By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Shaw_Rabadi]Shaw Rabadi
This dish is simply amazing for vegetarians. Period. It is tasty, flavorful, full of nutrient rich ingredients, and doesn't sacrifice that "hearty meal feel" whatsoever. This is a dish that you can play around with once you are comfortable with this recipe. Add or take away to suit your specific tastes and/or needs and make a dish to call your own.
Vegetarian Baked Kibbee BiSanieh
Ingredients:
− 2 cups minced onion
− 1 � cups chopped onions
− 3 tbsp olive oil
− 1 � cups fine bulghur wheat
− 1 medium eggplant
− 3 lbs. potatoes
− 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
− 1 tsp allspice
− � tsp sumac
− 2 tbsp chopped parsley
− � cup cooked chick peas
− � tsp cinnamon
− � cup cold water
− � cup pine nuts
− Salt to taste
Method:
Stuffing:
− Saut� 1 � cups chopped onions into 3 tbsp olive oil until tender.
− Add pine nuts until they turn light golden color.
− Add allspice, cinnamon, salt and pepper...mix well, remove from heat
− Add chickpeas and parsley to the saut�ed onions and spices mixture, stirring well; set aside to cool.
− Peel eggplant and cut into long slices (� inch thick).
− Oil the base of a baking sheet and add a layer of eggplant brushed with olive oil and bake until soft and tender (8-10 minutes in 350� oven).
− Repeat this step to bake all of the remaining eggplant.
− Boil potatoes until firm yet tender.
− Peel and cut � of the cooked potatoes in to very small pieces.
Kibbe:
− Peel remaining potatoes and mash in processor.
− Add 1 tsp of oil and a splash of water to the potatoes to moisten.
− In a mixing bowl, soak bulgur wheat with enough water to dampen and set aside for 15 minutes.
− Mix mashed potatoes with minced onions, then combine with the new softened bulghur wheat and mix thoroughly.
− Work the mixture with your hands (clean hands of course) and then add the remaining spices and knead into a soft doughy mixture.
− Divide the mixture in half.
− Oil the bottom and sides of a 9 by 12 inch baking pan, spreading half the potato and bulgur mixture on the bottom.
− Place one or two layers (your preference) of baked eggplant over the mixture and sprinkle with sumac.
− Add the stuffing mixture, spreading evenly over the eggplant.
− Add the rest of the potato bulgur mixture, smoothing the top using a few drops of water.
− Score the top by cutting the layers into square or diamond shapes.
− Sprinkle with pine nuts.
− Bake in a preheated oven at 350� for 25 minutes.
Shaw H. Rabadi, restaurant owner/chef/author, invites you to Eat, Drink, and Be Mediterranean with him for a happier, healthier life!
Visit http://www.TheMediterraneanDigest.com for information on his newly released story-cookbook, "Savor the Spices of Life" and more info on eating, cooking, and living a heart healthier life.
Eat Better, Fresher, Smarter!
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Monday, January 30, 2012
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Vegetarian Eating
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Martin_Okuthe]Martin Okuthe
The Shepherd's Pie is a brilliant, healthy alternative to the original, meat based version of the pie. Vegetarian dishes are becoming an increasingly popular option to the traditional meat oriented meals. This is due to the health, and other benefits of these meals. It is becoming increasingly apparent that obesity is becoming a big problem worldwide. A vegetarian diet could be one of the ways that an individual can control their weight.
There is more to the vegetarian diet than simply eating vegetables. There are many different types of vegetarian diets. The following are the most common:
1. Vegans, who avoid all foods of animal origin, including poultry, beef, fish, eggs and dairy products
2. Pescatarians avoid eating all animal flesh with the exception of fish. They eat eggs and dairy products. This diet is often adopted for health reasons
3. Lacto-vegetarians include dairy products in their diet, which would also include dairy products and eggs.
4. Raw Vegans, eats unprocessed vegan foods that have not been heated above a certain temperature (115 degrees F or 36 Degrees C). this is due to the belief that food cooked above this temperature has lost most of its nutritional value and could be harmful to the body
There are various reasons why someone may follow a vegetarian diet. There is the aforementioned health benefit. The diet could also be due to ethical, religious, environmental, economical, labour condition or demographical reasons.
The body's necessary nutrients can be sourced from other sources. Research has shown that the vegetarian tends to have beneficial health attributes such as lower cholesterol, lower risk of hypertension, heart disease, osteoporosis, renal disease, type 2 diabetes amongst other disorders.
The ethics surrounding the consumption of meat are usually based on the premises of the interests of the animal being eaten. The ethical opposition towards the consumption is more often than not divided into schools of thought, the act of killing in general, and the practices surrounding the production of meat.
Certain religions advocate vegetarianism. These include Seventh Day Adventists, Rastafaris, major sects of Hinduism and the Hare Krishnas. Most of these religions do not all out ban the consumption of meat, but in general hold up vegetarianism as an ideal.
Environmental proposition of vegetarianism stems from the concern that the rearing of animals for consumption is unsustainable. The concern is that the livestock industry is a major contributor to environmental degradation.
The author seeks to promote the niche idea of Vegetarian Shepherds Pies. Healthy living is an important achievable step for everyone. Visit him at http://vegetarianshepherdspie.net
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegetarian-Eating&id=6594882] Vegetarian Eating
The Shepherd's Pie is a brilliant, healthy alternative to the original, meat based version of the pie. Vegetarian dishes are becoming an increasingly popular option to the traditional meat oriented meals. This is due to the health, and other benefits of these meals. It is becoming increasingly apparent that obesity is becoming a big problem worldwide. A vegetarian diet could be one of the ways that an individual can control their weight.
There is more to the vegetarian diet than simply eating vegetables. There are many different types of vegetarian diets. The following are the most common:
1. Vegans, who avoid all foods of animal origin, including poultry, beef, fish, eggs and dairy products
2. Pescatarians avoid eating all animal flesh with the exception of fish. They eat eggs and dairy products. This diet is often adopted for health reasons
3. Lacto-vegetarians include dairy products in their diet, which would also include dairy products and eggs.
4. Raw Vegans, eats unprocessed vegan foods that have not been heated above a certain temperature (115 degrees F or 36 Degrees C). this is due to the belief that food cooked above this temperature has lost most of its nutritional value and could be harmful to the body
There are various reasons why someone may follow a vegetarian diet. There is the aforementioned health benefit. The diet could also be due to ethical, religious, environmental, economical, labour condition or demographical reasons.
The body's necessary nutrients can be sourced from other sources. Research has shown that the vegetarian tends to have beneficial health attributes such as lower cholesterol, lower risk of hypertension, heart disease, osteoporosis, renal disease, type 2 diabetes amongst other disorders.
The ethics surrounding the consumption of meat are usually based on the premises of the interests of the animal being eaten. The ethical opposition towards the consumption is more often than not divided into schools of thought, the act of killing in general, and the practices surrounding the production of meat.
Certain religions advocate vegetarianism. These include Seventh Day Adventists, Rastafaris, major sects of Hinduism and the Hare Krishnas. Most of these religions do not all out ban the consumption of meat, but in general hold up vegetarianism as an ideal.
Environmental proposition of vegetarianism stems from the concern that the rearing of animals for consumption is unsustainable. The concern is that the livestock industry is a major contributor to environmental degradation.
The author seeks to promote the niche idea of Vegetarian Shepherds Pies. Healthy living is an important achievable step for everyone. Visit him at http://vegetarianshepherdspie.net
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegetarian-Eating&id=6594882] Vegetarian Eating
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Vegetable Dishes That Are Perfect for All, Including Diabetics!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Linda_Carol_Wilson]Linda Carol Wilson
We should all eat more vegetables and this is especially true for those of us diabetics. The recipes in this article are great for diabetics but they are not 'diabetic' recipes. They are regular recipes that are perfect for diabetics, too. If you just love vegetables or you are trying to get more veggies into your diet, give these recipes a try!
CHUNKY BLACK BEAN-SWEET POTATO CHILI
2 tsp canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp chili powder
1 can (14-oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, do not drain
1 tbsp minced chipotle chiles
1 small (approx. 8 oz) sweet potato, peeled and chunked
1 can (15-oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, optional
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat te canola oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minute. Add bell peppers, garlic, and chili powder; cook while stirring for about 2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes with juice, chipotle chiles and the sweet potato; bring to a boil. Cover the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in the black beans; cover and simmer another 8 to 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. (Mixture will be thick. If you want, you can gradually stir in water to thin to your preferred consistency.)
To serve, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Yield: 4 to 5 servings
NOTE:By scrubbing the sweet potato well instead of peeling, you will retain more nutrients.
TOSSED VEGETABLE DISH
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets
1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 bottle (8-oz) low-sugar or sugar-free Italian Salad dressing
Put the tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower into a bowl with a sealable lid. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat well. Refrigerate 12 to 24 hours before serving.
TANGY GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
2 lb fresh green beans, ends removed and broke into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp finely chopped onion
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tbsp Panko bread crumbs
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp butter, melted
Cook the beans in a small amount of water until crisp tender; drain. Add the onion, olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, salt and pepper; toss to coat the beans. Place the beans in an ungreased 1-quart baking dish. Toss the Panko crumbs with the cheese and butter; sprinkle over top of the beans. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Enjoy!
For more of Linda's recipes and diabetic information visit http://diabeticenjoyingfood.blogspot.com
For her old fashion recipe collection visit her at http://grandmasvintagerecipes.blogspot.com
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We should all eat more vegetables and this is especially true for those of us diabetics. The recipes in this article are great for diabetics but they are not 'diabetic' recipes. They are regular recipes that are perfect for diabetics, too. If you just love vegetables or you are trying to get more veggies into your diet, give these recipes a try!
CHUNKY BLACK BEAN-SWEET POTATO CHILI
2 tsp canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp chili powder
1 can (14-oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, do not drain
1 tbsp minced chipotle chiles
1 small (approx. 8 oz) sweet potato, peeled and chunked
1 can (15-oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, optional
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat te canola oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minute. Add bell peppers, garlic, and chili powder; cook while stirring for about 2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes with juice, chipotle chiles and the sweet potato; bring to a boil. Cover the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in the black beans; cover and simmer another 8 to 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. (Mixture will be thick. If you want, you can gradually stir in water to thin to your preferred consistency.)
