Lima Beans, Corn, and Chipotle Pepper Makes 4 cups (1 L) Lima beans originate in South America; indeed, they are named after the capital of Peru. They have a flat, oblong shape, a creamy, starchy texture, and a sweet flavour. This recipe is a variation of the classic...
Indian Chickpeas Makes 4 cups (1 L) Once you've discovered curry pastes, you'll enjoy the ease with which you can put together a vegetable, lentil, or bean curry. Even the mild pastes are hot enough for many people. The Patak's brand is our favourite. Use a little or...
Ginger Lemon Adzuki Beans Makes 5 cups (1.25 L) Genetic evidence suggests that adzuki beans originated in the Himalayas. These reddish beans have been used for thousands of years in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese cuisine as a low-fat source of protein, iron, zinc,...
French Lentils with Fennel and Lemon Makes 6 cups (1.5 L) Lentils have a mild earthy flavour and contain good amounts of protein, iron, and many of the B vitamins, while being very low in fat. The best lentils for this recipe are the small, delicate French green...
Dhal-icious Makes 3 cups (750 mL) Dhal is the Indian word for beans, peas, and lentils and the dishes made from them. In this recipe, the popped mustard seeds and the other Indian spices when cooked release their fragrant oils and acids to create a rich and appetizing...
Curried Vegetables with Tofu Makes 6 cups (1.5 L) This dish provides a delightful blend of colours, textures and flavours, and it's rich in minerals and vitamins. It is best served with basmati rice, though it also goes well with other types of rice, millet, or...
Crispy Tofu Slices Makes 3 servings (each about 6 slices) If you want to introduce tofu to family or friends, this is a form they'll likely enjoy. You'll find Spike at supermarkets. Red Star Vegetarian Support Formula nutritional yeast is found at natural foods stores...
Coconut Mango Black Beans Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) By having a few staples on hand, such as canned black beans and frozen mango pieces, this simple entrée can be made in a matter of minutes. Experiment with different seasonings by replacing the chili powder with...
Cashew Cheese Lasagna Makes 12 servings, each about 4 × 2 inches (10 × 5 cm) Cashews provide a wonderful cheesy-tasting topping for this delicious lasagna. Each serving is rich in protein, iron, zinc, other minerals, and B vitamins. Salt is typically added to canned...
African Chickpea Stew Makes 6 cups (1.5 L), enough for 4 servings Peanut butter makes a wonderful creamy sauce for this nutrition-packed stew that is likely to become a family favourite. It is well loved by children and adults alike and has a good balance of protein,...
