I have to tell you about my awesome vegan anniversary weekend in the city! Since my wonderful husband forgot to make reservations we stayed at the Crown Plaza rather than the Holiday Inn (no complaints, I never stayed in a place that required your key card to access your floor in the elevator). The place he wanted for dinner, which I wasn't about to complain about because I could happily eat there, was booked. So I made a reservation at Horizon, on South Street, a completely vegan restaurant.
Saturday we drove to Philadelphia around noon, arrived about 1:30. First stop, Firehouse Museum, better than I expected. Really neat stuff, I learned a lot about fire fighting history in the city. Then we went to check into the hotel. The room wasn't ready, so free cocktails (for ET only of course), then toss the bags in the room and walk around the corner to the Mutter Museum. Also incredibly interesting. I've been there before but it was years ago. Really awesome. Then back to the room. Quick shower and grab a taxi to dinner. Absolutely delicious dinner. The most expensive part of our trip but that's because ET's hotel points paid for our hotel. Really wonderful. And ET admitted, he doesn't have to worry about his shellfish allergies in a place like that. It was relaxing and delectable. We both agreed, we'll go back. Then we walked to Moriarti's (not sure how to spell that). There is a place on South St called the Loving Hut. I will have to try it out, but I'm pretty sure it's the same chain as the one we ate at in Orlando. If that's the case, I can't wait to go with Shelley! We walked to the bar, ET's friend we thought worked there was not working that night, so we walked to Broad St which was closed for the Philadelphia Festival of the Arts. The festival was almost over and about half the tables were closed down. They had tables set up to eat at and rocks surrounding tons of flowers. It was indescribable. I never ever would have guessed I'd see Broad St look like that. After seeing some of the odd events going on there we walked back to our hotel, which I must point out, was a longer walk then expected.
Sunday morning, because the lounge was closed, we had free room service breakfast. Yummy! Oatmeal and fruit. Easily vegan while ET ate every kind of meat he could get. Then we showered and packed up and headed home. We missed out baby girl. It was fun to get away, but coming home is always great.
Greaning and Cleaning My Life A new chapter to a healthier lifestyle, Vegan and Organic (in all parts of my life that I can control)
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Vegan and Pregnant
Info from: http://vegfamily.com/
These are the top concerns when pregnant. I personally have an excel sheet that on random days I keep track of everything I eat and make sure I'm getting enough of everything. If I am a little short (like last week I was low on protein) than I make sure to pay more attention to it. The easiest way, I find to keep track is by using babyfit.sparkpeople.com. You just enter in everything you eat and they figure out all the vitamins for you. I did have to change some of the levels they had set, I researched and found these numbers to be more accurate. Remember, you only need an extra 300 calories a day during pregnancy.
Some things I noticed pregnant vegans need to pay attention to, is adding protein to snacks and making sure to include it in every meal. Snacks of nuts was the easiest for me. Also make sure to eat enough raw foods, remember nutrients are lost in the cooking process.
Suggested power foods include: broccoli, wheat germ, nutritional yeast, flaxseed, fruit juices (100% fruit juice and fortified), fortified soymilk and tofu.
I don't usually follow The Kind Life, but in my search to find info about vegan pregnancy, I read an article about Alicia Silverstone being pregnant and starting a vegan pregnancy blog. Her site says coming soon, so I will keep you posted. For now this is what I got. I'm sure I'll update you soon.
Protein
They always, pregnant or not ask about protein. During pregnancy you need 60 to 66 grams per day.
Foods high in protein: Beans, tempeh, brown rice, barley, whole wheat, tofu, legumes such as peas, lentils, and garbanzo beans, soymilk, nuts and seeds, nut butters, veggie burgers, and veggie deli slices.
Calcium
Baby will deplete your calcium if you don't get enough each day. Go for 1000 milligrams per day.
Foods high in calcium: Calcium fortified orange juice, fortified soymilk, broccoli, bok choy, kale, figs, tofu made with calcium carbonate, almonds, and tahini.
Iron
You need iron for red blood cells, your doctor will recommend a supplement, but make sure you get 30 milligrams per day, minimum.
