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Vegetarian Vegan Haggis Recipe from Scottish Cookbook

2012-01-25T03:33:00.000-08:00

Scottish Vegetarian Vegan Scots Haggis Recipe - Vegan Cookbook

OK found it! Vegan Scottish Haggis recipe from Scotland's legendary Award winning Vegan Guest house Taigh Na Mara on the shores of Lochbroom nr Ullapool and Tony Weston (Remember him?) Happy Burns Night / Day

Vegan Main Course Recipes - Vegetarian/Vegan HAGGIS
Wee Scottish beastie, and mashed root vegetables - Main
The Haggis is a traditional Scottish game played as part of a dinner ceremony most usually on St Andrews Day, at New Year, on Burn's Night (25th January) or whenever there are tourists about. Burn's night celebrates the birthday of the man who wrote "should auld acquaintance be forgot" and other famous Scottish ditties.
Haggis is actually a pudding but served for main course in keeping with other confusing Scottish traditions like a wee dram meaning a very large whisky or "fine day" meaning it's only rained 5 times since breakfast. One of the main ingredients of Haggis is oats so it's easy to make a vegan version and there were about 5 different ones available last time we counted. There's even a tinned one (without legs) that's exported all over the world. The nearest thing to it is something like nut/meatloaf or faggots but lighter and fluffier because it is usually boiled.
If they don't sell the little fellows in your part of the world try this recipe.
Serves 4
Ingredients
4 potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 swede turnip, peeled, very finely chopped (or squash)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh root ginger
125 g (4 oz) porridge oats
50 g (2 oz) coconut oil
1 Onion, chopped
4 mushrooms, chopped
1 carrot, scrubbed and finely chopped.
200 g (7 oz) cooked kidney beans, chopped
3 teaspoons yeast extract
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 teaspoon chopped sage
2 tablespoons rapeseed oil
50 g (2 oz) walnuts, chopped
½ teaspoon powdered nutmeg
2 tablespoons Lime juice
1 tablespoon whiskey or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce
For the mash
2 tablespoons vegan margarine (free from hydrogenated oils)
1 tablespoon soya cream
salt and pepper
½ teaspoon chopped rosemary
Method
1. In a large saucepan bring the potatoes to the boil in water and simmer for 30 minutes until soft.
2. In another saucepan of boiling water simmer all but 125 g (4 oz) of the swede with the fresh root ginger for 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile in a large non-stick frying pan gently toast the oats in 25 g (1 oz) of the coconut oil until golden brown about 2 minutes. Take care to keep stirring to avoid them burning. Put to one side in a dish.
4. Now gently fry the onions, 125 g (4 oz) of the Swede, mushrooms and carrots in the remaining coconut oil for about 10 minutes until the turnips are starting to get soft. Add in the chopped kidney beans and stir until hot.
5. In a large bowl mix up the fried vegetables with the oats and remaining spices, juices, oil and walnuts.
6. Divide mixture into 4 oven proof ramekins, cover each dish with foil and place in a deep sided roasting tray half filled with boiling water in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) Gas Mark 4 and broil for 30 minutes.
To serve: Reheat drain and mash the swede and fresh root ginger with the 1 tablespoon of the margarine, salt and pepper. Reheat drain and mash the potatoes with the soya cream, 1 tablespoon of margarine and rosemary. Tip out the wee beastie from the ramekin onto each plate with a few spoonfuls each of the mash potato and swede.
Garnish: With Bagpipe music, a Robert Burns poem or song and a wee dram (a rather large glass) of whisky.

Vegan Selkirk Grace

Some hae meat and canna eat
an Some wud eat that want it
But we're replete and eat nae meat
An sae the lord be thankit

With apologies to descendants of Robert 'Rabbie' Burns by Capt James Tea Cook ex Taigh Na Mara, Lochbroom, Nr Ullapool
see also Macsweens Haggis - Stahley's Haggis

Double chocolate torte with a fresh almond whip- Britain's Best Dish - ITV

2011-04-26T05:22:00.000-07:00

Amazing Raw Healthy Chocolate Tart Cheesecake pudding

Double chocolate torte with a fresh almond whip- Britain's Best Dish - ITV: "

Chef: Jessica Fenton
Dish type: pudding
Servings: 8
Difficulty: more difficult
Prep time: 2 hours+
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Suitable for freezing: yes

Ingredients
Base

* 50g raw coconut butter
* 50g raw almonds
* 50g raw walnuts
* 135g dates, stoned and chopped into 3 pieces
* 90g buckwheat groats (soaked, sprouted and dehydrated)
* A pinch of Himalayan pink rock salt

Chocolate truffles

* 30g raw cacao butter, melted
* 20g raw coconut butter, melted
* 30g raw cacao powder
* 45g/45ml raw agave syrup
* A pinch of Himalayan pink rock salt
* 2 vanilla pods

Torte filling

* 250g raw cashew nuts (soaked for 4 hours)
* 140g raw cacao butter, plus extra for sprinkling
* 50g raw coconut butter
* 500ml mineral water
* A few drops of food grade orange essential oil
* 155g avocado, peeled and stoned
* A pinch of Himalayan pink rock salt
* 130g raw cacao powder, plus extra for sprinkling
* 340g date syrup
* A few pinches of xylitol crystals, for sprinkling on top

Chocolate icing

* 30g raw cacao butter, melted
* 35g raw coconut butter, melted
* 30g raw cacao powder
* 60g raw agave syrup
* A pinch of Himalayan pink rock salt
* A few drops of food grade orange essential oil

Almond whip

* 80g raw almonds (soaked for 4 hours and skins peeled off)
* ½ tsp white miso
* 42g raw agave syrup
* 100ml mineral water
* 20g raw coconut butter, softened

To garnish

* A handful of organic blueberries

Method
Base

1. Melt the coconut butter in a bain Marie.
2. Add the nuts, dates and butter to a food processor and process for a few minutes.
3. Add the dehydrated buckwheat groats and salt and process for a few seconds.
4. Press firmly into the bottom of a spring form pan. Cover with foil and place in the freezer for 10 minutes.

Truffles

1. Melt the butters in a bain marie. Add all the other ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Spoon into silicon chocolate moulds and set in the freezer.

Torte filling

1. Soak the cashew nuts for 4 hours and discard the soak water.
2. Melt the butters gently in a bain Marie.
3. Add the cashews, mineral water, orange oil, avocado and salt to the food processor and process until smooth.
4. Add the cacao powder and date syrup and process.
5. Add the melted butters and process.
6. Spoon into the spring form tin over the base.

Chocolate icing and assembly

1. Melt the butters gently in a bain Marie. Add all the other ingredients to the bowl and hand whisk until smooth.
2. Pour over the torte and smooth over using the back of a spoon or a spatula.
3. Arrange the truffles on top, sprinkle with raw cacao powder, chopped cacao butter and xylitol crystals, cover with foil and set in the freezer.

Fresh almond whip

1. Soak the almonds for 4 hours.
2. Discard the soak water and peel the soaked almonds.
3. Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend thoroughly until smooth and creamy.

To serve

Serve a generous slice of chocolate torte topped with the chocolate truffles in the centre of the plate next to a dollop of fresh almond whip. Garnish with a few organic blueberries. Lightly dust the plate with raw cacao powder and xylitol crystals.

Quinoa Pilaf

2011-04-16T06:32:00.000-07:00

YouTube - DelectablePlanet's Channel:

Quinoa Pilaf - Healthy alternative to rice/ cous cous

Healthy Spring Wakame Salad

2011-04-07T05:56:00.000-07:00

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site / Alexandra Jamieson:

How about a nice healthy Salad on this approaching Spring Summer Weekend?

