The

Vegetarian
Cookbook

97 Recipes

Table Of Contents
Easy Vegetarian Red Beans Lasagna

Spicy Vegetarian Lasagna

Rae's Vegetarian Chili

Vegetarian Cabbage Rolls

Vegetarian Purple Potatoes with Onions and Mushrooms

Vegetarian Carrot Cake

Vegetarian Penne

Vegetarian Pasta

One Dish Vegetarian Dinner

Vegetarian Quiche

10

Italian Vegetarian Patties

11

Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

12

Vegetarian Bean Curry

13

Vegetarian Cake

14

Lucie's Vegetarian Chili

15

Vegetarian Lime Orzo

16

Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Meatballs

17

Vegetarian Meatloaf

18

Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

19

Vegetarian's Delight Pizza

20

Vegetarian Meatloaf with Vegetables

21

Vegetarian Baked Pasta

22

Vegetarian Refried Beans

23

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

24

Vegetarian Four Cheese Lasagna

25

Vegetarian Tortilla Stew

26

Vegetarian Moroccan Stew

27

Vegetarian Faux Chicken Patties

28

Easy Vegetarian Corn Chowder

29

Nut Burgers (Vegetarian)

30

Vegetarian Brown Rice Casserole

31

Hariton's 'Famous' Vegetarian Casserole

32

Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie II

33

Unbelievably Easy and Delicious Vegetarian Chili

34

Veggie Vegetarian Chili

35

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Vegetarian Jambalaya

36

Southwestern Vegetarian Pasta

37

Vegetarian Stuffing

38

Insanely Easy Vegetarian Chili

39

Fire Roasted Vegetarian Gumbo

40

Vegetarian Lentil Spaghetti

41

Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie I

42

Vegetarian Mushroom-Walnut Meatloaf

43

Vegetarian Sandwich Spread

44

Vegetarian Cassoulet

45

Vegetarian Lasagna

46

Easy Vegetarian Pasta

47

Vegetarian Green Chile Stew

48

Vegetarian Gravy

49

Delightful Indian Coconut Vegetarian Curry in the Slow Cooker

50

Summer Vegetarian Chili

51

Vegetarian Tortilla Dog

52

Malaysian Quinoa (Vegetarian)

53

Vegetarian Chickpea Sandwich Filling

54

Vegetarian Sloppy Joe's

55

Vibrant Vegetarian Purple Borscht

56

Vegetarian Turkey Stuffing

57

Vegetarian Burrito Casserole

58

Grandma's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

59

Vegetarian Nori Rolls

60

Clinton's Special Vegetarian Quiche

61

Vegetarian Haggis

62

Vegetarian Stuffed Red Bell Peppers

63

Vegetarian Kofta Kabobs

64

Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

65

Vegetarian Spaghetti

66

Vietnamese Style Vegetarian Curry Soup

67

Vegetarian Kale Soup

68

Vegetarian Ribs

69

Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers

70

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Al's Quick Vegetarian Spaghetti

71

Vegetarian Chili

72

Sunday Vegetarian Strata

73

Easy Vegetarian Stroganoff

74

Vegetarian Tourtiere

75

Vegetarian Buffalo Chicken Dip

76

Vegetarian Pasties

77

Vegetarian Link Gravy

78

Vegetarian Chili

79

Vegetarian Open Faced Sandwich

80

Vegetarian Chickpea Curry with Turnips

81

Vegetarian Southwest One-Pot Dinner

82

Meatiest Vegetarian Chili from your Slow Cooker

83

Vegetarian Moussaka

84

Vegetarian Phad Thai

85

Vegetarian Pate

86

Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie

87

Vegetarian Nut Loaf

88

Alissa's Vegetarian Lentil Meatloaf

89

Vegetarian Korma

90

Vegetarian White Bean 'Alfredo' with Linguine

91

Vegetarian Cottage Cheese Patties

92

Convenient Vegetarian Lasagna

93

Vegetarian Reubens

94

Farmer's Market Vegetarian Quesadillas

95

Vegetarian Stuffing

96

The Best Vegetarian Chili in the World

97

EasyVegetarianRedBeansLasagna
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonoliveoil
1smallonion,chopped
1clovegarlic,minced
1(15ounce)canredbeans,
drained
1(14.5ounce)candiced
tomatoes,drained
1/2redbellpepper,chopped
1teaspoondriedbasil
1teaspoondriedoregano
saltandpeppertotaste
3tablespoonsbutter
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
11/2cupscoldmilk
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
4no-boillasagnanoodles
4ouncesshreddedGruyere
cheese

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Heattheoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat,andcooktheonion
untiltender.Mixingarlic,andcookuntilheatedthrough.Mixinred
beans,tomatoes,andredbellpepper.Seasonwithbasil,oregano,
salt,andpepper.Continuecooking10minutes,stirring
occasionally.
Meltthebutterinasaucepanovermediumheat,andgraduallymix
inflouruntilsmooth.Slowlystirinthemilk.MixinParmesan
cheese,andcontinuetocookandstiruntilslightlythickened.
Spread1/2theredbeanmixtureina9x9inchcasseroledish,and
topwith2lasagnanoodles.Layerwithremainingbeanmixtureand
remainingnoodles.Coverwiththesauce,andtopwithGruyere
cheese.
Bake20minutesinthepreheatedoven,oruntillightlybrowned.

SpicyVegetarianLasagna
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)packagelasagna
noodles
2teaspoonsoliveoil
2/3cupdicedredbellpepper
2/3cupdicedorangebellpepper
2/3cupdicedyellowbellpepper
2/3cupdicedgreenbellpepper
1smallyellowonion,diced
2(14.5ounce)cansdiced
tomatoes
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
11/2cupswater
1dashcrushedredpepperflakes
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
1(15ounce)containerricotta
cheese
1(8ounce)packageshredded
mozzarellacheese
4eggs
1/4teaspoonblackpepper
1/4teaspoondriedoregano,
crushed
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
(optional)

Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Cooklasagna
pastainboilingwaterfor8to10minutes,oruntilaldente.Drain,
rinsewithcoldwater,andplaceonwaxpapertocool.
Cookbellpeppersandonioninoliveoilinalargesaucepanuntil
onionsaretranslucent.Stirindicedtomatoes,tomatopaste,water,
andredpepperflakes.Moreredpepperflakescanbeaddedif
spiciersauceispreferred.Simmerfor30minutes.
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).Inamediumbowl,
combineParmesancheese,ricottacheese,mozzarellacheese,
eggs,blackpepper,andoregano.
Placeasmallamountofsauceinthebottomofa9x13inchbaking
dish.Reserve1/2cupofthesauce.Placethreelasagnanoodles
lengthwiseinpan.Layersomeofthecheesemixtureandthe
vegetablesauceontopofnoodles.Repeatlayeringwithremaining
ingredients,endingwithnoodles.Spreadreservedsauceovertop
ofnoodles.SprinklewithgratedParmesancheese,ifdesired.
Coverdishwithfoil,andbakefor40minutesoruntilbubbly.
Removefoilduringlast10minutesofbaking.

Rae'sVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

4clovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1(28ounce)candicedtomatoes
withjuice
1(8ounce)cantomatosauce
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
beer
4tablespoonschilipowder,orto
taste
1tablespoonmustardpowder
1teaspoondriedoregano
freshlygroundblackpepper
1teaspoongroundcumin
1/8teaspoonhotpeppersauce
1(15ounce)canblackbeans,
rinsedanddrained
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
drained
1(15ounce)canpintobeans,
drainedandrinsed
1(15ounce)cankidneybeans,
drainedandrinsed
1(15ounce)cancannellinibeans,
drainedandrinsed
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drainedandrinsed
2cupsshreddedCheddarcheese

Ina4quartpot,sautegarlicinoil.
Adddicedtomatoes(undrained),tomatosauce,tomatopaste,beer,
chilipowder,mustardpowder,oregano,pepper,cumin,hotpepper
sauce.Stirinthepintobeans,garbanzobeans,blackbeans,red
andwhitekidneybeans,andcorn.Bringthemixturetoaboil,
reduceheat,andletsimmerfor20minutes.Topeachservingwith
cheese(ifyou'dlike).

VegetarianCabbageRolls
Ingredients

Directions

1/3cupuncookedbrownrice
2/3cupwater
2cupstexturedvegetableprotein
3/4cupboilingwater
2(10.75ounce)canstomato
soup
103/4fluidounceswater
1largeheadcabbage,cored
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1largeonion,chopped
1/2carrot,finelychopped
1/2redbellpepper,diced
3clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoonwhitewine
1(14.5ounce)canwholepeeled
tomatoes,drained,juicereserved
1egg,lightlybeaten
1/2cupfrozenpeas
2pinchescayennepepper
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
3dropshotredpeppersauce
toothpicks
saltandpeppertotaste

Placethericeand2/3cupwaterinapot,andbringtoaboil.
Reduceheattolow,cover,andsimmer40minutes,untiltender.Mix
thetexturedvegetableproteinand3/4cupboilingwaterina
mediumbowl.Soak15minutes,untilrehydrated.Mixinthecooked
rice.
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Inabowl,mixthe
tomatosoupand103/4fluidounces(1soupcan)water.
Placethecabbageinapotwithenoughwatertocover.Bringtoa
boil,andcook15minutes,untilleavesareeasilyremoved.Drain,
cool,andseparateleaves.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Stirintheonion,carrot,
redbellpepper,andgarlic.Cookuntiltender.Mixinwine,and
continuecookinguntilalmostallliquidhasevaporated.Stirinrice
andtexturedvegetableprotein,reservedjuicefromthetomatoes,
egg,andpeas.Seasonwithcayennepepper,onionpowder,garlic
powder,basil,andhotpeppersauce.Cookandstiruntilheated
through.
On1cabbageleaf,placeabout2tablespoonsskilletmixtureand1
tomato.Rolltightly,andsealwithatoothpick.Repeatwith
remainingfilling.Arrangeinacasseroledish.Pourthesoupand
waterovercabbagerolls.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.
Cover,andbake35minutesinthepreheatedoven,basting
occasionallywiththetomatosauce.Removecover,andcontinue
baking10minutes.