Foods high in iron: Dark leafy greens, beans, legumes, tofu, nuts and seeds, dried fruits like raisins and apricots, whole and enriched grains, sorghum molasses.
Zinc
"Zinc deficiency has been associated with spontaneous abortion and congenital malformations." Get 15 to 30 milligrams per day.
Foods high in zinc: Whole grains, green leafy vegetables, mushrooms, nuts and seeds like tahini, legumes, tofu, miso, wheat germ, miso, and nutritional yeast. Fortified cereals also contain good sources of zinc, read the labels.
B12
B12 deficiency can lead to weakness, loss of reflexes, failure to thrive, delayed development, muscle wasting, and irreversible brain damage. Be certain you're getting enough B12 every day! Most vegans take B12 supplements. Requirement: 3 micrograms per day.
Foods high in B12: Nutritional Yeast (Red Star Vegetarian Support Formula), fortified nondairy beverages, fortified juices, cereals, meat substitutes. Beware seaweed and fermented soyfoods as they are not necessarily reliable sources of B12.
Folic Acid
A lack of folic acid in your body can cause spina bifida and neural tube defects in your children. Requirement: 600 micrograms per day.
Foods high in folic acid: Green leafy vegetables (spinach, asparagus, broccoli, romaine lettuce), oranges and orange juice, corn, green beans, beets, peas, peanut butter, whole wheat bread, bran breakfast cereals, dried beans, peas and lentils, nuts, and seeds.
Vitamin D
"Without enough vitamin D in your diet, your baby could be born with rickets. There are two ways to get vitamin D... from exposure to sunlight or from food. If you can spend 15 minutes a day getting sun on your hands, arms, and face, your body will probably make enough vitamin D. If you live in colder climates or don't go outside much, then turn to food or supplements to get enough."
Requirement: 5 - 10 micrograms per day.
Foods high in vitamin D: Fortified cereals, and possibly soymilk. Read labels.
Essential Fatty Acids
You need omega-3 and omega-6. Most vegans probably get enough omega-6, but they don't usually get enough omega-3. You need both in your diet to make DHA, which is essential for visual acuity and brain development in your infant. Consider taking a DHA supplement. Although many are made in gel caps, you can open them up and squeeze out the liquid.
Requirement: 4 to 5 grams per day.
Foods high in omega-3's: Canola oil, safflower oil, olive oil, flaxseed oil, and avocados, and to some extent whole grains, legumes, and nuts.
Vitamin A
This is something you don't need to worry about. Many things you eat regularly probably have vitamin A.
Requirement: 800 micrograms per day.
Foods high in vitamin A: Sweet potatoes, carrots, squash, apricots, mangoes, cantaloupe, collards, and kale.
Vitamin C
"Vitamin C is also another vitamin that is extremely plentiful in a vegan diet."
Requirement: 85 milligrams per day.
Foods high in vitamin C: Strawberries, oranges, lemons, broccoli, tomatoes, red and green peppers, and juices made with 100% fruit juice.
These are the top concerns when pregnant. I personally have an excel sheet that on random days I keep track of everything I eat and make sure I'm getting enough of everything. If I am a little short (like last week I was low on protein) than I make sure to pay more attention to it. The easiest way, I find to keep track is by using babyfit.sparkpeople.com. You just enter in everything you eat and they figure out all the vitamins for you. I did have to change some of the levels they had set, I researched and found these numbers to be more accurate. Remember, you only need an extra 300 calories a day during pregnancy.
Some things I noticed pregnant vegans need to pay attention to, is adding protein to snacks and making sure to include it in every meal. Snacks of nuts was the easiest for me. Also make sure to eat enough raw foods, remember nutrients are lost in the cooking process.
Suggested power foods include: broccoli, wheat germ, nutritional yeast, flaxseed, fruit juices (100% fruit juice and fortified), fortified soymilk and tofu.
I don't usually follow The Kind Life, but in my search to find info about vegan pregnancy, I read an article about Alicia Silverstone being pregnant and starting a vegan pregnancy blog. Her site says coming soon, so I will keep you posted. For now this is what I got. I'm sure I'll update you soon.
