New Recipes Hints for losing weight

April 10, 2011 - New recipes will be posted during September 11, 2011

April 3, 2011

Savoury Split Pea Soup

Cream of Roasted Red Pepper Soup

April 2, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Dotenabe

Ume Su Pickles

April 1, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Teriyaki Sauce

Oshinko

March 31, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Soy Sauce Caramelized Japanese Radish (Daikon)

Faux-Rikake

March 30, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Shira-ae White Salad

Bamboo Shoot Sushi

March 29, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry

Gomashio

March 28, 2011- Japanese Vegan

Super Delicious Inari (Football Sushi!)

Tempeh Stew

March 27, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Avocado Sushi with Brown Rice

Carrot Kinpira

March 26, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Mount Fuji Trail Mix

Basic Sea Vegetable Broth

March 25, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Miso Vegetable Saute

Japanese Style Noodles

March 24, 2011 - Japanese vegan

Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls)

Vegetable Tempura

March 23, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Teriyaki Tofu Steaks with Soba Noodles

Dumpling Stew with Soba and Wakame

March 22, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Rice-Stuffed Tofu (Inari)

Simmered Aubergine (Eggplant) with Ginger Sauce (Nasu no Ohitashi)

March 21, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Miso Soup

Dashi - Japanese soup stock

March 20, 2011 - Japanese Vegan

Potato Korokke

Nasu Karashi Sumiso-Ae

March 11, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Algerian Vegetarian Stew

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley)

March 10, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Algerian Vegetarian Stew

RAISIN CINNAMON COUSCOUS

March 9, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Algerian Couscous

Algerian Carrots

March 8, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Algerian Green Beans with Almonds

Badendjal Chtetha, Eggplant Ratatouille

March 7, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Loubia b’Dersa - Algerian chili

Berkoukes - Pasta bullets with vegetarian sauce

March 6, 2011 - Algerian Vegan

Algerian Couscous

Loubia b'Dirsa, Algerian White Bean Stew

March 5, 2011 - Libyan Recipes

Sfenz (Libyan Hanukkah doughnuts)

Libyan Soup with Couscous

March 4, 2011 - Libyan Recipes

HARISSA - LIBYAN CHILLI PASTE

Roasted Mushrooms With Garlic

March 3, 2011 - Libyan Recipes

Ruzz Mhammas

Pomegranate Molasses

March 2, 2011 - Libyan Vegan

Tabahij

Cuscus bil-Khodra

March 1, 2011 - Libyan vegan

Safra - Traditional Libyan Semolina and Date Cake W/Syrup

Kara'a (Libyan Pumpkin Dip)

February 28, 2011 - Libyan vegan

Ruzz Mbauakhi

Hasaa Lawsa

February 27, 2011- Libyan Vegan

Salata Mashwia

Fool Mdashash

February 26, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

Kamut & Zaatar crackers

Batatas

February 25, 2011 - Jordanian vegan

Cauliflower from Jordan

Mujadara (Rice, Lentil, and Caramelized Onion Pilaf)

February 24, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

Fakr El-Din

Jordanian Stuffed Cabbage

February 23, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

MANSAF

Jordanian Tagine

February 22, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

Cabbage Soup from Jordan

Jordan Cake

February 21, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

Green Olive Dip (Maazat Zaytoon)

Spice Mix

February 20, 2011 - Jordanian Vegan

Baba G'noush (Jordanian)

Grilled Portabello Mushrooms

February 19, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Konafeh

Lkmt Alkady - Zalabia

February 18, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Moussaka

Egyptian Chocolate Cake

February 17, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Lentil and Rice Crispy Onions

Mahshy (Stuffed Eggplant with Rice)

February 16, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

LEMON AND GARLIC POTATO SALAD

SPINACH WITH DILL

February 15, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Fool Nabed - Fava Bean Soup

Bathingan Bel Khal Wel Thome

February 14, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Warah Enab - Egyptian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Foul Mudammas (Ful medames)

February 13, 2011 - Egyptian Vegan

Ta'miyya - Fava Bean Falafel

KOSHERI -- LENTILS AND RICE WITH A TANGY TOMATO SAUCE

February 12, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

Tunisian Beetroot Salad

Tunisian Yam and Red Bean Stew

February 11, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

Sweet Potato Stew

Bean and Chickpea Stew

February 10, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

CRISP ALMOND AND SESAME PASTRIES.

