To me, the revelation of this vegetarian sausage roll recipe was like traveling back in time to the happy days of childhood, when my mom would serve fancy appetizers, hot out of the oven, to guests on special occasions. (Courtesy of ButteredVeg.com) You may share a similar memory. But now you’re committed to a healthier…
Is a Flexitarian Diet Right for You?
There’s an ongoing dietary movement shifting focus away from animal products toward plant foods; this is no secret. And there are many reasons people might limit or avoid meat, including religious beliefs, concern for the ethical treatment of animals, health concerns, and concerns about the well-being of the planet. While most people think of vegetarian…
Australian Study Finds Eating Meat Extends Life Expectancy
Researchers at the University of Adelaide in South Australia have found that eating meat provides important benefits for overall human health and life expectancy. Published in the International Journal of General Medicine on Feb. 22, the study looked into the overall health effects of total meat consumption in over 170 countries. Researchers found that the consumption of energy…
Roasted Delicata Squash Is a Worthy Addition to Your Table
When I look in the squash stall at the market and eye delicata squash I get excited. Here’s a seasonal vegetable that has so many delicious elements to it. I love its colorful exterior, with green and yellow stripes; its rich, creamy, almost buttery interior; and being able to eat the delicate, edible skin. The…
Turn Cauliflower Into ‘Couscous’ for a Light Summer Side
Couscous is an excellent side dish or vegetarian option that is perfect for outdoor dining. It can be served warm or cold, has a satisfying kick of spice, and is healthy to boot. Just a plate of couscous, you think? Well, not quite. Unlike Middle Eastern couscous, which is made with tiny grains of semolina…
Cooking With Eggplant, the Queen of Summer Vegetables
It is said that there are over 100 recipes for eggplants in Turkish cuisine. I am not sure if that’s true or not, but what I can tell you is that the eggplant, in all its shapes and sizes, is an essential ingredient in global cuisines from Calcutta to New Orleans. To me, the eggplant…
Smoky Quinoa Taco Bowls Are the Ultimate High-Protein, Veggie-Packed Lunch
With the rare exception of pizza (I prefer plain cheese), I’m all about the toppings. Give me all the candy at the frozen yogurt shop, load up my bagel with every veggie in the store, and top my pancakes with every berry in sight, please. Of course, my favorite way to eat all the toppings…
A Stew That Satisfies, No Meat Necessary
Who says a meatless meal isn’t filling? Packed with fiber-rich vegetables and chickpeas, this fragrant stew satisfies. If you like, kick-up the spice by adding more jalapeño pepper. This double-batch recipe makes one meal for tonight and one to freeze for up to a month. Curried Chickpea Stew Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 55…
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