Kung Pao Cauliflower

Hot and Spicy Cauliflower Ingredients: 1 large cauliflower head, cut into small floret pieces1 red or yellow organic pepper, diced1 cup green beans1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame1 tbsp ginger, minced1/2 sweet onion diced2-4 garlic cloves, minced (red russian adds another level of spice)1 tsp turmeric diced1/2 cup raw cashews1 tbsp pepper flakes, optional2 tbsp sunflower oll1 package extra firm tofu …

Asian Pasta

Quick and easy. A great dish to make when you have little time and want something filling and nutritious. Ingredients: 1 package of whole wheat spaghetti or fettucine, broken in half 1/4 cup Bragg’s, tamari or low-sodium soy sauce 2 Tbs. rice vinegar 1 tbsp. dark sesame oil 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper 1 Tbs. vegetable oil 4 cups small …

Roasted Vegetables

Not sure what to make for dinner? Or maybe you have lots of vegetables that all need to be eaten very soon. This roasted vegetable recipe is so versatile. You can make it and enjoy now or later. It is great with pasta, mix with quinoa for a quick salad or use as a filling for wraps, enchiladas or add …

Sauteed Onions & Mushrooms

A great taco filling, an addition to veggie bowls or add this to pasta as a sauce. The photo is from our trip to Italy when the chef shared his mushroom pasta ingredients. Ingredients: Sliced organic crimini mushrooms Sliced portabella mushrooms 2 cloves garlic minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2-3 cloves of chopped garlic 1/2 cup sliced sweet onion Directions: Heat olive …

Spicy Black Bean & Quinoa Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 poblano peppers, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated 2 jalapeños, plus diced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground pepper 1 cup quinoa 3 cups red enchilada sauce, homemade or store-bought 1 can  black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen organic corn 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for serving juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges, 10-12 corn or flour tortillas 1 cup shredded vegan cheddar and mozza shreds Sliced …

Hollyhock Salad Dressing

Hollyhock is a fabulous spot on the incredibly beautiful Cortes Island, BC. They have a great cookbook and I make this salad dressing all the time. Ingredients: 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup filtered water 1/3 cup Tamari (I use Bragg’s) 2 cloves garlic 1/2 cup nutritional yeast 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil. I use 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/2 …

Roasted Spicy Cauliflower

An easy way to cook cauliflower for a delicious meal. Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup nutritional yeast 2-3 tablespoons of water 2 tablespoon garam masala spice mix 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper fresh ground black pepper Directions: Trim and clean the cauliflower. Preheat oven to 400 and line cooking sheet with …

Asparagus Pesto Pasta

It’s fresh asparagus season. If you are lucky enough to be able to get local, fresh asparagus here is one of my favourite pasta recipes that is great with fresh asparagus. When I can’t get fresh, local asparagus I use frozen. You can also add, or substitute, green or yellow beans. Using fresh or local vegetables is the best way …

Super Simple Vegan Pesto

Vegan Pesto Easy to make, use for pasta, pizza, potato salad and I love it as a sandwich spread. Ingredients: 1 bunch basil 2 cloves raw garlic 4 Tbsp sunflower seeds 1/2 olive oil 1/4 cup nutritional yeast Place basil, garlic, sunflower seeds in a food processor and mix into a paste. Add olive oil and process until smooth, add …

Parsnip, Turmeric, Butternut Squash Soup

A great spicy winter soup. Ingredients: Directions: Split a butternut squash in half and remove seeds and place on a roasting sheet with a light coating of olive oil. Cut parsnip into smaller pieces and add to roasting pan. Bake at 375 degrees until soft, about 30 minutes, turning the squash halfway through. Remove from oven and let cool. In …