/4 to 1/3 C panko bread crumbs

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray a 13″x9″ baking pan with cooking spray; set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and add all of the potatoes. Cook, covered, on medium heat for 15 minutes, or until they just begin to soften (stir them often).

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean VeganAdd the bell pepper and Field Roast; cook another 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the tofu, cheeze, sour cream, nutritional yeast, and almond milk. Stir in the spinach.

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean VeganAdd the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they begin to soften, 2-3 minutes.

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean VeganThen combine the potato mixture to the tofu mixture and stir well to combine. Pour mixture in the pan and top with the panko.

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean VeganCover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes. Let sit a few minutes, then dig in and enjoy!

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole -- Epicurean Vegan

Field Roast and Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
 
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Yesterday's nearly 80 degree day turned to a cloudy and soon-to-be rainy day today, so a breakfast casserole seemed quite appropriate for the morning. It didn't disappoint and has proved to be ideal for a cozy day in. Turn it into a breakfast burrito by wrapping some up in a flour tortilla.
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Ingredients
  • 1 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 3 small russet potatoes, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 C mushrooms, chopped
  • 2 Chipotle-flavored Field Roast sausages
  • 1-1/2 C fresh spinach, chopped
  • ½ pkg silken tofu
  • ⅓ C nutritional yeast flakes
  • 8-oz vegan pepper jack, or other favorite vegan cheeze, shredded
  • ½ C Tofutti sour cream
  • ¾ C almond milk
  • ¼ to ⅓ C panko bread crumbs
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray a 13"x9" baking pan with cooking spray; set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and add all of the potatoes. Cook, covered, on medium heat for 15 minutes, or until they just begin to soften (stir them often).
  2. Add the bell pepper and Field Roast; cook another 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the tofu, cheeze, sour cream, nutritional yeast, and almond milk. Stir in the spinach.
  3. Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they begin to soften, 2-3 minutes.
  4. Then combine the potato mixture to the tofu mixture and stir well to combine. Pour mixture in the pan and top with the panko.
  5. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes. Let sit a few minutes, then dig in and enjoy!

Tetrazzini

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Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean VeganHoly mackerel, Andy! (as my father used to say) This is another winner from The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook. It’s cheezy, tasty and creamy comfort food that I guarantee you’ll love. Not only that, it’s simple to make. The recipe also gives you ideas to add more protein such as 1-3/4 C chickpeas, 1/2 lb smoked or seasoned cubed tofu, cubed tempeh, or seitan. I went with a couple of sliced Tofurky hot dogs—Field Roast sausages would also be a great option. The recipe makes enough to feed a crowd of 6-8, so it’s great for get togethers. I highly recommend making the Parmezano Sprinkles for this, too—they add the perfect topping.

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb spaghetti, broken in half
2 Tbs olive oil
4 C thinly sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 C flour
4 C nondairy milk (I used almond milk)
1/2 C nutritional yeast flakes
1 Tbs onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 C frozen peas, thawed (I left these out since I didn’t have any)
1/2 to a cup of Parmezano Sprinkles

Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean Vegan

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile,  in a large skillet, heat the oil and saute the mushrooms and bell pepper until tender.

Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean VeganCombine the flour, 2 cups of the milk, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth, then pour over the mushroom mixture. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk. The recipe says to remove from heat, but I just turned it to low. This is when I added the Tofurky hot dogs, too. Constantly stir it as it will begin to thicken and bubble within a couple of minutes.

Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean Vegan

Combine it with the spaghetti.

Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean VeganPour it into a lightly greased 4-quart baking dish, top with the Parmezano Sprinkles, and bake for 35 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Vegan Tetrazzini -- Epicurean Vegan

Tetrazzini
 
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Holy mackerel, Andy! (as my father used to say) This is another winner from The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook. It's cheezy, tasty and creamy comfort food that I guarantee you'll love. Not only that, it's simple to make. The recipe also gives you ideas to add more protein such as 1-3/4 C chickpeas, ½ lb smoked or seasoned cubed tofu, cubed tempeh, or seitan. I went with a couple of sliced Tofurky hot dogs---Field Roast sausages would also be a great option. The recipe makes enough to feed a crowd of 6-8, so it's great for get togethers. I highly recommend making the Parmezano Sprinkles for this, too---they add the perfect topping.
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Ingredients
  • 1 lb spaghetti, broken in half
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 4 C thinly sliced mushrooms
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 C flour
  • 4 C nondairy milk (I used almond milk)
  • ½ C nutritional yeast flakes
  • 1 Tbs onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 C frozen peas, thawed (I left these out since I didn't have any)
  • ½ to a cup of Parmezano Sprinkles
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil and saute the mushrooms and bell pepper until tender.
  2. Combine the flour, 2 cups of the milk, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth, then pour over the mushroom mixture. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk. The recipe says to remove from heat, but I just turned it to low. This is when I added the Tofurky hot dogs, too. Constantly stir it as it will begin to thicken and bubble within a couple of minutes.
  3. Combine it with the spaghetti.
  4. Pour it into a lightly greased 4-quart baking dish, top with the Parmezano Sprinkles, and bake for 35 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve immediately and enjoy!