VegetarianPurplePotatoeswithOnionsand
Mushrooms

Ingredients

Directions

6purplepotatoes,scrubbed
1tablespoonoliveoil
1largeredonion,chopped
8ouncesslicedfreshmushrooms
saltandblackpeppertotaste
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/4teaspooncrushedredpepper
flakes
1tablespoonchoppedcapers
1teaspoonchoppedfresh
tarragon

Cuteachpotatointowedgesbyquarteringthepotatoes,then
cuttingeachquarterinhalf.Heat1tablespoonofoliveoilover
mediumheatinalargeskillet,andcookandstirtheonionand
mushroomsuntilthemushroomsstarttoreleasetheirliquidandthe
onionbecomestranslucent,about5minutes.Transfertheonion
andmushroomsintoabowl,andsetaside.
Heat2moretablespoonsofoliveoiloverhighheatinthesame
skillet,andplacethepotatowedgesintothehotoil.Sprinklewith
saltandpepper,andallowtocook,stirringoccasionally,untilthe
wedgesarebrownedonbothsides,about10minutes.Reduceheat
tomedium,sprinklethepotatowedgeswithredpepperflakes,and
allowtocookuntilthepotatoesaretender,about10moreminutes.
Stirintheonionandmushroommixture,tossthevegetables
together,andmixinthecapersandfreshtarragon.

VegetarianCarrotCake
Ingredients

Directions

3teaspoonslemonjuice
11/4cupsmilk
2/3cupvegetableoil
2teaspoonsorangezest
3/4cuppackedbrownsugar
3teaspoonsvanillaextract
11/2cupswholewheatflour
11/2cupsall-purposeflour
11/2teaspoonsbakingpowder
11/2teaspoonsgroundcinnamon
1/2teaspoongroundcloves
1/2teaspoonsalt
11/2cupsgratedcarrots
1/2cupchoppedwalnuts

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Butteran8inch
springformpan.Inasmallbowl,addlemonjuicetomilk.Stir
togetherandletstand5minutes.Siftflour,bakingpowder,
cinnamon,clovesandsalttogetherandsetaside.
Inalargebowl,creamoil,orangezestandbrownsugar.Addsour
milkandvanilla.Addflourmixtureandbeatuntilsmooth.Stirinthe
gratedcarrotsandchoppednuts.
Pourthebatterintoan8inchspringformorotherdeep8inchpan.
Bakeat350degreesF(175degreesC)for1hour,oruntila
toothpickinsertedintothecakecomesoutclean.Allowtocool.

VegetarianPenne
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsuncookedpenneor
mediumtubepasta
1/3cupfinelychoppedonion
1smallyellowsummersquash,
sliced
1smallzucchini,sliced
1/2cupslicedfreshmushrooms
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
3tablespoonsbutter
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoondriedparsleyflakes
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspoonpepper
1/4cupheavywhippingcream

Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections.Meanwhile,inalarge
skillet,sautetheonion,summersquash,zucchini,mushroomsand
garlicinbutteruntiltender.
Inabowl,whisktheflour,seasoningsandcreamuntilsmooth;add
totheskillet.Cookfor2-3minutesoruntilthickened.Drainpasta
andaddtovegetablemixture.Cookfor2-3minutesoruntilheated
through.

VegetarianPasta
Ingredients

Directions

1(15.5ounce)cangreatnorthern
beans,rinsedanddrained
2cupshotcookedangelhair
pasta
3tablespoonsbutterormargarine
1/4teaspoongarlicsalt
1/4cupshreddedParmesanor
Romanocheese
Mincedfreshparsley

Placebeansinamicrowave-safedish;coverandmicrowaveon
highfor2minutesoruntilheatedthrough.Placepastainaserving
bowl.Addbutterandgarlicsaltifdesired;tossuntilbutteris
melted.Addbeansandcheese;tosstocoat.Sprinklewithparsley.
Serveimmediately.

OneDishVegetarianDinner
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)packagepennepasta
4clovesgarlic,minced
3/4cupoliveoil
1largeheadfreshbroccoli,
blanched
1(6ounce)canslicedblackolives

Cookpastainlargepotwithboilingsaltedwateruntilaldente.Drain
well.
Inamediumskilletovermediumheatcookgarlicinoliveoil,being
carefulnottoallowgarlictoburn.
Inalargebowladdthecookedbroccoli,cookedanddrainedpasta,
andblackolives.
Toserve,pourgarlicoiloverpastaandvegetables.Servewarm.

VegetarianQuiche
Ingredients

Directions

1(9inch)unbakedpastryshell
11/2cupschoppedonion
1mediumgreenpepper,chopped
1cupchoppedtomatoes
1/2cupchoppedzucchini
1/2cupslicedfreshmushrooms
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine
1/4teaspooncurrypowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
Pinchgroundcinnamon
5eggs
1/4cupmilk
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese

Lineunprickedpastryshellwithadoublethicknessofheavy-duty
foil.Bakeat450degreesFfor5minutes.Removefoil;bake5
minuteslonger.Reduceheatto350degreesF.
Inaskillet,sautetheonion,greenpepper,tomatoes,zucchiniand
mushroomsinbutter.Addthecurrypowder,salt,pepperand
cinnamon;mixwell.Spoonintocrust.
Inabowl,beateggs.Addthemilkandcheese;mixwell.Carefully
pourovervegetables.Bakefor40-45minutesoruntilaknife
insertednearthecentercomesoutclean.Letstandfor5minutes
beforecutting.

10

ItalianVegetarianPatties
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
3/4cupuncookedbrownrice
11/2cupsredlentils
6cupswater
1teaspoonsalt
2eggs
21/2cupsdrybreadcrumbs
11/2cupsgratedParmesan
cheese
2teaspoonsdriedbasil
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
3tablespoonsvegetableoil

Heat2tablespoonsoilinalargesaucepan.Stirinthebrownrice,
andcookuntilgoldenbrown.Addthelentils,water,andsalt;bring
toaboil.Reduceheattolow,cover,andcookuntilthericeistender
andthewaterisabsorbed,about40minutes.Addadditionalwater
ifneeded;mixtureshouldbeverythick.Removefromheatandlet
coolslightly.
Placethecookedricemixtureinafoodprocessoralongwiththe
eggs,breadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,basil,andgarlicpowder.
Processuntilwellcombined,andthetextureofgroundmeat.Form
into1/4to1/2inchthickpatties,usingabout3tablespoonsmixture
foreach.
Heat3tablespoonsoilinalargeskillet.Inbatches,frypattiesuntil
browned,about2to3minutesperside.Drainonpapertowels;
cool.Fryremainingpattiesinthesamemanner.Storeinairtight
containersintherefrigeratororfreezer.

11

VegetarianBlackBeanChili
Ingredients

Directions

1/2cupapplesauce
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1tablespoongroundcoriander
1teaspoongroundcayenne
pepper
1teaspoongroundcumin
1teaspoondriedoregano
1/2teaspoongroundcloves
1/2teaspoondriedrosemary
1/2teaspoondriedsage
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1pinchasafoetidapowder
(optional)
1(15ounce)canblackbeans
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
2clovesgarlic,minced
1onion,chopped
1yellowsquash,chopped
2carrots,chopped
1sweetpotato,peeledanddiced
1cupchoppedfreshmushrooms
1quartwater,orasneeded

Inalargepotovermedium-lowheat,mixtheapplesauce,brown
sugar,coriander,cayennepepper,cumin,oregano,cloves,
rosemary,sage,thymeandasafoetidapowder.Cookjustuntil
heatedthrough.Stirinblackbeansandtomatopaste.Mixingarlic,
onion,squash,carrots,sweetpotatoandmushrooms.Pourin
enoughwatertocover.Bringtoaboil,reduceheattolowand
simmer45minutes,stirringoccasionally.

12

VegetarianBeanCurry
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1largewhiteonion,chopped
1/2cupdrylentils
2clovesgarlic,minced
3tablespoonscurrypowder
1teaspoongroundcumin
1pinchcayennepepper
1(28ounce)cancrushed
tomatoes
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
drainedandrinsed
1(8ounce)cankidneybeans,
drainedandrinsed
1/2cupraisins
saltandpeppertotaste

Heattheoilinalargepotovermediumheat,andcooktheonion
untiltender.Mixinthelentilsandgarlic,andseasonwithcurry
powder,cumin,andcayennepepper.Cookandstir2minutes.Stir
inthetomatoes,garbanzobeans,kidneybeans,andraisins.Season
withsaltandpepper.Reduceheattolow,andsimmeratleast1
hour,stirringoccasionally.

13

VegetarianCake
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsall-purposeflour
1tablespoonbakingpowder
11/2teaspoonsgroundcinnamon
11/2teaspoonsgroundallspice
3/4teaspoonbakingsoda
1/4teaspoonsalt
11/2cupspeeledandshredded
apples
11/2cupsshreddedcarrots
11/2cupspeeledandshredded
potatoes
3/4cupdriedcurrants
3/4cupraisins
3/4cupchoppedwalnuts
1tablespoongratedorangezest
3/4cupbutter,softened
11/2cupsbrownsugar
3eggs
2tablespoonslightmolasses

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Greaseandfloura
10-inchbundtpan.
Ontoasheetofwaxedpaper,siftflour,bakingpowder,cinnamon,
allspice,bakingsodaandsalt.Setaside.Inamediumbowl,stir
togetherapples,carrots,potatoes,currants,raisins,walnutsand
orangezest.Setaside.
Placesoftenedbutterandbrownsugarinalargemixingbowl.Beat
atlowspeeduntilmixtureislightandfluffy.Addeggsoneatatime,
beatingaftereachaddition,andthenmixinmolasses.Slowlybeat
indryingredientsuntilmixtureisthoroughlymoistened.Gradually
stirinfruitmixtureandcontinuetobeatatlowspeeduntilwell
blended.Spoonintopreparedpan.
Bakeinpreheatedovenfor60minutes,oruntilatoothpickinserted
incentercomesoutcleanandcakepullsawayfromsidesofpan.
Coolonawirerackfor10minutes,thenremovefrompanandcool
completely.

