Mushroom Gravy

• 8 oz mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 cup water
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1/4 c. nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp oregano
• 3 Tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp vegetable bouillon

In a pan set on medium heat, saute mushrooms, onion, and garlic in butter until onions are browned. Transfer to a blender and add all remaining mushroom gravy ingredients. Blend until creamy and smooth. 

Simple Salad with Kefir Cheese Dressing

Makes 1 large salad or 3-4 side salads

Dressing

• 60 grams (1/4 cup) kefir (or labneh) cheese
• 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• fresh ground pepper

Salad

• 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
• 2 tsp olive oil
• fresh ground pepper
• head of lettuce (butter lettuce, romaine, or mixed), washed and dried

In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients and set aside.

In another small bowl, combine tomatoes, oil, salt, and pepper. Allow to sit for a few minutes.

To a large bowl, add lettuce. Carefully mix/fold until lettuce is evenly coated in dressing. Add tomatoes and serve!

Note: If you're not eating the whole salad at once, wait to dress the lettuce and only cut up as many tomatoes as you need. Reduce the amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper to reflect how many tomatoes you're using.

Chickquin Patties

Makes 12 chickquin patties!

• 270 grams chickpeas + water
• 90 grams quinoa + 1 cup water
• 120 grams corn flakes, pulsed in food processor
• 2 carrots, pulsed in food processor
• 1/2 onion, pulsed in food processor
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 1/2 tsp rosemary
• 1/2 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp sage
• 120 grams vital wheat gluten

Using the pot-in-pot method with an Instant Pot, set a glass bowl or jar that has about a 4 cup capacity inside the stainless steel pot. Inside the glass bowl/jar, add 90 grams quinoa and 1 cup of water. Around the glass bowl/jar (in the stainless steel pot itself), add chickpeas and a few cups of water. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 40 minutes.   

Meanwhile, using the food processor, pulse corn flakes then transfer to a small bowl and set aside. Next pulse carrots and onion and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add in nutritional yeast and all spices (everything but the vital wheat gluten). 

Once the Instant Pot is finished, add cooked quinoa to the large bowl. Strain garbanzo beans then transfer to the food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer mashed beans to the large bowl. Add in vital wheat gluten then stir until it comes together. Knead mixture with your hands for 3-5 minutes.

Form chickquin patties by placing a 4" round cookie cutter on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle one tablespoon of ground corn flakes (from the small bowl) into the cookie cutter then pack chickquin mixture into the cookie cutter on top of the corn flakes. Finish each patty by sprinking additional ground corn flakes on top then press the corn flakes into the patty. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes, flipping half way through. 

FREEZING: Allow patties to cool to room temperature before freezing (I like to wrap each patty individually in freezer paper then place all the wrapped patties into a gallon sized zip top bag). To cook from frozen, microwave for 4-5 minutes, flipping half way through. 

Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Garlic Sriracha Aioli

Balsamic Marinated Portobello Mushroom Burgers

• 4 portobello mushroom caps
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• salt & pepper
• toppings: lettuce, tomato, red onion, provolone cheese, garlic sriracha aioli (recipe below)

Prepare mushrooms by twisting off stems and scraping off the gills using a spoon. 

In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, garlic, and spices.

Place mushrooms, smooth side down, into a 9x13" pan. Pour marinade over the mushrooms and allow to sit for 15 minutes, flipping every few minutes.

Over medium heat, preheat a grill pan (or cook outside on a grill). Grill mushrooms for 5-8 minutes per side (or until tender). Serve on a buttered and toasted bun with toppings of your choice!

Garlic Sriracha Aioli. Makes enough for four burgers

• 120 grams (1/2 cup) miracle whip 
• 1 tsp granulated garlic
• 2 tsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp sriracha

Whisk together ingredients then serve.

Vegan Queso

• 1 small yukon gold potato, peeled and diced (choose one weighing between 160-175 grams)
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped (40-50 grams)
• 1/4 yellow onion (50 grams)
• 64 grams raw cashews
• 1 cup water (veggie cooking water)
• 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

In a small pot, boil vegetables until fork tender. 

In a blender, combine cashews and water. Blend for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth. Add remaining ingredients including the boiled vegetables (drain first) and blend once more. Serve with chips or use with tacos.

Diaper Cream

Makes 4 ounces (fluid ounces) of diaper cream

• 36 grams shea butter
• 36 grams coconut oil
• 12 grams beeswax
• 12 grams sweet almond oil
• 1 Tbsp zinc oxide
• 1 Tbsp arrowroot powder

Sesame Tofu with Broccoli

• 1 block extra firm tofu
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 Tbsp corn starch
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 4 cloves garlic
• 55 grams brown sugar
• 2-3 tsp grated ginger root
• 16 oz frozen broccoli florets
• 1 onion, thinly sliced

Drain and press tofu by placing it on plate lined with a clean cloth then setting a heavy dinner plate on top of the tofu. Allow to rest for 30-90 minutes.

Cut tofu into bite sized cubes then place onto a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.

Meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, water, sesame oil, and corn starch. Whisk until there are no traces of corn starch. Add sesame seeds, garlic, and ginger then whisk again. Set aside.

In a large pan, saute broccoli and onion over medium heat until broccoli is tender and onion begins to brown. Add water to prevent sticking if needed. Once done, add in sauce and baked tofu. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce becomes thick.

