Category Archives: Vegetarian

collard and leek bunch

Easy Recipe for Greens!

I made greens with leeks because that’s what I had in the fridge and ended up loving how it came out.  I tested it out on a couple of friends a couple of weeks later and got the seal of

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collard and leek bunch

Easy Recipe for Greens!

I made greens with leeks because that’s what I had in the fridge and ended up loving how it came out.  I tested it out on a couple of friends a couple of weeks later and got the seal of

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apple crisp- sugar free

Apple Crisp

Shh, don’t tell anyone it’s made without any sugar!  This yummy recipe is made with maple syrup and honey instead.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Start  with 7 – 10 apples (I substituted two Bosc pears for two apples). Chop

apple crisp- sugar free

Apple Crisp

Shh, don’t tell anyone it’s made without any sugar!  This yummy recipe is made with maple syrup and honey instead.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Start  with 7 – 10 apples (I substituted two Bosc pears for two apples). Chop

fall harvest 2010

Fall Harvest

The fall harvest has begun!  These shots from September 17, 2010 Montclair Community Food Coop.

fall harvest 2010

Fall Harvest

The fall harvest has begun!  These shots from September 17, 2010 Montclair Community Food Coop.

pinto beans

Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!

Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this

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pinto beans

Beans, Beans, Beans YUM!

Protein, Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals– What more can you ask for? Here is a step-by-step recipe that is as easy as pie (but much better for you!) 2 cups dried pinto beans (chick peas and black beans work with this

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pasta with grilled vegetables

Roasted Veggies and Pasta

This is spring and summer favorite that is simple to make. Enhance the individual flavors of the vegetables by three simple ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. Make any traditional pasta salad healthier by using: a greater ratio of

pasta with grilled vegetables

Roasted Veggies and Pasta

This is spring and summer favorite that is simple to make. Enhance the individual flavors of the vegetables by three simple ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. Make any traditional pasta salad healthier by using: a greater ratio of

Queso Frito (fried cheese)

This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains).  Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup

Queso Frito (fried cheese)

This recipe is a snap. And it goes great with mangu (boiled and mashed plantains).  Check out the recipe here! You’ll need: Queso de Freir (it is a white cheese, a bit more crumbly and salty than mozzarella) 1/4 cup

cut crispies

Vegan Rice Crispy Treats

Much thanks to Elise for sharing this great recipe!  I modified it just a little and encourage you to experiment too… What you’ll need: 6 oz package of organic puffed rice cereal (no sugar added, just rice) 1 1/2 cups

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cut crispies

Vegan Rice Crispy Treats

Much thanks to Elise for sharing this great recipe!  I modified it just a little and encourage you to experiment too… What you’ll need: 6 oz package of organic puffed rice cereal (no sugar added, just rice) 1 1/2 cups

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kids popcorn

Vegan Caramel Popcorn

I like plain popcorn with salt and a  little butter but my husband (and his big ol’ sweet tooth) bugged me about making  caramel corn.   The recipes I found involved mixing lots of butter with lots of sugar- yummy and

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kids popcorn

Vegan Caramel Popcorn

I like plain popcorn with salt and a  little butter but my husband (and his big ol’ sweet tooth) bugged me about making  caramel corn.   The recipes I found involved mixing lots of butter with lots of sugar- yummy and

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moussaka with bread

Moussaka

I had this dish at my Egyptian friend, Hala’s house one evening.  She shared her recipe and I experimented with it.  This is my version of the Middle Eastern version… This versatile stew is great warm or cold and can

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moussaka with bread

Moussaka

I had this dish at my Egyptian friend, Hala’s house one evening.  She shared her recipe and I experimented with it.  This is my version of the Middle Eastern version… This versatile stew is great warm or cold and can

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Creamy Coconut Kale with Noodles

Creamy Coconut Kale with Noodles

This is another creation using sofrito.  I enjoyed the kale with coconut recipe and  noticed my kids liked it too.  I wanted to incorporate the kale into a meal that everyone in my family would enjoy (I added the shrimp 

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Creamy Coconut Kale with Noodles

Creamy Coconut Kale with Noodles

This is another creation using sofrito.  I enjoyed the kale with coconut recipe and  noticed my kids liked it too.  I wanted to incorporate the kale into a meal that everyone in my family would enjoy (I added the shrimp 

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