tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:02:00 +0000Main DishPastaSaladsEco TipEating OutMexicanFake MeatIndianTofuAbout UsAppetizersArticlesBeansBreakfastEggsMushroomsPeanut ButterProductsRiceSalsaSoupVegetablesWrapshttp://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Shannon)Blogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-3823714626786162291Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:39:00 +00002012-01-30T19:00:38.833-08:00Soup I put leftover crusty bread to good use in my winter version of a classic summer soup, Pappa al Pomodoro. By using jarred tomatoes instead of fresh and swapping out the basil for parsley you can enjoy tomato bread soup all winter long. Use the best quality canned whole tomatoes that you can- preferably with no additional added herbs or spices. If you have tomatoes that you canned yourself, http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2012/01/winter-tomato-bread-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-5145276470108119020Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:20:00 +00002012-02-02T21:05:34.553-08:00SaladsThis crisp tangy salad is a nice side or can work well as a stand-alone meal. Make the cilantro lime vinaigrette by whisking together the first 4 ingredients while slowly drizzling in the olive oil. Add and bit of salt and pepper to taste. Thinly slice the onions. Rinse under cold water to take out the bite. Dry well. Thinly slice the radishes (I used watermelon radishes), toss together with http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2012/01/cilantro-lime-tortilla-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-4186110093600411437Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:26:00 +00002012-01-24T11:19:37.932-08:00Main DishPasta Broccoli rabe (rapini) is in season and I've been eating quite of bit of it during the past few months. One of my favorite ways to prepare it is sautéed with a bit of olive oil, garlic and chili, and served as a side dish. But this time, I decided I wanted to try something a little different I started with my usual preparation, added a few leeks, and used it as a filling for a lasagna. For a http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2012/01/broccoli-rabe-blue-cheese-lasagna.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-7094322651775515123Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:02:00 +00002012-01-17T13:32:11.187-08:00Appetizers This recipe was inspired by one that I found on the Food Network site several years ago and it quickly became a party favorite. It’s easy to swap out the hot dogs for a meat free version to turn this in to a weekday vegetarian friendly appetizer that’s fun for both kids and adults. I make these with organic flour, corn meal, milk and eggs and since they are baked, not deep fried, I feel http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2012/01/mini-veggie-corn-dogs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-4258394291694952560Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:31:00 +00002012-01-14T18:27:11.889-08:00SaladsToss together a few handfuls of thinly sliced cabbage, radishes, ½ of an avocado and you'll have a salad that's&nbsp;easy, tasty and nutritious that will leave you satisfied and full. For the dressing whisk together fresh squeezed lime juice, a bit of fresh crushed garlic (a little goes a long way), a drizzle of honey, a bit of salt and fresh ground pepper. Whisk the ingredients together while http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2012/01/cabbage-radish-avocado-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-6407921450608962831Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:25:00 +00002011-12-06T14:51:19.684-08:00Pasta The day after Thanksgiving usually means a fridge full of leftovers. I decided to put the extra baked sweet potatoes to good use and make ravioli. For a vegan version I used an eggless pasta dough, a sage infused olive oil and instead of shaving parmesan over the ravioli, I sprinkled them with a chopped walnut mixture which added a nutty saltiness similar to parmesan cheese. These were so http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2011/12/sweet-potato-ravioli-with-walnut.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-373164701434642287Sat, 03 Dec 2011 01:53:00 +00002012-01-24T11:01:34.024-08:00Salads Farro is one of those grains that does not get enough attention. It's perfect for soups and salads and hardy enough to satisfy as a main meal. Every time I make a farro salad I always wonder why I don’t do it the more often. The nutty, sweet texture works particularly well with dried fruit so in keeping with the sprit of the holiday season we added dried cranberries and tossed it in a simple http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2011/12/farro-salad-with-carrots-fennel-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-5284354013009363884Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:26:00 +00002011-12-04T14:19:36.030-08:00Eating OutMain DishSo it’s a Tuesday night and you get a hankering for a burger. Well if you live in San Francisco you’re in luck. Mosey on down to Roam for one of the tastiest veggie burgers around. And it’s not a Garden or Boca burger, not that those are bad I just don’t want to eat them at a restaurant. Roam’s veggie burger patties are house made, organic, vegan and gluten free. And if that is not enough of a http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2011/11/roam-artisan-burgers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-6452197717381893650Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:47:00 +00002011-11-30T08:59:26.590-08:00Main DishMushroomsPasta<!