14

Lucie'sVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1/3cupoliveoil
2cupschoppedonion
3/4cupchoppedcelery
1cupchoppedgreenbellpepper
1cupchoppedcarrots
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
2cupschoppedmushrooms
1/4teaspooncrushedredpepper
flakes
1tablespoongroundcumin
2tablespoonschilipowder
3/4teaspoondriedbasil
2teaspoonssalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper

Heattheoliveoilinalargepotoverhighheat.Stirintheonion,
celery,greenbellpepper,carrot,garlic,mushrooms,redpepper
flakes,cumin,chilipowder,basil,salt,andpepper.Cookandstir
untilthevegetablesbegintosoften,about2minutes.Stirinthe
tomatojuice,bulgurwheat,choppedtomatoes,kidneybeans,hot
peppersauce,lemonjuice,tomatopaste,Worcestershiresauce,
redwine,andgreenchilepeppers.Bringtoaboil,stirring
frequently.Reduceheattomedium-low,andsimmer,uncovered,20
minutesbeforeserving.

2cupstomatojuice
3/4cupbulgurwheat
2cupschoppedtomatoes
1(20ounce)cankidneybeans,
undrained
1/2teaspoonhotpeppersauce
(suchasTabasco)
2tablespoonslemonjuice
3tablespoonstomatopaste
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1/4cupdryredwine
2tablespoonscannedchopped
greenchilepeppers,ortotaste

15

VegetarianLimeOrzo
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,minced
2cupsorzopasta
1zucchini,peeledandshredded
1carrot,peeledandshredded
1(16ounce)canstewed
tomatoes,undrained
1(14ounce)canvegetablebroth
1teaspoonItalianseasoning
1teaspoondriedbasilleaves
saltandblackpeppertotaste
1/4cupchoppedgreenonions
1/4cupchoppedfreshparsley
2teaspoonsgratedlimezest
2tablespoonslimejuice
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
fortopping

Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Stirinthe
garlicandorzopasta;cookandstiruntilpastaturnsalight,golden
color,about5minutes.Stirinzucchiniandcarrots;cookuntil
vegetablessoften,about2minutes.Stirinthetomatoes,vegetable
broth,Italianseasoning,andbasil.Seasonwithsaltandpepperto
taste.Reduceheattomedium.Cover,andsimmeruntilalmostall
liquidisabsorbed,about10minutes.Stirinthegreenonions,
parsley,limezest,andlimejuice.Removefromheat,coolslightly,
andservesprinkledwithParmesancheese.

16

VegetarianSweetandSourMeatballs
Ingredients

Directions

Meatballs:
4eggs
1cupshreddedCheddarcheese
1/2cupcottagecheese
1/2cupfinelychoppedonion
1cupfinelychoppedpecans
1teaspoondriedbasil
11/2teaspoonssalt
1/4teaspoondriedsage
2cupsItalianseasonedbread
crumbs
SweetandSourSauce:
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/4cupwhitevinegar
3/4cupapricotjam
1cupketchup
1/4cupmincedonion
1teaspoondriedoregano
1dashhotpeppersauce

Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inalargebowl,mixtogethertheeggs,Cheddarcheese,and
cottagecheeseuntilwellblended.Mixin1/2cuponion,pecans,
basil,saltandsage.Stirinbreadcrumbs.Formthemixtureinto2
inchballs,andplacethemina9x13inchbakingdish.
Inanotherbowl,whisktogetherthevegetableoil,vinegar,apricot
jam,ketchup,1/4cuponion,oreganoandhotpeppersauce.Pour
overmeatballs.
Bakeuncoveredfor35to40minutesinthepreheatedoven,until
meatballsarefirm,andsauceisthickandbubbly.

17

VegetarianMeatloaf
Ingredients

Directions

1(12ounce)bottlebarbeque
sauce
1(12ounce)packagevegetarian
burgercrumbles
1greenbellpepper,chopped
1/3cupmincedonion
1clovegarlic,minced
1/2cupsoftbreadcrumbs
3tablespoonsParmesancheese
1egg,beaten
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspoondriedbasil
1/4teaspoonparsleyflakes
saltandpeppertotaste

Preheatovento325degreesF(165degreesC).Lightlygreasea
5x9inchloafpan.
Inabowl,mix1/2thebarbequesaucewiththevegetarianburger
crumbles,greenbellpepper,onion,garlic,breadcrumbs,Parmesan
cheese,andegg.Seasonwiththyme,basil,parsley,salt,and
pepper.Transfertotheloafpan.
Bake45minutesinthepreheatedoven.Pourremainingbarbeque
sauceovertheloaf,andcontinuebaking15minutes,oruntilloafis
set.

18

VegetarianStuffedPeppers
Ingredients

Directions

11/2cupsbrownrice
6largegreenbellpeppers
3tablespoonssoysauce
3tablespoonscookingsherry
1teaspoonvegetarian
Worcestershiresauce
11/2cupsextrafirmtofu
1/2cupsweeteneddried
cranberries
1/4cupchoppedpecans
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
saltandpeppertotaste
2cupstomatosauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Inasaucepan
bring3cupswatertoaboil.Stirinrice.Reduceheat,coverand
simmerfor40minutes.
Meanwhile,coreandseedgreenpeppers,leavingbottomsintact.
Placepeppersinamicrowavabledishwithabout1/2inchofwater
inthebottom.Microwaveonhighfor6minutes.
Inasmallfryingpanbringsoysauce,wineandWorcestershire
saucetoasimmer.Addtofuandsimmeruntiltheliquidis
absorbed.Combinerice(afterithascooled),tofu,cranberries,
nuts,cheese,saltandpepper;mixandpackfirmlyintopeppers.
Returnpepperstothedishyoufirstmicrowavedthemin,andbake
inpreheatedovenfor25to30minutes,oruntillightlybrownedon
top.
Meanwhile,inasmallsaucepanoverlowheat,combinetomato
sauceandbrownsugar;heatuntilhotthroughout.Spoonsauce
overeachserving.

19

Vegetarian'sDelightPizza
Ingredients

Directions

1(12inch)pre-bakedpizzacrust
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1cupseasonedtomatosauce
1/2cupslicedonion
1cupfreshslicedmushrooms
1/2cupchoppedgreenbell
pepper
1/4cupchoppedblackolives
2cupsshreddedmozzarella
cheese

Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Placethepizzacrustonalargecookietrayorpizzapan.Brushthe
crustevenlywitholiveoil.Spreadtomatosauceoveritwitha
spatulaorbackofaspoon.Sprinklevegetablesevenlyoverthe
sauce,andtopwithcheese.
Bakefor10to12minutes,oruntilcheesehasmeltedandisbubbly.
Letcoolfor2to3minutesbeforecutting.

20

VegetarianMeatloafwithVegetables
Ingredients

Directions

1/2(14ounce)packagevegetarian
groundbeef(e.g.,GimmeLean
TM)
1(12ounce)packagevegetarian
burgercrumbles
1onion,chopped
2eggs,beaten
2tablespoonsvegetarian
Worcestershiresauce
1teaspoonsalt
1/3teaspoonpepper
1teaspoongroundsage
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
2teaspoonspreparedmustard
1tablespoonvegetableoil
31/2slicesbread,cubed
1/3cupmilk
1(8ounce)cantomatosauce
4carrots,cutinto1inchpieces
4potatoes,cubed
1cookingspray

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inalargebowlcombinevegetariangroundbeef,vegetarianground
beefcrumbles,onion,eggs,Worcestershiresauce,salt,pepper,
sage,garlicpowder,mustard,oil,breadcubesandmilk.Transfer
toa9x13inchbakingdishandformintoaloaf.Pourtomato
sauceontop.
Placecarrotsandpotatoesaroundloafandsprayvegetableswith
cookingspray.
Bake30to45minutes;turnvegetables.Bakeanother30to45
minutes.Letstand15minutesbeforeslicing.

21

VegetarianBakedPasta
Ingredients

Directions

1poundpennepasta
2tablespoonsoliveoil
8ouncesportobellomushrooms,
cutinto1/2inchpieces
1teaspoondriedbasil
1teaspoondriedoregano
2clovesgarlic,minced
1(28ounce)jarspaghettisauce
4cupsshreddedmozzarella
cheese
8ouncesGorgonzolacheese,
crumbled

Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Addpastaand
cookfor8to10minutesoruntilaldente;drain.Pouraglassofice
wateroverthepastatostopthecooking,butdonotrinse
thoroughly.
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Coata9x13
glasspanwitholiveoil.Heat2tablespoonsoliveoilinlargeskillet.
Addmushrooms.Cookfor2minutesthenaddbasil,oreganoand
garlicandcook1minutemore.Addsaucetomushroommixture
andstir.
Toassemble,pourenoughsauceinthebottomofthepantocover.
Combinetheremainingsauceandthepasta.Placeone-thirdof
saucednoodlesontopofsauceinpan.Topwith1cupof
mozzarellaandone-halfofthegorgonzola.Repeatforasecond
layer.Putthefinalthirdofthenoodlesinthepanandtopwiththe
final2cupsofmozzarella.
Bakefor30to45minutes,oruntilcheeseisbrowned.Serve.

22

VegetarianRefriedBeans
Ingredients

Directions

1pounddrypintobeans,rinsed
2tablespoonsmincedgarlic,
divided
1mediumtomato,diced
2tablespoonsgroundcumin
1tablespoonchilipowder
2tablespoonsoliveoil
salttotaste

Placethebeansinalargesaucepan,andcoverwithaninchof
water.Placeoverhighheat,andbringtoaboil.Whenthebeans
havecometoaboil,drain,andreturnthemtothesamepot.Cover
thebeanswith2inchesofwater,andstirin1tablespoonofgarlic,
thetomato,cumin,andchilipowder.Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,
thenreduceheattolow,andsimmeruntilthebeansareverysoft,
about3hoursand45minutes,addingwaterasneeded.
Oncethebeanshavecooked,mashthemwiththeremaining
tablespoonofgarlic,theoil,andsalttotaste;useadditionalwater
asneededtoachievedesiredconsistency.Placeoverlowheatfor
30minutes,stirringoccasionally.Serve.