To serve, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Yield: 4 to 5 servings
NOTE:By scrubbing the sweet potato well instead of peeling, you will retain more nutrients.
TOSSED VEGETABLE DISH
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets
1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 bottle (8-oz) low-sugar or sugar-free Italian Salad dressing
Put the tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower into a bowl with a sealable lid. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat well. Refrigerate 12 to 24 hours before serving.
TANGY GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
2 lb fresh green beans, ends removed and broke into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp finely chopped onion
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tbsp Panko bread crumbs
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp butter, melted
Cook the beans in a small amount of water until crisp tender; drain. Add the onion, olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, salt and pepper; toss to coat the beans. Place the beans in an ungreased 1-quart baking dish. Toss the Panko crumbs with the cheese and butter; sprinkle over top of the beans. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Enjoy!
For more of Linda's recipes and diabetic information visit http://diabeticenjoyingfood.blogspot.com
For her old fashion recipe collection visit her at http://grandmasvintagerecipes.blogspot.com
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Tropical Smoothies: Quick and Easy at Home
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kristin_Hatch]Kristin Hatch
Ahh a Tropical smoothie! These yummy drinks are quick and healthy snacks that your whole family can enjoy on a daily basis. The selection of ripe delicious fruits that are available and the creamy taste combine to make an irresistible combination that makes you want to drink them each and every day.
One drawback to enjoying a the wonderful drinks daily is driving to a juice bar, waiting in line to place and order and then paying high prices each and every time. This is very hard to do on a regular basis and you will probably think it is not worth all the work. Also they might add ingredients that you do not want, like extra sugars, to their recipes. It is hard to tell sometimes what is added to healthy drinks when you are in a store. But it actually is quick and easy to make these kind of drinks at home with a blender. If you have a commercial blender, such as a Vitamix, so much the better, but your regular blender will also work to create a thick creamy healthy drink.
So if you are interested in making a Tropical Smoothie at home, here is how create them:
Ingredients:
Use your favorite combination of tropical fruits. I like to blend up mango and bananas for my smoothie drinks. I also recommend using orange juice or cranberry juice for a really great taste.
Other ingredients you can add to your smoothies are honey or agave syrup for some sweetness and ice to keep your smoothie nice and cool. The ice is an important part of the recipe, as the Vitamix blender is so strong and works so fast it can heat up your smoothie.
What to do:
Place all the fruits into your blender and add some ice to keep it nice and cool. To serve 1-2 people I would cut up 1 large banana and two mangos and use about 1 cup of juice. Make sure that the lid is locked on nice and tight. Now blend together for a minute until you get a nice, creamy drink. The amount of blending required will vary by the brand of blender that you have. You may have to make a few smoothies and experiment a bit to see what works for you.
That is it! Pour your finished drink into glasses and enjoy the thick and creamy, yet healthy snack anytime of the day. Naturally you will need to adjust the recipe for your particular tastes and amount of people you are serving.
So now you know how easy it is to make a Tropical Smoothie at home. What I like best, is that you can use up any ripe fruits that you might have and you will know exactly what is in your smoothie. You can also adjust the taste and texture just the way you like it.
A [http://www.livingtraderjoes.com/2010/08/31/vitamix-tropical-smoothie-today/]tropical smoothie is a healthy and refreshing treat anytime of the day. A To view pictures of a tasty tropical smoothie, Click on [http://www.livingtraderjoes.com/2010/08/31/vitamix-tropical-smoothie-today/]tropical smoothie and go to my blog to view photos of my Tropical Smoothie. Thanks for reading!
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Tropical-Smoothies:-Quick-and-Easy-at-Home&id=6614950] Tropical Smoothies: Quick and Easy at Home
Ahh a Tropical smoothie! These yummy drinks are quick and healthy snacks that your whole family can enjoy on a daily basis. The selection of ripe delicious fruits that are available and the creamy taste combine to make an irresistible combination that makes you want to drink them each and every day.
One drawback to enjoying a the wonderful drinks daily is driving to a juice bar, waiting in line to place and order and then paying high prices each and every time. This is very hard to do on a regular basis and you will probably think it is not worth all the work. Also they might add ingredients that you do not want, like extra sugars, to their recipes. It is hard to tell sometimes what is added to healthy drinks when you are in a store. But it actually is quick and easy to make these kind of drinks at home with a blender. If you have a commercial blender, such as a Vitamix, so much the better, but your regular blender will also work to create a thick creamy healthy drink.
So if you are interested in making a Tropical Smoothie at home, here is how create them:
Ingredients:
Use your favorite combination of tropical fruits. I like to blend up mango and bananas for my smoothie drinks. I also recommend using orange juice or cranberry juice for a really great taste.
Other ingredients you can add to your smoothies are honey or agave syrup for some sweetness and ice to keep your smoothie nice and cool. The ice is an important part of the recipe, as the Vitamix blender is so strong and works so fast it can heat up your smoothie.
What to do:
Place all the fruits into your blender and add some ice to keep it nice and cool. To serve 1-2 people I would cut up 1 large banana and two mangos and use about 1 cup of juice. Make sure that the lid is locked on nice and tight. Now blend together for a minute until you get a nice, creamy drink. The amount of blending required will vary by the brand of blender that you have. You may have to make a few smoothies and experiment a bit to see what works for you.
That is it! Pour your finished drink into glasses and enjoy the thick and creamy, yet healthy snack anytime of the day. Naturally you will need to adjust the recipe for your particular tastes and amount of people you are serving.
So now you know how easy it is to make a Tropical Smoothie at home. What I like best, is that you can use up any ripe fruits that you might have and you will know exactly what is in your smoothie. You can also adjust the taste and texture just the way you like it.
A [http://www.livingtraderjoes.com/2010/08/31/vitamix-tropical-smoothie-today/]tropical smoothie is a healthy and refreshing treat anytime of the day. A To view pictures of a tasty tropical smoothie, Click on [http://www.livingtraderjoes.com/2010/08/31/vitamix-tropical-smoothie-today/]tropical smoothie and go to my blog to view photos of my Tropical Smoothie. Thanks for reading!
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
Vegan Galla Pinto, Black Beans and Rice Recipe
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Elysia_Diaz]Elysia Diaz
8 oz dried organic black beans
10 cups water
1 Tbsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire - you can find vegan brands if you'd like
1 Tbsp organic cold pressed coconut oil
1 small white onion diced
1 small green pepper
1 small red pepper
1/2 cup white rice
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper
1 tsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire
1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid from beans
Star by sorting through the black beans, picking out any deformed ones and then rinse.
Add the beans to a pot and cover with 2 inches of water. Soak them overnight.
Drain and rinse beans, then add 10 cups of water, 1 Tbsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire (vegan or otherwise).
Bring beans to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cover loosely. Let simmer for 2.5 hours stirring occasionally.
Drain beans, but reserve 1/2 cup of the black bean cooking liquid.
Dice the onion and peppers (I pulse mine in the food processor, while they are not as pretty it certainly is faster and it still tastes the same).
Heat the coconut oil in a deep skillet or pot, add the half cup of rice, and stir for 2 minutes.
Next add the diced onion and peppers and stir for another two minutes.
Add salt, pepper, 1 tsp Salsa Lizano, and the reserved cooking liquid. Bring all this to a boil then reduce to a low simmer and cover and cook for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes the rice should be cooked, add drained beans and cook for another couple of minutes on medium high heat. I say only a couple of minutes, but keep checking anyway. Adjust seasonings to your liking.
Serve plain or with diced tomatoes for the vegan version or for the not so vegan version, with a fried egg on top (my favorite), cheese, and sour cream if you like. Either way, Gallo Pinto tastes amazing.
This dish is full of protein, from the beans, while having Vitamins A, B, C, E and K from the onion and green and red pepper. Other minerals include: manganese, folate, potassium and copper. Gallo Pinto will fill you up and give you strength for the rest of your day. This dish will also make about six to eight servings and it will stay fresh in the fridge for about 5 days. This recipe may seem intimidating to make, but the first time is always the hardest. Each time I make this recipe, it gets easier.
Find all organic recipes on [http://www.foodasaurusrex.com/]FoodaSaurusRex! Gluten-free and vegan recipes too. Really whatever I have in my fridge and looks good to make, but always healthy. Some gluten-free beer and sulfite-free organic wine reviews.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegan-Galla-Pinto,-Black-Beans-and-Rice-Recipe&id=6651595] Vegan Galla Pinto, Black Beans and Rice Recipe
8 oz dried organic black beans
10 cups water
1 Tbsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire - you can find vegan brands if you'd like
1 Tbsp organic cold pressed coconut oil
1 small white onion diced
1 small green pepper
1 small red pepper
1/2 cup white rice
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper
1 tsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire
1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid from beans
Star by sorting through the black beans, picking out any deformed ones and then rinse.
Add the beans to a pot and cover with 2 inches of water. Soak them overnight.
Drain and rinse beans, then add 10 cups of water, 1 Tbsp Salsa Lizano or Worcestershire (vegan or otherwise).
Bring beans to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cover loosely. Let simmer for 2.5 hours stirring occasionally.
Drain beans, but reserve 1/2 cup of the black bean cooking liquid.
Dice the onion and peppers (I pulse mine in the food processor, while they are not as pretty it certainly is faster and it still tastes the same).
Heat the coconut oil in a deep skillet or pot, add the half cup of rice, and stir for 2 minutes.
Next add the diced onion and peppers and stir for another two minutes.
Add salt, pepper, 1 tsp Salsa Lizano, and the reserved cooking liquid. Bring all this to a boil then reduce to a low simmer and cover and cook for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes the rice should be cooked, add drained beans and cook for another couple of minutes on medium high heat. I say only a couple of minutes, but keep checking anyway. Adjust seasonings to your liking.
Serve plain or with diced tomatoes for the vegan version or for the not so vegan version, with a fried egg on top (my favorite), cheese, and sour cream if you like. Either way, Gallo Pinto tastes amazing.
