Chocolate Mousse

4-6 ounces of non-dairy, malt-sweetened Sunspire chocolate chipsAbout 2/3 package of firm or extra firm silken tofu4 tablespoons agave syrup (or to desired sweetness)1 teaspoon vanilla extractOrganic strawberries (optional) 1. Melt chocolate chips, preferably in the top of a double boiler. 2. Puree silken tofu in a food processor until smooth. (Use more tofu if … Continued

Toasted Sesame Cucumber Pasta Salad

   8 Servings  ( Courtesy of Ted’s Recipes )   14 oz.  fettuccini or spaghetti style whole brown rice pasta (Tinkyada pasta brand is one option) 2         cups seedless cucumbers diced small 1 ½     cups scallions thinly sliced 2         tablespoons finely chopped cilantro 1         tablespoon black sesame seeds 1 ½     tablespoon crushed red peppers 1         tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger … Continued

Sesame CucumberQuinoa Salad

 8 Serving      (Courtesy of Ted’s Recipes) 2         cups uncooked quinoa (rinsed and drained) 3         cups seedless cucumbers circular cut 1         medium size onion cut half moon and thinly sliced 1         tablespoon black sesame seeds 1 ½     tablespoon crushed red peppers 1         cup rice vinegar ¼        cup sesame oil ¼        cup canola oil 4         tablespoons tamari … Continued

Smashed Peas

Why do peas have such a bad reputation?  They’re a good source of several vitamins, including vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin K.  They’re also a great source of B vitamins and provide some important minerals, including magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and iron.  And they can be quite tasty!  If you don’t believe us, try this … Continued

Easy Dill Pickle Slices

 Makes 2 quarts  2 pounds                   Kirby cucumbers ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp          coarse salt 3 cups                       water 2 cups                       distilled … Continued

No-Egg Salad Sandwiches

Makes 4 sandwiches    1/2 pound               firm tofu, mashed1                       green onion, finely chopped, including green top2 Tbsp                  chopped dill pickles (see recipe below)2 Tbsp                  canola mayonnaise1 Tbsp                  stone-ground mustard2 tsp                   tamari soy sauce¼ tsp                   cumin ¼ tsp                   turmeric … Continued

Mixed Bean Salad w/Veggies

 Serves 12   4       cans 15 oz. beans ( cannellini and red kidney beans) 2 ½   cups red onions thinly chopped 2       cups green bell peppers medium chopped 2       cups red bell pepper medium chopped  2       cups orange bell pepper medium chopped 2       cups sweet yellow corn 3       Tbsp cilantro 4       bay leaves      ½      cup … Continued

Simple Meatless Sauce & Spaghetti

 Serves 12 12 oz package Tinkyada organic brown rice spaghetti 2 ½ cups fresh organic cherry tomatoes (halves) 2 cups green peppers (diced small) 2 cups organic Spanish onions finely chopped 1 package of Seitan Apple Sage Sausage (chopped) 2 cloves garlic finely chopped 3 Tbsps cold pressed olive oil 1  jar (7oz.) organic tomato … Continued

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