--StartFragment--> This weekend I found myself the lucky recipient of a bag of fresh golden chanterelles. I know not everyone get as excited about these things as I do, but I felt like a kid on Christmas morning! If you have not had the opportunity to cook with chanterelles, I highly recommend it. Not only are they delicious they are high in potassium, vitamin A and D, and contain amino http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2011/11/chanterelle-pasta.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-671228693307421233Wed, 18 Mar 2009 17:34:00 +00002012-01-24T11:19:22.010-08:00Eco Tip Look for dairy products sold in reusable containers. It’s simple: you pay a deposit for the container at the time of purchase and you are refunded the amount of your deposit the next time you bring back the empty jar, bottle or crock. This may sound a little old fashioned, but think of all the containers that we can keep out of landfills or all of the resources that can be conserved if we http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/eco-tip-of-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-6851618763172754218Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:44:00 +00002011-06-10T07:45:32.402-07:00BreakfastEggsMain DishWe all know today is the day to wear green, but don’t forget to eat your greens! This recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 3/4 cup sliced potatoes, 1/4 inch thick1/4 cup sliced onions3 eggsOlive oil1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme1 tablespoon water1 cup chopped mustard greensParmesan CheeseVinaigrette Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat a bit of olive oil in a 10 inch cast iron http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/green-eggs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-883372437463824725Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:48:00 +00002012-01-24T11:02:04.473-08:00Main Dish It was cold and raining and we had a hankering for some comfort food. These vegetable pot pies hit the spot. Warm, comforting and full of flavor. We topped the pot pies with an olive oil whole wheat crust. The dough is a little harder to work with so be patient with it. The whole wheat crust adds a nutty flavor that compliments the mushroom gravy and it’s so much more nutritious. Ingredients: http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/vegetable-pot-pies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-4239691968357583845Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:42:00 +00002011-12-02T21:27:16.089-08:00Eating OutSome nights I’m too tired or just plain too lazy to cook. Lucky for me I live close to Taboun, A Middle Eastern restaurant in Cole Valley on Parnassus @ Stanyan. The menu is filled with tasty vegetarian options such as the falafel plate, an eggplant wrap and my favorite, the vegetarian combo.The vegetarian combo comes with hummus, baba ghanouj, tabouleh, tomato cumber salad, falafel, dolmas and http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/eating-out-taboun-san-francisco.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-71928016998225769Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:05:00 +00002009-03-11T14:46:46.819-07:00Main DishTofuYou may recognize the Orange Cashew Tofu from our January posting. We jazzed it up a bit and added broccoli and onion. It was so yummy we wanted to share this alternate version. 1 10 to 12 oz block of firm tofu cut into 1/4 inch pieces1/2 cup unsalted roasted cashews1 cup broccoli cut into 2 inch pieces1/4 cup sliced onionAbout 2 teaspoons olive oil5 Scallions cut into 1/2 pieces- use both the http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/orange-cashew-tofu-with-broccoli.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-1782767389373575297Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:11:00 +00002012-01-24T11:11:11.090-08:00 Next time you make a grilled cheese sandwich, kick up the nutrition by adding a handful of fresh healthy chopped greens. We made ours with Japanese red mustard greens for a little added kick. These peppery greens are loaded with nutrients and are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber. Chopped red or green chard or spicy arugula would also be excellent choices. Our http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/sneak-in-greens.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-7436060222268698380Sat, 07 Mar 2009 18:40:00 +00002009-03-07T10:42:17.124-08:00SaladsFrisée is a member of the chicory family. The leaves are thin and delicate but they are very crisp with a lovely slight bitter taste. Frisée salads work very well with a white wine, champagne or lemon vinaigrette. Spicy, crisp colorful radishes are a nice compliment with this salad. Champagne vinaigrette: 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon finely mined http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/frisee-radish-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-3167383619598763992Fri, 06 Mar 2009 20:15:00 +00002009-03-06T12:41:11.210-08:00PastaNothing says spring like green garlic and peas. Toss them in a pasta with a little cream and serve with crusty whole grain bread, a light frisée radish salad, a glass of crisp sauvignon blanc and you have a perfect, yummy spring comfort meal. Many people seem intimidated with the idea of shelling peas. This is just silly. It only takes a few extra minutes to prepare and the taste is so much more http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/pasta-with-peas-green-garlic-and-cream.