Protein
They always, pregnant or not ask about protein. During pregnancy you need 60 to 66 grams per day.
Foods high in protein: Beans, tempeh, brown rice, barley, whole wheat, tofu, legumes such as peas, lentils, and garbanzo beans, soymilk, nuts and seeds, nut butters, veggie burgers, and veggie deli slices.
Calcium
Baby will deplete your calcium if you don't get enough each day. Go for 1000 milligrams per day.
Foods high in calcium: Calcium fortified orange juice, fortified soymilk, broccoli, bok choy, kale, figs, tofu made with calcium carbonate, almonds, and tahini.
Iron
You need iron for red blood cells, your doctor will recommend a supplement, but make sure you get 30 milligrams per day, minimum.
Foods high in iron: Dark leafy greens, beans, legumes, tofu, nuts and seeds, dried fruits like raisins and apricots, whole and enriched grains, sorghum molasses.
Zinc
"Zinc deficiency has been associated with spontaneous abortion and congenital malformations." Get 15 to 30 milligrams per day.
Foods high in zinc: Whole grains, green leafy vegetables, mushrooms, nuts and seeds like tahini, legumes, tofu, miso, wheat germ, miso, and nutritional yeast. Fortified cereals also contain good sources of zinc, read the labels.
B12
B12 deficiency can lead to weakness, loss of reflexes, failure to thrive, delayed development, muscle wasting, and irreversible brain damage. Be certain you're getting enough B12 every day! Most vegans take B12 supplements. Requirement: 3 micrograms per day.
Foods high in B12: Nutritional Yeast (Red Star Vegetarian Support Formula), fortified nondairy beverages, fortified juices, cereals, meat substitutes. Beware seaweed and fermented soyfoods as they are not necessarily reliable sources of B12.
Folic Acid
A lack of folic acid in your body can cause spina bifida and neural tube defects in your children. Requirement: 600 micrograms per day.
Foods high in folic acid: Green leafy vegetables (spinach, asparagus, broccoli, romaine lettuce), oranges and orange juice, corn, green beans, beets, peas, peanut butter, whole wheat bread, bran breakfast cereals, dried beans, peas and lentils, nuts, and seeds.
Vitamin D
"Without enough vitamin D in your diet, your baby could be born with rickets. There are two ways to get vitamin D... from exposure to sunlight or from food. If you can spend 15 minutes a day getting sun on your hands, arms, and face, your body will probably make enough vitamin D. If you live in colder climates or don't go outside much, then turn to food or supplements to get enough."
Requirement: 5 - 10 micrograms per day.
Foods high in vitamin D: Fortified cereals, and possibly soymilk. Read labels.
Essential Fatty Acids
You need omega-3 and omega-6. Most vegans probably get enough omega-6, but they don't usually get enough omega-3. You need both in your diet to make DHA, which is essential for visual acuity and brain development in your infant. Consider taking a DHA supplement. Although many are made in gel caps, you can open them up and squeeze out the liquid.
Requirement: 4 to 5 grams per day.
Foods high in omega-3's: Canola oil, safflower oil, olive oil, flaxseed oil, and avocados, and to some extent whole grains, legumes, and nuts.
Vitamin A
This is something you don't need to worry about. Many things you eat regularly probably have vitamin A.
Requirement: 800 micrograms per day.
Foods high in vitamin A: Sweet potatoes, carrots, squash, apricots, mangoes, cantaloupe, collards, and kale.
Vitamin C
"Vitamin C is also another vitamin that is extremely plentiful in a vegan diet."
Requirement: 85 milligrams per day.
Foods high in vitamin C: Strawberries, oranges, lemons, broccoli, tomatoes, red and green peppers, and juices made with 100% fruit juice.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Needed Update
I have not been posting recipes lately. I haven't been taking pictures of my food to be honest. Everything I have made since my last post has either come from Vegan on the Cheap or The Everything Vegan Cookbook. 2 books that no vegan should be without.