23

VegetarianTortillaSoup
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(1pound)packagefrozen
pepperandonionstirfrymix
2clovesgarlic,minced
3tablespoonsgroundcumin
1(28ounce)cancrushed
tomatoes
3(4ounce)canschoppedgreen
chilepeppers,drained
4(14ounce)cansvegetablebroth
saltandpeppertotaste
1(11ounce)canwholekernel
corn
12ouncestortillachips
1cupshreddedCheddarcheese
1avocado-peeled,pittedand
diced

Heattheoilinalargepotovermediumheat.Stirinthepepperand
onionstirfrymix,garlic,andcumin,andcook5minutes,until
vegetablesaretender.Mixinthetomatoesandchilepeppers.Pour
inthebroth,andseasonwithsaltandpepper.Bringtoaboil,
reduceheattolow,andsimmer30minutes.
Mixcornintothesoup,andcontinuecooking5minutes.Servein
bowlsoverequalamountsoftortillachips.Topwithcheeseand
avocado.

24

VegetarianFourCheeseLasagna
Ingredients

Directions

2cupspeeledanddicedpumpkin
1eggplant,slicedinto1/2inch
rounds
5tomatoes
1pintricottacheese
9ouncescrumbledfetacheese
2/3cuppesto
2eggs,beaten
saltandpeppertotaste
1(15ounce)cantomatosauce
freshpastasheets
11/3cupsshreddedmozzarella
cheese
1cupgratedParmesancheese

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Placepumpkinonabakingsheetandroastinovenuntilbrowned
andtender,about30minutes.Meanwhile,grilleggplantona
charcoalgrillorfryinaskillet,turningonce,untilcharredand
tender,10to15minutes.Halvetomatoesandplaceonbaking
sheetinovenforlast15minutesofpumpkintime;cookuntiltender
andwrinkly.
Inamediumbowl,stirtogetherricotta,feta,pesto,eggs,saltand
pepperuntilwellmixed.Foldroastedpumpkinintoricottamixture.
Spoonhalfofthetomatosauceintoa9x13bakingdish.Laytwo
pastasheetsoverthesauce.Arrangeasinglelayerofeggplant
slicesoverpastaandtopwithhalfthericottamixture.Coverwith
twomorepastasheets.Arrangetheroastedtomatoesevenlyover
thesheetsandspoontheremaininghalfthericottamixtureoverthe
tomatoes.Sprinklewithhalfthemozzarella.Topwithremaining
twosheetsofpasta.Pourremainingtomatosauceoveralland
sprinklewithremainingmozzarellaandParmesan.
Bakeinpreheatedoven30to40minutes,untilgoldenandbubbly.

25

VegetarianTortillaStew
Ingredients

Directions

1(19ounce)cangreenenchilada
sauce
11/2cupswater
1cubevegetablebouillon
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoonchilipowder
1/4teaspoongroundcumin
1(15ounce)canpintobeans,
drainedandrinsed
1/2(16ounce)candiced
tomatoes
1cupfrozencorn
1/2cupvegetarianchicken
substitute,diced(optional)
4(6inch)corntortillas,torninto
strips
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
cilantro
saltandpeppertotaste

Inapot,mixtheenchiladasauceandwater.Dissolvethebouillon
cubeintheliquid,andseasonwithgarlicpowder,chilepowder,and
cumin.Bringtoaboil,andreduceheattolow.Mixinthebeans,
tomatoes,andcorn.Simmeruntilheatedthrough.Mixinvegetarian
chickenandtortillas,andcookuntilheatedthrough.Stirincilantro,
andseasonwithsaltandpeppertoserve.

26

VegetarianMoroccanStew
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonoliveoil
1yellowonion,diced
4clovesgarlic,minced
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
1(4inch)cinnamonstick
saltandpeppertotaste
1poundbutternutsquash-
peeled,seeded,andcutinto2inchcubes
4largeredpotatoes,cutinto2inchcubes
2cupsvegetablebroth
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
drained
1(14.5ounce)cancanneddiced
tomatoeswiththeirjuice
1cuppitted,brine-curedgreen
olives
1/2teaspoonlemonzest
13/4cupswater
1(10ounce)boxuncooked
couscous
6tablespoonsplainyogurt
6tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro

HeatoliveoilinalargecoveredsaucepanorDutchovenover
mediumheat,untiloilishotbutnotsmoking.Dropintheonion,
garlic,cumin,cinnamonstick,andsaltandpepper.Cookandstir
for5minutes,untilonionistenderandtranslucent.
Stirinthebutternutsquashandpotatocubes,broth,garbanzo
beans,andtomatoes,andbringthemixturetoaboil.Reduceheat,
coverthepot,andsimmerabout20minutes,stirringoccasionally,
untilthesquashandpotatoesaretender.Removethestewfrom
heat,andstirintheolivesandlemonzest.
Inalargesaucepan,bring13/4cupwatertoaboil.Stirin
couscous.Coverandremovefromtheheat;letstandfor5minutes.
Fluffwithafork;cool.Servestewovercookedcouscous.Garnish
eachservingwithadollopofyogurtandasprinkleofcilantro
leaves.

27

VegetarianFauxChickenPatties
Ingredients

Directions

1(12.5ounce)canvegetarianfried
chicken(e.g.,FriChik)
1celery
1/2smallonion
1/4largegreenbellpepper
4eggs,beaten
1/2cupdrybreadstuffingmix
saltandpeppertotaste
1tablespoonoliveoil

Processthe'chicken'inafoodprocessorandthentransferittoa
mediummixingbowl.Runthecelery,onionandgreenpepper
throughtheprocessor.Addthevegetablestothemixingbowland
stirintheeggs,stuffing,saltandpepper;mixwell.Forminto
patties.
Inamediumfryingpanheatoliveoilovermedium-highheat.Fry
pattiesoneachsideuntilbrowned.

28

EasyVegetarianCornChowder
Ingredients

Directions

6tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupdicedonion
1/2cupdicedcelery
6tablespoonsall-purposeflour
2(14.5ounce)cansvegetable
broth
2(15ounce)canscreamedcorn
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drained
2tablespoonsshreddedcarrot
1cuphalf-and-halfcream
3/4cupskimmilk
1/2teaspoongroundnutmeg
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1pinchsalt

Inalargesaucepanovermediumheat,meltbutter.Cookonions
andceleryinbutter3minutes.Whiskinflourandcook6minutes
more,untillightbrown.Whiskinbrothandsimmer10minutes.
Stirincreamedcorn,corn,carrot,half-and-half,milk,nutmeg,
pepperandsalt.Simmeroverlowheat10minutesmore.

29

NutBurgers(Vegetarian)
Ingredients

Directions

1/2cupfinelychoppedwalnuts
1/2cupunsaltedsunflowerseeds
1cupcannedchickpeas,drained
1/4cupdicedredonion
1beatenegg
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
parsley
1/4teaspoonfreshgroundblack
pepper
1tablespoonsalt-freeherb
seasoningblend
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2slicesmildCheddarcheese
1pitabreadround
1/4cuppreparedRanchsalad
dressing
2leavesromainelettuce
1mediumtomato,thinlysliced
1/2avocado-peeled,pittedand
sliced

Placewalnutsandsunflowerseedsinadryskilletovermedium
heat.Cook,stirringoccasionallyuntillightlytoastedandfragrant,
about5minutes.
Inamediumbowl,mashgarbanzobeanswithafork,orchopina
foodprocessor.Stirintheonion,egg,parsley,andtoastednuts.
Seasonwithpepperandseasoningblend,andmixwell.
Heatoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Dividethebeanmixture
into2patties,andfryinthehotoilforabout3minutesoneachside,
oruntilwellbrownedandheatedthrough.Placeasliceofcheese
overeachpatty,andremovefromheat.
Placethepitaroundinthesamedryskilletthenutswerein,and
heatforabout1minuteoneachside.Cuttheroundinhalf,spread
ranchdressinginsideofeach,andlinethepocketswithromaine
leaves.Placeacheesypattyintoeachone,andtopwithsliced
tomatoandavocado.Servewithtortillaorpotatochips.

30

VegetarianBrownRiceCasserole
Ingredients

Directions

1(19ounce)canready-to-serve
lentilsoup
1cupcookedbrownrice
1(7.75ounce)canunsaltedmixed
vegetables,drained
1largecannedroastedred
pepper,diced
1/2cupshreddedsharpCheddar
cheese,divided

Combinesoup,rice,mixedvegetables,peppersand6tablespoons
ofthecheddarcheeseina2-quart,microwave-safecasseroleor
bakingdish.Seasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste,andlevelthetop
ofthemixture.Sprinklewiththeremaining2tablespoonsof
cheddarcheese.
Coverandcookinamicrowaveovenatfullpoweruntilheated
throughandthecheesehasmelted(about5minutes).
Uncoverandcoolfor1minutebeforeserving.

31

Hariton's'Famous'VegetarianCasserole
Ingredients

Directions

8largeeggplants
8largepotatoes
8greenbellpeppers
8largeonions
8summersquash
6tomatoes
1poundfreshgreenbeans
1poundwholefreshmushrooms
2bulbsgarlic,clovesseparated
andpeeled
1/4cupchoppedfreshdillweed
1/4cupchoppedfreshoregano
1/4cupchoppedfreshbasil
1(15ounce)cantomatosauce
3/4cupoliveoil
saltandpeppertotaste

Preparetheeggplantbeforeassemblingingredients,bycutting
theminto2inchchunksandputtingthemintoanextralargebowl
withsaltedwatertocover.Thiswilldrawoutthebitternessfromthe
eggplant.Letthissitforabout3hours.
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Cutthepotatoes,greenbellpeppers,onion,squashandtomatoes
into2-inchchunks.Cutthegreenbeansandmushroomsinhalfand
peelthegarliccloves.
Drainandrinsetheeggplant,thencombineitwithalltheother
choppedvegetables,thedill,oreganoandbasilandplaceallintoa
3x13x18inchroastingpan.Pourthetomatosauceandoliveoilover
all.
Bakeat375degreesF(190degreesC)for21/2hours,addinga
littlewaterabouthalfwaythroughcookingtimetokeepmoist.