Pressed Salad with Wakame

Makes 8 servings

1 ounce dried wakame seaweed
4 cups napa cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, de-seeded, and sliced thinly
1 cup thinly sliced daikon or red radishes
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 cups grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
1 medium sweet-tart apple, cored and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon umeboshi vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1. To prepare the wakame, rinse under cold running water for 30 seconds. Place in a bowl and cover with cold water; soak for 10 minutes. Squeeze dry and trim away any spines if the pieces are whole. Slice into thin strips.
2. Combine wakame, vegetables, and apple in a large stainless steel or glass mixing bowl. Sprinkle the salt on top and toss well to evenly distribute the salt.
3. Place an inverted dinner plate smaller than the bowl opening on top of the vegetables in the bowl and press down. Place something heavy (such as a few large cans of beans or tomatoes, or a gallon jug of water) on the plate to weigh down.
4. Leave the bowl at room temperature, away from sunlight or a heat source, for 2 hours. Remove the plate, drain any pooled liquid from the bowl, and squeeze out any excess liquid from the vegetables.
5. Taste the vegetables. If they’re too salty for your taste, rinse them lightly with cool water and pat them dry with clean kitchen towels. Toss with vinegar and serve.

Note: Wakame is a sea vegetable that you can find dried in packages in health food stores or Asian markets. Rich in iron, calcium, and other trace elements, wakame is delicious in marinated salads.

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Monster Red Nose Day pizza recipe

2011-03-18T02:59:00.000-07:00

Monster Red Nose pizza recipe - Netmums:

Here's the recipe for the
Red Nose Day Monster Red Nose Pizza
We've tweaked the recipe (developed by Gordon Ramsay to raise money for Comic Relief) and the artery clogging ingredients to make it a bit more suitable for optimum health.

The recipe is modelled on Honkus, one of the new range of three monster Noses on sale this year.

Recipe:

* 4 round wholemeal pitta bread to use as pizza bases
* 1 jar of tomato & roast vegetable sauce eg pasta sauce, mexican dips etc
* 6 cherry tomatoes
* 1 yellow pepper, deseeded
* Carrot sticks
* 1 pack of dairy free melting 'Cheese' - Redwoods, vegusto, Daiya
* 8 pitted black olives

Preheat the oven to 240°C (or 220°C for fan assisted oven) or Gas Mark 7.

Cut 8 slices of dairy free 'cheese' for the eyes, grate up the rest and scatter over the pita bread. Spread thinly with tomato sauce to cover the dairy free cheese.

Slice off the top third of the pepper (about 3cm wide) and cut out triangles for the teeth. Use thin cut carrot sticks to place it across the centre for the mouth, then arrange the 'teeth'.

Decorate each pizza with 2 slices of vegan cheese and an olive on top to make the eyes. Use a cherry tomato for the red nose's red nose. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and the edges are crisp.

serve your red nose day monster nose pizza with a red nose day salad with lots of your favourite green bits and some cherry tomato red noses.

Have a great Red Nose Day!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Makes: 4 mini pizzas (or 2 large pizzas)

Recipe for One Healthier World

2011-03-09T09:12:00.000-08:00

I will eat a sustainable healthy plantarian, pure vegetarian, vegan diet:

A recipe for world sustainability and Health - one day at a time

World Vegan Day - Vegan News

Top 10 Vegan CookBooks Vegan Recipes

2011-02-11T05:06:00.000-08:00

Top Ten Vegan Cookbooks - Vegan Recipes, Vegan Cookbook

Interestingly even in the Amazon UK top 10 ' vegan cookbook ' charts the list is mainly American recipe books from the USA. The Complete Book of Vegan Cooking a UK vegan diet recipe book doesn't make it in until number 6 although the same authors, Tony (cook) and Yvonne (nutritionist) Bishop-Weston have another vegan cookbook, The Vegan Cookbook, that currently sneaks in at number 10 despite being out of print.

Tony Bishop-Weston's original legendary hardback Scottish Vegan cookbook, Rainbows and Wellies from over 15 years ago in 1995 , can still be picked up for around £15 on Amazon.

Many of the vegan diet books in the vegan top ten are dedicated to vegan baking recipes as it seems vegans are obsessed with cup cakes and it's spuriously perceived that cakes are the hardest to create.

In fact, as the British Complete Book of Vegan Cooking reveals, vegan cakes and baking is as easy as just leaving out the eggs and adding in a bit of soya milk or rice milk. As long as you have a good balance of protein, fat and sugar and something to emulsify the mix such as cocoa, lemon, vinegar or coffee it's hard to go wrong.

The Ubiquitous Isa Chandra Moskowitz rules the roost in the Vegan diet cook book world with titles such as Vegan cupcakes take over the world and veganomicon, Vegetarian Rose Elliot (the thinking man's Deliah Smith) still gets in the Vegan bestseller list despite her vegetarian status. Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin with their Skinny Bitch vegan books and Alicia Silverstone with her Kind of Diet have also become vegan diet favourites

New kid on the block in the UK is Yotam Ottolenghi who wrote a vegetarian series in the Observer - not even a vegetarian let a lone a vegan no -one is more surprised than he - Ottolenghi's books have fantastic photography that only The Complete Book of Vegan Cooking comes anything close to - it's clear he loves real food and has an appreciation of vegetables but if it's a vegan chocolate cake or lemon vegan cupcake you are looking for you are going to be sadly disappointed.

Due to her feature on The Oprah Winfrey Show Kathy Freston's book the Veganist has made it into the Amazon bestsellers list, an amazing achievement for a vegan cookbook, but if the guidance on Oprah's website is anything to go by it's more of a 'menu out of a packet' book than a vegan recipe book - I guess that's what most people want. Quick and easy instant vegan meals rather than true recipes and actual cooking.

None-the-less a vegan cookbook in the current Amazon bestsellers list is an amazing achievement, metered only by the fact that Donald Rumsfield book is at Number 1, so what does that say?

World's Most Filling Vegan Dish? Lentil and Eggplant Chile Mole with Cornbread - Health Blog - CBS News

2011-01-20T02:35:00.000-08:00

World's Most Filling Vegan Dish? Lentil and Eggplant Chile Mole with Cornbread - Health Blog - CBS News:

To make this a low fat Plantarian recipe * substitute the oil and sugar in the cornbread for apple puree and use some of the broth to saute instead of the oil and add in a handful of chopped olives or some pistachios

Lentil And Eggplant Chili Mole

Makes 6 servings
Active cooking time: 15 minutes
Total cooking time: 1 hour

Eggplant and lentils make for a 'beefy' chili that warms you to the core on a cold winter's night. If a little cocoa powder in chili is new to you, don't take my word for its deliciousness. Mexico has been rocking chocolate chili for thousands of years. I prefer plain old green lentils for this dish. They're easy to find and their mellow flavor works well with all the strong flavors of this recipe. Serve with Fresh Corn and Scallion Cornbread (see below), over rice or over a baked sweet potato.

Tip: For spicier chili, add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes when you add the garlic.

Nutrition tip: Lentils are amazingly nutritious little beans (no wonder those vegetarian cookbooks from 70's seem to be all lentil dishes). One half-cup cooked lentils has 9 grams protein, 3.2 grams iron, 179 micrograms folate, and 8 grams of fiber. They're also incredibly affordable - that half cup would cost you around 25 cents. Next time someone tells you it's expensive to eat vegan, tell them 'lentils.'

