Tempeh Five Ways

“Tempeh is a traditional soy product originating from Indonesia. It is made by a natural culturing and controlled fermentation process that binds soybeans into a cake form. Tempeh is unique among major traditional soy foods in that it is the only one that did not originate from Greater Chinese cuisine.” –Wikipedia

Rich and nutty, tempeh packs 31 grams of … Read more

Blackening Spice Mix

This recipe comes from the great American chef, Paul Prudhomme.

1 tablespoon sweet paprika
2-1⁄2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
3⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
3⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Combine all ingredients. Keep unused portion in tight container.

Great for tempeh, fish, chicken, … Read more

Basic Sautéed Tempeh, Two Ways

Tempeh is a great source of protein, racking up 31 grams per cup. Packaged tempeh needs a little cooking to finish off its semi-cooked state, so here’s a recipe that adds some browning and a bit of additional flavor. Now it’s all ready to add to your favorite dishes…

Sautéed Tempeh No. 1

1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 … Read more

Broccoli-White Bean Soup with Garlicky Sauce

Here’s a fast, easy, totally delicious dinner for two. It’s low fat, low sodium, vegan, and filled with tasty nutrition. It’s my go-to when I want fast, filling, and comforting.

Broccoli-White Bean Soup with Garlicky Vegan Yogurt Sauce

4 dinner-sized servings

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup white wine
3 cups organic … Read more

Broccoli-Stuffed Potatoes with Chickpea-Tahini Sauce

This is a surprisingly filling supper. Add a green salad or some steamed kale, and you’ll be set!

Broccoli-Stuffed Potatoes with Chickpea-Tahini Sauce

2 large baking potatoes
1 medium broccoli crown, broken into small florets
1 teaspoon olive oil
Garlic powder
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Chickpea-Tahini Sauce
1/2 cup chickpeas / garbanzos
1/4 cup tahini (aka sesame seed butter)… Read more

Swedish Tea Ring

This has been a Christmas morning tradition in my family for over sixty years and counting, and although it contains sugar, I decided to add it to my blog. We make up the dough on Christmas Eve, refrigerate it overnight, and bake it on Christmas morning. Allow about five hours for construction and risings.

Swedish Tea Ring

Makes one 12-inch+ … Read more