This dish is full of protein, from the beans, while having Vitamins A, B, C, E and K from the onion and green and red pepper. Other minerals include: manganese, folate, potassium and copper. Gallo Pinto will fill you up and give you strength for the rest of your day. This dish will also make about six to eight servings and it will stay fresh in the fridge for about 5 days. This recipe may seem intimidating to make, but the first time is always the hardest. Each time I make this recipe, it gets easier.
Find all organic recipes on [http://www.foodasaurusrex.com/]FoodaSaurusRex! Gluten-free and vegan recipes too. Really whatever I have in my fridge and looks good to make, but always healthy. Some gluten-free beer and sulfite-free organic wine reviews.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegan-Galla-Pinto,-Black-Beans-and-Rice-Recipe&id=6651595] Vegan Galla Pinto, Black Beans and Rice Recipe
Friday, January 20, 2012
Vegan Roast Beef Goulash Recipe, Really?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=K._A._Miller]K. A. Miller
Before I became vegan I loved my steaks and pot roast. Every Sunday for years I cooked a pot roast in the slow cooker (crock pot) and by using a different variety of accompanying vegetables, I had a different tasting meal each time.
Then I became vegan for health and ethical reasons and, wow, did I miss my pot roast. Then one day I decided to buy the vegan "beef-less tips" I had seen many times but had not tried. I came up with the following recipe and loved it. I call it goulash but it is very similar to cubed pot roast with gravy.
Before getting to the recipe, we must discuss the main ingredient, the beef-less tips. I have only seen one brand of this, so that is what I will address. There may be others available but I have not seen them. The one I found is made by "Gardein". It is labeled "home style beef-less tips" and comes in a 9 ounce package. I found it in my area at several large supermarkets in the "meat-less" frozen food section. I suspect it would also be available at many health food or other stores that carry vegan/vegetarian products.
According to your location, you may not be able to find this product. If this is your situation, you can substitute any vegan meat-less product that fits the following. I would not use hamburger substitutes since it tends to crumble. So look for a meat substitute that will stay firm during cooking. Also, your substitute should be as thick as possible, preferably in bite size or larger chunks. O.K. To the recipe.
Ingredients
2 cups vegetable stock or water (see directions)
1 cup carrots, sliced or cubed
1 cup celery, cubed
1/2 medium onion, diced coarsely
2 large potatoes, cut into 2 inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 package (9 ounce) beef-less tips or substitute
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. If you do not have vegetable stock you can use 2 cups water and 4-6 vegetable bullion cubes.
2. Place vegetable stock in a large soup pot on medium heat.
3. Add carrots, celery, potatoes and onion. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 10-15 minutes).
4. Add garlic, cocoa powder and cumin. Stir until cocoa powder is dissolved.
5. Add beef-less tips
6. Dissolve cornstarch in � cup cold water and add half to the pot. Stir while watching the thickness of the gravy. Add more cornstarch as needed to get the thickness you want. If too thick, add vegetable stock or water.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with cornbread, dinner rolls or garlic bread.
Make sure to put the beef-less tips in near the end of the cooking time. Do not overcook.
The only tricky part of the recipe is in acquiring the amount and thickness of the gravy. If the liquid gets low (boils away) add more vegetable stock. If you have too much gravy, cook a little longer. And, above all, taste as you cook. Don't overdo the salt. Let your taste be your guide.
K.A. Miller is a freelance writer and webmaster for [http://www.veganshome.com]www.veganshome.com where you will find many yummy vegan recipes and discussion of the vegan lifestyle.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegan-Roast-Beef-Goulash-Recipe,-Really?&id=6659401] Vegan Roast Beef Goulash Recipe, Really?
Before I became vegan I loved my steaks and pot roast. Every Sunday for years I cooked a pot roast in the slow cooker (crock pot) and by using a different variety of accompanying vegetables, I had a different tasting meal each time.
Then I became vegan for health and ethical reasons and, wow, did I miss my pot roast. Then one day I decided to buy the vegan "beef-less tips" I had seen many times but had not tried. I came up with the following recipe and loved it. I call it goulash but it is very similar to cubed pot roast with gravy.
Before getting to the recipe, we must discuss the main ingredient, the beef-less tips. I have only seen one brand of this, so that is what I will address. There may be others available but I have not seen them. The one I found is made by "Gardein". It is labeled "home style beef-less tips" and comes in a 9 ounce package. I found it in my area at several large supermarkets in the "meat-less" frozen food section. I suspect it would also be available at many health food or other stores that carry vegan/vegetarian products.
According to your location, you may not be able to find this product. If this is your situation, you can substitute any vegan meat-less product that fits the following. I would not use hamburger substitutes since it tends to crumble. So look for a meat substitute that will stay firm during cooking. Also, your substitute should be as thick as possible, preferably in bite size or larger chunks. O.K. To the recipe.
Ingredients
2 cups vegetable stock or water (see directions)
1 cup carrots, sliced or cubed
1 cup celery, cubed
1/2 medium onion, diced coarsely
2 large potatoes, cut into 2 inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 package (9 ounce) beef-less tips or substitute
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. If you do not have vegetable stock you can use 2 cups water and 4-6 vegetable bullion cubes.
2. Place vegetable stock in a large soup pot on medium heat.
3. Add carrots, celery, potatoes and onion. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 10-15 minutes).
4. Add garlic, cocoa powder and cumin. Stir until cocoa powder is dissolved.
5. Add beef-less tips
6. Dissolve cornstarch in � cup cold water and add half to the pot. Stir while watching the thickness of the gravy. Add more cornstarch as needed to get the thickness you want. If too thick, add vegetable stock or water.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with cornbread, dinner rolls or garlic bread.
Make sure to put the beef-less tips in near the end of the cooking time. Do not overcook.
The only tricky part of the recipe is in acquiring the amount and thickness of the gravy. If the liquid gets low (boils away) add more vegetable stock. If you have too much gravy, cook a little longer. And, above all, taste as you cook. Don't overdo the salt. Let your taste be your guide.
K.A. Miller is a freelance writer and webmaster for [http://www.veganshome.com]www.veganshome.com where you will find many yummy vegan recipes and discussion of the vegan lifestyle.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Why Is The Hamilton Beach 67650 Such a Popular Juice Extractor?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Amy_M_Ling]Amy M Ling
The Hamilton Beach: Powerful, Fast and Efficient.
The Hamilton Beach 67650 Juice Extractor is a Powerful, Fast and Efficient Juice Extractor that is a joy to use.
It is powerful, fast and efficient
Powerful
The BigMouth has a powerful 1.1-hp motor and is very fast. It is also very stable on the counter top and the only precaution is against drips. Just put a cloth or kitchen towel under the spout to catch drips when the container is removed.
Fast and Efficient
This appliance has a very wide feeding opening, which is why it is called BigMouth. Whole fruit can be pushed down this opening.
The process of juice extraction is fast and efficient as outlined in the following three steps.
1. From the opening the food is pushed onto a fast-moving spinning blade where it is pulped.
2. The juice is then extracted through centrifugal action, strained and poured into a container.
3. The leftover pulp is ejected into a removable pulp bin.
The process is fast and the appliance is capable of processing a large amount of produce in a short time during which the pulp bin is emptied from time to time.
Successes and failures
This extractor does a great job of making vegetable juice, as vegetables are generally hard and fibrous.
More fibrous fruit like pears and apples that are firmer, more fibrous and less mushy make the best juice leaving very little pulp behind.
Juicing soft fruit like bananas or soft, thin-skinned fruit such as peaches or berries might give better results in a blender.
It seems that one has to be sensible about what one uses in this juice maker, taking into consideration what it can and cannot do
It is easy to clean. .
The BigMouth juice maker is provided with a cleaning brush to thoroughly remove all pieces of fiber from the blade and straining surfaces. All its removable parts are dishwasher safe.
It is well made and a joy to use
This juice extractor is solidly built and has a couple of features worthy of note.
The blade and mesh strainer is made of stainless steel for durability.
There are two locking lid catches and these are die-cast and strong and not easy-to-break plastic.
The person operating.the Hamilton Beach 67650 enjoys using it, because it is so easy, fast and efficient to use. It is not a messy and makes good juice.
It is very rewarding to produce homemade juices that add nutritional value it the family diet.
Fresh juices last in the fridge in sealed containers for up to three days.
Amy M Ling http://www.blogger.com/profile/08712414500858974676
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The Hamilton Beach: Powerful, Fast and Efficient.
The Hamilton Beach 67650 Juice Extractor is a Powerful, Fast and Efficient Juice Extractor that is a joy to use.
It is powerful, fast and efficient
Powerful
The BigMouth has a powerful 1.1-hp motor and is very fast. It is also very stable on the counter top and the only precaution is against drips. Just put a cloth or kitchen towel under the spout to catch drips when the container is removed.
Fast and Efficient
This appliance has a very wide feeding opening, which is why it is called BigMouth. Whole fruit can be pushed down this opening.
The process of juice extraction is fast and efficient as outlined in the following three steps.
1. From the opening the food is pushed onto a fast-moving spinning blade where it is pulped.
2. The juice is then extracted through centrifugal action, strained and poured into a container.
3. The leftover pulp is ejected into a removable pulp bin.
The process is fast and the appliance is capable of processing a large amount of produce in a short time during which the pulp bin is emptied from time to time.
Successes and failures
This extractor does a great job of making vegetable juice, as vegetables are generally hard and fibrous.
More fibrous fruit like pears and apples that are firmer, more fibrous and less mushy make the best juice leaving very little pulp behind.
Juicing soft fruit like bananas or soft, thin-skinned fruit such as peaches or berries might give better results in a blender.
It seems that one has to be sensible about what one uses in this juice maker, taking into consideration what it can and cannot do
It is easy to clean. .
The BigMouth juice maker is provided with a cleaning brush to thoroughly remove all pieces of fiber from the blade and straining surfaces. All its removable parts are dishwasher safe.
It is well made and a joy to use
This juice extractor is solidly built and has a couple of features worthy of note.
The blade and mesh strainer is made of stainless steel for durability.
There are two locking lid catches and these are die-cast and strong and not easy-to-break plastic.
The person operating.the Hamilton Beach 67650 enjoys using it, because it is so easy, fast and efficient to use. It is not a messy and makes good juice.
It is very rewarding to produce homemade juices that add nutritional value it the family diet.