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds eggplant, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
* 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced medium
1 red pepper, diced medium
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon mild chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup green lentils, washed
4 cups vegetable broth
1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons agave nectar or maple syrup
Cilantro for garnish (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat a 4-quart soup pot over medium high heat. Saute onions and bell pepper in oil until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and saute for another minute, using cooking spray or a splash of water if it's sticking. Mix in chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt and cinnamon. Add 1/2 cup of the vegetable broth and the cocoa powder; cook for about 1 more minute, while stirring, to dissolve the cocoa.

Add lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes and eggplant. Cover pot and bring to a boil, keeping a close eye. Once it's boiling, lower heat to a simmer and cook for about 40 minutes, until lentils are tender and eggplant is soft. Mix in agave. Taste for salt and seasoning.

Let sit for 10 minutes or so for maximum flavor. Serve garnished with cilantro if you like.

NUTRITION

Calories: 220
Calories from fat: 20
Total fat: 2 g
Sat fat: 0 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Total Carbohydrates: 39 g
Fiber: 18 g
Sugars: 10 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 800 mg

Fresh Corn & Scallion Cornbread

Serves 8

INGREDIENTS

1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup wholemeal flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
*2 tablespoons canola oil
*2 tablespoons sugar
1 cups soymilk
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup frozen corn
1 cup scallion, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350, line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper or spray the bottom lightly with non-stick cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the soymilk and vinegar. Set aside.

In a large bowl, sift together the dry ingredients (cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt).

Add the oil and maple syrup to the soymilk mixture. Whisk until it is foamy and bubbly, about 2 minutes.

Pour the wet ingredient into the dry and mix together using a large wooden spoon or a firm spatula. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Slice into squares and serve warm or store in an airtight container.

NUTRITION

Calories: 160
Calories from fat: 140
Total fat: 4.5 g
Saturated fat: 0 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 80 mg

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Isa Chandra Moskowitz, author of 'Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast & Filling Low-Fat Recipes.' Reprinted courtesy Da Capo Lifelong Books.

Scottish Broth Goes Med

2011-01-20T02:10:00.000-08:00

Vegan food is a celebration of produce, as is this stew.

Larry Crowe / AP

After years in brown rice limbo, vegan gets hot - Food - MiamiHerald.com:

Nice twist on traditional Scots broth without the Ox's tail and with Sicilian Olives to Mediterranean-ise it.

To make this recipe Plantarian use some of the broth instead of the olive oil to saute the onions and garlic, keep the lid on the pan to trap in the flavour and nutrients. Cook on a lower heat

Mediterranean Barley Vegetable Stew

Start to finish: 1 hour

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 shallots, finely chopped

2 medium yellow onions, diced

28-ounce can chopped tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted

4 cups (1 quart) vegetable broth

2 sprigs fresh rosemary, minced

1 1/2 cups pearl barley

12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and cut into strips

5 ounces fresh baby spinach

1/2 cup castelvetrano olives, pitted and sliced

Salt and ground pepper, to taste

In a large saucepan over medium heat, place the olive oil. Add the garlic, shallots and onions and saute until soft and translucent, about 6 to 7 minutes.

Add the tomatoes, broth, rosemary and barley, then bring to a simmer. Cover and continue to cook until the barley is tender, about 50 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Stir in the roasted peppers, spinach, olives and 1 cup of water. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 6 servings.

Per serving: 338 calories, 73 calories from fat (22 percent of total calories), 8 g fat (1 g saturated, 0 trans fats) 0 cholesterol, 61 g carbohydrate, 9 g protein, 12 g fiber, 947 mg sodium.

Avocado Recipes | California Avocado Commission

2010-09-17T05:15:00.000-07:00

Avocado Recipes | California Avocado Commission:

If you just change the Chicken stock for Vegetable stock (lord knows why they didn't think of that!!) the this recipe is not only delicious and nutritious but Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan, kosher a true suitable for everyone dish.

Toasted Quinoa & Avocado Salad

Ingredients

¾ oz. canola oil
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup onion, finely dice
1 Tbsp.garlic, minced
1 tsp.Mexican oregano, crumbled
1 ¼ cups chicken stock
½ tsp.salt
pepper to taste

Avocado Salad

1 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
2 cups tomato, seeded and diced
1 cup tepary beans, cooked
½ cup red onion, small dice, rinsed
1 Tbsp.mint, chopped
1 Tbsp.jalapeños, chopped
2 Tbsp.cilantro, chopped
1 ½ Tbsp.lime juice
2 cups avocado, 1/2" dice
24 pieces Belgium endive leaves

Instructions

Heat the canola oil in a saucepot. Add the quinoa and toast, stirring constantly, until golden brown.
Add the onions, garlic, and oregano, and stir until aromatic.
Add the stock and bring to a simmer.
Add salt and adjust the seasonings with pepper. Cover tightly and cook for 20 minutes, or until tender.
Place on a sheet pan to cool. Once cool, place the quinoa in a bowl and fold in the cucumbers, tomatoes, cooked beans, onions, mint, jalapeños, and cilantro.
Season with lime. Gently fold in the avocado.

Yields: 2 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables and Beans per Serving . Color Group(s): Green, White, Red

Prep Time: Assumes cooking quinoa while cutting vegetables Cook Time: Assumes tossing together

Serving Suggestions:
To serve: Place 1 heaping tablespoon in an endive leaf.

Note: Any kind of bean or legume can be substituted for the tepary beans.

Recipe developed by The Culinary Institute of America as an industry service for Produce for Better Health Foundation. Recipes are based on concepts developed by chefs attending Produce First!

All PBH endorsed recipes meet nutrition standards that maintain fruits and vegetables as healthy foods. Optional ingredients such as salt and pepper listed “as desired” are not included in nutritional analysis.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

vegan and vegetarian wines

2010-05-31T14:45:00.000-07:00

vegetarian wines you'll actually enjoy - Times Online

'(Vegetarian wine) has been helped by the use of a new fining agent' gushes Jane MacQuitty on Times online.

Not really dah-ling Bulgaria has been using it for simply ages, and the plebs who love home brew. The best Wine kits rarely use anything else.

She continues - 'a special, ultra-efficient clay called bentonite, which is both vegetarian and vegan-approved. Previously, to create clear, star-bright stable wines, producers often fined and filtered their wines with whatever they had to hand, including dried ox blood powder, isinglass (made from fish bladders), gelatine, casein (the protein found in milk) and egg whites. Today, for health reasons, fining ingredients such as these are used less and less. Good ordinary wines are fined earlier and more rigorously than expensive wines, which is why bentonite is such a godsend for cheap reds and whites. Fancier reds and whites spend more time in the cellar and the numerous barrel rackings ensure that only minute traces of egg white, say, is present in the finished wine. For vegans, and some vegetarians, this trace is unacceptable and, again, bentonite fining leaves no detectable particles in the wine.'

It's good she's finally noticed and getting the word out there, I've lost count of the number of wine merchants who have no clue how their wine is clarified, but this is actually all very old news despite the lack of common knowledge.

Most of the main supermarkets now have a symbol for vegetarian and vegan wines. Co-op have for many years now included a full list of ingredients on their wines that includes sulphites and clearing agents such as isinglas, in addition to a vegetarian or vegan rating on the label.

1999 Only retailer to label the ingredients in wine, despite the fact that the move is technically illegal.

It's OK for vegans to eat oysters.

2010-04-08T08:16:00.000-07:00

It's OK for vegans to eat oysters. - By Christopher Cox - Slate Magazine

The trouble is there are so many reasons to be vegan - there's no wonder that convienegans are on the rise - it's no surprise.

Oysters are pretty low down the food chain and quite possibly even intesively reared farming of them does little to cause them or the planet distress.

The term Vegan just makes things nice and easy for chefs and customers - no animal products - if it's from a plant it's OK - if it's anything else then no. Simplicity that's the secret of a good philosophy.