Tunisian Couscous with Fennel, Red Peppers and Garlic

February 9, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

Vegan Tunisian Cous-Cous Salad with Vegan Cumin-Pomegranate Molasses Dressing - Juicy as the fruits of summer

Tunisian Vegetable Ragout with Quinoa - Traditionally a stew like this would be served over couscous

February 8, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

Harissa

Maacouda With Potatoes

February 7, 2011 - Tunisian Vegan

Potato Turnovers

Spicy Vegetable Couscous

February 6, 2011 - Tunisian vegan

Tunisian Vegetable Stew - Serve on couscous or other grain.

Chickpea Soup (Tunisia)

February 5, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Yemiser We’t - Spicey Lentil Stew

Atar Allechha - Spiced Green pea puree

Niter Kebbeh - a base flavour for many Ethiopian dishes

February 4, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Ethiopian Sweet Potato Stew

Ethiopian Eggplant Stew

February 3, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Vegetable Alecha (Vegetable Soup)

Shro Wat

February 2, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Yemiser Selatta -- Ethiopian Lentil Salad With Shallots and Chili

Ethiopian Eggplant Salad

February 1, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Ethiopian Chickpea Wat

Ingera – Ethiopian Bread

January 31, 2011- Ethiopean Vegan

ETHIOPIAN GINGER VEGETABLES

Ta'miyya - Ethiopian Falafel

January 30, 2011 - Ethiopian Vegan

Berberé Stew (Ethiopian Lentil Stew)

Ethiopian Spicy Tomato Lentil Stew

January 29, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Turkish Green Bean Salad

Turkish Hummus

January 28, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Turkish Lima Beans

Iman Biyaldi

January 27, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Rahat El Halkum - Turkish Delight

Turkish Vegetables

January 26, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Choban Salatasi - Turkish "Shepherd's" Salad

Ajvar - Serve it as an appetizer to spread on thick slices of country-style white bread or flat pita bread, or use it as a side dish.

January 25, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Kirmizi Biber Yemegi - Red Pepper Dish

Semizotu Yemegi - Turkish Purslane Dish

January 24, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Mercimekli Patates Oturtma - Potato Casserole with Green Lentils

Turkish Lentil Soup

January 23, 2011 - Turkish Vegan

Malohta - Green Beans with Walnuts

Patlicanli Domates Dolmasi - Stuffed Tomatoes with Eggplant

January 22, 2011 - Smoothies

Green Energy Drink

Super Energy Smoothie

January 21, 2011 -Smoothies

Vegan High-Protein Chocolate Smoothie

Avocado Smoothie

January 20, 2011 - Smoothies

Pear Green Smoothie

Green Warrior Green Smoothie

January 19, 2011 - Smoothies

Breakfast Carob Smoothie

Grapefruit Breakfast Smoothie

January 18, 2011 - Smoothies

Basic Green Smoothie

Avocado Banana Smoothie

January 17, 2011 - Smoothies

Basic Smoothie - Add fresh fruit as desired

Manhattan Special - A treat from the Upper East Side

January 16, 2011 - Smoothies

Kale and Greens Smoothie

Berry Good Smoothie

January 15, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Butternut Squash Stew with Black Beans

Moussaka with Tofu

January 14, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Crock pot Barley Casserole

Crock pot Moroccan Lentil Stew

January 13, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Almond Milk

Almond Mushroom Dip

January 12, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

French Onion Soup

Vegetarian Chili Recipe

January 11, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Salsa Guacamole

Farfalle with Mushrooms and Spinach

January 10, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Vegetable Barley Soup

Lentil Spinach Soup

January 9, 2011 - Low Salt Recipes

Herb Salt Substitute

No Salt Barbeque Sauce

January 8, 2011 - Knockout Recipes

Risotto with Lentils - An easy and quick nutritious meal
Chestnut and Onion Soup - This warming chestnut soup is a good restorative on a cold winter evening.