32

VegetarianShepherd'sPieII
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsvegetablebroth,divided
1teaspoonyeastextractspread,
e.g.Marmite/Vegemite
1/2cupdrylentils
1/4cuppearlbarley
1largecarrot,diced
1/2onion,finelychopped
1/2cupwalnuts,coarsely
chopped
3potatoes,chopped
1teaspoonall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonwater
saltandpeppertotaste

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inalargesaucepanovermedium-lowheat,combine11/4cups
broth,yeastextract,lentilsandbarley.Simmerfor30minutes.
Meanwhile,inamediumsaucepancombineremaining3/4cup
broth,carrot,onionandwalnuts;cookuntiltender,about15
minutes.
Meanwhile,bringalargepotofsaltedwatertoaboil.Addpotatoes
andcookuntiltenderbutstillfirm,about15minutes.Drainand
mash.
Combineflourandwaterandstirintocarrotmixture;simmeruntil
thickened.Combinecarrotmixturewithlentilmixtureandseason
withsaltandpepper.Pourmixtureintoa2quartcasseroledish.
Spoonmashedpotatoesoverlentilmixture.
Bakeinpreheatedovenuntillightlybrownedontop,about30
minutes.

33

UnbelievablyEasyandDeliciousVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1(28ounce)candicedtomatoes
withjuice
1smallonion,diced
1(15ounce)canwhitebeans,
drained
1(15ounce)canchilibeans,with
liquid
1(1.25ounce)packagereduced
sodiumtacoseasoningmix
1(1ounce)packageranch
dressingmix
1(12ounce)packagevegetarian
burgercrumbles
1(8ounce)packageshredded
Cheddarcheese(optional)

Mixthetomatoes,onion,whitebeans,chilibeans,tacoseasoning
mix,andranchdressingmixinalargepotovermediumheat.Bring
toaboil.Reduceheattolow,mixintheburgercrumbles,and
continuecookinguntilheatedthrough.Topwithcheesetoserve.

34

VeggieVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonvegetableoil
3clovesgarlic,minced
1cupchoppedonion
1cupchoppedcarrots
1cupchoppedgreenbellpepper
1cupchoppedredbellpepper
2tablespoonschilipowder
11/2cupschoppedfresh
mushrooms
1(28ounce)canwholepeeled
tomatoeswithliquid,chopped
1(15ounce)canblackbeans,
undrained
1(15ounce)cankidneybeans,
undrained
1(15ounce)canpintobeans,
undrained
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drained
1tablespooncumin
11/2tablespoonsdriedoregano
11/2tablespoonsdriedbasil
1/2tablespoongarlicpowder

Heattheoilinalargepotovermediumheat.Cookandstirthe
garlic,onion,andcarrotsinthepotuntiltender.Mixinthegreenbell
pepperandredbellpepper.Seasonwithchilipowder.Continue
cooking5minutes,oruntilpeppersaretender.
Mixthemushroomsintothepot.Stirinthetomatoeswithliquid,
blackbeanswithliquid,kidneybeanswithliquid,pintobeanswith
liquid,andcorn.Seasonwithcumin,oregano,basil,andgarlic
powder.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheattomedium,cover,andcook
20minutes,stirringoccasionally.

35

VegetarianJambalaya
Ingredients

Directions

1mediumonion,finelychopped
1cupchoppedcelery
1cupchoppedgreenpepper
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
2garliccloves,minced
1teaspoonoliveoil
3cupschoppedfreshtomatoes
2cupswater
1cupuncookedlonggrainrice
2tablespoonsreduced-sodium
soysauce
1tablespoonmincedfreshparsley
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
1/8teaspoonchilipowder
1/8teaspoonpepper
6tablespoonsreducedfatsour
cream

Inalargenonstickskillet,sautetheonion,celery,greenpepper,
mushroomsandgarlicinoiluntiltender.Stirinthetomatoes,water,
rice,soysauce,parsley,salt,paprika,cayenne,chilipowderand
pepper.
Transfertoa2-1/2-qt.bakingdishcoatedwithnonstickcooking
spray.Coverandbakeat350degreesFfor65-70minutesoruntil
riceistenderandliquidisabsorbed.Topeachservingwith1
tablespoonsourcream.

36

SouthwesternVegetarianPasta
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonvegetableoil
1onion,chopped
1/2greenbellpepper,diced
2clovesgarlic,chopped
2tablespoonschilipowder
1teaspoongroundcumin
1(28ounce)candicedtomatoes
withjuice
1(15ounce)canchickpeas
1(10ounce)packagefrozencorn
kernels,thawed
1(12ounce)packageuncooked
elbowmacaroni
1/2cupshreddedMontereyJack
cheese

Heatoilinalarge,deepskillet.Sauteonion,greenpepper,garlic,
chilipowderandcumin.Stirintomatoes,chickpeasandcorn.
Reduceheattolowandsimmer15to20minutes,oruntilthickened
andheatedthrough.
Meanwhile,bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Add
macaroniandcookfor8to10minutesoruntilaldente;drain.
Combinepastaandsauce.SprinkleeachservingwithMonterey
Jackcheese.

37

VegetarianStuffing
Ingredients

Directions

1(1pound)loafday-oldbread
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(10.5ounce)canvegetable
broth
1/4cupwater
1teaspoonpoultryseasoning
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
1/2cupwildrice,cooked
(optional)
1/4cupdriedcranberries
(optional)
1/2cupchoppedmushrooms
(optional)
1/4cupchoppedwalnuts
(optional)
1/4cupcubedapples(optional)

Mixtogetherthebread,creamofmushroomsoup,vegetablebroth,
water,poultryseasoning,andsaltandpeppertotaste.Addanyor
alloftheoptionalingredientsasdesired.Itwillbesticky.Shapeinto
aloafandwrapin(nonstick,sprayed)foiltobake.
Bakeforaboutanhourat350degreesF(175degreesC).Youcan
sliceitlikeameatloafandserve.

38

InsanelyEasyVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonvegetableoil
1cupchoppedonions
3/4cupchoppedcarrots
3clovesgarlic,minced
1cupchoppedgreenbellpepper
1cupchoppedredbellpepper
3/4cupchoppedcelery
1tablespoonchilipowder
11/2cupschoppedfresh
mushrooms
1(28ounce)canwholepeeled
tomatoeswithliquid,chopped
1(19ounce)cankidneybeans
withliquid
1(11ounce)canwholekernel
corn,undrained
1tablespoongroundcumin
11/2teaspoonsdriedoregano
11/2teaspoonsdriedbasil

Heatoilinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Sauteonions,
carrots,andgarlicuntiltender.Stiringreenpepper,redpepper,
celery,andchilipowder.Cookuntilvegetablesaretender,about6
minutes.
Stirinmushrooms,andcook4minutes.Stirintomatoes,kidney
beans,andcorn.Seasonwithcumin,oregano,andbasil.Bringtoa
boil,andreduceheattomedium.Cover,andsimmerfor20
minutes,stirringoccasionally.

39

FireRoastedVegetarianGumbo
Ingredients

Directions

1serranopepper
1bananapepper
1smalljalapenochilepepper
1/4cupcanolaoil
1/4cupall-purposeflour
2tablespoonscanolaoil
2celeryribs,chopped
1largeonion,chopped
3greenbellpeppers,chopped
1quartvegetablebroth
2clovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsCajunseasoning
1tablespoonsmokedpaprika
1tablespoonfilepowder
1cupfire-roastedtomatoes
1sweetpotato,peeledandcubed
parsnip,peeledandcubed
1cupcannedredbeans,rinsed
anddrained
1cupcannedblack-eyepeas,
rinsedanddrained
2cupsfrozencutokra,thawed

Preheatoventobroil.
Arrangetheserrano,banana,andjalapenochilepeppersona
bakingsheetandplaceintheoven.Watchcarefullyandbroiljust
untiltheskinsblackenandblister,4to5minutes.Turnthepeppers
andcontinuebroilinguntilallsidesareblackened.Removethe
peppersfromtheovenandplaceinasealedpaperbagtosteam.
After15to20minutes,removepeppersfromthebagandpeeloff
thecrispyblackskin.Removestemsandseedsfromthepeppers,
coarselychop,andplaceinabowl.
Heatthecanolaoilinalargeskilletovermediumheatuntilapinch
offloursprinkledovertheoiljustbeginstobubble.Whiskintherest
oftheflourandcook,whiskingcontinuously,untilthemixtureiswell
blendedanddarkbrown,about20minutes.Onceitbecomesdark
brown,removetherouxfromtheheat.
Place2tablespoonsofcanolaoilintoadeepsouppotandheat
overmedium-highheat.Whentheoilisjustabouttosmoke,stirin
thecelerywithhalfoftheonionsandbellpeppers.Cookandstir
untilthevegetablesaretenderandtheonionistransparent,about5
minutes.Stir1/4cupofthevegetablebrothintothepot.Cover,and
simmeruntilalmostalltheliquidisevaporated,10to15minutes.
Stirtheserrano,banana,andjalapenochilepeppers,alongwiththe
uncookedbellpeppersandonions,garlic,Cajunseasoning,
smokedpaprikafilepowder,intothecookedbellpeppersand
onions.Stirtherouxand1cupofstockintothevegetablemixture
untiltherouxdissolves.Coverandsimmer5minutes.Addthe
tomatoes,sweetpotato,parsnip,redbeans,black-eyedpeas,okra,
andremainingstock.Simmeruncovered30minutesmore.Season
totastewithsaltandpepper.

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VegetarianLentilSpaghetti
Ingredients

Directions

1/4cupdriedbrownlentils,rinsed
anddrained
1(15ounce)canstewed
tomatoes,undrained
1(15ounce)canartichokehearts
inwater
1/4teaspooncayennepepper,
divided
1/4cupwater
3tablespoonsoliveoil,divided
1/4poundthinspaghetti
4greenonions,chopped
1/2teaspoonsesameseeds
saltandpeppertotaste

Placethelentils,tomatoesandartichokes(withtheliquidfromthe
cans),1/8teaspooncayennepepperandthewaterintoalarge
saucepan.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheattolowandsimmeruntil
lentilsaretender,about20minutes.
Meanwhile,bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwaterand1
tablespoonoftheoliveoiltoaboil.Addspaghettiandcookfor8to
10minutesoruntilaldente;drain.Returnpastatopotandcoverto
keepwarm.
Heatremaining2tablespoonsoliveoilinasmallskilletovermedium
heatandcookgreenonionsforabout3minutes.Add1/8teaspoon
cayennepepperandsesameseedsandcookuntiltheseedsare
lightlybrowned,about2minutes.Setaside.
Addthelentilmixturetothepotofpastaandtosstodistribute
evenly.Addthegreenonionmixtureandtosslightlyagain.Season
withsaltandpeppertotaste.

