Tofu-Tater Microwave Casserole5 medium potatos, chopped15 baby carrots1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)12 oz silken tofu1/4 tsp tumeric1 tbsp italian seasoning1 tsp garlic powder1/4 cup soy milk Place potatoes, baby carrots, and onions in a small glass baking dish. Put all other ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend on high until mixture is liqufied. Pour over contents of baking dish. Microwave, covered, on high for twenty minutes. Read Full Story

Sometimes, a girl just needs a little comfort food. Good ol' bright-orange mac n' cheese brings everyone back to the days of oblivian before he/she understood cows paid a dear price for that bowl disturbingly-colored goo. This version makes cows happy!Happy Shells1 cup cooked shells2 slices of vegan "cheese"2 TBSP margarine1 TSP garlic saltPlace all ingredients in bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, stir. Eat. Read Full Story

Mmmm...lasagna is sexy. Well, I can't promise that these roll-ups will make members of the opposite sex fall at your feet, but it can't hurt. This lasagna is wayyyyyyyyyyy lower in fat and calories than traditional lasagna. I reckon each roll probably has somewhere between 80 to 100 calories. Not bad at all compared to a usual 500-calorie-a-tiny-slice sort.Lusty Lasagna Roll-ups5 whole wheat lasagna noodles1/2 cup unthawed frozen spinach1 12 oz package of firm silken tofu (I used mori... Read Full Story

So the other night, I was chilling out, sipping on some kava tea, when all of the sudden inspiration struck: I could make my own veggie burgers!!!! Anyways, this idea resulted in hours slaving in front of a hot stove (actually it was only 30 minutes) and I concocted this prototype recipe, which was omnivore approved. I may later issue a revisal, but I thought this was pretty darn good for my first try!Cajun Blackbean Burgers1 can of black beans1/8 cup chopped onions1 1/2 cups veggie broth... Read Full Story

Spaghetti Squash is a great, wonderful thing. An entire squash only has 2 weight watchers points! Alas, this wonderful goddess of low calorie foods usually requires up to an hour or more in an oven. Ick. Luckily, I've come to your rescue and discovered that this wonderful squash can be microwaved!! You can cheer now. Super Spaghetti Squash Salad 1 medium spaghetti squash2 roma tomatos1/2 cup of snap peas1/8 cup chopped onionItalian seasoning1 tsp minced garlic (I buy jars of it from... Read Full Story

This dish is delish. It's super easy and quick to make, and really great for when you need a boost of healthy fat, whole grains, and protein!Peanut Slam Noodles1 bundle of Soba noodles1 tbsp peanut butter1 tbsp soy sauce1/4 cup snow peasvegtable brothbig mictowave save bowl.Place soba noodles in bowl, add veggie broth to cover noodles, microwave for about 7-10 minutes (depending on your microwave). Drain pasta until there's just a little bit of liquid left in the bottom of the bowl... Read Full Story

This dish is delish. It's super easy and quick to make, and really great for when you need a boost of healthy fat, whole grains, and protein!Peanut Slam Noodles1 bundle of Soba noodles1 tbsp peanut butter1 tbsp soy sauce1/4 cup snow peasvegtable brothbig mictowave save bowl.Place soba noodles in bowl, add veggie broth to cover noodles, microwave for about 7-10 minutes (depending on your microwave). Drain pasta until there's just a little bit of liquid left in the bottom of the bowl... Read Full Story

Seitan, sweet potatoes, sweet jesus. Seitan ala Orange12-16 oz box seitanvegtable broth1/4 cup orange marmalade1tbsp blue bonnet light (or equivalent)2 tablespoons ketchup1 tsp liquid smokebaby carrotscornstarch to thickenFollow the directions on the box to make the seitan, but use vegtable broth instead of plain water for the liquid. Place seitan in pan and cover with vegtable broth. Add ketchup, liquid smoke and baby carrots. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for 45 min-60 min. remove s... Read Full Story

Seitan, sweet potatoes, sweet jesus. Seitan ala Orange12-16 oz box seitanvegtable broth1/4 cup orange marmalade1tbsp blue bonnet light (or equivalent)2 tablespoons ketchup1 tsp liquid smokebaby carrotscornstarch to thickenFollow the directions on the box to make the seitan, but use vegtable broth instead of plain water for the liquid. Place seitan in pan and cover with vegtable broth. Add ketchup, liquid smoke and baby carrots. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for 45 min-60 min. remove s... Read Full Story

Every now and again, I get a craving for a nice sandwich. But as a vegan, what does one place in between those healthful slices of whole grain? Luckily, there is a myriad of possibilities. Ahh...the power of hummus...Goodwich2 slices of bread (durr)2 tbsp hummus1 handful of alf-alfa sprouts or lettuce4 thin slices of tomato2-3 thinly sliced mushroomsSpread hummus on bread. Layer vegtables. Eat. Reapeat. Read Full Story