True to being the renegade that I am and the one who gravitates toward the “bright shiny objects”, I am going to use both Gravenstein and pink pearl apples in this recipe which I initially made at the Gravenstein apple fair in Sebastopol, California> I included this recipe in my cookbook The New Fast Food. It’s still a winner, and easily changed to suit your
To Meat or Not to Meat: That is the Vegan Plant-Based Burger Question?
I have been vegan for more than fifteen years. And for twice as long I have been a Registered Dietitian, chef instructor and culinary educator. Years ago, I didn’t have to think much about “fake meat” because it didn’t really exist. But these days, it feels like I get a piece of daily news about what new non-meat is on the market or what will
Soy Yogurt and Savory Oats in the Instant Pot
Post Valentine’s Day Back to Reality Now that you have been bombarded with Valentine’s Day chocolate and sweets, let’s get back to some kind of non-sugar normalcy. Is this possible? It is such as sugar-filled world. I find even the original types of some plant milk too sweet for me. I buy unsweetened whenever possible. And I make my own soy yogurt because it’s not
How to Sprout Beans in Vegan Under Pressure
Sprouting beans can make them more flavorful, nutritious and easier to digest. It’s rare that I spend time reading my own cookbook, except when I want to cook a recipe that I have not cooked in a while. Some of my recipes like Herbed Polenta, Creamy Dreamy Zucchini Chowder and Shane’s Fabulous Lentil Soup are committed to memory. Others less so. Recently, I was searching
15 Vegan Pumpkin Recipes to Try This Fall
Fall is a wonderful season with a bounty of produce. Apples, pumpkins and other squashes plus grains, beans and nuts are all in their peak. As the weather cools warm spices can be introduced to create comforting food that excites the palette. The bounty of fall is a wonderful excuse to try new recipes and revive some of your old favorites. These 15 Vegan Pumpkin
Black Bean, Wild Rice and Millet Veggie Burgers
I used to use my Mealthy Crisp Lid to make tofu, tempeh, and vegetables such as mushrooms, squash, and mock French (or sweet potato) fries. Then, I made some Black Bean, Wild Rice, and Millet Veggie Burgers. These days, I use my Cuisinart Toaster Oven Air Fryer to do the same job. I often bake these burgers on parchment on the regular baking sheet rather
Fresh Shelling Beans: How to Cook Shellies in Your Instant Pot
Fresh shelling beans or “shellies” such as black-eyed peas, crowder peas, and butter beans can be hard to come by. Shelling beans have edible seeds, but the pods must be removed which can be a cumbersome and time-consuming task. Many farmers prefer to let the beans dry before harvesting because the beans are easier to remove from the pods and they are a shelf-stable crop
Tempeh “Fish” Tacos – Plus a GIVEAWAY of Fermentation Book: Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments
Fermented foods are excellent for the digestive system. They are filled with beneficial bacteria which can help to balance the good bacteria in our guts and aid in digestion. Plus, fermented foods can be delicious. Kristen and Christopher Shockey continue to explore fermentation in their latest book Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments (I’m giving away a copy, so be sure to see the
Instant Pot® Baked Beans – Stay Cool and Cook This Summer Favorite in Your Pressure Cooker
Even though the weather is still less than ideal in some parts of the US and elsewhere, outdoor grilling season is upon us. As summer rolls in, so do the invitations to picnics, pool parties, and myriad outdoor gatherings. None of those outings ever seem complete unless we fire up the grill and load the table with summer favorites like pasta salad, potato salad, and
How to Make Delicious Meals with Leftover Vegetables
The only thing worse than a bad meal is a drawer full of wasted leftover vegetables. I LOVE my veggies and hate to see them get thrown out. If you’re wondering how to make delicious meals with leftover vegetables in the Instant Pot®. I can guide you. Finding Joy Last month was a crazy busy month for me, and I spent a lot of time