Q.
A. You could try a veggie loaf...
Veggie Loafs
http://www.ellenskitchen.com/recipebox/meatloaf2.html (neatloaf)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/holiday/holiday-lentil.shtml (holiday lentil loaf)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/nut-roast.html (PETA holiday cashew loaf with gravy)
http://www.johnrussell.name/recipes/thanksgi.htm (holiday lentil loaf with parsley gravy)
http://vegbox-recipes.co.uk/recipes/nut-recipe-1.php (classic nut loaf)
http://www.vegparadise.com/otherbirds411.html (noasted nurkey, from nuts)
http://homecooking.about.com/library/archive/blnuts7.htm (cashew mushroom nutroast)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/beans2/1254.shtml (adobo bean loaf)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/Meat_subs/lentil.shtml (lentil rice loaf)
http://www.vegan-food.net/category/nut/ (several nutloaf recipes)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/gravy.html (vegan gravy)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/stock.html (vegan soup stock for vegan gravy)
http://www.vegparadise.com/news18.html (northern bean and veggie loaf)
http://www.angelfire.com/oh4/YSEARC/lentiltomatoloaf.html (lentil tomato loaf )
http://www.veganrepresent.com/forums/archive/index.php?t-4924.html (thread about above lentil tomato loaf)
Veggie Loafs
http://www.ellenskitchen.com/recipebox/meatloaf2.html (neatloaf)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/holiday/holiday-lentil.shtml (holiday lentil loaf)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/nut-roast.html (PETA holiday cashew loaf with gravy)
http://www.johnrussell.name/recipes/thanksgi.htm (holiday lentil loaf with parsley gravy)
http://vegbox-recipes.co.uk/recipes/nut-recipe-1.php (classic nut loaf)
http://www.vegparadise.com/otherbirds411.html (noasted nurkey, from nuts)
http://homecooking.about.com/library/archive/blnuts7.htm (cashew mushroom nutroast)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/beans2/1254.shtml (adobo bean loaf)
http://www.fatfreevegan.com/Meat_subs/lentil.shtml (lentil rice loaf)
http://www.vegan-food.net/category/nut/ (several nutloaf recipes)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/gravy.html (vegan gravy)
http://www.boutell.com/vegetarian/stock.html (vegan soup stock for vegan gravy)
http://www.vegparadise.com/news18.html (northern bean and veggie loaf)
http://www.angelfire.com/oh4/YSEARC/lentiltomatoloaf.html (lentil tomato loaf )
http://www.veganrepresent.com/forums/archive/index.php?t-4924.html (thread about above lentil tomato loaf)
Do you know/have any quick 30-60 min recipes , perfect for Lunch ..?
Q. There are times where I can just cook whatever is at the top of my mind.. but then you get to the point where you hit a wall and you cant think of anything else...
So, any help will do.. and I usually do these meals in a specific amount of time due to some having to balance work and school ...
Thank you all in advanced
So, any help will do.. and I usually do these meals in a specific amount of time due to some having to balance work and school ...
Thank you all in advanced
A. 20 Sandwices:
Scroll to the middle for recipes:
http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/20-great-sandwich-ideas-191811/
10 Sandwices:
http://www.care2.com/greenliving/ten-best-sandwich-ideas-recipe.html
Scroll to the bottom of this screen for some great ideas:
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/sandwich/quick-no-recipe-sandwich-ideas.html
More great sandwich ideas:
http://www.heb.com/yourHEBStore/SD-bakery-breadSandwichIdeas.jsp
Chicken sandwices, scroll all the way to the bottom for recipes:
http://southernfood.about.com/od/chickensandwiches/r/bl80601a.htm
You are gonna like these too:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/56757/14_fabulous_vegetarian_sandwich_ideas.html?cat=51
Eating well:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/collections/healthy_sandwich_recipes.html
Food Channel Sandwiches-includes Giada's favorites:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/topics/sandwich/
Lots more sandwiches:
http://www.linkroll.com/food_tips/terrific-sandwich-ideas-for-the-gourmet-lunch-box.php
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Frozen dinners already cooked - follow directions on the boxes, warm in microwave. Stick with the big name brands for good taste. Add a can of veggies or frozen veggies as a side dish. Ask a clerk to show you where to find them.
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Pre-cooked meats in sealed packages found in the cold section, not in the freezer, (just pop into the microwave for a few minutes) such as baked ham, pot roast with gravy, chops, chicken, meatloaf, and so much more. Ask a clerk to show you where to find them.
