PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 1 cup This versatile sauce can be used in a variety of ways and can be made out of any number of ingredient combinations. I've branched out to combine cilantro (one of my favorite herbs) with pumpkin seeds (which are...
Crumbled tempeh adds meaty texture to this classic pasta sauce that’s ready in under 30 minutes and freezes beautifully.YIELD: 6 SERVINGS8 oz. whole-grain tempeh2 Tbs. olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 Tbs. soy sauce or tamari1 28-oz. can...
This garlicky Spanish sauce is delicious over baked potatoes, veggie burgers, and roasted vegetables. You can also use it as an appetizer dip or a sandwich spread.YIELD: MAKES 2 CUPS1 large dried ancho chile2 Tbs. olive oil, divided½ cup chopped red onion1 tsp. sweet...
This easy, spreadable, nut cheese is great on its own and can be flavored to your tastes. Try blending in ½ cup chopped parsley and chives; 2 Tbs. diced chipotles in adobo sauce; or 2 tsp. dried herbs (oregano, basil, tarragon) in the food processor after the base...
Toss this sauce with noodles, or serve as a dip for grilled tofu or tempeh skewers or fresh vegetables—you can even thin it with water for a salad dressing. The sauce will keep up to a week in the fridge.YIELD: MAKES 1½ CUPS2 tsp. peanut oil1 large shallot, minced (¼...
serves 4 The sauce is so yummy, you may want to eat it with a spoon, but save some for the tempeh. This is wonderful served over basmati or jasmine rice. The sauce is also good over tofu or vegetable patties or tossed with noodles. 1 (12-ounce) package tempeh, cut...
makes about 1½ cups This is a great way to combine two ready-to-use produce staples—fresh baby spinach and fresh or frozen shelled edamame. Serve with raw vegetable dippers or your favorite crackers. 1 cup fresh or frozen shelled edamame 1 (10-ounce) package fresh...
makes about 1½ cups Don’t let its mild-mannered appearance fool you—this bean dip is one hot number thanks to the addition of fiery harissa (page 176), a Tunisian sauce made with hot chiles, garlic, and spices. For a tamer version, omit or cut back on the harissa...
This vinegar has a fruity nuance which is delightful on salads, such as Mango and Avocado Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette. MAKES 2 CUPS 2 cups white wine vinegar or distilled white vinegar 1 cup raspberries In a medium saucepan combine the vinegar and raspberries and...
In the midst of winter many people regret not having had the foresight to freeze batches of pesto when fresh basil was in season; others self-indulgently used up their supply much faster than they expected. In either case, here is a recipe that will satisfy pesto...
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