Fresh juices last in the fridge in sealed containers for up to three days.
Amy M Ling http://www.blogger.com/profile/08712414500858974676
Amy M. Ling is a retired internet enthusiast who loves finding good deals and sharing them with people. Amazon.com has a good deal on the Hamilton Beach 67650 Juice Extractor that includes Free shipping.
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Monday, January 16, 2012
Healthy Vegetarian Meals For the Holidays: No Problem!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Michael_Balducci]Michael Balducci
One of reasons people start getting serious about their health come January 1st is not only to have a New Year's resolution but to start setting goals to change their diet, get in shape or lose some weight. Usually people tend to eat more than normal during the holidays in the months of November and December. And if you are like most people....maybe some of the food choices are less than healthy - after all, how can you resist your mom's baking? Between the feasting and drinking, it takes a toll on our bodies. And so goes the resolution.
Don't feel as though you have to continue down this path. You can start a vegetarian lifestyle right now. Healthy vegetarian meals can help with this change and it is a perfect idea to help yourself or those you love. Finding ways to enjoy the holidays AND include vegetarian dinner recipes to your menu does not need to be stressful. The traditional holiday menus that we all love can be sprinkled with healthy choices.
Most people wait all year for enriching holiday moments and special celebrations with their families and friends. Don't let diet strain relationships and ruin holiday cheer. Here are some tips to become a master at creating familiar dishes that are sure to fit within your family's culture and traditions and will appeal to all taste buds.
It is very easy to find vegetarian recipes for Thanksgiving for example - as vegetables are mainstays in many parts of this meal.
Instead of your traditional turkey, you can enhance your guests with a herb roasted soy vegan chicken, served with your traditional vegetable side dishes
For those that normally serve "beef" at your turkey dinner, try something like a Vegan Beef Wellington with a traditional salad to entice their taste buds
Want to be warm and cozy, serve something like a Vegan Chicken Pot Pie, warm cranberry sauce and some mashed potatoes with a vegan gravy (yummy)
A traditional chef prepared Meatloaf, ala vegan style, that would food the Queen of England
People want to be healthy, but they don't want to give up the taste of traditional fare of meat at their holiday meals. Once you realize how easy it is to find vegetarian dinner recipes, you will feel joy in making and eating such healthy fare. You can show people they don't have to give up anything; You will bring delight to the table and health to those you care for.
You can give the gift of health in the next few weeks and months to people who otherwise are engaging in un-healthy diets by sharing your healthy vegetarian meals with everyone at your next holiday! If you do not feel comfortable preparing vegetarian dinners or making vegan meal plans; no worries, you can order them online! [http://www.veggiebrothers.com]Veggie Brothers Founder, Michael Balducci, suffered from numerous illnesses, experienced fatigue and pain daily, and needed a solution. He recognized the need to change his diet and improve his health to create a permanent lifestyle change that would serve him well. However, he was frustrated with the taste of meatless prepared foods found in supermarkets and resorted to learning to cook dishes that were bland, boring and not enjoyed by others he knew.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Healthy-Vegetarian-Meals-For-the-Holidays:-No-Problem!&id=6673414] Healthy Vegetarian Meals For the Holidays: No Problem!
One of reasons people start getting serious about their health come January 1st is not only to have a New Year's resolution but to start setting goals to change their diet, get in shape or lose some weight. Usually people tend to eat more than normal during the holidays in the months of November and December. And if you are like most people....maybe some of the food choices are less than healthy - after all, how can you resist your mom's baking? Between the feasting and drinking, it takes a toll on our bodies. And so goes the resolution.
Don't feel as though you have to continue down this path. You can start a vegetarian lifestyle right now. Healthy vegetarian meals can help with this change and it is a perfect idea to help yourself or those you love. Finding ways to enjoy the holidays AND include vegetarian dinner recipes to your menu does not need to be stressful. The traditional holiday menus that we all love can be sprinkled with healthy choices.
Most people wait all year for enriching holiday moments and special celebrations with their families and friends. Don't let diet strain relationships and ruin holiday cheer. Here are some tips to become a master at creating familiar dishes that are sure to fit within your family's culture and traditions and will appeal to all taste buds.
It is very easy to find vegetarian recipes for Thanksgiving for example - as vegetables are mainstays in many parts of this meal.
Instead of your traditional turkey, you can enhance your guests with a herb roasted soy vegan chicken, served with your traditional vegetable side dishes
For those that normally serve "beef" at your turkey dinner, try something like a Vegan Beef Wellington with a traditional salad to entice their taste buds
Want to be warm and cozy, serve something like a Vegan Chicken Pot Pie, warm cranberry sauce and some mashed potatoes with a vegan gravy (yummy)
A traditional chef prepared Meatloaf, ala vegan style, that would food the Queen of England
People want to be healthy, but they don't want to give up the taste of traditional fare of meat at their holiday meals. Once you realize how easy it is to find vegetarian dinner recipes, you will feel joy in making and eating such healthy fare. You can show people they don't have to give up anything; You will bring delight to the table and health to those you care for.
You can give the gift of health in the next few weeks and months to people who otherwise are engaging in un-healthy diets by sharing your healthy vegetarian meals with everyone at your next holiday! If you do not feel comfortable preparing vegetarian dinners or making vegan meal plans; no worries, you can order them online! [http://www.veggiebrothers.com]Veggie Brothers Founder, Michael Balducci, suffered from numerous illnesses, experienced fatigue and pain daily, and needed a solution. He recognized the need to change his diet and improve his health to create a permanent lifestyle change that would serve him well. However, he was frustrated with the taste of meatless prepared foods found in supermarkets and resorted to learning to cook dishes that were bland, boring and not enjoyed by others he knew.
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Saturday, January 14, 2012
Vegetarian Health Benefits
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Michael_Balducci]Michael Balducci
Have you ever thought about becoming a vegetarian? Did you wonder about the benefits of being vegetarian? If you have been giving this some thought lately, you are not alone. As we age, our bodies change. We understand the importance of knowing about what we put in our bodies. So much information is available to us via multiple Medias that sometimes it is difficult to decipher the facts. Have you also noticed that health food stores are everywhere - from the small local stores to the large food chain? So wondering about the benefits of being a vegetarian is a natural progression for most people.
Becoming a Vegetarian
Becoming a vegetarian / vegan is a choice. Depending on what you choose to include and exclude from your diet, there are 5 main categories of vegetarianism
1. Ovovegetarian- this includes the consumption of eggs but not dairy products.
2. Lactovegetarian- this includes dairy products but not eggs.
3. Ovo-lactovegetarian(or lacto-ovo vegetarian) - this is a combination and includes animal/dairy products such as eggs, milk, and honey.
4. Vegan- this excludes all animal flesh and animal products, including milk, honey, and eggs, and may also exclude any products tested on animals, or any clothing from animals.
5. Raw vegan - this includes only eating fresh and uncooked fruit, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. Also, vegetables can only be cooked up to a certain temperature.
What are the Vegetarian Heath Benefits?
After you learn about the different types of Vegetarianism, you should consider the health benefits. This diet tends to lead you to consume higher levels of certain types of fiber than traditional diets as well as magnesium, folate, vitamins C and E, carotenoids and phytochemicals. Also studies have shown a positive link between eating a vegetarian diet and a reduced risk for multiple chronic diseases. In fact, the American Dietetic Association (ADA) affirms that, "appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases."
If you decide on becoming a vegetarian, now what do you do about the food? You might feel the preparation of food for vegetarianism daunting, especially when you begin. There are great online companies that have delicious high quality prepared vegetarian meals which can be delivered right to your door! You can actually order all your meals this way from breakfast to dinner.
If you feel the benefits of being a vegetarian is the right choice for you, consider purchasing from an online vegetarian meal company to learn what you like and don't like. Then you can start using different ingredients and making your own vegan food at home. Its time to get healthier today! [http://www.veggiebrothers.com]Veggie Brothers Founder, Michael Balducci, suffered from numerous illnesses, experienced fatigue and pain daily, and needed a solution. He recognized the need to change his diet and improve his health to create a permanent lifestyle change that would serve him well. However, he was frustrated with the taste of meatless prepared foods found in supermarkets and resorted to learning to cook dishes that were bland, boring and not enjoyed by others he knew.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegetarian-Health-Benefits&id=6673418] Vegetarian Health Benefits
Have you ever thought about becoming a vegetarian? Did you wonder about the benefits of being vegetarian? If you have been giving this some thought lately, you are not alone. As we age, our bodies change. We understand the importance of knowing about what we put in our bodies. So much information is available to us via multiple Medias that sometimes it is difficult to decipher the facts. Have you also noticed that health food stores are everywhere - from the small local stores to the large food chain? So wondering about the benefits of being a vegetarian is a natural progression for most people.
Becoming a Vegetarian
Becoming a vegetarian / vegan is a choice. Depending on what you choose to include and exclude from your diet, there are 5 main categories of vegetarianism
1. Ovovegetarian- this includes the consumption of eggs but not dairy products.
2. Lactovegetarian- this includes dairy products but not eggs.
3. Ovo-lactovegetarian(or lacto-ovo vegetarian) - this is a combination and includes animal/dairy products such as eggs, milk, and honey.
4. Vegan- this excludes all animal flesh and animal products, including milk, honey, and eggs, and may also exclude any products tested on animals, or any clothing from animals.
5. Raw vegan - this includes only eating fresh and uncooked fruit, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. Also, vegetables can only be cooked up to a certain temperature.
What are the Vegetarian Heath Benefits?
After you learn about the different types of Vegetarianism, you should consider the health benefits. This diet tends to lead you to consume higher levels of certain types of fiber than traditional diets as well as magnesium, folate, vitamins C and E, carotenoids and phytochemicals. Also studies have shown a positive link between eating a vegetarian diet and a reduced risk for multiple chronic diseases. In fact, the American Dietetic Association (ADA) affirms that, "appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases."
If you decide on becoming a vegetarian, now what do you do about the food? You might feel the preparation of food for vegetarianism daunting, especially when you begin. There are great online companies that have delicious high quality prepared vegetarian meals which can be delivered right to your door! You can actually order all your meals this way from breakfast to dinner.