January 7, 2011 - Knockout Recipes
Wild Rice stuffed into Roasted Squash
Healthy Walnut Chili - This Poblano Walnut Chili is a great way to enjoy chilli with walnuts.

January 6, 2011 - Knockout Recipes

Raspberry Tiramisu Cupcakes - Award winning vegan cupcakes

Baked Bananas - This an extremely easy dessert to make when there's no time for something more elaborate.

January 5, 2011 - Knockout Recipes

Nut Loaf - This has been a favourite at our family dinners and every year the family carnivores eat with high praise

Quinoa Kitchari - a delicious base for fresh vegetables.

January 4, 2011 - Knockout Recipes

Potatoes and Broad(Fava) Bean Puree

Crostini with Rocket(Arugula) and Balsamic Vinegar

January 3, 2010 - Knockout Recipes

Caesar dressing

Nutted wild rice salad with pecans and oranges

January 2, 2011 - Knockout Recipes

Tempeh and Rice Soup with Saffron, Lime, Jalapeno and Cilantro

Butternut Squash bisque with apple and toasted walnuts

January 1, 2011 - Happy New Year

Spicy Squash

Butternut Squash Stew with Tofu Coconut Milk & Almonds

December 31, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Baked Acorn Squash With Rice Raisin Nut Stuffing

December 30, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Smoothie for weight Loss

Blueberry & Brewers Yeast Smoothie

December 29, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Black Beans and Brown Rice

Tunisian Sweet Potato Stew

December 28, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Raw Vegan Dark Chocolate Cherry Balls

Molasses Ginger Cookies

December 27, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Garden Vegetable Brown Rice

Tomato Soup + Brewer’s Yeast

December 26, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Delicious Cabbage Soup

Almond Mayonnaise

December 25, 2010 - Seasonal Affective Disorder

Ginger-Agave Carrots

Acorn Squash Soup

December 24, 2010 - Gluten Free

Gluten-Free Gingersnaps and Star Cookies Recipe

December 23, 2010 - Gluten Free

Pasta with Broccoli

Green Lemonade

December 22, 2010 - Gluten Free

Tofu Scramble breakfast

Vegetarian Pad Thai (Gluten Free)

December 21, 2010 - Gluten free

Black Bean “Caviar”

Orange Pancakes

December 20, 2010 - Gluten Free

Lentil Spinach Stew or Soup

Vindaloo Vegetables

December 19, 2010 - Gluten Free

Baked Eggplant Stacks with Roasted-Tomato Sauce

African Peanut-Potato Stew

December 18, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Twelve-Bean Stew with Horseradish Cream

Ethiopian Style Chickpea Stew

December 17, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Vegan Maritime Patty

December 16, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Oatmeal, Walnut and Dried Apricot Cookies

Raw Zucchini and Carrot Lasagna with Almond "Ricotta"

December 15, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Artichoke, Mushroom and Leek Crostini with Pesto

Cheesy, Oozy Guacamole Bean Dip

December 14, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Stuffed Avocado - Perfect as a starter.

Thai Soup

December 13, 2010 - Detox & Weight Loss

Broccoli soup - 99% raw and delicious

Sauerkraut Salad

December 12, 2010 - Detox and Weight Loss

Detox and Veganism

Cream of Tomato Soup with fresh herbs

Carrot Yam Soup - carrots for antioxidants and vitamin A and Yams for Potassium.

