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It recently dawned on me how under-rated sauteed onions are…Last night, while cooking dinner I decided to saute some onions to top my bison burger. Well, let me just say that I’m so glad that the thought of onions crossed my mind while waiting for my bison to cook. I started with a hot pan … Continued
Call me crazy but I decided to create a pesto using cilantro last night. I recently purchased a beautiful, fresh bushel of cilantro at the farmers market and I couldn’t stand to see it wilt away in my tiny fridge. Cilantro is by far my favorite fresh herb (although there is a close tie with … Continued
This is a great dish for a warm August evening such as tonight…the next time you’re in the mood for the intense flavor and hearty taste of a chili but with a light, cool taste…be sure to whip up this refreshing gazpacho chili. Ingredients Protein of choice (Ground Turkey, Chicken, Bison, Tofu, Tempeh, Seitan, etc.) … Continued
Here is a delicious gluten and dairy free recipe that I cooked up last night for myself. The powerful flavors of the saffron and coconut make this a tasty meal for any season. Ingredients 2 eggs 1 egg white 1/4 cup Greek plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. oil 1 sweet onion, finely chopped 1 Tbsp. minced … Continued
This savory bulgur is hearty enough for a side dish and pairs well with chicken, tofu or fish. The summertime is a great excuse to add a touch of anti-oxidant rich garden herbs such as fresh mint and basil…Each bite is sure to lend a surprise to your taste buds. You can easily enjoy this … Continued
Here is an easy recipe that is sure to please your taste buds. These roasted chickpeas pair well as a side dish for any summertime BBQ…give them a try and opt for roasted chickpeas as your side dish tonight instead of baked beans! This recipe also works wonders atop salad greens and as a ‘go-to-snack’ … Continued
These are not your everyday burgers…my unique combination of crunchy slaw atop avocado and bean patties (with a touch of sweetness and a kick of spice) will have your taste buds dancing! Ingredients 1 can black beans, drained, rinsed and mashed 1/2 can kidney beans, drained, rinsed and mashed 1 avocado, peeled, cored and mashed … Continued
I just can’t get enough of my bean spreads lately…it seems every week I’m coming up with a new recipe. The process always starts with me and a can of Re-Fried beans in the kitchen–the next thing I know…I’ve created yet another bean spread masterpiece! Ingredients 1 can Re-fried Beans 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar 1/4 cup Pumpkin … Continued
This dressing is incredibly versatile and can be used over any dish over mixed salad greens or a grilled vegetables, tofu, fish and chicken. Ingredients 1/2 ripe avocado 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 tsp. lime juice 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. honey 3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, … Continued
This soup is a perfect side dish to cool you off on a warm summer day. I love carrots and pumpkin, therefore the tasty combo of these two delicious fibrous veggies makes a delicious soup. Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes and pumpkin … Continued