41

VegetarianShepherd'sPieI
Ingredients

Directions

5russetpotatoes,peeledandcut
intothirds
4tablespoonsbutter
11/2teaspoonssalt
groundblackpeppertotaste
2cupsmilk
3cupswater
1/2cupkasha(toastedbuckwheat
groats)
2/3cupbulgur
2cupschoppedonion
2clovesgarlic,minced
2carrots,diced
2cupsfreshslicedmushrooms
11/2tablespoonsall-purpose
flour
1cupwholecornkernels,
blanched
3tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley

Gentlyboilpotatoesinalargepotofwaterfor20minutes,oruntil
tender.Drain,andreturntothepot.Mashpotatoeswith2
tablespoonsbutterormargarine,3/4teaspoonsalt,and1/2cup
milkuntilfairlysmooth.Setaside.
Inasaucepan,bring11/2cupswaterwith1/2teaspoonsalttoa
boil.Stirinkasha.Reduceheat,andsimmer,uncovered,for15
minutes.Add11/2cupsmorewater,andbringtoaboil.Add
bulgur,cover,andremovefromheat.Letstandfor10minutes.
Inalargesaucepan,melttheremaining2tablespoonsofbutteror
margarineovermediumheat.Addonions,garlic,andcarrots;saute
untiltheonionssoften.Addmushrooms;cookandstirfor3to4
minutes.Sprinkleflourovervegetables;stirconstantlyfor2
minutes,oruntilflourstartstobrown.Pourremaining11/2cups
milkoverthevegetables,andincreaseheattohigh.Stirwitha
whiskuntilsauceissmooth.Reduceheat,andsimmerfor5
minutes.Stirincorn,1/4teaspoonsalt,andblackpeppertotaste.
Mixtogethervegetablemixtureandkashamixtureinalargebowl.
Spoonintoabuttered10inchpiepan,andsmoothwithaspatula.
Spreadmashedpotatoesovertop,leavinganunevensurface.
Bakeinapreheated350degreeF(175degreeC)ovenfor30
minutes.Garnishwiththechoppedparsley,andserve.

42

VegetarianMushroom-WalnutMeatloaf
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonoliveoil
12ouncescriminimushrooms,
chopped
1smallredonion,finelydiced
1redbellpepper,seededand
diced
1tablespoongroundsage
11/4cupscookedbrownrice
1/2cupwalnuts,finelychopped
1envelopeonionsoupmix
1cupoatbran
1cupwheatgerm
2eggwhites,lightlybeaten
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
2teaspoonspreparedmustard

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Lightlygreasea
9x5inchloafpan.
Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Stirinthe
mushrooms,onions,andbellpepper;cookuntiltheonionis
transparent,about5minutes.Sprinklesageoverthevegetables,
andcookuntilvegetablesaresoft,about5minutesmore.Transfer
vegetablestoalargemixingbowl.
Stirtherice,walnuts,onionsoupmix,oatbran,wheatgerm,egg
whites,Worcestershiresauce,andmustardintothemushroom
mixtureuntilthoroughlyblended.Spoonintopreparedloafpan,
pressingdownmixturewithaspatulatoflattentop.
Bakeinpreheatedovenfor1hour.Letrest10minutesbefore
slicing.

43

VegetarianSandwichSpread
Ingredients

Directions

1(19ounce)canvegetarianhot
doglinks
3/4cupsweetpicklerelish
1onion,chopped
1/2cupmayonnaise

Inalargebowlmashhotdoglinksusingapotatomasherorfork.
Blendinrelish,onionandmayonnaise.

44

VegetarianCassoulet
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1onion
2carrots,peeledanddiced
1pounddrynavybeans,soaked
overnight
4cupsmushroombroth
1cubevegetablebouillon
1bayleaf
4sprigsfreshparsley
1sprigfreshrosemary
1sprigfreshlemonthyme,
chopped
1sprigfreshsavory
1largepotato,peeledandcubed

Heatasmallamountofoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Cookand
stironionandcarrotsinoiluntiltender.
Inaslowcooker,combinebeans,carrotsandonion,mushroom
broth,bouillon,andbayleaf.Pourinwaterifnecessarytocover
ingredientswithwater.Tietogetherparsley,rosemary,thyme,and
savory,andaddtothepot.CookonLowfor8hours.
Stirinpotato,andcontinuecookingfor1hour.Removeherbs
beforeserving.

45

VegetarianLasagna
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)candicedtomatoes
1(16ounce)packageinstant
lasagnanoodles
1bunchfreshspinach,washed
andchopped
2largecarrots,shredded
2largezucchini,diced
2summersquash,diced
1largeeggplant,diced
1largeheadbroccoli,cutinto
florets
2teaspoonsdriedoregano
saltandpeppertotaste
1cupshreddedmozzarella
cheese(optional)
1cupricottacheese(optional)

Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).Lightlygreaseone
9x13inchbakingdish.
Placealayeroftomatoesinthebottomofthebakingdish,followed
byalayerofnoodles,spinach,carrots,zucchini,summersquash,
eggplantandbroccoli.Seasontotastewithoregano,saltand
pepper.Repeatlayeringofingredientsuntilallareusedup.Ifusing
cheesessprinkleoverbroccolilayersandontopofdish.
Bakeat375degreesF(190degreesC)for25to35minutes.

46

EasyVegetarianPasta
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)packageuncooked
wholewheatspaghetti
3tablespoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonsgarlic,minced
3largetomatoes,diced
1redonion,chopped
1yellowbellpepper,chopped
1redbellpepper,chopped
1cupchoppedzucchini
1/2cupslicedfreshmushrooms
2tablespoonsbalsamicvinegar
2tablespoonscrumbledfeta
cheese

Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Addpastaand
cookfor8to10minutesoruntilaldente;drain.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat,andsautethegarlicuntil
lightlybrowned.Mixinthetomatoes,onion,yellowbellpepper,red
bellpepper,zucchini,andmushrooms.Cookandstiruntiltender.
Mixthebalsamicvinegarintotheskillet.Tosswiththecooked
spaghetti,andsprinklewithfetacheesetoserve.

47

VegetarianGreenChileStew
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonoliveoil
1/4teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/2onion,chopped
2largecarrots,peeledand
chopped
1stalkcelery,chopped
4potatoes,cutinone-inchcubes
1/4teaspoonchilipowder
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1yellowsquash,cutinone-inch
cubes
2cupspackedfreshspinach
1/3cupfrozencornkernels
1(16ounce)canpintobeans,
drained
1cupcooked,shreddedspaghetti
squash(optional)
2cupsvegetablebroth
5cupswater
3(4ounce)canschoppedgreen
chilepeppers

Heatoliveoilinalargepotovermedium-highheat.Addgarlic,
onion,carrots,celery,potatoes,chilipowder,paprika,salt,and
pepper.Cook,stirringoccasionally,untilpotatoesaregolden
brown,about10minutes.
Tossyellowsquash,spinachleaves,corn,pintobeans,and
spaghettisquashintothepot.Continuetostiruntilspinachleaves
havewilted,1to2minutes.
Pourvegetablebroth,water,andgreenchilesintothemixture.If
necessary,addmorewatertomakesurevegetablesarecovered.
Bringstewtoaboil,thenreduceheattomediumlow,cover,and
simmeruntilthevegetablesaretender,about45minutes.

48

VegetarianGravy
Ingredients

Directions

1/2cupvegetableoil
1/3cupchoppedonion
5clovesgarlic,minced
1/2cupall-purposeflour
4teaspoonsnutritionalyeast
4tablespoonslightsoysauce
2cupsvegetablebroth
1/2teaspoondriedsage
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper

Heatoilinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat.Sauteonionand
garlicuntilsoftandtranslucent,about5minutes.Stirinflour,
nutritionalyeast,andsoysaucetoformasmoothpaste.Gradually
whiskinthebroth.Seasonwithsage,salt,andpepper.Bringtoa
boil.Reduceheat,andsimmer,stirringconstantly,for8to10
minutes,oruntilthickened.

49

DelightfulIndianCoconutVegetarianCurryinthe
SlowCooker

Ingredients

Directions

5russetpotatoes,peeledandcut
into1-inchcubes
1/4cupcurrypowder
2tablespoonsflour
1tablespoonchilipowder
1/2teaspoonredpepperflakes
1/2teaspooncayennepepper
1largegreenbellpepper,cutinto
strips
1largeredbellpepper,cutinto
strips
1(1ounce)packagedryonion
soupmix(suchasLipton)
1(14ounce)cancoconutcream
water,asneeded
11/2cupsmatchstick-cutcarrots
1cupgreenpeas(optional)
1/4cupchoppedfreshcilantro

Placethepotatoesintothebottomofaslowcooker.
Mixthecurrypowder,flour,chilipowder,redpepperflakes,and
cayennepeppertogetherinasmallbowl;sprinkleoverthe
potatoes.Stirthepotatoestocoatevenly.Addtheredbellpepper,
greenbellpepper,onionsoupmix,andcoconutmilk;stirto
combine.
CovertheslowcookerandcookonLowuntilthemixtureis
bubbling,addingwaterasneededtokeepmoist,3to4hours.Add
thecarrotstothemixtureandcookanother30minutes.Stirthe
peasintothemixtureandcookuntilthevegetablesaretenderto
yourliking,about30minutes.Garnishindividualportionswith
cilantrotoserve.

50

SummerVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil
1cupchoppedredonion
5largeclovesgarlic,crushedor
minced
2tablespoonschilipowder,or
moretotaste
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
2cupsjuicychoppedfresh
tomatoes
1(15ounce)canno-salt-added
blackbeans,drained
1cupwater(orredwine)
1cupchoppedbellpepper(any
color)
1cupchoppedzucchini
1cupcornkernels
1cupchoppedwhiteorportobello
mushrooms
1cupchoppedfreshcilantro,
packed
1/8teaspooncayennepepper,or
moretotaste
Saltandfreshlygroundblack
pepper,totaste

Heatoilinmediumpot.Addonion,garlic,chilipowderandcumin.
Sauteovermediumheatuntilonionissoft,about5minutes.Add
remainingingredients(exceptgarnishes)andstir.Bringtoaboil,
thenlowerheatandsimmer20minutesoruntilvegetablesaresoft.
Addmoreliquidifneeded.
Servealoneoroverrice(preferablybrown).Garnishifdesiredwith
anyofthefollowing:reduced-fatcheddarcheese,onion,fat-free
sourcream,guacamole,freshcilantro.