Scroll to the middle for recipes:
http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/20-great-sandwich-ideas-191811/
10 Sandwices:
http://www.care2.com/greenliving/ten-best-sandwich-ideas-recipe.html
Scroll to the bottom of this screen for some great ideas:
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/sandwich/quick-no-recipe-sandwich-ideas.html
More great sandwich ideas:
http://www.heb.com/yourHEBStore/SD-bakery-breadSandwichIdeas.jsp
Chicken sandwices, scroll all the way to the bottom for recipes:
http://southernfood.about.com/od/chickensandwiches/r/bl80601a.htm
You are gonna like these too:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/56757/14_fabulous_vegetarian_sandwich_ideas.html?cat=51
Eating well:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/collections/healthy_sandwich_recipes.html
Food Channel Sandwiches-includes Giada's favorites:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/topics/sandwich/
Lots more sandwiches:
http://www.linkroll.com/food_tips/terrific-sandwich-ideas-for-the-gourmet-lunch-box.php
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Frozen dinners already cooked - follow directions on the boxes, warm in microwave. Stick with the big name brands for good taste. Add a can of veggies or frozen veggies as a side dish. Ask a clerk to show you where to find them.
`````````````````````````````````````````````
Pre-cooked meats in sealed packages found in the cold section, not in the freezer, (just pop into the microwave for a few minutes) such as baked ham, pot roast with gravy, chops, chicken, meatloaf, and so much more. Ask a clerk to show you where to find them.
Tips for new vegetarian?
Q. Any tips? AND I dont want the simple "stop eating all meat in your diet" because I have been a vegetarian for 2 days and want to keep going.
I might get personal trainer cooking today for the recipes and stuff
but recipes help! THX :D
I might get personal trainer cooking today for the recipes and stuff
but recipes help! THX :D
A. Eat a lot of legumes to replace meat in your diet. In case you don't know legumes are beans, nut, and barley. If you crave meat here are easy substitutes:
Beef Stock>>>Mushroom Stock
Chicken stock>>>Veggie stock
Beef Tacos>>>Bean Burritos
Steak>>>Suted Mushrooms
Recpies:
Banana Muffins
These moist and delicious muffins will please even the pickiest of eaters.
3 ripe bananas
1/4 cup oil or melted margarine
1 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional—see other options listed below)
• Mash bananas (overripe ones make the best bread). Add oil/margarine and sugar. Mix well.
• Sift the flour, salt, and baking soda together and add to the banana mixture. Mix until the flour is blended (do not beat).
Pour into muffin pans or a bread pan and bake at 360°F until a toothpick comes out clean.
Optional: Add a handful of walnuts, oatmeal, raisins, chocolate chips, currants, coconut, or all of the above!
Makes 1 Dozen Muffins
Avocado Reuben
Give beef the boot and try our take on the classic reuben sandwich—made with creamy avocado and a tangy, easy-to-make Thousand Island dressing.
2 slices rye or pumpernickel bread
Mustard
Thousand Island dressing (recipe follows)
1/2 avocado, pitted, peeled, and mashed
1/4 cup sauerkraut
• Spread one slice of bread with some mustard, the other slice with Thousand Island dressing.
• Place the bread slices, dry side down, in a lightly oiled skillet. Top one slice with avocado, and the other with sauerkraut.
• Over medium heat, grill the sandwich until lightly browned and hot, about 5 minutes. Put the sandwich halves together and enjoy!
Makes 1 sandwich
Sumptuous Spinach Salad With Orange Sesame Dressing
1 bunch fresh spinach (about 6 cups of leaves)
1 red or yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1/4 to 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 orange, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
1 Tbsp. sesame seeds
2 Tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. orange juice concentrate
1 Tbsp. water
• Trim the spinach stems and carefully wash the leaves. Dry, then tear any large leaves into bite-size pieces. Place in a salad bowl along with the pepper, onion, and orange slices.
• Toast the sesame seeds in a 400°F toaster oven or regular oven for 10 minutes. Transfer to a blender and grind into a powder. Add the vinegar, orange juice concentrate, and water. Blend to mix. Pour over salad and toss just before serving.
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Mama's Mock Meatloaf
Better than what mom used to make. Serve it with ketchup, mashed potatoes, and gravy.
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced (optional)
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 packages beef–flavor Gimme Lean Beef
1/4 cup oatmeal, dry
2 slices white bread, crumbled
3 Tbsp. ketchup
2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. pepper
Coating ingredients:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
• Sauté the onion and green pepper in the oil over medium heat until soft. Combine in a bowl with the ground beef alternative, oatmeal, bread, ketchup, garlic salt, and pepper. Thoroughly mix with a spoon or your hands.
• Press the mixture into an oiled loaf pan. Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, mix together the ingredients for the coating and set aside.
• Remove the loaf from the oven and turn it out onto a baking sheet. Spread the coating over the entire loaf. Cook, uncovered, for another 15 minutes.
Makes 6 servings
Creamy Chive Mashed Potatoes
Rich mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for most meals.
5 large potatoes, diced
1 cup liquid nondairy creamer (try Silk brand)
2 Tbsp. margarine
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
• Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes, place in a bowl with the remaining ingredients, and mix until smooth.
• Serve hot.