Once you venture into 'ah but', and 'except for' and 'unless' it risks following in the footsteps of Judaism and needing a book to explain the book advising what to do on the seventh day of the seventh month in the seventh year when there's a total eclipse of the sun and you can see seven moons in the sky.

No animal products - it's easy, simple - even a child could do it.

Vegan Orange Chocolate Mousse with Lemon Muffins: Vegan dessert decadence to finish a dinner party

2010-03-01T00:50:00.000-08:00

Vegan Orange Chocolate Mousse with Lemon Muffins: Vegan dessert decadence to finish a dinner party

You can make the mousse sweeterand richer by adding a handful of Medjool dates. Possibly add some Grand Marnier or Cointreau instead of or as well as the Orange Oil.

If you prefer it not so dark you can add some soya cream, serve with dairy free ice cream, or use the dairy free couveture chocolate that's now available.

Vegan MoFo

2009-09-30T14:34:00.000-07:00

Vegan MoFo

Yo Vegan whaaa Fo?? Vegan Mo Fo ! Vegan Mo(nth) of Fo(od)

I celebrated and started today in Pizza Express with a vegan pepperoni and Redwoods melting Mozarella.

Ttwas awesome. ThePizza Express chef used a whole packet of each (it just about all fitted on)

Free vegan recipes!

2009-09-02T08:01:00.000-07:00

World Vegetarian And Vegan News: Vegetarian Magazine - Free !

Free Vegan recipes? Is that what you are looking for well there's free recipes in this free vegetarian / vegan magazine - what are you waiting for? vamoos! It's FREE!

Win - Competition - Free Stuff

2009-08-12T13:33:00.000-07:00

Off The Hoof Competitions

Win a tub of Organic Hemp Protein Powder!

Yaoh are giving away 10 tubs of organic hemp protein powder worth £13.95 each!

To enter, just email your name and address here, and the winners will be drawn 1st September and notified immediately.

Entries must be received by midnite August 31st to be entered in this free draw

World Vegan Day

2009-07-22T13:46:00.000-07:00

World Vegan Day

What? World Vegan Day
is an opportunity for vegans and their friends to celebrate and promote
veganism

When? World Vegan Day
is every year on November 1st (since 1994)

Why? The world's first
Vegan Society was born on November 1st 1944 - started by Donald
Watson and friends.

Where? World Vegan Day
is celebrated internationally all over the world.

How? World Vegan Day
is celebrated in many different ways,

from a
simple birthday party to a full vegan festival with exhibitions of
vegan food and products, talks on nutrition and cooking demonstrations.

Wishing
you very best wishes for an ethical, environmentally friendly

and healthy World Vegan Day - 1st November

Win a copy of New Vegan Recipe DVD

2009-07-08T02:49:00.000-07:00

Good Life - newsletter - July 2009

Competition! - Win! - Good Life give away 5 vegan recipe DVDs

WDF Productions have recently produced a Cookery DVD entitled THE HEALTHY VEGAN with 37 recipes and top Vegan chefs, Rose Elliot, Tony Bishop-Weston and John Bayley! From delicious Blueberry Pancakes and Smoked Tofu Pate, to tasty raw food alternatives such as Cashew Nut Ice Cream. These healthy and mouth watering selections are a nutritious and rewarding option for any diet.

Healthy Vegan Recipe DVD

2009-06-17T12:10:00.000-07:00

World Vegetarian And Vegan News: Healthy Vegan recipe DVD

Perfect for Paul McCartney's Meat Free Monday

Free recipe Video - Twitter

The Complete Book of Vegan Cooking: Everything You Need to Know About Going Vegan, from Choosing Ingredients to Advice on Health and Nutrition: Tony Bishop-Weston, Yvonne Bishop-Weston, Former

2009-06-08T09:04:00.000-07:00

The Complete Book of Vegan Cooking: Everything You Need to Know About Going Vegan, from Choosing Ingredients to Advice on Health and Nutrition: Tony Bishop-Weston, Yvonne Bishop-Weston,

Vegan Cookbook

Recipes: National Vegetarian Week 2009

2009-05-07T15:59:00.000-07:00

National Vegetarian Week 2009 With a new book released full of vegan recipes on the way it seems recipes is the last thing we'll be short of this National Vegetarian Week. The Vegetarian Society will be throwing recipes at you at Hampton Court this year too.

Frozen Vegan Pizza

2009-04-05T12:03:00.000-07:00

:::: TOFUTTI ::::

How come these Pizzas aren't available in the UK?

That's total descrimnation ! First we got robbed of the Tofutti Cutie now they are depriving us of Pizza! Grrrrrrrr!

Complain here - Tofutti UK

Roast Cat Recipe

2009-04-01T06:28:00.000-07:00

Recipe for Roast Cat

Informative recipe Video on how to properly and safely roast a cat with delicious results. Tasty sustainable alternative to globally challenging roast beef or battery chicken.

3 Minute Chocolate Cake!

2009-03-26T08:21:00.001-07:00

This is a 3 minute version of the 5 minute chocolate cake. Made with good (omega 3 rich)fat and light and fluffy. You can use xylitol instead of sugar for a lower GL version.

3 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE

Ingredients
3 dessertspoons soya or rice milk
2 dessertspoons Vegetable (rapeseed/canola) oil
1 heaped dessertspoon Drinking chocolate powder
1 heaped dessertspoon of soft brown sugar (or 2 dessertspoons of maple or agarve syrup )
1 heaped dessertspoon of self raising wholemeal flour
Method

Into a Coffee mug pour in dessertspoons (cereal spoon) of ingredients in order above (soya milk first)

Mix thouroughly with a teaspoon.

Microwave on full power (900-1000w) for 1 minute.

Allow to stand fo a minute

Add a spoonfull of ice cream and eat straight from the mug.

Use this delicious light fluffy chocolate cake recipe carefully or it could change your life and your waistline.

Tony Bishop-Weston - Author of "Rainbows and Wellies" - "Vegan" - "The Complete Book of Vegan Cooking"

www.news.for-vegans.co.uk

Recipes for New Mums and Babies

2009-03-05T07:26:00.000-08:00

The New Ice Age | Mother's Little Helper!

Great 3 recipes from one recipe soup or baby food or pate.

All 3 recipes are blondie simple and taste as delicious as they are nutritious.

How Many Bananas Can You |Eat?

2009-02-27T15:43:00.001-08:00

see Dad's Time

Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

2008-11-21T04:06:00.000-08:00

Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes

More Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes.

Vegan Recipe for Thanksgiving

2008-11-21T03:18:00.000-08:00

Christina Applegate Shares Vegan Truffle Recipe // Archives // ecorazzi.com ::

"Christina Applegate, a longtime vegetarian and PETA supporter, has just recently shared her delicious vegan (thanksgiving )truffle recipe with the world and we think it’s pretty awesome. The secret to this recipe is the vegan cream cheese — which nowadays you can find just about anywhere!" say Ecorazzi

We've changed the Thanksgiving recipe slightly to be a little healthier

Thanks giving Chococolate Truffle Recipe

3 Tablespoons soft (soaked)chopped dried apricots
8 oz. bean curd / Tofu
1 ½ tsp. vanilla
3 tablespoons of ground almonds
1 tablespoon of agarve syrup
12 oz. organic fair trade vegan chocolate (www.plamilfoods.co.uk) melted in a bowl resting in a saucepan of boiling water or on the lowest power in the microwave, stirred frequently.