If you feel the benefits of being a vegetarian is the right choice for you, consider purchasing from an online vegetarian meal company to learn what you like and don't like. Then you can start using different ingredients and making your own vegan food at home. Its time to get healthier today! [http://www.veggiebrothers.com]Veggie Brothers Founder, Michael Balducci, suffered from numerous illnesses, experienced fatigue and pain daily, and needed a solution. He recognized the need to change his diet and improve his health to create a permanent lifestyle change that would serve him well. However, he was frustrated with the taste of meatless prepared foods found in supermarkets and resorted to learning to cook dishes that were bland, boring and not enjoyed by others he knew.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Vegetarian-Health-Benefits&id=6673418] Vegetarian Health Benefits
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Just In Time For Your Holidays - Vegan Friendly Pumpkin Spice Bread Recipe
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Ebony_Johnson]Ebony Johnson
The sound of relatives and company chattering and laughing as the aroma of dairy-free spice pumpkin bread tickles your guests' noses and Vince Guaraldi's "A Charlie Brown Christmas" plays in the background, are some of my favorite memories of the holiday festivities and being surrounded by the people who are significant in my life. Food is the centerpiece of family functions and holiday parties, so naturally you want to make sure you put your best "dishes" forward and have a wide assortment of tantalizing treats on display. This vegan spiced pumpkin bread is an easy addition to complement your meat-free or vegan holiday feast. If your celebration menu is already maxed out with your traditional favorites, give your guests a piece of the evening to enjoy once they get home, by wrapping (in a cute and decorative cellophane wrap) these egg-free and dairy-free loaves of sumptuousness and giving them to your friends to take home with them. Who could resist the present of food? Even better, you could share this vegan recipe with your other vegetarian and vegan friends so that they can bake this bread whenever the mood sets in.
Ingredients:
Bread
1 � cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon all spice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
� teaspoon ground cloves
� teaspoon baking powder
1 cup of sugar
1/3 cup of brown sugar
� cup of softened vegan margarine
1 cup canned pur�e pumpkin
� cup of plain soy yogurt
1 teaspoon rum extract
2 teaspoons chopped ginger
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 cup of raisins
Glaze
1 � cup of powdered sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla or plain soy milk
� teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 9x5 inch loaf pan with vegetable oil spray. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, all spice, nutmeg, cloves, and baking powder.
2. In a mixer or food processor, mix the sugar, pumpkin, soy yogurt, rum extract, ginger, and orange peel. Mix until the batter is well-blended and smooth. Slowly pour in the flour mixture, a little bit at a time, until fully blended. Next, add the raisins and pulse for about 1 minute. Pour batter into loaf pan.
3. Bake the bread batter for 60 minute or until the edges pull away slightly from the sides of the pan and the center of the bread springs back when lightly touched.
4. Cool bread for 15 minutes. Once bread has cooled, remove bread from pan and allow to cool completely (about 30 more minutes)
5. While bread is cooling, in a small bowl, add the powdered sugar, soy milk, and vanilla extract and whisk together until smooth. With a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the bread. Let glaze set before serving (about 10 minutes)
This bread can very easily replace a piece of pie or cake as a dessert. The vegan pumpkin spiced bread is also a great sweet appetizer that can be sliced and smothered, with the vanilla glaze, and served on a platter. If you're cooking for a large group, and you need to save time with cooking and food preparation, you can easily prepare the bread ahead of time and freeze the baked bread for as long as 2 weeks and just thaw the bread at room temperature for at least six hours just before serving. What are some of your favorite holiday memories and rel=nofollow [http://vegetarianlikeme.com/vegetarian-video-recipes/vegan-curried-potato-salad-for-your-holiday-dinner/]recipes? Do you have a specialty vegetarian or vegan dish that all your guests rave about each year? Enjoy this recipe and more importantly, enjoy the company of your family members during this holiday season.
Are you a vegetarian like Ebony Johnson? Ebony has been living a meatless lifestyle since the age of 12 and she has created "Vegetarian Like Me," designed to help fellow vegetarians become healthier and more informed. Visit http://www.vegetarianlikeme.com today to receive access to vegetarian and vegan video recipes, cooking tips, vegetarian advice, and news. So what exactly are you waiting for? Become a healthier and more informed vegetarian and start enhancing your meat-free life right now.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Just-In-Time-For-Your-Holidays---Vegan-Friendly-Pumpkin-Spice-Bread-Recipe&id=6669377] Just In Time For Your Holidays - Vegan Friendly Pumpkin Spice Bread Recipe
The sound of relatives and company chattering and laughing as the aroma of dairy-free spice pumpkin bread tickles your guests' noses and Vince Guaraldi's "A Charlie Brown Christmas" plays in the background, are some of my favorite memories of the holiday festivities and being surrounded by the people who are significant in my life. Food is the centerpiece of family functions and holiday parties, so naturally you want to make sure you put your best "dishes" forward and have a wide assortment of tantalizing treats on display. This vegan spiced pumpkin bread is an easy addition to complement your meat-free or vegan holiday feast. If your celebration menu is already maxed out with your traditional favorites, give your guests a piece of the evening to enjoy once they get home, by wrapping (in a cute and decorative cellophane wrap) these egg-free and dairy-free loaves of sumptuousness and giving them to your friends to take home with them. Who could resist the present of food? Even better, you could share this vegan recipe with your other vegetarian and vegan friends so that they can bake this bread whenever the mood sets in.
Ingredients:
Bread
1 � cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon all spice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
� teaspoon ground cloves
� teaspoon baking powder
1 cup of sugar
1/3 cup of brown sugar
� cup of softened vegan margarine
1 cup canned pur�e pumpkin
� cup of plain soy yogurt
1 teaspoon rum extract
2 teaspoons chopped ginger
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 cup of raisins
Glaze
1 � cup of powdered sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla or plain soy milk
� teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 9x5 inch loaf pan with vegetable oil spray. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, all spice, nutmeg, cloves, and baking powder.
2. In a mixer or food processor, mix the sugar, pumpkin, soy yogurt, rum extract, ginger, and orange peel. Mix until the batter is well-blended and smooth. Slowly pour in the flour mixture, a little bit at a time, until fully blended. Next, add the raisins and pulse for about 1 minute. Pour batter into loaf pan.
3. Bake the bread batter for 60 minute or until the edges pull away slightly from the sides of the pan and the center of the bread springs back when lightly touched.
4. Cool bread for 15 minutes. Once bread has cooled, remove bread from pan and allow to cool completely (about 30 more minutes)
5. While bread is cooling, in a small bowl, add the powdered sugar, soy milk, and vanilla extract and whisk together until smooth. With a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the bread. Let glaze set before serving (about 10 minutes)
This bread can very easily replace a piece of pie or cake as a dessert. The vegan pumpkin spiced bread is also a great sweet appetizer that can be sliced and smothered, with the vanilla glaze, and served on a platter. If you're cooking for a large group, and you need to save time with cooking and food preparation, you can easily prepare the bread ahead of time and freeze the baked bread for as long as 2 weeks and just thaw the bread at room temperature for at least six hours just before serving. What are some of your favorite holiday memories and rel=nofollow [http://vegetarianlikeme.com/vegetarian-video-recipes/vegan-curried-potato-salad-for-your-holiday-dinner/]recipes? Do you have a specialty vegetarian or vegan dish that all your guests rave about each year? Enjoy this recipe and more importantly, enjoy the company of your family members during this holiday season.
Are you a vegetarian like Ebony Johnson? Ebony has been living a meatless lifestyle since the age of 12 and she has created "Vegetarian Like Me," designed to help fellow vegetarians become healthier and more informed. Visit http://www.vegetarianlikeme.com today to receive access to vegetarian and vegan video recipes, cooking tips, vegetarian advice, and news. So what exactly are you waiting for? Become a healthier and more informed vegetarian and start enhancing your meat-free life right now.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Just-In-Time-For-Your-Holidays---Vegan-Friendly-Pumpkin-Spice-Bread-Recipe&id=6669377] Just In Time For Your Holidays - Vegan Friendly Pumpkin Spice Bread Recipe
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Raw Foodist's Holiday Survival Guide!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Tina_Jo_Stephens]Tina Jo Stephens
Friends, Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and Christmas will be arriving shortly thereafter! I don't know about you, but this is the always the busiest time of year for me! When I first started eating raw foods nearly 12 years ago, I panicked at the thought of how I would make it through all those holiday food affairs. Parties, snacking, nibbling, cooking, entertaining, food gifts, weight gain worries, my carnivorous family and friends... Oh my goodness how the holiday food pressures got me into such a frenzy! Sound familiar?
Well, thankfully, I have learned a thing or two over the years; especially not to worry about staying raw but true to myself during the holiday season.
Whether you're new to raw vegan foods or a seasoned expert, this is not the time of year to be fretting about that nibble of stuffing, sweet potatoes or cookie you just ate. A healthy mind begins with a healthy body and a healthy body begins with a healthy mind. The gratitude and intention you ingest with your food is just as important as the food itself. If you have a little slip up this Holiday season, it's okay! Forget about it and move on. Know that you do the best for your body so giving yourself a little holiday treat, whether it be a cookie or cooked potatoes, is no big deal. Just eat that cookie with gratitude and love and move on! The guilt you create with bad self-talk is a whole lot worse than the darn cookie!
If it makes you feel good, do it. This is no time to worry or criticize yourself; it's a time to celebrate and give thanks for blessings received and given. So embrace Aunt Susie's mashed potatoes and have a few bites if you must. As the New Year approaches you have plenty of opportunity to grow stronger in your convictions about your loving path toward optimal health with a raw vegan lifestyle all year long.
Here are some tips to help you get through this festive time of year while maintaining balance and harmony and enjoying all the holidays have to offer.
Stop the bad self-talk. Now is not the time to lecture yourself over any past misgivings; diet slip-ups or otherwise. Love yourself completely and abundantly. Enjoy food offerings in whatever form they take. You need not indulge. Temptations will be everywhere; just remember moderation is the key. Your cooked food cravings aren't going to go away unless you've been raw for many years and, even then, it can still be challenging. Staying consistently raw is not easy during this season, especially if you've just begun a raw diet - so think about it as making individual healthy decisions, one situation at a time. Don't sweat it, tomorrow is another day.