Scrambled Curry Fried Rice

Veggies

• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tsp olive oil

Scrambled Tofu/Eggs

• 16 oz extra-firm tofu OR 6 eggs
• 1 TBSP soy sauce
• 2 tsp curry powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp olive oil

Fried Rice

• 4 cups leftover cooked basmati rice (do not use freshly cooked rice. 180 grams rice + 2 cups water can be cooked, cooked, and refrigerated at least 6 hours in advance)
• 2 TBSP soy sauce
• 2 tsp olive oil

VEGGIES. In a large pan, cook veggies in oil until onions are translucent and carrot is slightly tender. Transfer cooked veggies to a large bowl so the pan can be reused.

TOFU/EGGS. If using eggs instead of tofu, whisk eggs, soy sauce, curry, garlic, and nutritional yeast together. Heat oil in the pan over medium heat then scramble egg mixture until done.

If using tofu, heat oil in the pan over medium heat, drain and squeeze tofu then crumble tofu into the pan and cook until it begins to brown (about 2-3 minutes). Add soy sauce, curry, and garlic and continue to cook until tofu is well coated and has dried a bit.  Add nutritional yeast, stir to coat, then transfer to the bowl of veggies.

RICE. Heat pan back up over medium heat and add oil. Add rice to the pan and stir until warm (3-5 minutes). Pour in soy sauce, mix well, then add veggie/tofu mixture. Continue cooking while stirring until heated.

Vegan Breakfast Sausage

• 180 g. dry lentils + 2 cups water
• 80 g. oats
• 8 oz mushrooms
• 2 Tbsp flaxmeal
• 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tsp dried sage
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

In a small pot with lid, combine lentils and water and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to the lowest possible setting. DO NOT LIFT LID UNTIL COMPLETELY DONE. Allow to cook for 15-20 minutes until all water appears to have been absorbed then shut off and remove from heat. If any water remains, continue cooking with the lid off for a few minutes. 

Measure oats into a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground. Add mushrooms and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer mixture to a large mixing bowl then stir in remaining ingredients including lentils once cooked. Mash mixture with a potato masher or fork. 

On a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat, pack a spoonful of the mixture into a 3" diameter cookie, making sure that they are no more than a half inch thick. Repeat until all the muxture has been used.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Transfer to a cooking rack. Once cooled, wrap in freezer paper then place the wrapped patties into a large plastic freezer bag.

To cook, pan fry the patties in 2-3 teaspoons of coconut oil. 

 

Coleslaw

• 1/2 head cabbage
• 1/4 red onion
• 2 carrots
• 90 grams miracle whip
• 2 Tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp salt

Shred cabbage, onion, and carrots in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Vegan Sloppy Joes

Makes enough for 4-5 sandwiches. Feel free to double the recipe as it freezes well

• 90 grams dry green lentils + 1 cup water
• 1/2 yellow onion
• 4 oz white mushrooms
• 2 carrots (optional)
• 1 bell pepper (optional)
• 180 grams ketchup
• 10 grams yellow mustard
• 12 grams brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic
• 1 pint chickpeas (cooked from 135g dry), drained and rinsed

In a small pot with lid, combine lentils and water and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to the lowest possible setting. DO NOT LIFT LID UNTIL COMPLETELY DONE. Allow to cook for 15-20 minutes until all water appears to have been absorbed then shut off and remove from heat.

Pulse veggies in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a large pan with a lid and saute over medium heat until onions are translucent. If veggies start to stick, add a little water. Stir in remaining ingredients along with cooked lentils. 

Serve on bread of your choice. 

Vegan Taco Filling

use on tacos or nachos! Freeze leftovers to make an easy dinner for later.

• 180 grams dry quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 yellow onion
• 2 bell peppers (or 6-8 mini bell peppers)
• 2-4 cloves garlic
• 1 large carrot
• 4-6 white mushrooms
• optional: 1 jalapeño
• 1 quart black or pinto beans  (cooked from 240g dry)
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce

In a small pot with lid, combine quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to the lowest possible setting. DO NOT LIFT LID UNTIL COMPLETELY DONE. Allow to cook for 15-20 minutes until all water appears to have been absorbed then shut off and remove from heat.

Meanwhile, chop all veggies in a food processor then transfer to a large pan. Cook veggies, adding a little water if necessary to prevent sticking. Add beans to the veggies along with all remaining ingredients. Mash slightly with a fork or potato masher, leaving some of the beans whole. 

Stir the cooked quinoa into the bean/veggie mixture. Serve on tortillas or chips along with desired toppings: avocado, salsa, shredded lettuce, queso, etc.

Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

• 1/2 c. butter, melted
• 100 g. vegetable shortening
• 100 g. sugar
• 60 g. powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 300 g. all purpose flour
• sprinkles of your choice

In a bowl, whisk together butter and shortening until smooth. Add in sugar, powdered sugar, egg, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and vanilla and whisk again until creamy and smooth. Add in flour and, using a spoon, stir until combined.

Pour some sprinkles into a small, shallow dish.  Roll cookie dough into walnut sized balls then dip/roll half of the ball into the sprinkles then place onto a silicone mat lined cookie sheet, sprinkle side up. Make sure to keep 3-4 inches between the cookies on the pan. Using the bottom of a drinking glass, gently press the cookies flat until they are about a half inch thick.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool on the pan for a few minutes before transfering to a cooling rack for 10 minutes. Once cooled, place cookies into an air-tight container.