December 11, 2010 - Christmas Cookie Recipes

Ginger Pumpkin Cookies

Chocolate Macaroon Top of Stove Cookies

December 10, 2010 - Christmas Cookie Recipes

Peanut Butter and Thumb Jelly Cookies

Sugar Cookies

December 9, 2010 - Christmas Cookie Recipes

Fruit Cookies (vegan and sugar free)

Maple Cookies

December 8, 2010 -Christmas Cookie Recipes

Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle

Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

December 7, 2010 - Christmas Cookie Recipes

Chocolate Chip Cookies (Raw)

Almond “Oatmeal Raisin” Cookies (Gluten free and no oatmeal)

December 6, 2010 - Christmas Holiday Cookies

COCONUT MACAROONS - A classic style Macaroon

Fudge - Old style fudge for the holidays

December 5, 2010 - Christmas Holiday Cookies

Almond Shortbread Crescents - New Year’s Day cookies, that are the perfect accompaniment to a glass of champagne

Crème-filled Chocolate Orange Cupcakes - Award winning vegan cupcakes

December 4, 2010 - Pet Recipe

Pasta Pooch Dog Food

December 3, 2010 - Pet Recipes

Tomato Bone Biscuits

Sunflower Dog Biscuits

December 2, 2010 - Pet Recipes

Veggie Bones

Low Protein Veggie Treats

December 1, 2010 - Pet Recipes

Rice Porridge Recipe

Low Protein Veggie Treats

November 30, 2010 - Pet Recipes

Dog Bones # 2

Dog Food with Oat Flakes

November 29, 2010 - Pet Recipes

Vegetable Stew

Veggie Vittles

November 28, 2010 - Pet Food Recipes

Healthy Dog Food #1

Doggie Biscuits #1

November 27, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Gamar al Deen(Apricot Pudding) - This is an exquisite Middle Eastern dessert. We recently enjoyed this dessert in Toronto at a local takeout called Ghazale.

Kashka Varnishkas - This eastern European favourite is made with buckwheat groats, or kasha, combined with bow~tie pasta, or farfalle

November 26, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Eggplant Steak Nicoise - Serve with sliced tomatoes for a light entree

Stuffed Bell Peppers - A delicious meal that can be prepared ahead of time

November 25, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Stir Fried Spinach Watercress and Kale - Delicious on a bed of Quinoa. Sprinkle with a few hemp hearts.

Spaghetti Squash Toss - Another hearty yet light dish

November 24, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Stir -Fried Vegetables - A light approach to vegetables for supper, served over rice or quinoa with chia seeds sprinkled on top

Stuffed Zucchini - A delicious tapas to start a meal

November 23, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Pumpkin Stew - If pumpkin is unavailable, use a winter squash such as acorn or butternut

Vegetable Curry - Hot, Hearty and Healthy

November 22, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Winter Ratatouille - Lots of Vitamin C for the winter blues

Spinach-stuffed Potatoes - A tasty snack to have mid afternoon to keep the “hunger wolves” from the door.

November 21, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Lentil Burgers - A filling burger with low fat and low salt

Vegetable Couscous with Hot Sauce - A spicy and nutritious meal

November 20, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

Gamar al Deen(Apricot Pudding) - This is an exquisite Middle Eastern dessert, robust enough for any Thanksgiving dinner

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes - Award winning vegan cupcakes

November 19, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

Fancy garlic mashed potatoes - full-flavoured potatoes are sophisticated enough for the holidays.

Spiced Garlic Almonds - Be careful as the nuts become golden very quickly

November 18, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

A Cider a Day Enlivens Autumn and Thanksgiving meal

Bread Stuffing with chestnuts

November 17, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

Wild Rice stuffed with Roasted Squash - Country Style Goodness. a nice Thanksgiving Dish

Tempeh and Wild Mushroom Fricassee - I enjoy this tempeh dish as it has a slight smokey taste from being grilled

November 16, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

Nut Loaf - This has been a favourite at our family dinners and every year the family carnivores eat with high praise

Baked beet & Sweet Potato fries with peppercorn Mayo - Oven baked root vegetables make colourful and flavourful French fries and add interest to the meal

November 15, 2010 - Thanksgiving recipes

Carrot-Parsnip Soup With Parsnip Chips - Winter root vegetables lend their complementary, slightly sweet flavours to this hearty bowl.

