Rustic Curried Squash Ravioli--Fat Free and Vegan! I know I presented a cop-out post last night, so I decided to make a rather involved recipe tonight to make up for it. Trouble is, a rather involved recipe means less time for writing a rather involved post. So, let’s call this one a pictorial. Without further ado, break out your squishy squash because it is time for Rustic Curried Squash Ravioli! (They are rustic because I also take care of... more
Happy Thanksgiving, Puerto Vallarta Amigos!
On October - 10 - 2011
Puerto Vallarta Amigos Vegan Tacos Happy Thanksgiving, everyone who is Canadian and also those who are not Canadian yet appreciate the sentiment of gratitude in October. I spent the long weekend up Island with various familial branches, so did not get to cook my usual Thanksgiving feasty. I’m going to do that later this week, which I am telling the children makes it even more special since we’re the only ones doing it (such a fib, we are... more
Chilli Lime Beefless Tips
On October - 7 - 2011
Chilli Lime Beefless Tips: spicy, low fat vegan bliss Happy Friday before the (Canadian) long weekend, Vegan Mofos! Can I get a collective sigh of relief? Ahhhhhhhh. Closing out my crotchety week I give to you a recipe for Gardein Beefless Tips, which I promised months ago, which makes me annoyed with myself and a wee bit embarrassed. But when I get embarrassed, I get defensive, so back off! (See!?! Crotchety! Accidental theme fulfilled!) Although... more
Better Than Instant Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
On October - 6 - 2011
Almost Instant Fat Free Vegan Mashed Potatoes and Gravy It’s Thanksgiving-time in Canada-land this weekend. There is no better way to feel glaringly vegan than attending a family gathering entirely centred on food. For many of us, it goes without saying to always bring a main (might I suggest Chick** Pot Pie or Vegan Shepherd’s Pie?), but vegan friendly sides can be slim pickings as well. Why not wiggle your way into the kitchen and veganize... more
Chipotle Black Bean Burgers
On October - 5 - 2011
Hey! You know what I forgot? I forgot that since it is Vegan Mofo, I am suposed to be theming it up with my posts. My original intention was to do something centered on kid friendly recipes and teaching children healthy eating habits for life, but my first two posts have been kind of pity-party-complainy-narcissistic ramblings, so I’m just gonna finish out the week like that and be true to my theme next week. Cool beans? Like you have a say... more
Orange Thai Curry
On October - 4 - 2011
Warm up to autumn with this spicy sweet curry. Welcome to autumn, my friends. I myself don’t care for it much. Don’t like the dampness, the early-onset darkness or the shameless manner in which the foliage starts shedding its clothing. I take no pleasure in jumping through piles of crunchy leaves and maybe that’s just me, but the one thing I can’t complain about this season is the food. Fall flavours beg to be slow cooked and... more
I’m baaaaaaacccckkkkkk, Vegan MoFos!
On October - 3 - 2011
Well, well, well. After a three month (unintentional) hiatus, I am back on the keyboard just in time for my favourite event of the year: Vegan MoFo! This summer really kicked my creative butt: life plans went a little topsy turvy and sucked out my motivation for a bit, but everything happens for a reason. At least that’s what all those clever little posters with adorable baby animals and catchy sayings seem to purport. You best not be steering... more