I have to go back a read that section I wrote about Skinny Bitch Bun in the oven. Yes, I am pregnant! The next 28 weeks-ish will probably be pregnancy related or raising a vegan child related. We mentioned it to the OB at our last appointment because Evan is worried about it, as long as I can keep my prenatals down with the folic acid, DHA and B12, I'm good. To be honest, I probably eat better than most of her patients, I am not worried at all. To keep Evan happy, I will do a little more research. I have been craving apples and oranges. Weird. I am not interested in salads, but want stir fry for dinner every night. As long as I'm not eating junk and emply calories, I'm good.
I've been doing a lot of yoga lately. I guess it comes with the all natural stuff. I'm about to start being one of those girls that doesn't wear bras, because none of mine fit right anymore and I'm in a lot of pain. Silly boobs, growing before my tummy. The only cleaning supplies I buy anymore are dish soap and laundry detergent and those are all natural. Vinegar cleans everything and I think it's helping get rid of my ants.
We are in the process of buying a house. This is going to be a big process or making an organic home that will probably cause quite a few fights between Evan and I. Organic and natural seem to be a bit more expensive. I already picked out all the appliences, as energy saving and water saving as I could without spending a rediculous amount of money. Most of the house is wood panels so there won't be much painting until we rip it down and throw up dry wall. We're only doing the kitchen and one bathroom, then moving it and doing one room at a time. I will post constantly, I'm sure with the things we choose. I know we are going with ikea cabinets, but not much else has been chosen yet. I'm an super excited!
I have to go back a read that section I wrote about Skinny Bitch Bun in the oven. Yes, I am pregnant! The next 28 weeks-ish will probably be pregnancy related or raising a vegan child related. We mentioned it to the OB at our last appointment because Evan is worried about it, as long as I can keep my prenatals down with the folic acid, DHA and B12, I'm good. To be honest, I probably eat better than most of her patients, I am not worried at all. To keep Evan happy, I will do a little more research. I have been craving apples and oranges. Weird. I am not interested in salads, but want stir fry for dinner every night. As long as I'm not eating junk and emply calories, I'm good.
I've been doing a lot of yoga lately. I guess it comes with the all natural stuff. I'm about to start being one of those girls that doesn't wear bras, because none of mine fit right anymore and I'm in a lot of pain. Silly boobs, growing before my tummy. The only cleaning supplies I buy anymore are dish soap and laundry detergent and those are all natural. Vinegar cleans everything and I think it's helping get rid of my ants.
We are in the process of buying a house. This is going to be a big process or making an organic home that will probably cause quite a few fights between Evan and I. Organic and natural seem to be a bit more expensive. I already picked out all the appliences, as energy saving and water saving as I could without spending a rediculous amount of money. Most of the house is wood panels so there won't be much painting until we rip it down and throw up dry wall. We're only doing the kitchen and one bathroom, then moving it and doing one room at a time. I will post constantly, I'm sure with the things we choose. I know we are going with ikea cabinets, but not much else has been chosen yet. I'm an super excited!
Friday, February 25, 2011
2 good books
The Engine 2 Diet made it very clear that the best part of a vegan diet is the health benefits. The next step is to get rid of white sugars and white flour and the silly junk, that I really don't eat much of anyway. I did the diet for 2 weeks, lost 2 lbs, and feel even healthier, if that's possible. I upped my running to almost 4 miles, depending on how cooperative my daughter is. I'm going to uy a couple copies of this book and distribute it through out my family, so that maybe they get a little healthier too!
The second book I'm almost done reading it Vegan on the Cheap. My first grocery trip using this book's recipes was 40 dollars cheaper than usual, and I hadn't even read the book, only picked some recipes. There's a ton of suggestions to save money. Being vean doesn't have to be expensive. The only complaint, which may be my own fault for picking those recipes, is it's a lot of beans, and to be honest I might have to invest in some bean-o. Ha ha.
The point is, 2 books worth reading!!