Chickpea and Winter Vegetable Stew

November 14, 2010 - Thanksgiving Recipes

Mashed Butternut Squash with Thyme - To sweeten this for children add apples

Pumpkin and Bean Soup - A warming winter soup that packs well for a winter picnic

November 13, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley) - The beauty of this dish is that it is very satisfying

Ethiopian Vegetable Stew - A tasty & exotic alternative to western recipes

November 12, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes
Raw & Awesome Avocado Burritos! - A filling, somewhat hearty, and totally tasty low fat, raw vegan version of a burrito!It's quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! This dish contains just about 400 calories.
Herbed Quinoa - A delicious dish that includes red and yellow vegetables to round out nutritional balance.

November 11, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes

Vegan Green Bean Casserole - It’s obviously great for Thanksgiving, but can be whipped together any night of the week.

Curried Chick Peas, Vegan Indian Recipe

November 10, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes
Black Bean Burgers - These black bean burgers were one of the most popular items.
Wild Rice stuffed with Roasted Squash - Country Style Goodness. a nice thanksgiving Dish

November 9, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes
Lentil and Vegetable Stew - This a healthy, oil reduced, easy to make and substantial meal for the Fall
Guacomole with Spirulina - This thick dip is great for parties and is appreciated even by carnivores!

November 8, 2010 - Weight Loss Recipes
Roasted or Baked Vegetables - an easy to cook and low in fat. Although don’t forget to include some olive oil in your diet as our body need fat to function.
Steamed Vegetables - This is the best way both nutritionally and weight wise to cook vegetables. All you need is a sauce to make it a meal

November 7, 2010 - Weight Loss recipes

Onion/Leek Soup - This soup can be used to detox anytime during day.

Almond butter, Banana Oatmeal - A hearty breakfast that will satisfy a person easily until noon.

November 6, 2010

Creamy Pasta With Roasted Zucchini, Almonds and Basil - A hearty pasta that warms body and soul.

Penne With Shell Beans and Tomatoes - This is a very comforting pasta. I like to use large shells or tubes, which catch the beans and sauce

November 5, 2010

Pasta Salad with Charbroiled Bell Peppers - A light pasta salad with enough substance for a Fall evening meal

Pasta Shapes with Pumpkin Sauce - A delightful Thanksgiving weekend meal

November 4, 2010

Pasta all’Arrabbiata - Another classic pasta recipe that can be adapted many different ways

Mushroom Pasta with Port - a substantial pasta that goes well with a full bodied red wine

November 3, 2010

Broccoli & Chilli Pasta - An alkaline pasta with a little added heat from the chiles

Garlic Spaghetti - A classic pasta that never ceases to satisfy

November 2, 2010

Pasta With Caramelized Onion, Swiss Chard and Garlicky Bread Crumbs - A lively pasta dish that has an amazing aftertaste.

Asparagus Pesto - Especially nice with pasta and grilled tempeh

November 1, 2010

Calzone - Although not pasta, Calzone are simply pizzas with the topping on the inside. This mixed vegetable filling is delicious and very interchangeable with other ingredients.

Pasta With Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale Pesto - A substantial pasta for a winter’s evening.

October 31, 2010

Pasta with Tomatoes and Arugula - This pasta relies upon its success on the salad green, arugula. The hot, pepppery taste adds a surprising final touch.

Pasta with Tomato Sauce - This cooked tomato sauce is a classic - it goes well with any pasta.

October 30, 2010

Bean, Corn and Squash Stew - In this excellent version of the traditional Chilean stew porotos granados, chef Alex Aguilera uses kidney beans in place of the customary cranberry beans, then folds in fresh basil and a swirl of paprika oil.

Ratatouille - A wonderful casserole of vegetables that can be served hot or cold as an appetizer, main course or a side.