Brown Gravy
Tired of plain potatoes? Whip up a batch of this creamy gravy, and serve it with your mashed potatoes and biscuits.
2 Tbsp. (1/4 stick) margarine
1 medium-sized onion, diced
2 Tbsp. unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tsp. garlic salt
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 tsp. yeast extract
1-2 Tbsp. soy sauce or tamari
Pepper, to taste
• Heat the margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
• Sauté the onion for a few minutes, then add the flour and garlic salt and sauté for another 8 to 9 minutes.
Dissolve the cornstarch in the water or broth.
Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the onion mixture, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
• Strain the gravy into a separate saucepan and add the yeast extract, soy sauce or tamari, and pepper. Simmer for another minute or 2, stirring constantly. Keep warm.
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Makes 6 servings
Beef Stock>>>Mushroom Stock
Chicken stock>>>Veggie stock
Beef Tacos>>>Bean Burritos
Steak>>>Suted Mushrooms
Recpies:
Banana Muffins
These moist and delicious muffins will please even the pickiest of eaters.
3 ripe bananas
1/4 cup oil or melted margarine
1 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional—see other options listed below)
• Mash bananas (overripe ones make the best bread). Add oil/margarine and sugar. Mix well.
• Sift the flour, salt, and baking soda together and add to the banana mixture. Mix until the flour is blended (do not beat).
Pour into muffin pans or a bread pan and bake at 360°F until a toothpick comes out clean.
Optional: Add a handful of walnuts, oatmeal, raisins, chocolate chips, currants, coconut, or all of the above!
Makes 1 Dozen Muffins
Avocado Reuben
Give beef the boot and try our take on the classic reuben sandwich—made with creamy avocado and a tangy, easy-to-make Thousand Island dressing.
2 slices rye or pumpernickel bread
Mustard
Thousand Island dressing (recipe follows)
1/2 avocado, pitted, peeled, and mashed
1/4 cup sauerkraut
• Spread one slice of bread with some mustard, the other slice with Thousand Island dressing.
• Place the bread slices, dry side down, in a lightly oiled skillet. Top one slice with avocado, and the other with sauerkraut.
• Over medium heat, grill the sandwich until lightly browned and hot, about 5 minutes. Put the sandwich halves together and enjoy!
Makes 1 sandwich
Sumptuous Spinach Salad With Orange Sesame Dressing
1 bunch fresh spinach (about 6 cups of leaves)
1 red or yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1/4 to 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 orange, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
1 Tbsp. sesame seeds
2 Tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. orange juice concentrate
1 Tbsp. water
• Trim the spinach stems and carefully wash the leaves. Dry, then tear any large leaves into bite-size pieces. Place in a salad bowl along with the pepper, onion, and orange slices.
• Toast the sesame seeds in a 400°F toaster oven or regular oven for 10 minutes. Transfer to a blender and grind into a powder. Add the vinegar, orange juice concentrate, and water. Blend to mix. Pour over salad and toss just before serving.
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Mama's Mock Meatloaf
Better than what mom used to make. Serve it with ketchup, mashed potatoes, and gravy.
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced (optional)
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 packages beef–flavor Gimme Lean Beef
1/4 cup oatmeal, dry
2 slices white bread, crumbled
3 Tbsp. ketchup
2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. pepper
Coating ingredients:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
• Sauté the onion and green pepper in the oil over medium heat until soft. Combine in a bowl with the ground beef alternative, oatmeal, bread, ketchup, garlic salt, and pepper. Thoroughly mix with a spoon or your hands.
• Press the mixture into an oiled loaf pan. Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, mix together the ingredients for the coating and set aside.
• Remove the loaf from the oven and turn it out onto a baking sheet. Spread the coating over the entire loaf. Cook, uncovered, for another 15 minutes.
Makes 6 servings
Creamy Chive Mashed Potatoes
Rich mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for most meals.
5 large potatoes, diced
1 cup liquid nondairy creamer (try Silk brand)
2 Tbsp. margarine
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
• Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes, place in a bowl with the remaining ingredients, and mix until smooth.
• Serve hot.
Brown Gravy
Tired of plain potatoes? Whip up a batch of this creamy gravy, and serve it with your mashed potatoes and biscuits.
2 Tbsp. (1/4 stick) margarine
1 medium-sized onion, diced
2 Tbsp. unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tsp. garlic salt
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 tsp. yeast extract
1-2 Tbsp. soy sauce or tamari
Pepper, to taste
• Heat the margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
• Sauté the onion for a few minutes, then add the flour and garlic salt and sauté for another 8 to 9 minutes.
Dissolve the cornstarch in the water or broth.
Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the onion mixture, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
• Strain the gravy into a separate saucepan and add the yeast extract, soy sauce or tamari, and pepper. Simmer for another minute or 2, stirring constantly. Keep warm.
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Makes 6 servings
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