The second book I'm almost done reading it Vegan on the Cheap. My first grocery trip using this book's recipes was 40 dollars cheaper than usual, and I hadn't even read the book, only picked some recipes. There's a ton of suggestions to save money. Being vean doesn't have to be expensive. The only complaint, which may be my own fault for picking those recipes, is it's a lot of beans, and to be honest I might have to invest in some bean-o. Ha ha.
The point is, 2 books worth reading!!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Quick Black Bean Burritos
Black Bean Burritos
From: allrecipes.com
This recipe was not vegan, but by simply changing the cream cheese to vegan, I made the recipe vegan! It just keeps getting easier to be vegan! I also added a couple things to the recipe, so I made it my own.
Ingredients
2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno peppers
3 ounces vegan cream cheese
cholula hot sauce (just happens to be my favorite kind of hot sauce)
1/2 a tomato, diced
some shredded lettuce
2 dallops vegan sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
1.Wrap tortillas in foil and place in oven heated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for 15 minutes or until heated through.
2.Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Place onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapenos in skillet, cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Pour beans into skillet, cook 3 minutes stirring.
3.Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to skillet with salt and hot sauce. Cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Stir cilantro into mixture.
4.Spoon mixture evenly down center of warmed tortilla, add tomato, lettuce and sour cream, and salsa and more hot sauce if desired and roll tortillas up. Serve immediately.
From: allrecipes.com
This recipe was not vegan, but by simply changing the cream cheese to vegan, I made the recipe vegan! It just keeps getting easier to be vegan! I also added a couple things to the recipe, so I made it my own.
Ingredients
2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno peppers
3 ounces vegan cream cheese
cholula hot sauce (just happens to be my favorite kind of hot sauce)
1/2 a tomato, diced
some shredded lettuce
2 dallops vegan sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
1.Wrap tortillas in foil and place in oven heated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for 15 minutes or until heated through.
2.Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Place onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapenos in skillet, cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Pour beans into skillet, cook 3 minutes stirring.
3.Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to skillet with salt and hot sauce. Cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally. Stir cilantro into mixture.
4.Spoon mixture evenly down center of warmed tortilla, add tomato, lettuce and sour cream, and salsa and more hot sauce if desired and roll tortillas up. Serve immediately.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Messy Mikes (Vegan-Style Sloppy Joes)
Best recipe I've found for the tempeh, since I'm not big on the flavor of it! But it was a delicious substitute for sloppy joes!
Messy Mikes
From: chooseveg.com
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 8-oz package tempeh, crumbled
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar or other sweetener
1 package burger buns
Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high. Add onion, tempeh, and soy sauce, and saute until onion is tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients, and mix well. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the mixture uncovered, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Serve over burger buns.
Vegan Vittles by J. Stepaniak
Messy Mikes
From: chooseveg.com
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 8-oz package tempeh, crumbled
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar or other sweetener
1 package burger buns
Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high. Add onion, tempeh, and soy sauce, and saute until onion is tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients, and mix well. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the mixture uncovered, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Serve over burger buns.
Vegan Vittles by J. Stepaniak
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Butternut Squash, Roaste Garlic, and Apple Soup
Easy and Yummy!
Butternut Squash, Roaste Garlic, and Apple Soup
From chooseveg.com
1 butternut squash
4 or more garlic cloves
2 green apples, peeled and chopped
salt and pepper to tast
olive oil
4 cups of vegetable stock
Heat a little olive oil and add the garlic cloves (peeled and slightly pressed)
Fry in medium heat until golden. Add the apple and squash. Add salt and pepper and stir. After 2 or 3 minutes add the veggie stock and let simmer until the squash is done.
Blend everything and serve with good bread. Add lemon if desired.
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Butternut Squash, Roaste Garlic, and Apple Soup
From chooseveg.com
1 butternut squash
4 or more garlic cloves
2 green apples, peeled and chopped
salt and pepper to tast
olive oil
4 cups of vegetable stock
Heat a little olive oil and add the garlic cloves (peeled and slightly pressed)
Fry in medium heat until golden. Add the apple and squash. Add salt and pepper and stir. After 2 or 3 minutes add the veggie stock and let simmer until the squash is done.