51

VegetarianTortillaDog
Ingredients

Directions

1vegetarianhotdog
1(6inch)flourtortilla
1/2teaspoonmargarine
1sliceAmericancheese

Placehotdogonamicrowave-safeplateandheatonHighuntil
warm,about30seconds.Placetortillaonamicrowave-safeplate,
andheatonHighuntilwarm,about15seconds.Lightlyspreadthe
tortillawithmargarine.Placethecheesesliceonthetortilla,andtop
withthehotdog.Foldtheendsofthetortillainoverthehotdogand
rolltoclose.HeatthetortilladoginmicrowaveonHighuntilcheese
melts,about30moreseconds.

52

MalaysianQuinoa(Vegetarian)
Ingredients

Directions

11/2cupswater,divided
1/2cupdriedsoychunks
(texturedvegetableprotein)
1tablespoonpeanutbutter
1tablespooncannedcreamof
coconut
1/2bird'seyechile,seededand
minced
1/2greenonion,diced
1teaspoonchoppedcilantro
1/2cupuncookedquinoa
saltandpeppertotaste

Boil1/2cupwater,andpourintoabowl.Mixinsoychunks.Blend
inpeanutbutter,creamofcoconut,chile,greenonion,andcilantro.
Keepwarmwhilethequinoacooks.
Bringquinoaandremaining1cupwatertoaboilinapot.Reduce
heattolow,cover,andsimmer15minutes,untilquinoaisfluffy.Stir
inthesoychunksandpeanutbuttersauce,andseasonwithsalt
andpeppertoserve.

53

VegetarianChickpeaSandwichFilling
Ingredients

Directions

1(19ounce)cangarbanzobeans, Drainandrinsechickpeas.Pourchickpeasintoamediumsize
mixingbowlandmashwithafork.Mixincelery,onion,mayonnaise
drainedandrinsed
(totaste),lemonjuice,dill,saltandpeppertotaste.
1stalkcelery,chopped
1/2onion,chopped
1tablespoonmayonnaise
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1teaspoondrieddillweed
saltandpeppertotaste

54

VegetarianSloppyJoe's
Ingredients

Directions

1/4cupvegetableoil
1/2cupmincedonion
2(8ounce)packagestempeh
1/2cupmincedgreenbellpepper
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/4cuptomatosauce
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonhoney
1tablespoonblackstrapmolasses
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/4teaspoonceleryseed
1/4teaspoongroundcumin
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundcoriander
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/2teaspoonoregano
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1pinchgroundblackpepper
hamburgerbuns

Heatoilinadeep,10-inchskilletovermedium-lowheat.Cookthe
onionintheoiluntiltranslucent.Crumblethetempehintotheskillet;
cookandstiruntilgoldenbrown.Addthegreenpepperandgarlic;
cookanother2to3minutes.Stirinthetomatosauce,
Worcestershiresauce,honey,molasses,cayennepepper,celery
seed,cumin,salt,coriander,thyme,oregano,paprika,andblack
pepper;stir.Simmeranother10to15minutes.Spoonhotonto
hamburgerbunstoserve.

55

VibrantVegetarianPurpleBorscht
Ingredients

Directions

4cupswater
2redbeets,trimmedandwashed
11/2poundstomatoes,chopped
4ouncestomatopuree
2tablespoonsbutter
2redonions,chopped
2cupschoppedmushrooms
2carrots,chopped
2stalkscelery,chopped
1/4cupchoppedfreshdill,
divided
1cubevegetablebouillon
2largeyellowpotatoes,cubed
1(15.25ounce)cankidneybeans
6cupswater
1/2headgreencabbage,chopped
1lemon,juiced
saltandpeppertotaste
1cupsourcream,fortopping

Placethebeetsintoalargepotandcoverwith4cupsofwater.
Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,thenreduceheattomedium-low,
cover,andsimmeruntiltender,20to40minutes.Meanwhile,place
thetomatoesandtomatopureeinablenderandblenduntilsmooth.
Setaside.
Meanwhile,heatthebutterinaskilletovermediumheat.Stirinthe
onion;cookandstiruntiltheonionhassoftenedandturned
translucent,about5minutes.Stirinthemushroomsandcookuntil
tender,about10minutes.Stirinthecarrots,celery,tomatomixture,
halfofthedill,andthevegetablebouillon.Continuecookingand
stirringuntilthecarrotsaretender,about10minutes.
Removethebeetsfromthecookingliquidandplacetheminthe
freezerinabowl.Stirthemushroommixture,potatoes,kidney
beans,includingtheliquid,and6cupsofwaterintothebeetwater.
Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,thenreduceheattomedium-low,
cover,andsimmeruntilthepotatoesaretender,about20minutes.
Peel,thengratethechilledbeets.Stirthebeets,cabbage,and
remainingdillintothesoup.Coverandsimmeruntilthecabbageis
tender,about5minutes.Stirinlemonjuiceandseasonwithsalt
andpepper.Removefromheatandallowsouptorestforatleast2
hours.Bringsouptoaboil,andservehotwithadollopofsour
cream.

56

VegetarianTurkeyStuffing
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonvegetableoil
1onion,finelychopped
3stalkscelery,finelychopped
1greenbellpepper,finely
chopped
1(4.5ounce)canmushrooms,
drained
1clovegarlic,crushed
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
11/2cupscornflakecrumbs
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Lightlygreasea
mediumcasseroledish.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat,andsautetheonion,
celery,pepper,mushrooms,andgarlicuntiltender.Seasonwithsalt
andpepper.Mixinthecornflakecrumbsandsoup.Transfertothe
preparedcasseroledish.
Bake30minutesinthepreheatedoven,untillightlybrowned.

57

VegetarianBurritoCasserole
Ingredients

Directions

3/4cupwhiterice
11/2cupswater
1(12ounce)packagefrozensoy
burger-stylecrumbles
1(28ounce)canwholetomatoes,
drained,1/4cupjuicereserved
21/2teaspoonschilipowder
1teaspooncumin
1(1.25ounce)packagetaco
seasoningmix
2(10inch)burrito-sizeflour
tortillas
1(14.25ounce)canvegetarian
refriedbeans,divided
2freshjalapenopeppers-
seeded,sliced,anddivided
11/2cupssalsa,divided
21/2cupsshreddedCheddar
cheese,divided

Inasaucepanbringwatertoaboil.Addriceandstir.Reduceheat,
cover,andsimmerfor20minutes.
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Placesoycrumbles,tomatoes,reservedtomatojuice,chilipowder,
cumin,andtacoseasoninginamediumfryingpanovermedium
highheat.Cookandstir,breakinguptomatoes,for10minutes.
Lay1flourtortillainalightlygreased8x8inchbakingdish.Layer
withonehalfofthebeans,jalapenoslices,rice,salsa,soymixture,
and1cupCheddarcheese.Repeatlayerswithremaining
ingredients,beginningwiththeflourtortilla,andtopwithremaining
11/2cupsCheddarcheese.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenfor15minutes,oruntilheatedthrough
andcheeseismelted.Serveimmediately.

58

Grandma'sSlowCookerVegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1(19ounce)canblackbeansoup
1(15ounce)cankidneybeans,
rinsedanddrained
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
rinsedanddrained
1(16ounce)canvegetarianbaked
beans
1(14.5ounce)canchopped
tomatoesinpuree
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drained
1onion,chopped
1greenbellpepper,chopped
2stalkscelery,chopped
2clovesgarlic,chopped
1tablespoonchilipowder,orto
taste
1tablespoondriedparsley
1tablespoondriedoregano
1tablespoondriedbasil

Inaslowcooker,combineblackbeansoup,kidneybeans,
garbanzobeans,bakedbeans,tomatoes,corn,onion,bellpepper
andcelery.Seasonwithgarlic,chilipowder,parsley,oreganoand
basil.CookforatleasttwohoursonHigh.

59

VegetarianNoriRolls
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsuncookedshort-grain
whiterice
21/4cupswater
1/4cupsoysauce
2teaspoonshoney
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
3ouncesfirmtofu,cutinto1/2
inchstrips
2tablespoonsricevinegar
4sheetsnoriseaweedsheets
1/2cucumber,julienned
1/2avocado,julienned
1smallcarrot,julienned

Inalargesaucepancoverricewithwaterandletstandfor30
minutes.
Inashallowdishcombinesoysauce,honeyandgarlic.Inthis
mixturemarinatetofuforatleast30minutes.
Bringwaterandricetoaboilandthenreduceheat;simmerfor
about20minutes,oruntilthickandsticky.Inalargeglassbowl
combinecookedricewithricevinegar.
Placeasheetofnorionabamboomat.Workingwithwethands,
spread1/4ofthericeevenlyoverthenori;leaveabout1/2inchon
thetopedgeofthenori.Place2stripsofmarinatedtofuendtoend
about1inchfromthebottom.Place2stripsofcucumbernextto
thetofu,thenavocadoandcarrot.
Rollnoritightlyfromthebottom,usingthemattohelpmakeatight
roll.Sealbymoisteningwithwaterthe1/2inchatthetop.Repeat
withremainingingredients.Slicewithaserratedknifeinto1inch
thickslices.

60

Clinton'sSpecialVegetarianQuiche
Ingredients

Directions

1(17.5ounce)packagefrozen
puffpastry,thawed
1cupfreshspinach,cleanedand
stemmed
4tablespoonswater
1/4teaspoongroundnutmeg
1onion,chopped
2tablespoonsbutter
5eggs
1cupcottagecheese
1cupshreddedCheddarcheese
saltandpeppertotaste
2tomatoes,thinlysliced

Preheatovento400degreesF(200degreesC).Sprayaquiche
dishwithnon-stickcookingspray.
Linethequichedishwithpuffpastry,pressthepastryfirmlyinplace
andtrimawayanyexcesspastry.Blindbakefor10minutes.
Inalargeskilletplacespinachand4tablespoonswater.Heatthe
mixtureovermediumandcovertheskillet.Cookuntilthespinachis
done,approximately2minutesthendrainwell.Addnutmegtothe
spinachandpureethemixture.
Inalargeskillet,sautetheonionwithbutterormargarinetotaste.
Sauteuntiltheonionsaresoftandtransparent.
Inamedium-sizemixingbowl,beateggs.Stirinthecottage
cheese,spinach,and1/2cupofcheese.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.Arrangeonionsalongthebottomofthepastry-linedquiche
dish.Arrangethetomatoesovertheonions.Pourtheegg-mixture
overtheonionsandtomatoes,andtopentireconcoctionwiththe
remainingcheese.
Bakeat350degreesF(175degreesC)for45to50minutes,oruntil
thequichehassetinthemiddle.Servehotorcold,yourchoice!

