Posts Tagged ‘vegan’

How to Make Vegan Cookies

Posted May 27th, 2012 by tbspsusan

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How to Make Vegan Cookies
Knowing how to make a dish friendly for vegans is often just a matter of knowing your substitutions. Baking can be intimidating for those of us who prefer to eschew the measuring cups and approximate cooking times. So vegan baking may seem like double trouble to the more lax cooks among us. But chillax, because it's not so hard. You can experiment with vegan baking using old tried-and-true recipes and having a handy list of vegan substitution... Read More ›
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Healthy Veggie Gratin

Posted January 24th, 2012 by CheekyKitchen

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Healthy Veggie Gratin
Get gratin! Who needs potatoes when cauliflower makes a picture perfect side dish, with a few less carbs? With winter officially around us, and upon us, and pressing against the windowpanes, it's only right we break out some serious comfort food. Of course, being the new year and all, comfort food also has to lend some sort of nutritional value to our resolution-driven diets. Which is why this gorgeously simple Cauliflower Gratin makes the perf... Read More ›
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Posted January 8th, 2012 by girlwhoateeverything

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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Resolutions. Upcoming warm-weather vacays. There are plenty of reasons to eat right this time of year. This recipe makes it easy. It’s that time of year; everyone is trying to get in shape and shed some pounds. It’s elbow to elbow at the gym and people are fighting over treadmills. But losing weight isn’t all about exercising. It all starts with changing the way you eat. I just had a baby girl so I’m definitely trying to eat healthy t... Read More ›
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Monster Veggie Burger

Posted July 25th, 2011 by BCTasteSeekers

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Monster Veggie Burger
Move over meat -- veggies rule in the summer! Harvest time means veggies are overflowing in our gardens and on our plates. Here are two great meatless recipes to put that bounty to use. This Monster Veggie Burger is no wimpy burger. It’s loaded with fresh veggies, chickpeas and spices like smoked paprika and cumin. Grill it or pan-fry it -- you won’t be sorry. We love to serve it piled high with more veggies, but feel free to use a bun.... Read More ›
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How to Grill a Great Rib-Eye

Posted June 13th, 2011 by scaron

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How to Grill a Great Rib-Eye
Father’s Day is near! And what do men like? MEAT! (Cue Tim Allen-esque grunting.) We don’t eat a lot of red meat in our house for health reasons, but when a special occasion comes around, I love to pick up a great steak and grill it up. Rib-eye is among our collective favorites since it has so much natural flavor and juiciness to it. Season It When I make a rib-eye steak, I always season it simply with a good sprinkle of salt and pepper... Read More ›
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How to Make Rice in a Pot

Posted May 26th, 2011 by tbspsusan

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How to Make Rice in a Pot
Easy Steps to Make Rice in a Pot Sticky rice that's not meant to be sticky? Burned pot of rice with your curry? Learn how to avoid these problems and more. Cooking rice in a pot isn't hard, but not everyone can cook it well. Although you probably use it as a filler or side dish, rice can become the star of the meal if cooked just right. Rice just needs the right approach and a bit of time to let it do it's own thing until it's reached perfectly... Read More ›
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How to Grill the Perfect Salmon

Posted May 20th, 2011 by girlwhoateeverything

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How to Grill the Perfect Salmon
There are many ways to cook salmon but my favorite way is to grill it. The natural oils in the salmon keep it moist but also create a slight crispiness on the outside of the fish. There are just a few basic steps to the perfectly Grilled Salmon:  Preheat Your Grill You want to preheat your grill to a high heat so that you can burn off whatever may be left on it. After the grill has been on high for a couple of minutes, use a grill brush to... Read More ›
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How to Keep Lettuce Fresh

Posted May 14th, 2011 by scaron

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How to Keep Lettuce Fresh
How to Store Lettuce I hate when I buy lettuce, get it home and go to use it a few days later only to find that it’s already turned. That just stinks -- and it’s a costly error if you do it often. So how can you store lettuce so that it stays fresh and perfect? It’s as easy as 1-2-3. 1. Wash and dry it. When you get home, separate the leaves of lettuce from the core. Then, wash and dry them gently. One of those salad-spinning contrapt... Read More ›
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How to Make Instant Mashed Potatoes Better

Posted May 6th, 2011 by tbspsusan

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How to Make Instant Mashed Potatoes Better
Here's how to make instant mashed potatoes taste like real mashed potatoes -- easily. It's true. You really can liven up instant mashed potatoes and make them taste a whole lot better without spending any extra time. Most brands of instant mashed potatoes require little more than some hot water to reconstitute the dehydrated potato flakes. While instant potatoes are "real," they generally aren't as tasty as fresh, homemade mashed potatoes. Fo... Read More ›
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How to Spice Up Boxed Mac and Cheese

Posted May 3rd, 2011 by tbspsusan

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How to Spice Up Boxed Mac and Cheese
Take a few extra minutes and turn plain old Mac and Cheese into a full-fledged meal. Have you ever seen an adult try boxed mac and cheese for the first time? I recently watched an 80-something gentleman eat mac and cheese for the first time in his life. He couldn’t get enough of the stuff. It’s probably best he hasn’t been eating mac and cheese all these years, but he did feel like he’d been missing out. But for those of us who have g... Read More ›
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