Combine the lentils, garlic, bay leaf, onion, carrot and water in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Add salt to taste (1 to 2 teaspoons), reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 35 to 45 minutes until the lentils are tender. Remove from the heat. and discard the onion, carrot, garlic cloves and bay leaf. Drain through a strainer set over a bowl.
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion, and garlic and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. (If the vegetables seem dry, add a little olive oil.) Stir in the carrots, paprika (if using), half the split peas, thyme and 8 cups stock or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partly covered, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes until peas are tender.
This weeknight turkey chili is perfect for a cool evening, and makes wonderful leftovers for lunch the following day. You can substitute ground beef or veg. protein crumbles depending on what you have on hand. Ingredients1 tablespoon olive oil2 pounds ground turkey, white and dark combined2 cups coarsely chopped onions2 tablespoons chopped garlic1 large sweet […]
Drop the 1/4 garlic clove into a food processor and add the lemon juice. Pour the tahini on top, making sure to scrape it all out of the container, and add the salt and cumin. Process until the mixture looks peanut-buttery, about 1 minute.
This antioxidant-rich super grain salad is a perfect dish to use as a side or as a quick vegan lunch on the go! The sweetness of the cherries, nuttiness from the pecans and super grains and freshness of the watercress and herbs play off of one another in this delicious and light dish. This salad […]
This recipe features a variety of seeds, and the combination of colors and textures is impressive, but you can use fewer types—just make sure the chia seeds are in there and the amount of finished crackers is the same Ingredients8 Servings3/4 cup old-fashioned oats1/3 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)1/3 cup raw sunflower seeds3 cups sesame […]
This recipe is great to keep in the fridge during busy weeks. It’s perfect for parties or can be a healthy side dish on its own. You can even serve it as black bean salsa with tortilla chips.
These Marinated Pinto Bean Tacos are healthy, vegan and super simple. With just a few ingredients and 30 minutes, you can have Taco Tuesday at home! Details:Prep Time 10 minutesCook Time 20 minutesTotal Time 30 minutesServings 8 tacos Ingredients8 flour tortillas taco sized2 cans pinto beans drained and rinsed1 cup salsa.75 cup vegetable stock1 white […]
In a food processor blend all sauce ingredients until creamy texture is achieved. This should take about 5-10 minutes of blending. Store in your refrigerator for up to two weeks in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
Place butter in a microwave safe dish, place beside popcorn and cook for another 15 seconds. Remove from microwave and carefully open, watching for steam. Pour melted butter over and quickly add chocolate and salt.
