Realistic Vegan Cooking
This tasty, tangy white bean zucchini salad is refreshing in the fall and winter, or can be the star of your summer picnics and cookouts. It’s made with white beans, zucchini, roasted bell peppers and fresh basil. I’ve tossed this salad with black olives, lemon juice, olive oil and vegan parmesan to add the flavors […]
These hot and spicy chili waffles are a combination of two recipes: Jalapeno Cornbread Waffles and Spicy Three Bean Chili. I’ve combined the recipes so that you can cook both simultaneously, for a shorter cooking time, and so the cornbread waffles and chili will be ready at the same time. This is one of my […]
In spite of its many ingredients, this spicy three bean chili is quick and easy to make. Just sauté the fresh vegetables, add the remaining ingredients and simmer 30 minutes. Instant chili gratification! I also like this recipe because you can assemble it ahead of time and finish cooking it later, right before serving. (To […]
You can make the filling for this white bean veggie sandwich a day or two ahead and pop it into the refrigerator. The white bean filling also makes a nice dip for veggies or chips. These sandwiches are great for taking along on picnics or outings. One thing I recommend is to use a good […]
If you’ve been craving pasta and veggies like I have, this Summer Squash Penne dish is just what you need. If you have a garden full of zucchini and squash, even better! Give this recipe to your friends when you give them your surplus homegrown veggies. Together with basil, oregano, and garlic, this fresh flavored […]
If you are a lover of onion soup, this slow cooker French onion soup will hit the spot. Adding white beans to the soup gives it more chewiness and richness – and some protein! Make an easy topping with toast squares or croutons and your favorite vegan cheese and voila! It’s soup time! This soup […]