Is Vegan Seafood the Next Plant-Based Meat?

Source: Christine Ro, bbc.com, June 10, 2020 Since Seafood allergy’s are common, this provides space in the market for simulated.  Seaweed-wrapped deep-fried tofu, served in newspaper. Marinated aubergine slices pressed over rice. Chunks of legume protein coated in oil and herbs. These products are intended to mimic various fish dishes – fish and chips, unagi,… Continue reading Is Vegan Seafood the Next Plant-Based Meat?

Spiced Date Nut Energy Squares

Ingredients: 12 large, pitted Medjool dates 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped walnuts 1/4 cup (60 mL) coarsely chopped raw almonds 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped dried mango 1/2 cup (125 mL) unsweetened, medium-flaked coconut 1/4 cup (60 mL) agave or brown rice syrup 1 tsp (5 mL) cinnamon 1/4 tsp (1 mL) nutmeg Directions:… Continue reading Spiced Date Nut Energy Squares

Mulled Cranberry Apple Rooibos Tea

Ingredients: 2 cups (500 mL) unsweetened cranberry juice 2 cups (500 mL) apple cider or apple juice 1 cup (250 mL) fresh or frozen cranberries 1 cinnamon stick 1 star anise 2 whole cloves 2 thick strips orange peel 4 rooibos tea bags Directions: In large pot, add juice, cider, cranberries, cinnamon, star anise, cloves,… Continue reading Mulled Cranberry Apple Rooibos Tea

1-BOWL CARROT APPLE MUFFINS (VEGAN + GF)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 flax eggs 1/4 cup olive oil 1/3 cup mashed very ripe banana 1/4 cup agave nectar or maple syrup (or honey if not vegan) 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce or 1 sweet apple, finely grated 1/2 cup brown sugar (or sub muscavado) 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp ground… Continue reading 1-BOWL CARROT APPLE MUFFINS (VEGAN + GF)

Asparagus with Cranberries and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup pine nuts 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1 pinch salt   Directions: Break off or trim the woody ends from the asparagus and discard. Set the spears aside. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the pine nuts, cranberries, and salt.… Continue reading Asparagus with Cranberries and Pine Nuts

Slow-Cooker Curried Vegetable and Chickpea Stew

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 medium red or yellow potatoes, diced 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated (about 1 tablespoon) 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional 2 cups vegetable broth 2 (15.5-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained… Continue reading Slow-Cooker Curried Vegetable and Chickpea Stew