Menu Monday

I am Still Alive

My life has been nuts!  I have not been able to blog.  however, I have kept the food under control and I have not fallen off the wagon... just so you all know.  No junk food... but not enough water.  I'm telling you, this life style is hard to keep up when you aren't home… Continue reading I am Still Alive

Recipes

Cucumber Tofu

I first learned this dish as Cucumber Chicken from my friend who had spent time in Taiwan.  I loved it!  I had to find a way to eat it with my new eating plan.  So here is what I came up with: Ingredients 1 brick extra firm tofu cornstarch 1 large cucumber salt 2 Tbs… Continue reading Cucumber Tofu

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“Cheesy” Garlic Spinach Spaghetti Squash

I love how this dish turned out!  I grow spaghetti squash and it is nice to have a fun way to prepare it. Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 3 Tbs garlic, minced 6 oz fresh spinach 1/2 c coconut cream 1 Tbs vegan cream cheese 1/2 c vegan mozzarella cheese Directions Preheat oven to 400… Continue reading “Cheesy” Garlic Spinach Spaghetti Squash

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Broccoli Tofu

This is a great way to have Broccoli Beef without the beef.  This is super yummy! Sauce 1/4 c soy sauce 2 Tbs water 1 Tbs sesame oil 2 Tbs honey 2 Tbs rice vinegar 1 Tbs ginger, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbs sesame seeds 1 Tbs corn starch Stir Fry 14 oz… Continue reading Broccoli Tofu

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Black Bean Enchilada

This is pretty tasty.  I also use a vegan Nacho cheese sauce with this enchilada. Ingredients Enchilada Filling 10 corn tortillas 1 c frozen corn 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 small red onion 2 medium zucchini, diced 3 c cooked and drained black beans 1 tsp cumin 2 tsp… Continue reading Black Bean Enchilada

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Ethiopian Cabbage

Sometimes I crave cabbage.  This dish is a nice twist!  It is full of flavor!  It is easy to prep, leave in the refrigerator  and  dump later in the week. Ingredients 2 c sliced carrots 1 onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp cumin 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1 large tomato, diced 1… Continue reading Ethiopian Cabbage

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Veggie Pot Pie

I like this easy recipe.  I can prep it on a Saturday, put it in the refrigerator, and drop it in a crock pot or dutch oven later in the week. Ingredients 6-7 c bite size veggies (I use Brussels sprouts, frozen corn, frozen peas, potatoes, carrots, and pre-sliced mushrooms) 1 onion, diced 4 cloves… Continue reading Veggie Pot Pie

Menu Monday

Holiday Eating Success!

Christmas and New Year have come and gone and I feel like I weathered the holiday eating very well!  I didn't binge on sugars and fats.  I tried to be mindful of the food I ate and tried to choose foods that were high in nutrition. The food I made for Christmas Eve and for… Continue reading Holiday Eating Success!

Recipes

Chinese “Chicken” Salad

This is a family favorite.  However, since I have given up eating animal products, I needed to modify it for my new lifestyle.  I made this salad for our New Year's Eve traditional meal.  Only I left the chicken on the side and made a baked tofu on the side for me.  Everyone was able… Continue reading Chinese “Chicken” Salad

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New Year’s Veggie Pot Stickers

Ingredients 2 pkg gyoza wrappers 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 c chopped shitake mushrooms 2 c bean sprouts, chopped 3 c shredded cabbage 8 carrots, shredded 4 green onions, diced 1 Tbs ground tumeric 1 Tbs ginger, minced 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper Directions Saute garlic about a minute. Add mushrooms, beansprouts,… Continue reading New Year’s Veggie Pot Stickers