October 29, 2010

Baked Beet and Sweet Potato Fries with Peppercorn Mayo - Oven baked root vegetables that make a lovely side dish or appetizer

Roasted Broccoli with Cipollini Onions - Succulent Taste

October 27, 2010

Golden Vegetable Paella - A low-fat rendition of the classic dish

ROAST PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS WITH CHESTNUT STUFFING with Red Wine Sauce - Look for the largest juiciest-looking portobellos for this dish

October 26, 2010

Spicey Cashew Cheese - A great dip

Gravy Substitute - Savoury gravy for vegan dishes

October 25, 2010

Strawberries in Balsamic Vinegar - a delicious treat at the end of a heavy winter meal.

Crunchy Cookies - A quick and easy treat

October 24, 2010

Mango Golden sauce - This sauce is great due to the gorgeous golden orange colour and fresh mango flavour

Yellow Pepper Puree - This smooth puree of sweet yellow bell peppers is especially good with grilled or steamed vegetables

October 23, 2010

Tempeh Cacciatore - Enjoy the tender stewed vegetables and pappardelle that went with it. If pappardelle, a wide ribbon pasta, is unavailable, use fettuccine instead.

Kashka Varnishkas - This eastern European favourite is made with buckwheat groats, or kasha, combined with bow~tie pasta, or farfalle.

October 22, 2010

Drunken Noodles - A spicy Thai dish that may be a cure for hangover. The distinctive, licorice-like flavor of fresh Thai basil (available at Asian markets) is essential.

Black Beans, Cuban Style - This spicy bean dish is sometimes called "Moors and Christians" when served with white rice. It's also quite tasty served over cornbread.

October 21, 2010

Three Bean Dal - By using a combination of canned beans and dried split peas, I manage to achieve that creamy, slow-cooked flavour in a fraction of the time.

Lentils and rice with caramelized onions, middle eastern style - makes a well-balanced meal when accompanied by a green vegetable or salad.

October 20, 2010

Pasta Puttanesca - The name of this piquant pasta sauce means streetwalker style, supposedly because ladles of the evening often prepared it at the end of a long night's work.

Greamolata - Greamolata is a flavourful garnish made with lemon, garlic, and parsley. It can be used to enhance certain stews, pastas, and sauteed dishes.

October 19, 2010

White Bean Cassoulet - an adaptation of a French country classic features white beans, an important component of the original made with meat. By using canned beans, it can be ready within an hour from start to finish.

Sweet Potato and Red Bean Curry - Vibrant in colour and flavour, this curry is delicious served over freshly cooked basmati rice

October 18, 2010

Stuffed Eggplant with Walnut Sauce, Turkish Style - This dish may be prepared ahead of time, with the final baking done just before you're ready to serve it.

Lasagna Primavera - Layers of chewy noodles and a tempeh-vegetable filling are blanketed with a creamy vegan white sauce topped with garlicky fresh bread crumbs.

October 17, 2010

Carrots and Kale with a Balsamic glaze - This glaze gives the carrots and kale a nice lift.

Butternut Squash & Mushroom Lasagna - Flavourful mushrooms, butternut squash, and pecans make this out-of-the-ordinary lasagna

October 16, 2010

Watermelon Semifreddo - This is a dessert typical of Palermo, the capital of Sicily. It falls somewhere between an egg less custard and ice cream.

Baked Bananas - This an extremely easy dessert to make when there's no time for something more elaborate.

October 15, 2010

Stuffed Artichokes, Roman Style - LIke many Italian vegetable dishes, this can be served as antipasto, or, cut into pieces, as a side dish or part of a mixed vegetable antipasto, serve them warm or at room temperature

Stuffed Escarole (a type of endive) - Believe it or not, these are often made as the filling of a covered pizza.

October 14, 2010

The Monks Spinach - This recipe owes its name to its poor and humble ingredients.

