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...
The pâté (shown here on sandwiches) can also be spread on crackers or thinned with additional water and used as a dip.YIELD: 4 SANDWICHES1¼ cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed½ cup walnuts⅓ cup mint leaves (packed)1 green onion, chopped½ tsp. salt3 Tbs. lemon juice8...
Lightly flavored with tahini, this basic hummus is creamy-smooth. For a more full-bodied flavor, increase the tahini up to 1 cup. Stir the tahini well right before measuring—it separates when it sits.YIELD: SERVES 163 cups cooked chickpeas, or 2 15-oz. cans chickpeas,...
Flaxseeds give this fragrant whole-grain bread a nutty flavor and a richer nutritional profile. The flaxseeds also keep the bread moist and tender for several days. You can also bake the bread in a 1-lb. bread machine; just omit the shaping and scoring steps.YIELD:...
Paired with a two-cheese white sauce, broccoli makes a wonderful pizza topping. The secret to a crisp crust is preheating the baking stone or sheet. If you like extra-crispy pizza, prebake the dough 3 to 4 minutes before adding toppings.YIELD: SERVES 62 Tbs....
In the Alsace region of France, this pizza-like dish is traditionally made with crème fraîche and bacon (lardons). We’ve lightened up this recipe by replacing the crème fraîche with a French spreadable cheese and the bacon with cooked lentils.YIELD: MAKES 12 SLICES¼...
This pizza has a rich, flavorful, spelt crust that is similar to a whole-wheat crust. If you prefer a lighter crust, substitute ½ cup of oat flour for ½ cup of the spelt flour.YIELD: 8 SERVINGS⅔ cup warm water¼ tsp. active dry yeastPinch sugar1½ cups spelt flour½ tsp....
Fragrant, slightly dense, and pleasantly sweet, this loaf is great for toast—and sandwiches.YIELD: 16 SLICES (1 LOAF)1 cup quick-cooking oats (not instant), divided3½ cups unbleached bread flour or all-purpose flour, plus more as necessary, divided1½ tsp. salt1 tsp....
A can of Indian-spiced lentil soup is the “sauce” on this potato-topped naan pizza.YIELD: MAKES 4 PIZZAS3 tsp. vegetable oil or olive oil, divided1 tsp. mango chutney1 tsp. cider vinegar2 cups broccoli slaw or grated broccoli stems and carrots6 new or baby red-skinned...