Savory Smoked Salmon Cheesecake
Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped roasted red pepper ½ cup chopped onion 1 tbsp minced garlic 1 tbsp olive oil 2 8-oz packages cream cheese, softened 3 eggs ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 6-8 drops Tabasco sauce 2 tbsp flour ½ tsp salt 6 ounces nova lox, finely chopped ½ cup green onions, chopped Buttery-cracker pecan crust Preparation Saute red pepper, onion, and garlic in oil in medium pan until tender; cool. Beat cream cheese in large bowl until...
Read MoreHeirloom Tomato Gazpacho and Pancetta Crostini
For gazpacho: 4 Large heirloom tomatoes, all varieties and colors, seeded and diced into 1/4-inch cubes ½ medium red onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes 1 English or hothouse cucumber, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes1 ½ red bell peppers, cored, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 1 ½ yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch cubes ¼ cup Fresh basil, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar...
Read MoreVegan Eggplant Parm
Quick Recipe for Janet…Sorry it took so long to see your comment on wanting the recipe. Vegan Eggplant Parm (adapted from Skinny Bitch…..whom I LOVE!!!)1 can diced tomatoes1/2 cup polenta!/2 cup Vegan parmesan (if you can find it)2 tbsp garlic powder1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper2 medium Japanese eggplants, sliced2 tbsp olive oil1/2 cup faux mozzarella cheese (can be found at any Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, etc) Preheat the oven to broil. In a small saucepan, bring the tomatoes...
Read MoreTempeh Meatloaf with Root Veggie Mash
Per Skinny Bitch….who I think is AMAZING! Tempeh No-Meat Loaf 1 lb. tempeh, crumbled1 tbsp olive oil1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs1/2 cup rolled oats 2 carrots, grated1 medium onion, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup tahini1/4 cup soy sauce ( I used liquid aminos)1 tsp. each of dried basil, oregano, turmeric, and thyme, plus a dash of black pepper1/4 cup good quality ketchup Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly oil a 9 x 5 loaf pan. Heat the oil in a large skillet over...
Read MoreVegan Thai Coconut Soup and Lentil Sloppy Joes
These were both adapted form Skinny Bitch cookbook, which has become one of my all-time favorites. I would say my favorite, since i haven’t come across a book that has deserved THAT title, but definately in the top 10…..and I have gone through a ton of cookbooks. The Chef LOVED the soup. The sloppy joes….not so much. They served their purpose though, and were actually pretty decent. And with the vegan month coming to an end, I can honestly say...
Read MoreEggplant Chickpea Curry with a side of neglect
I have been neglectful. I am sorry. It is balls cold here and the stupid county keeps closing the schools….which means no preschool. So, not only did I pay a full month of December for 2 weeks of school, I am now paying (2) full months for both kids and so far NO stinking school. And, while I love my little people more than life itself, they are driving me INSANE!!! So, I take it out on my blog and refuse to do anything productive. At least the youngest...
Read MoreVegan Daze 2, 3, and 4
After I chowed down on my Noddles and Chinese vegetables that I was craving the entire Raw week (which was supposed to be 2, but didn’t quite work out) I moved on to some vegan dishes. Lots of lentils, and beans. The first night wasn’t a shining moment. Lentils, caramelized onions and brown rice. It was all so beige. The suggestions for peas, carrots, and brussels sprouts were welcomed…..except I had grocery shopping for the morning and had none...
Read MoreVegan Begins
I skipped a day of posting. I think I am a bit ashamed of bailing on the whole raw thing. But I still am going with Breakfast and Lunch Raw (most of the time). Unless you have done it, you will not understand. Just to have a spoonful of cheese, one must puree nuts, garlic, lemon juice. If you want it on bread, be ready to sit 8 hours while you bread dehydrates. So, I’m a quitter, and a slacker. Whateva…… This would be why. ...
Read MoreLasagna Cupcakes
Apparently I am almost a year late on this trend. Either way, they were amazing. Lasagna Cupcakes4 buttered 6 ounce ramekins (or muffins trays, smaller or larger ramekins)3/4 cup Parmegiano-Reggiano cheese1/3 box lasagna noodles, boiled until al dente1 cup ricotta2 tbsp chives, chopped8 ounces prosciutto, diced1 egg 8 ounced Fontina cheese, shreddedsalt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese into butter ramekins and tap around until coated. In a...
Read MoreCoconut Curry Shrimp and a broken coffee machine
I’m writing this as I sneer at my new coffee machine. I am not a happy camper. I woke up this morning to NO COFFEE. And by the way, french presses SUCK, unless they are used casually throughout the day. Too much work to begin my morning. So the Chef and I decided that we would get a new coffee machine without the espresso/cappuccino maker. Granted, I never used it, but I still want the option. Its all about the option. I tried to make my...
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