1. Beat the tofu until smooth.
2. Add the and ground almonds and mix well.
3. Add the melted chocolate, agarve and vanilla and mix well.
4. Refrigerate for about 1 hour.
3. Shape into 1-inch balls and roll in ground almonds, crushed waltnuts, shelled hempseeds, cocoa or coconut. Chill in the refrigerator.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Vegan Catering Challenge Winners

2008-11-16T10:21:00.000-08:00

Winners of The Vegan Society Catering Challenge

The Vegan Society Challenge Winners
The winners of the Vegan Catering Challenge were officially announced at the West Midlands Vegan Festival in Wolverhampton on World Vegan Day, Saturday 1st November. They were:

Paul Russell a Lecturer at University College Birmingham, won first prize (a cheque for £500).
Second prize (£200) was secured by Peter Walters, Executive Chef, Keele University based at Keele Hall
Third prize (£100) Richard Craig, Competing Chef at University of Glasgow Hospitality Services.
Other finalists were John Bayley (owner of Cashew - Creative Vegetarian and Vegan Catering, in Lewes, East Sussex); Wayne Shooter (Chef at HMP Whatton near Nottingham); and Terry Woolcock(Executive Chef at Hatherley Manor Hotel).

Paul Russel,the winner said “I am delighted to be able to showcase this fascinating cuisine. Designing a vegan menu really highlights the creativity of the chef and requires considerable planning in terms of flavours, textures and nutritional value. The competition is also a great opportunity to prove to the industry that vegan food can be just as exciting and diverse as any other cuisine.”

Paul Russell’s winning vegan menu:

Soupe au Pistou with a Potato Ravioli
Crisp Fried Baby Artichokes in a Poppy Seed Coating, Served on a Pea and Roasted Red Pepper Risotto, with a Cashew Aioli
Dark Chocolate Truffle Cake with Cherries

Another favourite of the judges was Peter Walter's Grilled Portabella Mushroom Topped with a Beignet of Chilli Bean Mousse on Puy Lentil Sauce with Smoked Paprika and Baby Beets

The Competition Judges - judges of the competition were:

Chad Sarno, Executive Chef at Saf Restaurant;
Christine Tilbury, Head at the Vegetarian Society's Cordon Vert Cookery School;
Andrew Maxwell, MD of the Tante Marie School of Cookery.

Junk Food Pizza Challenge Tossed Up By London Nutritionist Foods For Life - EWORLDWIRE

2008-11-14T15:47:00.000-08:00

Junk Food Pizza Challenge Tossed Up By London Nutritionist Foods For Life - EWORLDWIRE

64 ingredient pizza

Make your own TEMPEH

2008-11-04T07:45:00.000-08:00

Make the best TEMPEH | Gunter Pfaff

How to make your own Tempeh!

"Betsy's Tempeh Foundation was formed in 2008 to help disseminate the information we accumulated over many years for making a consumer friendly tempeh.

When we were producing Betsy’s Tempeh™ commercially (1987-96) we received two patents for making tempeh on stainless steel trays, using a water bath method for heating and cooling (see " New Technology for making Tempeh")

The resulting tempeh was superior to other tempeh on the market and our version was a great success with retail customers as well as restaurants and institutions.

When the time came to either expand or retire , no one could be found to continue Betsy's Tempeh - otherwise you would have found it in your favorite store for the past twenty years. Although we retired and moved several times - over the years, people have tracked us down, to ask for help in producing Betsy’s Tempeh.

In early 2008 we conducted additional tests to produce our tempeh using readily available food approved items. We can now show that it can be made both at home or in a commercial setting."

World Vegan Day Glasgow

2008-10-29T14:02:00.001-07:00

Best Vegetarian Restaurant - Scottish, in Glasgow and Vegan!

World Vegan Day

Gwyneth Paltrow Vegan Pancakes

2008-10-26T10:25:00.000-07:00

Gwyneth Paltrow has a new website and shares her recipe for World Vegan Day Vegan Pancakes from her Website Goop

SERVES: 3 or 4 (makes about a dozen pancakes)

TIME: 15 minutes
1 1/4 cups soy or rice milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup, plus more for serving
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour or white spelt flour (substitute rice flour to make pancakes completely gluten-free)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 bananas, thinly sliced

Mix all the wet ingredients together in a small bowl. Mix all the dry ingredients together in a slightly bigger bowl. Add the wet to the dry and stir just enough to combine – be careful not to over-mix (that’s how you get tough pancakes).

Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat (I love Jamie Oliver’s nonstick cookware – it’s so slippery that I don’t need to use any oil or butter). Ladle as many pancakes as possible onto your griddle. Place a few slices of banana on top of each pancake. Cook for about a minute and a half on the first side or until the surface is covered with small bubbles and the underside is nicely browned. Flip and cook for about a minute on the second side. Repeat the process until you run out of batter. Serve stacked high with plent"

Croydon Tops National Vegetarian Week Events

2008-05-14T12:04:00.000-07:00

National Vegetarian Week

Croydon Top London Venue for National Vegetarian Week Events

Despite Croydon’s links to some highly esteemed people from DH Lawrence to Kate Moss it is often the favourite butt of comedians’ satirical taunts. Certainly it’s a place full of oxymorons , thus a lush oasis of comedic material ready for harvest.

Rarely making the top 10 lists about Croydon is that Croydon is home to one of the oldest surviving vegetarian groups in the world. Croydon Vegetarians was established in 1886 and is still going strong. Armed with this fact it’s probably then not quite so surprising that Croydon should have the most events organised for the Vegetarian Society’s National Vegetarian Week (19th – 25th May)

This year Croydon is celebrating National Vegetarian Week on every day of the week

1. National Vegetarian Week kicks off with a chocolate tasting session in Oasis Natural Health 96 The High Street, Croydon. Other goodies to try will be on offer too. Ladies from Croydon Vegetarians will be there to help you with any burning questions you may have.
2. On Tuesday 20th May a greengrocers in Waddon will be challenging Croydon citizens to try a different fruit or vegetable and dishing out free tasters. Graham the greengrocer will also have some tips about what to do with various more exotic fruit and veg and their nutritional properties.
3. On Wednesday the 21st Oasis health food store in Croydon High street has organised a Battle of the Bangers BBQ to engage Londoners and inspire them to judge London’s best meat free BBQ alternative from 5 competitor manufacturers. You’ll be able to nibble on Linda McCartney, Frys, Redwoods, Real Eat and Wicken Fen sausages. Celebrity nutritionist Yvonne Bishop-Weston will be on hand to answer nutrition questions.
4. Thursday 22nd is the night when Lush Cosmetics will be hosting a pamper party, a book-signing, massage and taster therapy sessions. The first 50 visitors will receive a free rare bath bomb not available in the shops – a Rainbow Worrier.
5. On Friday night the 23rd Peppertons vegetarian restaurant in Selhurst will be offering a free glass of wine to the first 20 diners and the option to try a dairy free vegan cheese board supplied by Bute Island foods.
6. For Saturday the 24th of May Croydon’s Fair trade shop Fair Enough opposite the Croydon Parish Church in Church Street will be holding a Fair trade Tea Party for National Vegetarian Week with Fair trade cake and biscuits to try from Doves Farm.
National Vegetarian week 2008 celebrations end with a finale down in Bristol harbour on the 31st May and the 1st June at the Bristol Vegan Fayre. www.bristolveganfayre.co.uk - 10,000 people attracted by an awesome line up of bands, food, speakers, entertainment and ethical shopping.

Vegan Waffle Recipe

2008-05-07T16:27:00.000-07:00

Vegan Waffle Recipe

The end of National Vegetarian Week sees the first International Vegan Waffle party day

I guess you'll be needing some vegan waffle recipes huh? Like I said >> Vegan Waffle Recipe

Once you have gained confidence why not throw a vegan waffle party?

See here you for your very own waffleholics anonymous support group

Q: Which city has been dubbed “Waffle Iron City”?

