Suzie Posted January 3, 2011 Report Share Posted January 3, 2011 I am always looking for vegetarian recipes. :) I am interested in those that you already tried and that they are delicious. :) Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dahlia Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 Suzie - I have been mostly vegan for almost 3 yrs now (some packaged products have a bit of milk in them, I don't sweat it as long as there's no meat). There are some great sites - fatfreevegan.com, | Post Punk Kitchen | Vegan Baking & Vegan Cooking (language may be strong for some but posters take pics of the food they've made, which is nice), and VegWeb.com - Vegan Recipes and Cooking Tips. I know you asked for what people tried, but I think if you cruise around these sites, you will see recipies that look good to you, depending on your personal tastes. I enjoy plain food like rice and beans with peppers. You can vary the kinds of beans. If you use black beans, some cumin and lime juice,etc and put that over rice or in a tortilla, and you have a nice Caribbean or Mexican meal. I have to watch the carbs, but when I make this for my son, I add taco or Spanish rice from the packaged mix. You don't have to kill your self trying to make new stuff; there's plenty of decent packaged food on the shelf. I also go all American with a packaged veggie burger, fries, Bush's vegetarian baked beans. I like to make a 'shake' with frozen strawberries and almond or soy milk. I roast vegetables and have them on their own with a salad or some greens or with a fake chicken patty or soup. Oh yeah, soup, I make a ton of these, from veg soup in tomato/V8 juice to beans with spinach and spices. I do stir fries and curries; sometimes my son will have some chicken pieces with his food, but I have it just with the veggies or with 'chickin' strips. I make chili, sometimes with the soy 'hamburger' crumbles, but often not. My son is an omni (eats everything), but eats vegan at home unless I've bought him a rotisserie chicken. He's stopped eating red meat except for a McDonald's burger and won't eat pork anymore. He still drinks milk, but will drink soy or almond milk if it's flavored.I think if most people looked at what they ate, they'd find a lot of 'vegetarian meals' that they're eating already; just take out the meat. You probably already eat stir fry, just have the veggie stir fry. Make chili w/o meat, etc. I make stuff with tofu and I make my own vegan ribz with vital wheat gluten. I enjoy trying some of the new vegan products that come out, but you don't have to eat anything with which you aren't familiar. Like I said, just leave out the meat - macaroni and cheese with a bowl of tomato soup - not strange at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkenheimer Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 I have a recipe that I found a few years back that my kids absolutely love. Ingredients: 2 large bell peppers (any color) 1 package of whole mushrooms 1 large zuchini (or 2 small ones) 1 large crook neck (or 2 small ones) 1 bottle of Marinara sauce Mozzarella cheese Fresh graded Parmesan cheese 1 package (16 oz) penne noodles 1. Cut peppers, zucchini, squash, and mushrooms into bite size pieces. I usually only cut the mushrooms in half because they reduce in size quite a bit. 2. Place them on a roasting pan and coat with olive oil. Sprinkle with dried Italian Seasoning. Roast in an oven on about 400 degrees until tender. 3. In the meantime bring a pot of water to a boil and cook penne noodles for 8 minutes. They will finish cooking in the sauce. 4. When the vegetables are finished combine them with the noodles and add sauce and some mozzarella cheese. Save some of the Mozzarella cheese to cover the top. 5. Cover the top with Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese. Once cheese melts and noodles are tender it is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 These recipes actually sound really good. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bini Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 (edited) Vegetarian here. If you're looking for some quick and easy meals, try some already-made boxed stuff in the frozen food section. When I get home from a tiresome shift, I like to grab a couple veggie patties and throw them into wraps, tacos or pasta. My husband is a big meat eater and I don't expect him to quit eating meat but he's tried the veggie patties and really enjoys them. In fact, he doesn't really think about them as substitutes either. Yay! Anyway, I mention that for other people in the fam that aren't vegetarians or vegans. They may still like a good veggie patty! ETA: You've probably already tried them but I just wanted to assure you that they're really tasty if you hadn't! Edited January 5, 2011 by Bini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Thanks Bini! I am sort of like...vegetarian. Let me explain, for some reason I have a problem in labeling myself as one, I am not sure why! I don't cook meat, my family doesn't eat it, if I go out I wouldn't choose a meal with meat but let's say someone offers me a meal with meat I wouldn't mind eating it. Makes sense or sounds weird? Thanks for the ideas. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroads Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Considering vegetarian. I am pretty much literally in the "eat meat sparingly" category with the idea that if I had to go vegetarian, it wouldn't be a problem for me. However, I'm marrying into a ranching family, so I don't know if I could ever go full vegetarian without offending the in-laws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeborahC Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 I know this doesn't sound good, but try it and you'll be hooked! The apple is sweet and the turnip gives it a little bite. Plus it only takes 5 minutes to prepare and is great for potlucks! 