Vegetarian Thanksgiving

Description About the Brand For more than 65 years, Worthington and Loma Linda have created new and innovative products for consumers looking for vegetarian options. Worthington Foods began as Special Foods in 1939, founded by psychiatrist Dr. George Harding. Dr. Harding was committed to providing health for the body and mind with an emphasis on nutrition and vegetarianism. The first products were the meat alternatives Proast (dark meat) and Numete (light meat). Special Foods grew... Read Full Story

We haven't been to the Endless Mountains since November. Our cottage there is not winterized, and spring weekends are filled with activities that keep us in New York City. But 7 months is much too long, and I'm starting to wonder if we'll ever get away. Then, finally, it happens - a free weekend. We arrive after 10 pm on Friday night. A stop for groceries and dinner and a pelting rainfall on back roads has turned a normally 3 1/2 hour trip into an almost endless 6 hour ride, and we are... Read Full Story

Veggie Big B: Amitabh Bachchan has been voted Asia's sexiest vegetarian male in a survey conducted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Cutest on the list: Kareena Kapoor is not only receiving compliments for her size zero but also for turning vegetarian. TV's style diva: Mandira aka 'Shanti' Bedi claims that a vegetarian diet offers more variety, more energy and longevity. Bikini act: Esha Deol has been a die-hard vegetarian over the years following her mum's... Read Full Story

4 large leeks (you need 1lb/450g, after trimming) 6 oz (175g) butternut squash (peeled weight) 1 large onion, peeled (approx. 4oz/110g) 1 teaspoon butter 1½ pints (850 ml) vegetable stock (I used Marigold Swiss Vegetable Bouillon powder) 10 fl oz (275 ml) semi-skimmed milk 1½ tablespoons snipped chives salt and freshly milled black pepper1: If you’re using the pristine-looking leeks from the supermarket, don’t be deceived: minute particles of sandy grit can lurk beneath the tightly... Read Full Story

This is my original recipe and can be either vegetarian or meat based. It also freezes well - just thaw, heat and add cream or yoghurt before serving. It's delicious and well worth the extra steps of roasting and pureeing. Enjoy! Read Full Story