Artichokes, Jewish Style - This is an extraordinary and excellent way to prepare artichokes

October 13, 2010

Potato Puree - A non dairy alternative for a favourite comfort food New

Risotto with Lentils - An easy and quick nutritious meal New

October 12, 2010

Mushroom Risotta - Full of flavour and nutrition from the mixture of wild mushrooms New

Fava Bean Soup - A tasty and hearty Fall soup New

October 11, 2010

Squash and Water Chestnut Risotto - This is a rich and nutritious winter meal New We had this along with Quinoa Kitchari and Healthy Walnut Chilli for our Canadian Thanksgiving Dinner. It was amazing. Good food, Good friends, Good family and a bit of wine. A nice time.

Rice, Potato and Bean Soup - A hearty Fall Soup New

October 10, 2010

ITALIAN LENTIL SOUP - Lentils are very commonly used in Italian kitchens, for they are highly nutritious. New

Minestrone Soup - Minestrone is the ultimate soup, as it combines many vegetables to create a hearty and nutritious supper meal New

October 9, 2010

La Panzanella - a delicious low cost meal, easy and quick to make New

Ricca Salad - a luxurious Salad New

October 8, 2010

TOASTED POLENTA - Polenta crostini can be toasted over a charcoal fire, and served as part of a platter of Grilled vegetables. New

Vegetable Stock - A useful necessity for the vegan pantry New

October 7, 2010

ICED SORREL SOUP - This is a beautiful springtime soup made pleasantly astringent by the lemon-flavored herb. New

BEET SALAD - A nice salad with a winter meal New

October 6, 2010

Potato Fritters with Onion & Tomato Relish - A delicious side dish - New

MELON AND NECTARINE SOUP - Freshly chopped mint emphasizes the delicately scented flavour of the melon and nectarines - New

October 5, 2010 -

Bean and Vegetable Soup with Pistou - This is a beautiful, classic soup from the Mediterranean area of Provence. New

Warmed Steamed Sweet Corn Salad - A nice appetizer, light and perfect to compliment a hearty full course meal New

October 4, 2010

Chickpeas and Pepper Salad - For variety you may want to replace the tarragon with flat leaf parsley or basil leaves New

Vegetable terrine with vinaigrette - Nutritious and hearty - New

October 3, 2010

Rice with Lentils - A nutrient filled and balance dish served with a salad and cauliflower or broccoli New

GONFIT D'OIGNON - This sweet, jelly-like condiment may be used when needed as a convenient and jazzy accompaniment, or simply as a spread for sandwiches, breads, and hors d'oeuvres - New

October 2, 2010

Potato Gnocchi with Walnut Pesto - a delicious, hearty and quick meal - New

Baked Leeks with Fennel and Potatoes - A fantastic side dish for a nut loaf New

October 1, 2010

Brussels Sprouts and Chestnuts with Thyme - This tasty dish served with brown rice and a hearty salad makes healthy and delicious New

La Crique - a classic potato dish from Ardeche, France, a variation on a type of coarse potato pancake found in most parts of Europe. - New

September 30, 2010

Beans with Tomatoes - Sage makes a successful alternative to basil in winter when fresh basil is unavailable - New

Chestnut and Onion Soup - This warming chestnut soup is a good restorative on a cold winter evening. New

September 29, 2010

French Beans in a Scarlet Coat - In this Provencal recipe green beans are cooked with a thick tomato and herb sauce. This dish can be eaten hot although it is very good served cold as a salad accompanying a main course or as part of an hors-d'oeuvre. New

Chickpea puree with Tomatoes - This could follow a hearty soup or with bread and a hummus spread could be a meal in itself - New

September 28, 2010

Chickpeas with Onions - Sauteing the onions in a little olive oil makes the salad even tastier. New

Kidney Bean Risotto - A warming and nutritious meal for winter New

September 27, 2010

Green Beans with Tomatoes - A summer-time favourite New

Sweet & Spicy Baked Tempeh - A delicious way to enjoy Tempeh New

September 26, 2010

Lentils with Saffron - The Saffron gives an elegant and satisfying taste New

Spicy Lentils with Tomatoes - A quick and warming meal for a Fall evening New