Blend everything and serve with good bread. Add lemon if desired.
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Breakfast Scramble
You should know I have been desperately looking for a good sustitute for scrambled eggs. I've tried many different things I made up myself, one included tofu, olive oil, salsa and vegan cheddar cheese, which worked out well for many mornings. I just wanted something different today. I put this mixture (excluding thre green onion and I added a little salt and pepper) into a wrap. I expected a little more flavor, but with small alterations, I'm sure I can get something delicious from this recipe. I'll up date you tomorrow.
Breakfast Scramble
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 lb. sausage substitute
1/2 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. firm tofu, drained and crumbled
1 tomato, diced
1 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
2 green onions, minced
Heat oil in a skillet. Add the sausage substitute, onion, and garlic and fry until browned. Add the tofu, tomato, turmeric, and garlic salt and saute for 5 minutes. Add green onions during last minute of cooking.
Breakfast Scramble
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 lb. sausage substitute
1/2 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. firm tofu, drained and crumbled
1 tomato, diced
1 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
2 green onions, minced
Heat oil in a skillet. Add the sausage substitute, onion, and garlic and fry until browned. Add the tofu, tomato, turmeric, and garlic salt and saute for 5 minutes. Add green onions during last minute of cooking.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Slightly Spicy Black Bean Burger
I have to point out that I love cooking with the food processer, although I hate cleaning it, it does all the dirty work and it's usually one of the only things that's needed in prep, this recipe you also need a bowl, but still simple. And quick! I topped with tempeh bacon (first time I tried it and it was a little too salty for me, but your gonna have to make that decision on your own, it's worth trying once) and vegan sliced mozz, lettuce and tomato. I put it on home made rolls, dinner rolls that I made extra large just for this purpose. These burgers were yummy, but tasted like puried black beans, so you will have to enjoy the taste of black beans to enjoy these.
Slightly Spicy Black Bean Burger
From: Vegweb.com
Ingredients:
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, divided
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
garlic powder, to taste
sea salt, to taste
1/4 cup dried vegan bread crumbs
Directions:
1. In a food processor, add onion. Process until minced. Add 1/2 the can black beans. Process until a soup is formed.
2. Add cumin, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and the rest of the black beans. Process until smooth.
3. Transfer bean mixture to a bowl and add vegan bread crumbs. Stir. Spoon onto a lightly oiled skillet. Smooth down with the back of a spoon.
4. Cook 5 minutes over medium-high heat. Flip over patties and cook an additional 5 minutes.
Tastes best with Mexican-style toppings!
Serves: 2-4, Preparation time: 15 minutes
Slightly Spicy Black Bean Burger
From: Vegweb.com
Ingredients:
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, divided
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
garlic powder, to taste
sea salt, to taste
1/4 cup dried vegan bread crumbs
Directions:
1. In a food processor, add onion. Process until minced. Add 1/2 the can black beans. Process until a soup is formed.
2. Add cumin, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and the rest of the black beans. Process until smooth.
3. Transfer bean mixture to a bowl and add vegan bread crumbs. Stir. Spoon onto a lightly oiled skillet. Smooth down with the back of a spoon.
4. Cook 5 minutes over medium-high heat. Flip over patties and cook an additional 5 minutes.
Tastes best with Mexican-style toppings!
Serves: 2-4, Preparation time: 15 minutes
Vegan Freak
I finally finsihed the book, Vegan Freak. Awesome. Very inspiring and helpful. While half of the book is about how to be vegan and remembering why you are doing it, the other half is about dealing with the "harder" things that come along with being vegan. The in-laws, the parents, the great-aunt who cooks with tons of butter and cream, the friend that thinks your crazy, the questions after questions about your health. While it answers most questions, it has references to get more information. The more informed you are, the better you can answer the questions. The happier you are, the more curious others will be about what your doing that makes you feel so great. The biggest message I got from the book was be a happy, healthy vegan. Being miserable doesn't help anything and won't help you convince others to get vegan. Anyway, the point is, it's a great book and all vegans should read it. And listen to the veganfreakradio.com. Funny stuff!
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