Introducing the Tofu bacon BLT

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Tofu bacon BLT by Miyoko Schinner    Courtesy of the Booking Publishing Company ©2001 from The New Now and Zen Epicure. Watch this recipe being made on Delicious TV’s Vegan Mashup. This is an all-time favorite of every kid and teen that has ever been to our house – in other words, it’s tried and true. …

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Tempeh Chorizo Soft Tacos with all the fixin’s

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by Terry Hope Romero    Check out her new cookbook Vegan Eats World Watch this recipe on Delicious TV’s Vegan Mashup   For the Chorizo Tempeh Crumbles Replace the marinade with the following for spicy chorizo-flavored crumbles for use in Mexican dishes. Prepare saucy chorizo tempeh for eating with rice and beans, or let it simmer …

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When Veggies Become Tuna

Click the photo to watch the episode. When I’m preparing vegetarian versions of classic recipes like Maryland Mock Crab-cakes, Grilled Seitan or Tofu Phish I’ll focus on recreating the familiar flavors of those dishes by using many of the same spices and flavorings that would be added to the traditional meat or seafood versions. That, …

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Can’t Beat Beets

Like Cilantro it seems that people either love beets or hate them! Tonight I made Beet Burgers (recipe courtesy of Didi Emmons and in my book “Totally Vegetarian”) for a couple of friends who swore they would never (ever) develop a liking for this sadly underused root vegetable. Even though I’m seeing beets making more …

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Curried Unchicken Salad

Savory and sweet are my favorite combination and this curried sandwich filling made with Quorn roast and sweet green grapes is a surefire crowd pleaser! This is just right served on lettuce boats or tucked into pita bread or a lovely wholegrain French baguette. For a Delicious twist, substitute your favorite fruit for the grapes. …

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Tempeh Mockfish

Tempeh Mockfish Using tempeh with sea vegetables, this is a mouth-watering mixture that is so versatile it can be a sandwich filling or the main dish at dinner. This “mockfish” mixture is amazing tossed with pasta or used as a stuffing. You can even process it for a delicious paté with the flavor of the …

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Didi’s Kasha-Crunch Burger

This burger is a favorite. Your main mission is to pan fry the burgers until a thick crust forms. Any heavy-bottomed seasoned skillet will work but, to create the perfect texture, my pan of choice is cast iron. Be warned: no-stick pans will not do the job properly! I like this burger served “naked” with …

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Tempeh Club Sandwich

Club Sandwich with Barbecued Tempeh My daughter was a little skeptical about this sandwich when I first mentioned making it for our sandwich episode. But, after one bite, it quickly became one of her favorites. This sandwhich is so easy, delicious, and healthy and it’s a wonderful way to familiarize yourself with the nutty taste …

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Tempeh Reuben

Tempeh Reuben Ingredients: 4 slices good quality rye bread 2 slices swiss cheese or vegan Swiss-style cheese Four slices fried tempeh (see below for method) 1 T. vegetable oil ¾ c. sauerkraut (coleslaw may be substituted) Vegan Thousand Island dressing Softened margarine Heat a heavy skillet, preferably cast iron. Place swiss cheese on two slices …

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Tofu Bruschetta

Tofu Bruschetta Sometimes I surprise myself with a new spin on a favorite recipe. This past week, I made Tofu Cutlets using the basic recipe for Tofu Bites, which are just lightly fried crispy tofu, brushed with Tamari soy sauce and sprinkled with nutritional yeast. For the bruschetta, the tofu is cut into slices rather …

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