 

Bok Choy Skillet Supper

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Bok Choy Skillet Supper -- Epicurean VeganOkay . . . way better than last night’s catastrophe. This recipe is in the latest issue of Vegetarian Times but I made just a couple of changes based on what I had at home. My only suggestion would be to steam the bok choy separately (defeating the purpose of a 0ne-pan meal) but I found that when I steamed them much longer than the recipe says and they still were crunchy, it’s worth using another pan. I love bok choy and I don’t cook with it nearly as much as I ought to. VT also informed me that it is packed full of vitamin C, carotenoids, and phytonutrients that strengthen the immune system and may help reduce the risks of some cancers. What a bonus!

INGREDIENTS:
2 tsp garlic-flavored olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
8-oz button mushrooms, sliced (I left them whole and used jarred)
8 cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (I chopped one tomato as I somehow ended up with a ton)
2 shallots, finely chopped (1/4 C)
1 C bulgur (I used couscous)
1 C mushroom broth (I used vegetable broth)
1 sprig fresh thyme, plus 1 tsp  thyme leaves
4 small bok choy, halved

DIRECTIONS:
Heat 1 tsp  garlic oil in a skillet over med-high heat. Add the mushroom and saute 5 minutes, or until browned.I added about 1/2 tsp of minced garlic as well.

Bok Choy Skillet Supper -- Epicurean VeganTransfer to a bowl or plate. Add the tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes; add to the mushrooms. In the skillet, add the remaining 1 tsp of oil and stir in the shallots; saute 2-3 minutes. Stir in the couscous and thoroughly coat with oil. Add the broth, thyme sprig, and 1-1/2 cups of water. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, stir, reduce heat to med-low, and cover for 5 minutes.

Bok Choy Skillet Supper -- Epicurean Vegan(If not steaming the bok choy separately) arrange the stalks on top of the couscous in a pinwheel fashion. (Gotta make it look pretty.) Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with the thyme leaves, mushrooms, and tomatoes. Drizzle with the garlic oil. This dish is full of flavor and taste—not to mention vital nutrients. Enjoy!

Bok Choy Skillet Supper -- Epicurean Vegan

Bok Choy Skillet Supper
 
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Okay . . . way better than last night's catastrophe. This recipe is in the latest issue of Vegetarian Times but I made just a couple of changes based on what I had at home. My only suggestion would be to steam the bok choy separately (defeating the purpose of a 0ne-pan meal) but I found that when I steamed them much longer than the recipe says and they still were crunchy, it's worth using another pan. I love bok choy and I don't cook with it nearly as much as I ought to. VT also informed me that it is packed full of vitamin C, carotenoids, and phytonutrients that strengthen the immune system and may help reduce the risks of some cancers. What a bonus!
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Ingredients
  • 2 tsp garlic-flavored olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
  • 8-oz button mushrooms, sliced (I left them whole and used jarred)
  • 8 cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (I chopped one tomato as I somehow ended up with a ton)
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped (1/4 C)
  • 1 C bulgur (I used couscous)
  • 1 C mushroom broth (I used vegetable broth)
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme, plus 1 tsp thyme leaves
  • 4 small bok choy, halved
Directions
  1. Heat 1 tsp garlic oil in a skillet over med-high heat. Add the mushroom and saute 5 minutes, or until browned.I added about ½ tsp of minced garlic as well.
  2. Transfer to a bowl or plate. Add the tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes; add to the mushrooms. In the skillet, add the remaining 1 tsp of oil and stir in the shallots; saute 2-3 minutes. Stir in the couscous and thoroughly coat with oil. Add the broth, thyme sprig, and 1-1/2 cups of water. Season with salt and pepper, if desired, stir, reduce heat to med-low, and cover for 5 minutes.
  3. (If not steaming the bok choy separately) arrange the stalks on top of the couscous in a pinwheel fashion. (Gotta make it look pretty.) Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with the thyme leaves, mushrooms, and tomatoes. Drizzle with the garlic oil. This dish is full of flavor and taste---not to mention vital nutrients. Enjoy!