Meditate. Do this while standing in front of that table full of cooked food. Take a long deep breath. Walk away. Stay calm and remember why you went raw in the first place. Reconnect with those reasons as you turn your back to that table and walk away. Concentrate on focusing your full attention on talking to someone that is far away from the food. Being mindful and present in your conversations with others helps the voice chattering about food in your head disappear. So engage, listen and enjoy yourself!
Educate yourself during the holidays with all the raw food literature you can find. This way you can intelligently inform your friends and family of all the reasons you are committed to staying raw and maybe interest them to join you on your raw journey.
Start new raw traditions. Here's your chance to show your friends and family that your raw food diet is more than just grazing on a plate of fruit. Bring out those recipes that will leave them breathless and begging for more. Take your beautifully wrapped cakes or pies, like my Coconut Ginger Pumpkin Pie with Sweet Whipped Cream (or other traditional converted holiday dishes like Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Topping) to your relatives house, serve up some decadent sweet raw peanut butterscotch fudge at your party, pass it around and let everyone savor its goodness. Make it a point to share your raw food delicacies with your family and friends now and everywhere you go during the holidays and forever! Don't be shy, or embarrassed, don't be afraid to let it all hang out. You care deeply about your health and your future, so let everyone know it. Maybe your healthy passions will catch on.
Eat beforehand. Before attending a party, fill up your belly with as much raw goodness as you possibly can. If it's a work party, bring your own food and take a break to eat before facing the cooked temptations. Indulge in your all-time favorite refreshing green smoothie, juice or power snack bar, right before you go. Have plenty of fresh water on hand at ALL times. Never be without it. Buy yourself the prettiest portable water bottle possible, which helps you savor your water all the more. Wear that bottle like a diamond ring.
Try attending all Raw Potluck Holiday Parties. I know this is not always practical, but here you will find fellowship with like-minded individuals who fully support and understand your lifestyle without SAD food temptations. You'll meet new friends who will help you stay on track throughout the rest of your raw food journey. You'll also learn new recipes which is always fun no matter how long you've been raw!
Happy Holidays!
Make Life Delicious,
Chef Tina Jo
Chef Tina Jo is a highly respected Gourmet Raw Vegan Chef, Author, Speaker, and Coach known internationally for her humor and down-to-earth approach to raw veganism. Chef Tina Jo, along with her TV show Splendor in the Raw, has been awarded Top 10 Best Show, Best Chef, and Best Website in the Best of Raw 2009 Awards and Top 6 Best Show and Best Chef in the 2010 awards. She has made it her life's mission to bring super delicious, fresh, simple, fun, affordable raw vegan food to the mainstream.
Through her books, DVDs, and programs, Tina Jo is teaching Americans how to make healthy lifestyles DELICIOUS, bringing live whole foods back to the dinner table one dinner plate at a time.
Make your own delicious, easy to prepare holiday foods with Chef Tina Jo's latest book: http://www.cheftinajo.com/holidayfoods
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Raw-Foodists-Holiday-Survival-Guide!&id=6687107] Raw Foodist's Holiday Survival Guide!
Friends, Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and Christmas will be arriving shortly thereafter! I don't know about you, but this is the always the busiest time of year for me! When I first started eating raw foods nearly 12 years ago, I panicked at the thought of how I would make it through all those holiday food affairs. Parties, snacking, nibbling, cooking, entertaining, food gifts, weight gain worries, my carnivorous family and friends... Oh my goodness how the holiday food pressures got me into such a frenzy! Sound familiar?
Well, thankfully, I have learned a thing or two over the years; especially not to worry about staying raw but true to myself during the holiday season.
Whether you're new to raw vegan foods or a seasoned expert, this is not the time of year to be fretting about that nibble of stuffing, sweet potatoes or cookie you just ate. A healthy mind begins with a healthy body and a healthy body begins with a healthy mind. The gratitude and intention you ingest with your food is just as important as the food itself. If you have a little slip up this Holiday season, it's okay! Forget about it and move on. Know that you do the best for your body so giving yourself a little holiday treat, whether it be a cookie or cooked potatoes, is no big deal. Just eat that cookie with gratitude and love and move on! The guilt you create with bad self-talk is a whole lot worse than the darn cookie!
If it makes you feel good, do it. This is no time to worry or criticize yourself; it's a time to celebrate and give thanks for blessings received and given. So embrace Aunt Susie's mashed potatoes and have a few bites if you must. As the New Year approaches you have plenty of opportunity to grow stronger in your convictions about your loving path toward optimal health with a raw vegan lifestyle all year long.
Here are some tips to help you get through this festive time of year while maintaining balance and harmony and enjoying all the holidays have to offer.
Stop the bad self-talk. Now is not the time to lecture yourself over any past misgivings; diet slip-ups or otherwise. Love yourself completely and abundantly. Enjoy food offerings in whatever form they take. You need not indulge. Temptations will be everywhere; just remember moderation is the key. Your cooked food cravings aren't going to go away unless you've been raw for many years and, even then, it can still be challenging. Staying consistently raw is not easy during this season, especially if you've just begun a raw diet - so think about it as making individual healthy decisions, one situation at a time. Don't sweat it, tomorrow is another day.
Meditate. Do this while standing in front of that table full of cooked food. Take a long deep breath. Walk away. Stay calm and remember why you went raw in the first place. Reconnect with those reasons as you turn your back to that table and walk away. Concentrate on focusing your full attention on talking to someone that is far away from the food. Being mindful and present in your conversations with others helps the voice chattering about food in your head disappear. So engage, listen and enjoy yourself!
Educate yourself during the holidays with all the raw food literature you can find. This way you can intelligently inform your friends and family of all the reasons you are committed to staying raw and maybe interest them to join you on your raw journey.
Start new raw traditions. Here's your chance to show your friends and family that your raw food diet is more than just grazing on a plate of fruit. Bring out those recipes that will leave them breathless and begging for more. Take your beautifully wrapped cakes or pies, like my Coconut Ginger Pumpkin Pie with Sweet Whipped Cream (or other traditional converted holiday dishes like Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Topping) to your relatives house, serve up some decadent sweet raw peanut butterscotch fudge at your party, pass it around and let everyone savor its goodness. Make it a point to share your raw food delicacies with your family and friends now and everywhere you go during the holidays and forever! Don't be shy, or embarrassed, don't be afraid to let it all hang out. You care deeply about your health and your future, so let everyone know it. Maybe your healthy passions will catch on.
Eat beforehand. Before attending a party, fill up your belly with as much raw goodness as you possibly can. If it's a work party, bring your own food and take a break to eat before facing the cooked temptations. Indulge in your all-time favorite refreshing green smoothie, juice or power snack bar, right before you go. Have plenty of fresh water on hand at ALL times. Never be without it. Buy yourself the prettiest portable water bottle possible, which helps you savor your water all the more. Wear that bottle like a diamond ring.
Try attending all Raw Potluck Holiday Parties. I know this is not always practical, but here you will find fellowship with like-minded individuals who fully support and understand your lifestyle without SAD food temptations. You'll meet new friends who will help you stay on track throughout the rest of your raw food journey. You'll also learn new recipes which is always fun no matter how long you've been raw!
Happy Holidays!
Make Life Delicious,
Chef Tina Jo
Chef Tina Jo is a highly respected Gourmet Raw Vegan Chef, Author, Speaker, and Coach known internationally for her humor and down-to-earth approach to raw veganism. Chef Tina Jo, along with her TV show Splendor in the Raw, has been awarded Top 10 Best Show, Best Chef, and Best Website in the Best of Raw 2009 Awards and Top 6 Best Show and Best Chef in the 2010 awards. She has made it her life's mission to bring super delicious, fresh, simple, fun, affordable raw vegan food to the mainstream.
Through her books, DVDs, and programs, Tina Jo is teaching Americans how to make healthy lifestyles DELICIOUS, bringing live whole foods back to the dinner table one dinner plate at a time.
Make your own delicious, easy to prepare holiday foods with Chef Tina Jo's latest book: http://www.cheftinajo.com/holidayfoods
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Raw-Foodists-Holiday-Survival-Guide!&id=6687107] Raw Foodist's Holiday Survival Guide!
Sunday, January 8, 2012
How to Include More Greens in Your Diet
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Fran_T_D_Nyachoto]Fran T D Nyachoto
For those of us who have been brought up eating lots of red meat at almost every meal, the thought of a meatless dish is unfathomable. But it can be done. There are many health benefits of eating more greens and less meat.
Here's how you can do this.
1. Once a week vegetarian
Pick one day of the week where you go vegetarian. It doesn't have to be bland. Look up recipes on the internet or create your own with whatever vegetables are in season. Use lots of mushrooms which have a chunky meaty texture to cheat your taste buds.
2. Eat a green salad everyday
Make this a habit and once you're used to it, you won't feel good if you haven't eaten your salad.There are lots of salads you can make with for example red and green cabbage, lettuce, rocket, spinach, tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, avocados, peppers, beetroot and so on.
The more color the salad has, the better.
3. Juice them up
Get yourself a juicer and make yourself delicious vegetable juices. That way you get nature's goodness straight into your system. The only work you do is buy and clean the vegetables. No cutting is involved. Imagine some cool carrot juice first thing in the morning. Your health will certainly improve by doing this.
4. Buy them frozen
If prepping vegetables puts you off eating the, the just get them frozen and ready to steam. There are a huge variety to choose from so stock up. Just make sure to not overcook them as you don't want to lose the goodness.
5. Grow them in your backyard
Why not consider vegetable gardening as a hobby. There's nothing as satisfying as planting seeds into the ground and watching them grow into plump fresh vegetables. You'll have no choice but to eat them. Honestly,what beats getting vegetables from your garden to cook. Anyone can learn how to do this. Search the internet or visit a garden center near you for tips.
6. Add frozen vegetables to meat dishes
When you cook a meat dish, just throw in some frozen vegetables just a few minutes before the dish is cooked. For example, when cooking a chicken stew, add some broccoli, with scrambled eggs add some carrots, with mashed potatoes add some peas and cabbage. You can also add frozen vegetables to your rice. Just be creative with this, as long as with each meal there are vegetables.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?How-to-Include-More-Greens-in-Your-Diet&id=6689110] How to Include More Greens in Your Diet
For those of us who have been brought up eating lots of red meat at almost every meal, the thought of a meatless dish is unfathomable. But it can be done. There are many health benefits of eating more greens and less meat.