A: Pittsburgh, PA

Q: What’s the most important element of a waffle party?

A: The cool people who attend them!

Q: Is there really a waffle party holiday? When is it?

A: There is an International Waffle Day (March 25) which originated in Sweden, and a U.S. Waffle Day (August 24)

Join the world’s first multi-city vegan waffle party 5/24/08

Vegan Waffles or Pancakes

These vegan waffles are a tasty way to start the day or end a meal. They can be frozen and reheated in the oven or toaster.

The batter also works well for pancakes, and is especially tasty when you add small berries (blueberries, marionberries, raspberries, blackberries, loganberries, etc.) to the mix.

Ingredients:

* 1 ripe banana, mashed

* 2 cups calciumm enriched rice milk

* 1/2 cup uncooked oatmeal

* 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat self raising flour

* 1 level teaspoon cinnamon

* 1 level teaspoon nutmeg

* vanilla extract to taste (optional)

Method:

Mix together the mashed banana and rice milk. Add dry ingredients and mix. Cook on a waffle iron, according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Serve with agave or maple syrup, berries, or jam.

WorldVegan Day Wishes

2007-10-25T16:13:00.000-07:00

Wishing you very best wishes for an ethical, environmentally friendly and healthy

World Vegan Day - 1st November

PASS IT ON!

If you do nothing else, please vote in the World Vegan Day poll and please sign the petition

For Life, Health, Planet

WorldVegan Day Petition

World Vegan Day Poll

World Vegan Day Veganize a Pizza Campaign

World Vegan Day 1st November

Goji Berries- recipes

2006-04-25T07:12:00.000-07:00

In the Valleys of Tibet and Mongolia there is a special berry the locals cherish so much they honor it in celebrations that last two weeks each year. Goji berries contain more beta-carotene than carrots, more Iron than Spinach and more Protein than whole wheat (13%). Goji berries contain 21 trace minerals, including germanium - the anti cancer trace mineral rarely found in foods. Goji berries contain 18 amino acids, Vitamin E, and 500 times more Vitamin C by weight than oranges. Goji berries also contain vitamins B1, B2, and B6, which are necessary for converting food into energy.

Vegan RECIPE - Cream of Buckwheat with Goji Berries:

For people who struggle with wheat allergies and gluten intolerance, buckwheat is an ideal food. Many people who are having physical and emotional challenges find that removing wheat and other gluten containing foods from there diet makes a profound difference in how they think and feel. Buckwheat has plenty of protein and B vitamins, and is rich in phosphorus, potassium, iron, and calcium. Although buckwheat has many grain-like characteristics, it is from an entirely different botanical family, and is actually a fruit. Since buckwheat is unrelated to the classic cereal grains, those who are allergic to wheat can tolerate buckwheat. It is also Delicious!

To make a serving for two people: Bring 2 ½ cups of rice or soya milk to a boil, slowly stir in ½ cup of Cream of Buckwheat, return to boil. Add a handful of Goji Berries per person. A dash of good quality sea salt or low sodium salt is optional. Reduce heat to low, simmer 10 minutes stirring frequently

Acai Recipes - Acai Berry - Acai Fruit

2006-04-25T06:44:00.000-07:00

Acai Recipes - Acai Berry - Acai Fruit

Acai Recipes - Acai Fruit
Acai ( Açai ) Recipes Here you can find the best Acai recipes online! Check it out frequently! Traditional Brazilian Style Take 7 Oz. (200 grams) Açai into a blender. Add 1/2 cup of soy milk or juice and 1 banana (you can also add other fruits like strawberry/mango/etc). Blend until smooth and serve in a bowl topped with sliced bananas and granola. Açai Frooty Power Smoothie Blend 7 Oz. (200 grams) of Açai Frooty with 1 cup of juice or soy milk, 1 banana, 1/4 cup strawberries or other fruit and 1/2 cup ice and/or yogurt. Açai Frooty Drink – 8 Oz Blend 3.5 Oz. (100 grams) of Açai Frooty with 1 cup of Apple Juice or soy milk, 1/2 banana or Strawberries or other fruit and ½ cup of ice and / or live soy yogurt. Açai Frooty Drink – 16 Oz Blend 7 Oz. (200 grams) of Açai Frooty with 1 cup of Apple Juice or soy milk, 1 banana or Strawberries or other fruit and ½ cup of ice and / or live soy yogurt.

Gillian McKieth Recipes - You are what you eat

2006-04-25T06:28:00.000-07:00

You Are What You Eat

Gillian Mckieth Recipe from You are What you eat Channel 4.

Smoked tofu and bean burgers served with avocado sauce and green salad

This is a fantastic way to get good quality protein and B vitamins. Kidney beans have a lovely sweet flavour and they also pick up the aromas of the smoked tofu. If you are trying to lose weight, suffer from edema or swollen extremities, kidney beans can help as they have a diuretic action. They are also a good source of iron, magnesium and folic acid.

Makes 6-8

1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
1 plump garlic clove, peeled
1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely grated (about 60g prepared weight)
420g can 'no-salt no-sugar' red kidney beans, drained and rinsed in a colander under cold running water
220g pack smoked tofu, drained
75g/ cup sunflower seeds
1 small bunch parsley (about 20g)
2 tsp organic wheat-free vegetable bouillon powder

1 Preheat the oven to 220C/Gas Mark 7. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment.

2 Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend for roughly 6-8 seconds, until well mixed but still retaining some texture, pushing down with a spatula once. Remove the blade and take a handful of the mixture.

3 Form into a ball and place on the baking tray. Press with fingertips to make a burger shape. Repeat a further 5 or 7 times depending on how large you want your burgers.

4 Bake for 25 minutes until light golden brown. Remove from oven and leave to firm up on the tray for 3-4 minutes. Divide between 4-6 plates and serve with a green salad and avocado sauce .

Essential Eating - Vegetarian Essential Fats

2006-03-15T23:53:00.000-08:00

Healthy Eating , Nutrition and Health News: "Hot on the heels of her helping to develop what's probably the world's healthiest dairy free, sugar free chocolate (with shelled hemp for added essential fats and amino acids) Harley Street Nutritionist Yvonne Bishop-Weston is now helping to launch another world exclusive, a Vegetarian and Vegan docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) product."

Hass Avocados -Recipes

2005-12-20T03:09:00.000-08:00

Hass Avocado,Black Bean and Pineapple Salad Recipe (vegan)

Recipe developed by Chef Sue Torres - New York

Salad Ingredients
1/2 Cup Black Beans, cooked
1 ripe Hass Avocado
1/4 Cup Pineapple, diced
1/4 Cup Cured Red Onions
1 Tbsp Cilantro Puree
1 Tbsp Chipotle Sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp Lime Juice, fresh squeezed
Coarse Salt and Pepper to taste
Tortilla chips to serve

In a stainless steel bowl combine all of the above.

Cured Red Onions Ingredients
2 Red Onions, thinly sliced
2 Cups Lime Juice, fresh squeezed
1/4 of 1 Habanero Chile, minced
Coarse Salt, to taste

Place the sliced onions in a small container and pour the lime juice on top of onions. Add the salt and habanero chile and mix. Cover tight and let sit in the refrigerator for three days.

Cilantro Puree Ingredients
1 Cup packed Fresh Washed Cilantro (fresh coriander leaves)
1/2 Cup Lime Juice, fresh squeezed
1 Cup Oil, vegetable or corn
2 cloves Garlic, roasted
1/4 Cup Onion, roasted
Coarse Salt, to taste

In a blender puree everything but the oil. While the blades are moving, add the oil slow stream. Pour into a squirt bottle.

