Pasta with Chickpeas, Tomato, and Spinach

Pasta with Chickpeas, Tomato, and Spinach Chickpeas, tomatoes, spinach and a hint of rosemary make this delicious pasta dish. Served warm with a sprinkle of Parmesan, this quick and easy recipe makes a perfect weeknight meal. 1 small yellow onion (peeled and chopped...

Vegetarian City Tacos

Vegetarian City Tacos This recipe’s filling is made by grinding walnuts and cauliflower with spices and then toasting the mixture on a pan in the oven. 1 cup walnuts2 cups cauliflower florets (about one small head)1 jalapeno pepper (seeds and stems removed)2...

Veggie Taco Bowl

Veggie Taco Bowl Here is a great way to use a vegetarian meaty taco filling made with roasted cauliflower and walnuts. 1 cup walnuts1 cup cauliflower florets (about one small head)1 jalapeno pepper (seeds and stems removed)2 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground...

Raw Food vs. Cooked Food: A Nutrient Analysis

Which foods contain more nutrients – raw or cooked? The answer isn’t as clear as you might expect. There are many different food preparation methods, with some involving heat to bake, steam, roast, or fry; we eat other foods raw, and some foods dried or sprouted. Each...

New Plant-Based Burger Choices

  Veggie burgers originated in England in 1982 as a plant-based ‘hamburger’ option for people who preferred a vegetarian eating style. That first product was sold as a dry mix; simply add water, form it into a patty, and cook. Gardenburger released the first...

Meatless Meatballs

    Meatless Meatballs Using garbanzo flour makes a great meatless meatball. Garbanzo flour is high in fiber and when it is cooked in the tomato sauce it is terrific! No one will ever know! 1 Cup garbanzo bean flour1/2 Cup chopped onions1 jalapeno pepper...