Here's how you can do this.
1. Once a week vegetarian
Pick one day of the week where you go vegetarian. It doesn't have to be bland. Look up recipes on the internet or create your own with whatever vegetables are in season. Use lots of mushrooms which have a chunky meaty texture to cheat your taste buds.
2. Eat a green salad everyday
Make this a habit and once you're used to it, you won't feel good if you haven't eaten your salad.There are lots of salads you can make with for example red and green cabbage, lettuce, rocket, spinach, tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, avocados, peppers, beetroot and so on.
The more color the salad has, the better.
3. Juice them up
Get yourself a juicer and make yourself delicious vegetable juices. That way you get nature's goodness straight into your system. The only work you do is buy and clean the vegetables. No cutting is involved. Imagine some cool carrot juice first thing in the morning. Your health will certainly improve by doing this.
4. Buy them frozen
If prepping vegetables puts you off eating the, the just get them frozen and ready to steam. There are a huge variety to choose from so stock up. Just make sure to not overcook them as you don't want to lose the goodness.
5. Grow them in your backyard
Why not consider vegetable gardening as a hobby. There's nothing as satisfying as planting seeds into the ground and watching them grow into plump fresh vegetables. You'll have no choice but to eat them. Honestly,what beats getting vegetables from your garden to cook. Anyone can learn how to do this. Search the internet or visit a garden center near you for tips.
6. Add frozen vegetables to meat dishes
When you cook a meat dish, just throw in some frozen vegetables just a few minutes before the dish is cooked. For example, when cooking a chicken stew, add some broccoli, with scrambled eggs add some carrots, with mashed potatoes add some peas and cabbage. You can also add frozen vegetables to your rice. Just be creative with this, as long as with each meal there are vegetables.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?How-to-Include-More-Greens-in-Your-Diet&id=6689110] How to Include More Greens in Your Diet
Friday, January 6, 2012
The Easy Way to Make Raw Organic Almond Milk at Home
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Molly_A_Brock]Molly A Brock Raw Organic Almond Milk Made Easy
Have you ever woken up in the morning only to discover that when you went to your refrigerator your milk container was empty? I want to share with you how incredibly easy it is to make your own milk at home using raw organic almonds. Almond milk has no cholesterol and is free of sodium which both contribute to excellent heart health! Raw organic almond milk contains fifty percent of the daily recommended allowance of vitamin E which promotes healthy skin complexion, as well as supporting normal brain function.
The following is an easy step by step process that will help you learn how convenient it is to make raw organic almond milk from the comfort of home. Raw organic almond milk is so easy to make and adds vital nutrients to anyone's diet, providing you with energy and whole food nutrition to sustain your energy levels throughout the day!
You will need to go to a grocery store which carries raw organic almonds. Many health food stores carry a wide variety of organic foods. In my experience it is always a good idea to purchase a few pounds of raw organic almonds to keep in your cupboard. This will cut down on the amount of shopping trips to the grocery stores. It is nice to be well stocked with almonds for several weeks, depending on how much milk you and your family consume.
For the process of making almond milk at home, you only need five items. Raw organic almonds, a blender, a mixing bowl, one liter of purified water, and a nylon mesh bag that will be used to pour the blended almond milk through to strain out the almond pulp at the very end.
The first thing to do is take a cup and a half of raw organic almonds and place them into a bowl to soak. I prefer to start soaking my almonds right before I go to bed at night because they take up to eight hours to soak until they are ready to be blended into milk. The next morning when you go into your kitchen you will need to drain the soaking water out of the almonds and then be sure to rinse them with water a couple of times. The next step is to take the soaked, drained and rinsed almonds and place them into a blender. Once they are in the blender you then add one liter of purified water and blend until the mixture appears creamy in color, like milk! The last step in making raw organic almond milk at home is to place your nylon mesh bag into a mixing bowl and then slowly pour the almond and water mixture inside of the mesh bag. In order to prevent the almond pulp from getting into the strained milk you need to be careful as you are pouring the mixture through the nylon mesh bag so that it will not spill over the edges of the mesh bag as the almond pulp is being strained from the milk. This will ensure you have creamy almond milk, without granules of almond pulp. Then when the entire blend has been poured into the nylon mesh bag as it rests inside the mixing bowl, you can now carefully, holding from the top of the mesh bag, start to gently lift up the bag of milk. As you start lifting the bag up you will need to use your other hand to start slowly and gently squeezing while straining the milk through the bag while the almond pulp is being separated from the milk. Sometimes I will rotate sides of the mesh bag as I am squeezing the milk through. This will ensure you get the most milk for your money! Finally, once you have strained the milk from the pulp, you are ready to pour the raw organic almond milk into a pitcher and enjoy!
Raw organic almond milk has many health benefits. From being loaded with fifty percent of your daily value of vitamin E; supporting normal brain function and promoting healthy skin complexion, to being cholesterol and sodium free for a healthy heart! Making your own in the comfort of your home is so easy and convenient! By following these simple instructions, you are sure to wake up in the mornings with only a few easy steps that are simple, quick and make certain you've got healthy raw organic almond milk in your refrigerator for your enjoyment. Once you do you will feel wonderful knowing you are consciously choosing to support you and your family's health and nutritional needs!
Molly Ann Brock
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Easy-Way-to-Make-Raw-Organic-Almond-Milk-at-Home&id=6668898] The Easy Way to Make Raw Organic Almond Milk at Home
Have you ever woken up in the morning only to discover that when you went to your refrigerator your milk container was empty? I want to share with you how incredibly easy it is to make your own milk at home using raw organic almonds. Almond milk has no cholesterol and is free of sodium which both contribute to excellent heart health! Raw organic almond milk contains fifty percent of the daily recommended allowance of vitamin E which promotes healthy skin complexion, as well as supporting normal brain function.
The following is an easy step by step process that will help you learn how convenient it is to make raw organic almond milk from the comfort of home. Raw organic almond milk is so easy to make and adds vital nutrients to anyone's diet, providing you with energy and whole food nutrition to sustain your energy levels throughout the day!
You will need to go to a grocery store which carries raw organic almonds. Many health food stores carry a wide variety of organic foods. In my experience it is always a good idea to purchase a few pounds of raw organic almonds to keep in your cupboard. This will cut down on the amount of shopping trips to the grocery stores. It is nice to be well stocked with almonds for several weeks, depending on how much milk you and your family consume.
For the process of making almond milk at home, you only need five items. Raw organic almonds, a blender, a mixing bowl, one liter of purified water, and a nylon mesh bag that will be used to pour the blended almond milk through to strain out the almond pulp at the very end.
The first thing to do is take a cup and a half of raw organic almonds and place them into a bowl to soak. I prefer to start soaking my almonds right before I go to bed at night because they take up to eight hours to soak until they are ready to be blended into milk. The next morning when you go into your kitchen you will need to drain the soaking water out of the almonds and then be sure to rinse them with water a couple of times. The next step is to take the soaked, drained and rinsed almonds and place them into a blender. Once they are in the blender you then add one liter of purified water and blend until the mixture appears creamy in color, like milk! The last step in making raw organic almond milk at home is to place your nylon mesh bag into a mixing bowl and then slowly pour the almond and water mixture inside of the mesh bag. In order to prevent the almond pulp from getting into the strained milk you need to be careful as you are pouring the mixture through the nylon mesh bag so that it will not spill over the edges of the mesh bag as the almond pulp is being strained from the milk. This will ensure you have creamy almond milk, without granules of almond pulp. Then when the entire blend has been poured into the nylon mesh bag as it rests inside the mixing bowl, you can now carefully, holding from the top of the mesh bag, start to gently lift up the bag of milk. As you start lifting the bag up you will need to use your other hand to start slowly and gently squeezing while straining the milk through the bag while the almond pulp is being separated from the milk. Sometimes I will rotate sides of the mesh bag as I am squeezing the milk through. This will ensure you get the most milk for your money! Finally, once you have strained the milk from the pulp, you are ready to pour the raw organic almond milk into a pitcher and enjoy!
Raw organic almond milk has many health benefits. From being loaded with fifty percent of your daily value of vitamin E; supporting normal brain function and promoting healthy skin complexion, to being cholesterol and sodium free for a healthy heart! Making your own in the comfort of your home is so easy and convenient! By following these simple instructions, you are sure to wake up in the mornings with only a few easy steps that are simple, quick and make certain you've got healthy raw organic almond milk in your refrigerator for your enjoyment. Once you do you will feel wonderful knowing you are consciously choosing to support you and your family's health and nutritional needs!
Molly Ann Brock
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Easy-Way-to-Make-Raw-Organic-Almond-Milk-at-Home&id=6668898] The Easy Way to Make Raw Organic Almond Milk at Home
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Family Food Chart - Stay Healthy In Winters By Opting For Seasonal Foods
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Neelam_Dadhwal]Neelam Dadhwal
Winters are here and despite global warming, the temperatures are dropping. The nature has its way to deal with both the change in the environment and human body. Seasonal foods provided in bounty are a way to keep the body fit in every season. What are seasonal foods? The foods that are grown fresh in the fields or farms during the current fresh season are known as seasonal food. For example, in summers peaches, plums, avocados, apples are available while in winters, you can relish on beans, potatoes, cabbage, snow peas, cauliflower and zucchinis.
Seasonal foods in or out
It is matter of great debate to seek the relevancy of seasonal foods to the health. Not withstanding what are the results, some of the age-old beliefs stand true to the test of the time. This includes different eating food habits for different seasons such as spring, summer, autumn and winter. Since all the seasons have their associated characteristics which makes the special such as temperature and humidity.
Why warm food in winters?
Winters perhaps, have the lowest temperature and high humidity in the air. One could safeguard against the declining temperature by wearing good quality of warm clothes. It is however, suggested that warm foods are good for intake. You still have to talk, breathe and see through sense organs which cannot be protected by any other means. Warm foods such as root vegetables which are also fresh produce of the market are very popular. Carrots, spinach, sweet potato, fenugreek leaves, garlic, turnips, ginger and nuts such as peanut, almonds, kishmish are some of the most popular winter seasonal foods.