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-7888611115095238085Tue, 03 Mar 2009 18:01:00 +00002009-03-17T20:07:50.001-07:00Peanut ButterThe best way to know what is in your food is to make it yourself.Overall, homemade peanut butter costs about the same to make it as is does to buy it, but there are so many added benefits to making your own. You won’t believe how easy it is and the flavor of freshly roasted peanut butter is amazing. But the biggest benefit is that you control the ingredients.Most commercial brands of peanut http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/homemade-peanut-butter.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-4279813988526456988Mon, 02 Mar 2009 01:01:00 +00002012-01-24T11:18:34.289-08:00Main Dish This Chow Mein is filled with crunchy, fresh, healthy vegetables. Make extra, this re-heats well and makes great leftovers. 3 Stalks Celery sliced 2 Carrots sliced ½ Medium Onion sliced 1 Cup Firm Tofu cut into ½ inch pieces 1 Cup Broccoli cut into florets ¼ Cup Snow Peas 1 Cup BeanSprouts Olive Oil Sesame Oil Braggs Liquid Aminos or Soy Sauce 1 Pack Chow Mein Noodles- We used O’Hanna House http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/03/vegetable-chow-mein.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-3586998979548839578Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:16:00 +00002009-02-27T11:26:06.101-08:00Eco TipProductsOnce you discover waxed paper bags you’ll never go back to those landfill clogging plastic baggies. Do you really need to pack your peanut butter sandwich for a few hours in a bag that will stay in a landfill for over 1000 years, ugh, I mean FOREVER?Natural Value Unbleached Natural Waxed Paper Bags are landfill safe, non-toxic when incinerated and will not contaminate ground water (or your food) http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/eco-tip-of-week_27.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-8429339895338077152Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:54:00 +00002009-02-18T15:19:05.570-08:00Eating OutIf you live in San Francisco chances are you’ve heard of Rosamunde Sausage Grill. It's a fantastic little place in the Lower Haight. They have a small counter where you can eat, but most people take their order next door to one of two bars- The Toronado or Mad Dog and the Fog and eat their sausage with a nice cold beer. Yum. I know, this is the Weekday Vegetarian, but at the bottom of a long listhttp://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/eating-out-rosamunde-san-francisco.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-6590836494327991112Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:48:00 +00002011-06-10T07:56:13.074-07:00PastaHomemade gnocchi. Special enough for a Sunday supper but easy enough to make any night of the week. If you think gnocchi is hard to make, then you haven’t tried making it. For 2 generous servings:1 lb of potatoes About a cup of flourThe best potatoes to use are boiling (waxy) potatoes- such as white round. Bake the potatoes in a 350 degree oven for 45 min to an hour or until soft. When the http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/gnocchi.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-2024837271124265553Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:54:00 +00002009-02-13T11:59:09.939-08:00Most people have heard of or tried soy, rice or almond milk. But what about hemp milk? This is a great alternative for people with dairy, soy or nut allergies. It is thicker and creamier than soy or rice milk and it does not contain any added oils such as safflower or canola oils like the ones found in rice milk One of the best reasons to try it is hemp is extremely rich in Omega 3 and Omega 6 http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/hemp-milk.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-2623652981633930470Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:58:00 +00002009-02-12T14:34:39.669-08:00Eco TipLundberg rice taste great, but that’s not the only reason why we love it. Recently they removed the re-closable zipper from their 2 pound bags of rice. This saves about 15% of the material used to make each bag and they note that this will save 35,000.00 pounds of plastic from landfills every year! I never knew those convenient little zippers used so much additional plastic. So in the future, http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/eco-tip-of-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5507505134340546620.post-8846428516149559431Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:43:00 +00002012-01-24T11:20:31.387-08:00Main DishMexican When eating a vegetarian diet it is easy to replace meat with pasta, bread and tortillas and most of time we use the white flour versions of these products. Unfortunately white flour has been stripped of the bran and germ- the parts with all of the fiber and nutrition. All that’s left is the white starchy part with no nutritional value. When white flour breaks down it turns into glucose. http://theweekdayvegetarian.blogspot.com/2009/02/whole-wheat-tortilla-burrito.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Shannon)1