1 crisp apple, washed and cored 1 turnip the same size, peeled Juice of 1 lemon a handful of chopped parsley 1 tblsp honey salt to taste Shred the apple and the turnip. I use a food processor. Immediately add the lemon juice, honey, parsley Mix it all up. Salt to taste. ENJOY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dahlia Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Vegetarian here. If you're looking for some quick and easy meals, try some already-made boxed stuff in the frozen food section. When I get home from a tiresome shift, I like to grab a couple veggie patties and throw them into wraps, tacos or pasta. My husband is a big meat eater and I don't expect him to quit eating meat but he's tried the veggie patties and really enjoys them. In fact, he doesn't really think about them as substitutes either. Yay! Anyway, I mention that for other people in the fam that aren't vegetarians or vegans. They may still like a good veggie patty! ETA: You've probably already tried them but I just wanted to assure you that they're really tasty if you hadn't!Although he still likes a McDonald's burger, my omni son prefers the veggie burgers. It's so easy to make some burgers and fixins or to put thawed and chopped up veggie burgers in stew. I think the burgers taste more meat-like than putting the soy crumbles in. For folks who have been veg*n a long time, many don't need to reproduce the taste of meat. For newbies and for feeding a family where some still eat meat, the analogs are the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bini Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I'm not terribly hung up on veggie patties resembling meat products in texture or even taste, and I've been vegetarian for four or five years now. Just as long as I know there aren't animal bits and pieces in it—I'm feeling good about my choices. That's just a personal decision I've made. Like I said, I don't expect my husband to change his eating habits on the sole account of mine. But liking veggies patties is a total bonus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Amazingly, I found the Mama Sita's Chop Suey Mix at Wal-mart!!! I used to have to go to the Filipino store for this thing.This is the best veggie platter according to my kids - they normally have to be force-fed veggies - but with this Chop Suey mix, they actually will not mind eating nothing but just this for lunch!Walmart.com: Mama Sita's: Chopsuey Stir Fry Mix, 1.4 Oz: DeliI usually just go and get the fresh vegetable salad package that has the brocolli, cauliflower, and carrots. Then I add red and green bell peppers and sliced mushrooms. Stir fry in Safflower oil, then add the Mama Sita's Chop Suey mix dissolved in a cup of water and you have a veggie platter in under 15 minutes!NOTE: The mix has MSG in it. Some people are sensitive to MSG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroads Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Although he still likes a McDonald's burger, my omni son prefers the veggie burgers. It's so easy to make some burgers and fixins or to put thawed and chopped up veggie burgers in stew. I think the burgers taste more meat-like than putting the soy crumbles in. For folks who have been veg*n a long time, many don't need to reproduce the taste of meat. For newbies and for feeding a family where some still eat meat, the analogs are the way to go.I'm so picky about my veggie burgers. I love the idea, but I found i prefer the homemade patties. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I don't like meat substitutes such as soya and tofu (ewwww). With soya I feel like I am eating dog food and with tofu like I am eating jello. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bini Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I should add that I've never liked chicken or beef OR fake chicken or beef. They're both yucky. The only veggie patties I like are the sausage patties from Morningstar. They're very small and light! Only 70 calories per patty. No funky texture or funky taste. I like mine super spicy and with mustard (0 calories)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroads Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I don't like meat substitutes such as soya and tofu (ewwww). With soya I feel like I am eating dog food and with tofu like I am eating jello.Weird. I am crazy about tofu! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Posted January 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Weird. I am crazy about tofu!Good crazy or bad crazy? :) I just don't like the texture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeborahC Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I have a recipe for a cashew cheesecake that doesn't use cheese... yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingnut Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I have a recipe for a cashew cheesecake that doesn't use cheese... yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmI do Cashew Alfredo -- no cream, no butter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeborahC Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I've had that! It's GREAT! Do you use zuchinni noodles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingnut Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 No. I just do it to eliminate the heavy fat of cream and butter. I know that nuts have fat, but it's a little healthier fat. Sometimes I use normal fettuccine, sometimes I use whole-grain. It just depends on what I have on hand. I've altered the portions a little for my own family size, but this is where I got my recipe: Cashew Fettucini Alfredo, for anyone else interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroads Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 Good crazy or bad crazy? :) I just don't like the texture.I actually love the texture. It's so... deliciously squishy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richiemedico Posted January 24, 2011 Report Share Posted January 24, 2011 Vegetarian recipes are something really good. You would love to cook it and even enjoy the dish made. The dishes are really tasty and easy to cook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolpaquelds Posted January 24, 2011 Report Share Posted January 24, 2011 A week ago, all of a sudden meat became disgusting to me, and I am now vegetarian. thank you for some good recipes i found here. Looking forward for some more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alvine Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 Hi funkenheimer, What is the name of your recipe? I have checked and except zuchini I found all ingredients in kitchen. I will buy zuchini today to try this recipe soon. I will share my comments after having your recipe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest abeera Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 (edited) · Hidden Hidden My favorite one is: Ingredients 1 (40 ounce) can cut sweet potatoes, undrained 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup chopped pecans 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup butter, melted Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2 quart baking dish. Place the sweet potatoes and their liquid in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cook 15 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, drain, and mash. In a medium bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, 1/3 cup butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Spread evenly into the prepared baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, chopped pecans, flour, and 1/3 cup melted butter. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture. Bake 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Edited October 22, 2011 by abeera Link to comment
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