Chipotle Pepper Sauce Ingredients
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 Shallots, minced
2 1/2 Tbsp Chipotle, pureed
3 Red Peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded & diced
1/4 Cup Lime Juice, fresh squeezed
1 Cup Oil, corn or vegetable
Salt and Pepper to taste

In a bowl, whisk all ingredients together. Pour into a squirt bottle.

Presentation
With a squirt bottle, drizzle a line or two of the Chipotle Pepper Sauce and the Cilantro Puree on to a plate.

Place two tablespoons of the salad in the center of the plate. Top the salad with one tortilla chip. Fill the tortilla chip with one large teaspoon of salad and serve.

More Avocado recipes

Hollywood Vegan

2005-09-11T22:30:00.000-07:00

Ann Gentry is a chef, restaurateur, food educator and visionary. She opened Real Food Daily in Los Angeles 1993, a totally vegan and organic restaurant.

How do you make Tofu Tasty?

How to marinate tofu to make it tastier? Simply make a marinade. Here is a good one. Equal parts good quality tamari, a sweetener such as maple or rice syrup, mirin (a sweet cooking vinegar), water, fresh garlic and ginger. Marinate for several hours before using any method of cooking the tofu. I'd suggest baking slices or cubes of tofu before I would frying as healthier and easier for you.

After eleven years in business, Real Food Daily is now a staple for Southland health nuts. It's one of the few places in LA that specializes exclusively in creating Vegan food. The West Hollywood location is not only Vegan but Kosher-certified. Most people cringe at either word-thinking somehow healthy food can't be fun. RFD is here to prove them wrong.

When you first glance at the menu, you'll be surprised to see items like Total Reuben, TV Dinner and Burrito Supreme alongside Lentil-Walnut Pate, Hummus & Pita and BBQ Tofu Chop. The chefs at Real Food cater to both the raw crowd and the reformed carnivores that have switched palettes for health reasons. Both camps will be happy to hear that RFD's veggie-fied dishes are often better than the meaty, cheesy, cholesterol-ladden alternatives.

Full Story - RHD Cooking Tips

Vegan - Just the Very Donkeys!

2005-07-20T05:43:00.000-07:00

It's like The World just woke up! It seems wherever you look people have worked out that Veganism is "just the very donkey's" (Just the Job)

The solutions that veganism has to offer are not new, Donald Watson invented vegan movement back in November 1944. We seem to have suddenly reached critical mass all around the world people are picking up these 60 year old ideas and running with them.

Nutritionists are discovering veganism - "New research has shown that vegan chocolate is better for you than milk chocolate" says London Nutritionist Yvonne Bishop-Weston.

Scientists are discovering Veganism - "livestock animals bred for their meat produce 21 per cent of the carbon dioxide that's due to human activity. So cutting out meat can do more to stop global warming than cutting down on oil and coal" says British Scientist Alan Calverd in Physics World Magazine

Human Rights campaigners are discovering Veganism "As a meat-eater, I’ve long found it convenient to categorise veganism as a response to animal suffering or a health fad. But, faced with these figures, it now seems plain that it’s the only ethical response to what is arguably the world’s most urgent social justice issue." says the Guardians' George Monbiot

Caterers and retailers and even the BBC are discovering veganism.

There are more Famous Vegans than ever before, Vegan Shoes, new Vegan Websites, vegan cars and loads of new Vegan Cookbooks.

Even the UK Food Standards Agency has decided that Vegan is easier than Vegetarian

It seems clear that Vegan is the new black - in fact just the very donkey's!

Check out these great free recipes!

Barbie's Vegan BBQ Barbecue Tips

2005-07-13T08:56:00.000-07:00

16 Vegan BBQ recipes

1)Safety – Be Patient The BBQ should be a gentle glow not an eyebrow-removing inferno that produces carcinogenic cremated offerings. Always follow BBQ manufacturer's instructions. The BBQ area should be protected from the wind with dogs, cats and children kept safely away.

2)Vegan Sausages - Visit your local health food store and ask about the latest vegan delights suitable for BBQs or see The Animal Free Shopper.

3)Salads - Make sure you have lots of fresh organic salads. Use egg-free mayonnaise, Omega 3 oils and balsamic vinegar for dressings.

4)5 a Day - Vegetables can be BBQ’d too - marinated organic vegetable, fruit and tofu kebabs, corn on the cob, sweet potatoes, pumpkin and waffles.

5)Desserts - try BBQ’d banana with some yummy vegan Ice cream and maple syrup, agave or date syrup. Get some dairy free vegan choc-ices.

6)Plan ahead - Make sure you have a plan B in case it rains.

7)Mosquitoes - Get some citronella or Lavender candles to deter insects.

8)Drinks – Ensure an ample supply of gelatine/isinglass free organic beer and wine and some nice non-alcoholic drinks for the BBQ chef, drivers, kids and the others.

9)Music – Vegan sounds include Moby, Bryan Adams, Shania Twain, Heather Small or check out my band The Dollz ( see www.thedollz.com )

10)Preparation - Avoid worry and forgetting things by making a list. Delegate tasks so that you can relax and enjoy yourself. If you plan to use fireworks please try to be considerate of the animals - fireworks going off all the time upsets the both the local wildlife and pets.

Also a list of manufacturers of Veggie Sausages

Make Poverty History

2005-07-02T05:39:00.000-07:00

Make Poverty History

Cauliflower and asparagus tart - BBC From Vegan

2005-06-30T08:10:00.000-07:00

BBC - Food - Recipes - Cauliflower and asparagus tart:
Ingredients
For the pastry
300g/10oz self-raising wholemeal flour
1 tsp vegan bouillon powder
125ml/4fl oz rapeseed oil
125ml/4fl oz rice milk or soya milk
For the filling
olive oil, for oiling and frying
1 medium cauliflower, broken into florets
125g/4oz asparagus, trimmed and washed
2 red onions, chopped
50g/2oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
125g/4oz frozen sweetcorn, mashed
250ml/8fl oz sweetened soya milk
250ml/8fl oz rapeseed oil
1 lime, juice only
2 tbsp porridge oats
2 dessertspoons vegan bouillon powder
2 tbsp vegan tomato sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
smoked paprika
freshly ground black pepper

Method
1. Oil a 30cm/12in flan or pie dish. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas mark 4.
2. To make the pastry, place the flour and bouillon powder in a bowl and rub in the oil, then mix in the milk. Knead the pastry gently for a few moments, then roll out on a floured surface and use it to line the prepared dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until just cooked through.
3. Meanwhile, steam the cauliflower and asparagus until hot but not cooked - about 4-5 minutes.
4. Heat a little olive oil in a frying pan and fry the onions and mushrooms until soft. Add the mashed sweetcorn and stir until hot.
5. Heat the soya milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Transfer to a food processor or liquidiser, add the rapeseed oil, season with pepper and mix well. With the machine still running, add the lime juice and mix thoroughly to prevent curdling.
6. Add the oats, bouillon powder, tomato sauce and mustard to the milk mixture and blend again.
7. Oil the inner base of the pie crust, then spread a thin layer of the oat mixture over it. Place a layer of the mushroom mixture on top, then a layer of the cauliflower, followed by the remaining oat mixture.
8. Arrange the asparagus spears on top and sprinkle with smoked paprika. Return the tart to the oven and cook for a further 20 minutes. Serve with a green salad.

