Quinoa is really high in protein and makes a great side dish!
Red & White Quinoa
1/2 cup red quinoa (I used Alter Eco Fair Trade brand)
1/2 cup of regular "white" quinoa (I like the organic TruRoots brand)
2 cups of spring or filtered water
Pinch of sea salt
Add quinoa to a pot, and water to cover. Rub the quinoa between the palms of your hands to rinse off the slightly bitter natural coating. Drain the water and refill with new cooking water.
Bring to a boil on high, add a pinch of salt, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Going on a date with a vegan
So, it's always a little challenging when someone asks me out on a date and they want to go out to eat. I have to tell them I am vegan (and explain what the heck that means!) and suggest some choices where we might go. Most guys don't really understand anything about being vegan. If the guy is a big eater, sometimes he is challenged with getting full when he's used to a huge steak, potato and salad and we go to an oriental restaurant!
So, this weekend I have a date with a guy who wanted to make dinner at his place. He wants to have me come and cook with him. He says he's eaten tofu before and liked it. He suggested that we make tofu stir fry. Most of the people I meet haven't the foggiest idea how to make tofu. I mean there's a disgusting way for sure! I know how it tastes good. So, I'll let you know how it goes!! At least he's willing to go to all the effort and willing to try it out himself!
So, this weekend I have a date with a guy who wanted to make dinner at his place. He wants to have me come and cook with him. He says he's eaten tofu before and liked it. He suggested that we make tofu stir fry. Most of the people I meet haven't the foggiest idea how to make tofu. I mean there's a disgusting way for sure! I know how it tastes good. So, I'll let you know how it goes!! At least he's willing to go to all the effort and willing to try it out himself!
Friday, March 4, 2011
No Bake Chocolate Coconut Oatmeal Cookies
Sometimes I have the need for something sweet and delicious and chocolate-y! These really hit the spot!
Ingredients:
• 1/4 cup organic sugar or coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa
• 1/4 – 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 1/2 cups oats
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter or coconut peanut butter
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Directions:
Combine sugar, cocoa, coconut oil and milk in a saucepan. On medium heat, bring to a boil. Once mixture has reached a rolling boil, boil for exactly 1 minute.
Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter and oatmeal. Also stir in shredded coconut if using.
Drop by spoonful onto wax paper. Let cool for at least 30 minutes (place in refrigerator after cooled at room temperature for faster firming). The cookies will become more firm as they sit longer.
Makes approximately 24 cookies, depending on size. Store in refrigerator.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• 1/4 cup organic sugar or coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa
• 1/4 – 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 1/2 cups oats
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter or coconut peanut butter
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Directions:
Combine sugar, cocoa, coconut oil and milk in a saucepan. On medium heat, bring to a boil. Once mixture has reached a rolling boil, boil for exactly 1 minute.
Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter and oatmeal. Also stir in shredded coconut if using.
Drop by spoonful onto wax paper. Let cool for at least 30 minutes (place in refrigerator after cooled at room temperature for faster firming). The cookies will become more firm as they sit longer.
Makes approximately 24 cookies, depending on size. Store in refrigerator.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
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