 

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce

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Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean VeganSorry I’ve been a bit MIA lately. Life is quite busy these days, especially with my alter ego. For the last few days, the family has dined on easy things like spaghetti, veggie burgers, and canned soup. Looking into their Oliver Twist eyes, I knew I needed to make an effort with dinner. Thank goodness for Green Buffalo Foods—they delivered my box of veggie love this afternoon and I swooned at the beautiful collard greens I received.

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean VeganYou could easily make spring rolls using collard greens, or make them with rice instead of noodles, like I did. The ingredients can easily be varied with this recipe, so get creative! I liked using the collard greens because of their fabulous nutritional value and durability when rolling them up. I think next time though, I’ll steam them just a tiny bit before filling them up, rather then afterward—they may fare better.

INGREDIENTS:
12 collard green leaves, washed and patted dry
8-oz firm tofu
6-8 mushrooms, sliced
4 large green onions, sliced
1-15oz can Great Northern beans, drained
1 C long-grain rice, uncooked
2 tsp garlic, minced
1-2 tsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce:
1/3 C tahini
2 tsp umeboshi paste
2 tsp lemon juice
2 Tbs tamari
2 Tbs water
2 Tbs almond milk

DIRECTIONS:
Combine rice with 1-1/2 cups of water. Bring to boil; stir and cover for 15 minutes, or until water has absorbed. You can also use jasmine scented rice, or arborio rice. Sushi rice would also be great. In the meantime, slice tofu into thin slices (julienned) saute in a dry skillet until slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet. In its place, add the garlic and olive oil. Heat for a minute, then add the green onions and mushrooms. Saute until slightly browned and soft. Add the rice, beans, and tofu and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean VeganCut the fat stem off of the collard green. Don’t cut off too much—just to where it starts to thin out and add 1-2 spoonfuls of the rice mixture onto the leaf.

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

Fold in the two “tails” of the collard green leaf:

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

Now fold the opposite side in:

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

Then roll from the bottom up and secure with a toothpick. Spear it through the stem, if you can. You’ll be left with a neatly rolled wrap:

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

I then placed them in a steamer basket and steamed them for just a few minutes.

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

You’ll probably have to do this in batches, so I recommend transferring them to a plate after steaming and covering with foil.

To make the sauce, whisk together all the ingredients and serve with the warm wraps. Enjoy!

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce -- Epicurean Vegan

Collard Green Wraps with Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce
 
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You could easily make spring rolls using collard greens, or make them with rice instead of noodles, like I did. The ingredients can easily be varied with this recipe, so get creative! I liked using the collard greens because of their fabulous nutritional value and durability when rolling them up. I think next time though, I'll steam them just a tiny bit before filling them up, rather then afterward---they may fare better.
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Ingredients
  • 12 collard green leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 8-oz firm tofu
  • 6-8 mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 large green onions, sliced
  • 1-15oz can Great Northern beans, drained
  • 1 C long-grain rice, uncooked
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1-2 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Tahini-Umeboshi Sauce:
  • ⅓ C tahini
  • 2 tsp umeboshi paste
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 Tbs tamari
  • 2 Tbs water
  • 2 Tbs almond milk
Directions
  1. Combine rice with 1-1/2 cups of water. Bring to boil; stir and cover for 15 minutes, or until water has absorbed. You can also use jasmine scented rice, or arborio rice. Sushi rice would also be great. In the meantime, slice tofu into thin slices (julienned) saute in a dry skillet until slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet. In its place, add the garlic and olive oil. Heat for a minute, then add the green onions and mushrooms. Saute until slightly browned and soft. Add the rice, beans, and tofu and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cut the fat stem off of the collard green. Don't cut off too much---just to where it starts to thin out and add 1-2 spoonfuls of the rice mixture onto the leaf.
  3. Fold in the two "tails" of the collard green leaf.
  4. Now fold the opposite side in.
  5. Then roll from the bottom up and secure with a toothpick. Spear it through the stem, if you can. You'll be left with a neatly rolled wrap.
  6. I then placed them in a steamer basket and steamed them for just a few minutes.
  7. You'll probably have to do this in batches, so I recommend transferring them to a plate after steaming and covering with foil.
  8. To make the sauce, whisk together all the ingredients and serve with the warm wraps. Enjoy!

Pasta with Almond Parmesan

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Pasta with Almond Parmesan -- Epicurean VeganThis has always been one of my favorite go-to lunches or quick dinners. I tend to have the almond Parmesan, from The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook, in the fridge because it’s delish and so easy to make. It’s packed with B vitamins (nutritional yeast) and protein (almonds). I also use low-carb, whole-wheat pasta when possible and the beauty of this, is that you can make as little, or as much as you want.