The benefits of warm food
The good thing is that most of the warm foods are fresh produce that puts them in the category of seasonal foods. They are not required to be imported from another place and their nutritional value is high. The produce is less expensive. It is more beneficial if they are organic in nature. Most of the food departmental stores are now specifically dealing with wide variety of organic foods. Organic seasonal foods are produced without the use of fertilizers using some of the best framing techniques and natural methods to improve soil nutrient level. This prevents adulteration of food cycle which does not only comprise of humans but also plants and animals. The seasonal food is rich in all sources of nutrients. You could find rich sources of Vitamin A in carrot, Iron in spinach, mustard leaves and fenugreek leaves, dietary fibre in turnip, Vitamin C in oranges, potassium in radishes. This makes a balanced diet. Our body is constantly rejuvenating while we can easily insulate it from the outside cold temperature with help of various mineral rich and flavonoids-based winter foods.
Therapeutic reasons for seasonal food
Many of the diseases such as cold, sore throat, scurvy (a type of skin disease) can be checked with proper intake of Vitamin C with use of orange as mid-day treat and eating methi (fenugreek leaves ) is good for people having high cholesterol as well as helps the diabetic person to check one's insulin levels. Milk and milk products based dishes are good for people with bone diseases.
These winter seasonal foods can be enjoyed in many ways such as soups, salads, appetizers, main course menus, desserts, hot beverages and snacks. Relish on the hot steaming sweet potatoes or drink kanji made up of red carrots in the coming cool winters with benefits of good health.
I am an avid blogger and IT tech news critic. Self-employed as web designer works with open source technologies such as PHP, Java, MySQL to build up websites using Dreamweaver as platform. In spare time, I like to write about the topics of my interest which includes food, lifestyle, recreation and tech. Weekends are spend creating something meaningful and beautiful craft and life is fun.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Family-Food-Chart---Stay-Healthy-In-Winters-By-Opting-For-Seasonal-Foods&id=6704914] Family Food Chart - Stay Healthy In Winters By Opting For Seasonal Foods
Winters are here and despite global warming, the temperatures are dropping. The nature has its way to deal with both the change in the environment and human body. Seasonal foods provided in bounty are a way to keep the body fit in every season. What are seasonal foods? The foods that are grown fresh in the fields or farms during the current fresh season are known as seasonal food. For example, in summers peaches, plums, avocados, apples are available while in winters, you can relish on beans, potatoes, cabbage, snow peas, cauliflower and zucchinis.
Seasonal foods in or out
It is matter of great debate to seek the relevancy of seasonal foods to the health. Not withstanding what are the results, some of the age-old beliefs stand true to the test of the time. This includes different eating food habits for different seasons such as spring, summer, autumn and winter. Since all the seasons have their associated characteristics which makes the special such as temperature and humidity.
Why warm food in winters?
Winters perhaps, have the lowest temperature and high humidity in the air. One could safeguard against the declining temperature by wearing good quality of warm clothes. It is however, suggested that warm foods are good for intake. You still have to talk, breathe and see through sense organs which cannot be protected by any other means. Warm foods such as root vegetables which are also fresh produce of the market are very popular. Carrots, spinach, sweet potato, fenugreek leaves, garlic, turnips, ginger and nuts such as peanut, almonds, kishmish are some of the most popular winter seasonal foods.
The benefits of warm food
The good thing is that most of the warm foods are fresh produce that puts them in the category of seasonal foods. They are not required to be imported from another place and their nutritional value is high. The produce is less expensive. It is more beneficial if they are organic in nature. Most of the food departmental stores are now specifically dealing with wide variety of organic foods. Organic seasonal foods are produced without the use of fertilizers using some of the best framing techniques and natural methods to improve soil nutrient level. This prevents adulteration of food cycle which does not only comprise of humans but also plants and animals. The seasonal food is rich in all sources of nutrients. You could find rich sources of Vitamin A in carrot, Iron in spinach, mustard leaves and fenugreek leaves, dietary fibre in turnip, Vitamin C in oranges, potassium in radishes. This makes a balanced diet. Our body is constantly rejuvenating while we can easily insulate it from the outside cold temperature with help of various mineral rich and flavonoids-based winter foods.
Therapeutic reasons for seasonal food
Many of the diseases such as cold, sore throat, scurvy (a type of skin disease) can be checked with proper intake of Vitamin C with use of orange as mid-day treat and eating methi (fenugreek leaves ) is good for people having high cholesterol as well as helps the diabetic person to check one's insulin levels. Milk and milk products based dishes are good for people with bone diseases.
These winter seasonal foods can be enjoyed in many ways such as soups, salads, appetizers, main course menus, desserts, hot beverages and snacks. Relish on the hot steaming sweet potatoes or drink kanji made up of red carrots in the coming cool winters with benefits of good health.
I am an avid blogger and IT tech news critic. Self-employed as web designer works with open source technologies such as PHP, Java, MySQL to build up websites using Dreamweaver as platform. In spare time, I like to write about the topics of my interest which includes food, lifestyle, recreation and tech. Weekends are spend creating something meaningful and beautiful craft and life is fun.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Family-Food-Chart---Stay-Healthy-In-Winters-By-Opting-For-Seasonal-Foods&id=6704914] Family Food Chart - Stay Healthy In Winters By Opting For Seasonal Foods
Monday, January 2, 2012
Steps to Hosting a Vegan Holiday Feast
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Cynthia_Holzapfel]Cynthia Holzapfel
Holiday feasts usually present the best reasons for people to enjoy and spend wonderful moments together. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve are among the most popular times for enjoying festivities with family and friends. Of course, holiday celebrations also give us excuses to splurge on rich foods and stray from our usual more healthful diets.
Not everyone may associate the concept of "meatless" with "celebration." However, because of the growing awareness of the healthful properties of a vegetarian diet, there are more meat substitutes that are available on the market today, such as Tofu Turkey (a.k.a. "Tofurky") that help people prepare a hearty holiday feast that both vegetarians, vegans, and meat-eaters alike will enjoy.
Here are both simple and unusual ways to present a sumptuous vegan holiday feast:
� Take advantage of cuisines that highlight vegetarian foods as part of a traditional diet. There are many choices to choose from like Greek, Italian, and Lebanese dishes that are naturally vegetarian or vegan. For a spicy variation, try a traditional Indian or Sri Lankan meal for the holidays-with the rich combination of great flavors, you'll definitely never miss the meat.
� There are many great protein options on the market these days that you can use to create wonderful celebration food. Soyfoods like tofu or TVP (textured soy protein) can easily replace pork and chicken in some of your favorite dishes. Tofu is a popular vegan ingredient because with the right seasoning and flavors, none of your guests will think anything is missing. For special occasions, tofu and gluten can even be used for vegan or vegetarian turkey dishes. "Tofurkey" is ready made-all you have to do is heat and serve. And with vegan meat substitutes, you can indulge a little and enjoy flavorful dishes without necessarily sabotaging your diet.
� With vegetarian meals, you don't have to feel like you're missing out on the delightful foods you usually enjoy. There are lots of ways to prepare a vegetarian dish. With a little creativity (and the many terrific vegan cookbooks you can find these days) it is easy to satisfy even the most discriminating guest.
There's no reason to feel deprived over the delight that holiday feasts usually offer even if you're a vegetarian or vegan. With these basic tips to follow, you can create a vegan holiday celebration that will provide the best memories of the celebration you hosted for years to come.
Make party hosting simple and exciting by using various [http://www.healthy-eating.com/category/gluten_tempeh]meat substitutes like [http://www.healthy-eating.com/category/texturedsoy]textured soy and discover the best way to celebrate while promoting good health.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Steps-to-Hosting-a-Vegan-Holiday-Feast&id=6713826] Steps to Hosting a Vegan Holiday Feast
Holiday feasts usually present the best reasons for people to enjoy and spend wonderful moments together. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve are among the most popular times for enjoying festivities with family and friends. Of course, holiday celebrations also give us excuses to splurge on rich foods and stray from our usual more healthful diets.
Not everyone may associate the concept of "meatless" with "celebration." However, because of the growing awareness of the healthful properties of a vegetarian diet, there are more meat substitutes that are available on the market today, such as Tofu Turkey (a.k.a. "Tofurky") that help people prepare a hearty holiday feast that both vegetarians, vegans, and meat-eaters alike will enjoy.
Here are both simple and unusual ways to present a sumptuous vegan holiday feast:
� Take advantage of cuisines that highlight vegetarian foods as part of a traditional diet. There are many choices to choose from like Greek, Italian, and Lebanese dishes that are naturally vegetarian or vegan. For a spicy variation, try a traditional Indian or Sri Lankan meal for the holidays-with the rich combination of great flavors, you'll definitely never miss the meat.
� There are many great protein options on the market these days that you can use to create wonderful celebration food. Soyfoods like tofu or TVP (textured soy protein) can easily replace pork and chicken in some of your favorite dishes. Tofu is a popular vegan ingredient because with the right seasoning and flavors, none of your guests will think anything is missing. For special occasions, tofu and gluten can even be used for vegan or vegetarian turkey dishes. "Tofurkey" is ready made-all you have to do is heat and serve. And with vegan meat substitutes, you can indulge a little and enjoy flavorful dishes without necessarily sabotaging your diet.
� With vegetarian meals, you don't have to feel like you're missing out on the delightful foods you usually enjoy. There are lots of ways to prepare a vegetarian dish. With a little creativity (and the many terrific vegan cookbooks you can find these days) it is easy to satisfy even the most discriminating guest.
There's no reason to feel deprived over the delight that holiday feasts usually offer even if you're a vegetarian or vegan. With these basic tips to follow, you can create a vegan holiday celebration that will provide the best memories of the celebration you hosted for years to come.
Make party hosting simple and exciting by using various [http://www.healthy-eating.com/category/gluten_tempeh]meat substitutes like [http://www.healthy-eating.com/category/texturedsoy]textured soy and discover the best way to celebrate while promoting good health.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Steps-to-Hosting-a-Vegan-Holiday-Feast&id=6713826] Steps to Hosting a Vegan Holiday Feast
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