More about this author at Vegan Cookbook

Blueberry pancakes or corncakes

2005-06-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

The Vegan Chef - Vegan Recipes - Beverly Lynn Bennett: "

Blueberry Corncakes (pancakes)

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour, divided
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 1/4 t. baking powder
1/2 t. baking soda
1/4 t. sea salt
1 1/3 cups soy milk, rice milk, or other non-dairy milk of choice
1/2 cup apple juice or water
10 oz. fresh or frozen blueberries
safflower oil

Method

Place 2 T. of the whole wheat pastry flour in a medium bowl and set aside. In a large bowl, place the remaining whole wheat pastry flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, and stir well to combine. In a small bowl, place the soy milk and apple juice, and whisk well to combine. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed. Place the blueberries in the medium bowl with the reserved whole wheat pastry flour and gently toss to thoroughly coat the blueberries with the flour. Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
Using a little safflower oil, lightly oil a large non-stick skillet (or griddle), and place it over medium heat. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, portion the batter into the hot skillet, and cook until the corncakes have bubbles on top and the edges are slightly dry, about 3 minutes. Using a spatula, carefully flip over the corncakes and cook an additional 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer the corncakes to a non-stick cookie sheet and place in a 200 degree oven to keep warm while continuing with the remaining batter. Lightly oil the skillet again with a little safflower oil and repeat the cooking procedure for the remaining batter. Serve the corncakes with your choice of jams, preserves, syrups, or fresh fruit.
Yield: 16 pancakes"

Stamford Today: News, Sport, Jobs, Property, Cars, Entertainments & More

2005-06-24T12:32:00.000-07:00

Only 15 years of age an already he has award winning websites and a vegetarian guide to Rutland! What a star!

Stamford Today: News, Sport, Jobs, Property, Cars, Entertainments & More: "Since he first became aware of animal rights issues and gave up eating meat seven months ago, the Uppingham Community College pupil has done all he can for the cause.

He campaigns against animal experimentation, intensive farming and bloodsports, and supports wildlife conservation, animal rescue and welfare organisations. In that time he has also lobbied the Prime Minister, set up library displays, become involved with street stalls and written articles for vegetarian publications.

And after giving up dairy products in March to become a fully-fledged vegan, Sam began working on a guide to vegetarian food in Rutland.

The newly published handbook, launched both in print and on line, is designed to help fellow veggies make the most of the county.

Sam, of Braunston Road, Knossington, said: 'The idea was also to make shops, restaurants and businesses think about what they are offering to vegetarians and vegans, and to help promote the area to the vegetarian community.'

He said he was pleased with the response and hopes the guide will grow. An internet version of it is available at www.vegetarianrutland.co.uk. For more information contact info@vegetarianrutland.co.uk"

Fat Free - Vegan Mayo recipe

2005-06-23T03:53:00.000-07:00

Vegan Mayonnaise: "Vegan Mayo
Fat Free Vegan Mayonnaise Recipe by: Roberta Joiner

This is the one I teach at McDougall program and use all the time -great for potato salad with lots of dijon. Vit C makes it nice and tart - more like a sour cream than a mayo.

Ingedients
1 Pkg firm or extra firm silken tofu
1000 mg of vit C, crushed
1 tsp onion or garlic powder
1 tsp yellow mustard
the juice of 1 fresh lemon

Method
Puree all in food processor. Add Dijon mustard for a great dipping sauce for artichokes or asparagus or sandwich spread."

Best Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe in the World

2005-06-22T10:29:00.000-07:00

Free Dairy Free Vegetarian Vegan dessert Recipes - Vegan Cookbook: "A chocolate cake just doesn't need all that saturated fat and an egg to make it fluffy, gooey and delicious if you are clever."

Frequently Asked for Vegan RECIPES

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Frequently Asked Questions - RECIPES -- The Vegetarian Resource Group:

MAIN COURSES
Spinach Pie
Broccoli and Lemon Sauce
Tofu Dill Dip
Fourth of July Garbanzo Bean Burgers
Tempeh Stuffed Potatoes
Sweet Potato Kugel
Stuffed Cabbage II
Vegetable Pot Pie
Cindy's Eggless Mayonnaise
Spicy Sauteed Tofu with Peas
Quick Sloppy Joes

DESSERTS

Sophisticated Poached Pears
Soy Whipped Cream
Chocolate Pudding
Karen's Creamy Rice Pudding
Festive Macaroons
Macaroons II
Heavenly Chocolate Cupcakes
Eggless Banana Pancakes
Romanian Apricot Dumplings
Don't Tell the Kids it's Tofu Cheesecake
Oatmeal Cookies

Additional Recipes

Vegan Marshmallows
Vegan Cakes
Soy Milk
Rice and Almond milks
Making Tofu
Using Tofu
Soy Yogurt
Wheat Gluten
Using TVP "

Bourbon, Pumpkin, and Spiced Pecan Tart - Vegan Recipes

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The Vegan Chef - Bourbon, Pumpkin, and Spiced Pecan Tart - Vegan Recipes -

With ingredients such as pecan halves,rolled oats, cinnamon, maple syrup,rice milkpumpkin puree,bourbon, vanilla, ginger, nutmeg this looks like a winner to me!

Vegan Mayo Not Mud at Glastonbury this year

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“Glastonbury revellers may be swimming in Egg Free vegan mayo not mud” say Plamil, UK pioneers of plant milk products.

Many people have fond, nostalgic memories of being knee deep in mud at the legendary annual midsummer rock festival Glastonbury. Glastonbury’s ancient and sacred mud has even been auctioned on Ebay.

The world famous open air festival at Glastonbury, Somerset, UK which has got much bigger since the demise of Stonehenge free festival is renowned for enjoying freak mid-summer downpours which turns the whole festival and camp site into a quagmire of mud and sludge.

This year Glastonbury’s visitors from Tepee dwellers, beatniks and hippies to skinheads, Punks and new age Rastafarians will be more likely to up to their necks in vegan mayonnaise.

Adrian Ling from Plamil the UK Vegan pioneers of soya milk, dairy free and pea protein products “We’ve sold more egg free vegan mayonnaise this year than ever before and gallons of it are going to Glastonbury”

A Glastonbury festival caterer says” The Vegan mayonnaise tastes delicious and suits everybody”

Adrian adds “One of our clients recommends it as emergency festival all over body sun-screen too, but it’s not something we would recommend unless you have a good friend who’s keen to lick it all off “

“There’s a big demand for organic Dairy free, egg free, vegan and vegetarian food at these festival events. It makes no sense for caterers to have various brands when they can have gallons of one vegan one that pleases everyone” says catering consultant Tony Bishop-Weston from Foods For Life.

Editors Notes

Contact

Tony Bishop Weston PEA PR Tel 07944 068432 email tony@peapr.com

Adrian Ling Plamil Foods Ltd Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6PQ
Phone: 01303 850588
Fax: 01303 850015
Email: contact-us@plamilfoods.co.uk

Plamil pioneers of UK soya milk, pea protein and dairy free chocolate. - Egg free mayonnaise

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What? World Vegan Dayis an opportunity for vegans and their friends to celebrate and promoteveganism

When? World Vegan Dayis every year on November 1st (since 1994)

Why? The world's firstVegan Society was born on November 1st 1944 - started by DonaldWatson and friends.

Where? World Vegan Dayis celebrated internationally all over the world.

How? World Vegan Dayis celebrated in many different ways,

from asimple birthday party to a full vegan festival with exhibitions ofvegan food and products, talks on nutrition and cooking demonstrations.

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What? World Vegan Day
is an opportunity for vegans and their friends to celebrate and promote
veganism

When? World Vegan Day
is every year on November 1st (since 1994)

Why? The world's first
Vegan Society was born on November 1st 1944 - started by Donald
Watson and friends.

Where? World Vegan Day
is celebrated internationally all over the world.

How? World Vegan Day
is celebrated in many different ways,

from a
simple birthday party to a full vegan festival with exhibitions of
vegan food and products, talks on nutrition and cooking demonstrations.