INGREDIENTS:
Cooked pasta, any variety
Mushrooms, sliced and lightly sauteed
Tomato, diced
Vegan margarine
Parmezano Sprinkles:
1/2 C blanched almonds
2 Tbs nutritional yeast flakes
1-2 tsp light miso
Heaping 1/4 tsp salt

DIRECTIONS:
To make the Parmezano Sprinkles: place the almonds in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then drain them; rinse with cold water. When pinched between your fingers, the skins will slide right off. Dry off with a paper towel and place the almonds in a food processor; grind to a fine powder. Add remaining ingredients and pulse several times to incorporate everything. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; will keep for a month or so and can be frozen.

Pasta with Almond Parmesan -- Epicurean Vegan

Cook pasta according to instructions on package. In the meantime, saute the mushrooms a little. Once pasta is cooked and drained, add a little margarine to the pot and coat the pasta. Stir in the mushrooms and tomatoes; let the tomatoes heat through a minute or two. Serve with Parmezano sprinkles on top! Enjoy!

Pasta with Almond Parmesan
 
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This has always been one of my favorite go-to lunches or quick dinners. I tend to have the almond Parmesan, from The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook, in the fridge because it's delish and so easy to make. It's packed with B vitamins (nutritional yeast) and protein (almonds). I also use low-carb, whole-wheat pasta when possible and the beauty of this, is that you can make as little, or as much as you want.
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Ingredients
  • Cooked pasta, any variety
  • Mushrooms, sliced and lightly sauteed
  • Tomato, diced
  • Vegan margarine
  • Parmezano Sprinkles:
  • ½ C blanched almonds
  • 2 Tbs nutritional yeast flakes
  • 1-2 tsp light miso
  • Heaping ¼ tsp salt
Directions
  1. To make the Parmezano Sprinkles: place the almonds in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then drain them; rinse with cold water. When pinched between your fingers, the skins will slide right off. Dry off with a paper towel and place the almonds in a food processor; grind to a fine powder. Add remaining ingredients and pulse several times to incorporate everything. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; will keep for a month or so and can be frozen.
  2. Cook pasta according to instructions on package. In the meantime, saute the mushrooms a little. Once pasta is cooked and drained, add a little margarine to the pot and coat the pasta. Stir in the mushrooms and tomatoes; let the tomatoes heat through a minute or two. Serve with Parmezano sprinkles on top! Enjoy!

 

Field Roast Breakfast Tarts

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Field Roast Breakfast Tarts -- Epicurean Vegan

Happy New Year!

I love when The Husband and I collaborate on breakfast, especially on lazy mornings like this. “These were nothing shy of brilliant,” he says as we savor each bite in between sips of coffee. What I love about these is that (much to my dismay 😉 ) The Sixth Grader and Husband don’t always like the same veggies and ingredients that I do (I know. . .can you believe it)? So these tarts (or pizzas) make it easy to come up with your favorite creation. One ingredient we all agree on are hash browns, so he fried those up while I threw together the dough. The only hard part was getting the kid out of bed—it was almost 10:00! (I guess that’s what Christmas vacation is for).

INGREDIENTS:
Dough: for 6 tarts
1-1/2 C flour
3/4 C Earth Balance margarine
1/4 C – 1/3 C ice water

The Rest:
1-16oz bag frozen hash browns, cooked
1-2 C kale, torn into pieces
4-5 mushrooms
1 Field Roast Chipotle Flavor, crumbed or ground
1/2 C- 3/4 C Dayia shredded cheddar or mozzarella flavor
Other ingredient ideas: diced potatoes, tomatoes, scrambled tofu, olives, spinach

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350. To prepare the dough: Combine the flour and margarine in the food processor until crumbly. While the machine is running, gradually pour in the water until a slightly moist dough forms. Knead just a couple of minutes. Divide into 6 equal pieces and roll out. Gently line the tart pans with the dough, then press the excess along the edge to cut it off. Prick the bottom of each tart and bake for about 7 minutes. Add your favorite ingredients. We started with the kale . . .

Field Roast Breakfast Tarts -- Epicurean Vegan

. . .then went with the hash browns, mushrooms, Field Roast and cheese.

Field Roast Breakfast Tarts -- Epicurean VeganBake for about 20 minutes, or until they begin to brown. The crust is so flaky (and thin—depending on how thick you roll it out) and doesn’t take over the other ingredients; it’s the right amount and combination of ingredients. Enjoy!

Field Roast Breakfast Tarts -- Epicurean Vegan

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