61

VegetarianHaggis
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonvegetableoil
1mediumonion,finelychopped
1smallcarrot,finelychopped
5freshmushrooms,finely
chopped
1cupvegetablebroth
1/3cupdryredlentils
2tablespoonscannedkidney
beans-drained,rinsed,and
mashed
3tablespoonsgroundpeanuts
2tablespoonsgroundhazelnuts
1tablespoonsoysauce
1tablespoonlemonjuice
11/2teaspoonsdriedthyme
1teaspoondriedrosemary
1pinchgroundcayennepepper
11/2teaspoonsmixedspice
1egg,beaten
11/3cupssteelcutoats

Heatthevegetableoilinasaucepanovermediumheat,andsaute
theonion5minutes,untiltender.Mixincarrotandmushrooms,and
continuecooking5minutes.Stirinbroth,lentils,kidneybeans,
peanuts,hazelnuts,soysauce,andlemonjuice.Seasonwiththyme,
rosemary,cayennepepper,andmixedspice.Bringtoaboil,reduce
heattolow,andsimmer10minutes.Stirinoats,cover,andsimmer
20minutes.
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).Lightlygreasea
5x9inchbakingpan.
Stirtheeggintothesaucepan.Transferthemixturetotheprepared
bakingpan.Bake30minutes,untilfirm.

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VegetarianStuffedRedBellPeppers
Ingredients

Directions

1cupquinoa
1cupwater
2redbellpeppers
1/2GrannySmithapple,cored
andchopped
1tablespoonfreshlimejuice
1teaspoonoliveoil
1clovegarlic,minced
11/2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
11/2tablespoonschoppedfresh
mint
1cupchoppedtomatoes
3greenonions,thinlysliced
seasaltandpeppertotaste

Bringthequinoaandwatertoaboilinasaucepanoverhighheat.
Reduceheattomedium-low,cover,andsimmeruntilthequinoais
tender,20to25minutes.
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Lightlygreasea
smallbakingdish.Halvetheredpepperslengthwise.Removethe
seedsandribs,butleavethestemintactsothepepperbowlshold
theirshape;placecut-side-upintothepreparedbakingdish.
Tossthechoppedapplewiththelimejuice,oliveoil,garlic,parsley,
mint,tomatoes,andgreenonions.Foldinthequinoa,andseasonto
tastewithsaltandpepper.Fillthecutpepperswiththismixture,
andfillthebakingdishwithabout1/4inchofwater.
Bakeinpreheatedovenuntilthepeppersaretender,andthequinoa
ishot,about20minutes.

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VegetarianKoftaKabobs
Ingredients

Directions

1cupbulgur
2cupsvegetablebrothorstock
1(18.75ounce)canadzukibeans
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1onion,finelychopped
3clovesgarlic,minced
1teaspoongroundcumin
1teaspoongroundcoriander
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro
2teaspoonshotpeppersauce
1egg,beaten
1cupstalewholewheatbread
cubes
1cupskimmilk
saltandfreshlygroundblack
peppertotaste
1tablespoonoliveoil
8(12-inch)skewers

Combinethebulgurwheatandvegetablestockinasaucepan.
Bringtoaboil,thensimmerforabout10minutes,oruntilliquidhas
beenabsorbed.Setasidetocool.
Meanwhile,inalargebowl,combinetheadzukibeans,2
tablespoonsofoliveoil,onion,garlic,cumin,coriander,cilantro,hot
sauce,andtheegg.Mashwithapotatomasherorsturdywhisk
untilfairlysmooth.Soakthebreadinmilk,thensqueezeoutthe
excess;addtothebeanmixturealongwiththebulgur.Mixusing
yourhandsuntileverythingiswellblended.Cover,andrefrigerate
for1hour,oruntilfirm.
Preheattheovento425degreesF(220degreesC).
Wetyourhands,andformthekoftainto32ovalshapes.Pressonto
skewersfouratatime.Brushwithremainingoliveoil.Placeona
bakingsheetorbroilingpan.
Bakefor10to15minutesinthepreheatedoven.Turnover,brush
againwithoil,andcontinuebakingfor5to10minutes,untilcrispy.

64

VegetarianSplitPeaSoup
Ingredients

Directions

3/4cupuncookedorzopasta
1cupchoppedonion
1cupchoppedcelery
2clovesgarlic,minced
11/2cupschoppedcarrots
1tablespoonoliveoil
1quartvegetablebroth
1cupdriedsplitpeas
1teaspoondriedthyme
1/2teaspoondriedchipotlechile
pepper
saltandpeppertotaste

Bringamedium-sizepotofsaltedwatertoaboil,addorzoand
cookuntilaldente.Drainwell.
Inalargeskillet,sauteonion,celery,garlic,andcarrotsinoliveoil
for5minutes.
Placevegetables,vegetablebroth,peas,thyme,chilepepper,salt
andpepperinapressurecooker.Cover.Whenpressurecooker
reachesfullpressure,cookfor10to12minutes.Removethe
pressurecookerfromtheheat.Addcookedorzoandserve.
Note:Ifyouwouldlikecreamiersoup,pureesoupinafood
processororblender.Addadditionalbrothtobringthesouptothe
consistencyyoudesire.

65

VegetarianSpaghetti
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)packagespaghetti
1cupchoppedonion
1/2cupchoppedcelery
1teaspoongarlicpowder
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(26ounce)jarmeatless
spaghettisauce
1(16ounce)cangarbanzobeans
orchickpeas,rinsedanddrained
1(14.5ounce)candicedtomatoes
withgarlicandonion,undrained
1teaspoonsugar
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1bayleaf
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese

Cookspaghettiaccordingtopackagedirections.Meanwhile,ina
largeskillet,sautetheonion,celeryandgarlicpowderinoiluntil
tender.Addthespaghettisauce,beans,tomatoes,sugar,salt,
oreganoandbayleaf.
Bringtoaboil;coverandsimmerfor10minutes.Discardbayleaf.
Drainspaghetti;topwithsauceandParmesancheese.

66

VietnameseStyleVegetarianCurrySoup
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1onion,coarselychopped
2shallots,thinlysliced
2clovesgarlic,chopped
2inchpiecefreshgingerroot,
thinlysliced
1stalklemongrass,cutinto2
inchpieces
4tablespoonscurrypowder
1greenbellpepper,coarsely
chopped
2carrots,peeledanddiagonally
sliced
8mushrooms,sliced
1poundfriedtofu,cutintobitesizepieces
4cupsvegetablebroth
4cupswater
2tablespoonsvegetarianfish
sauce(optional)
2teaspoonsredpepperflakes
1bayleaf
2kaffirlimeleaves
8smallpotatoes,quartered
1(14ounce)cancoconutmilk

Heatoilinalargestockpotovermediumheat.Sauteonionand
shallotsuntilsoftandtranslucent.Stiringarlic,ginger,lemongrass
andcurrypowder.Cookforabout5minutes,toreleasetheflavors
ofthecurry.Stiringreenpepper,carrots,mushroomsandtofu.
Pourinvegetablestockandwater.Seasonwithfishsauceandred
pepperflakes.Bringtoaboil,thenstirinpotatoesandcoconut
milk.Whensoupreturnstoaboil,reduceheatandsimmerfor40to
60minutes,oruntilpotatoesaretender.Garnisheachbowlwitha
pileofbeansproutsandcilantro.

2cupsfreshbeansprouts,for
garnish
8sprigsfreshchoppedcilantro,
forgarnish

67

VegetarianKaleSoup
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1yellowonion,chopped
2tablespoonschoppedgarlic
1bunchkale,stemsremovedand
leaveschopped
8cupswater
6cubesvegetablebouillon(such
asKnorr)
1(15ounce)candicedtomatoes
6whitepotatoes,peeledand
cubed
2(15ounce)canscannellinibeans
(drainedifdesired)
1tablespoonItalianseasoning
2tablespoonsdriedparsley
saltandpeppertotaste

Heattheoliveoilinalargesouppot;cooktheonionandgarlicuntil
soft.Stirinthekaleandcookuntilwilted,about2minutes.Stirin
thewater,vegetablebouillon,tomatoes,potatoes,beans,Italian
seasoning,andparsley.Simmersouponmediumheatfor25
minutes,oruntilpotatoesarecookedthrough.Seasonwithsalt
andpeppertotaste.

68

VegetarianRibs
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsgluten
1/3cupnutritionalyeast
2tablespoonspaprika
1tablespoonsalt
2cupswater
1/2cupsmoothpeanutbutter
1largeonion,minced
1/2cupoliveoil
2cupsbarbequesauce

Inalargebowl,stirtogetherthegluten,yeast,paprikaandsalt.
Pourinthewaterallatonceandquicklymixwithasturdyspoon.
Additionalwatermaybenecessarytomoistenallofthedrygluten.
Don'tworrythattheballisrathersolid,itissupposedtobe.Pour
offanyexcesswater.
Ifyouwantyourribschewy,leavetheballjustasitis.Ifyouwantit
slightlylesschewy,removeitfromthebowlandkneadfor1to2
minutesonacleansurface.Returnittothebowl,andcoatwith
smoothpeanutbutter.Setaside.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Addonion;cookandstir
untilgoldenbrown.Removefromtheheat.Pourtheonionandoil
overtheballofgluten.Pokeafewtimeswithachopstick,knifeor
evenafork,allowingtheoiltosoakintotheball.Letcool.
Whentheballisjustwarmenoughtobemanageable,useyour
handstomixtheoilandonionsin.Therewillbealotofoilthatwill
notmixinandtinypiecesofglutenthatwillnotstayattached.
That'sokay.Theoilmainlyhelpstheglutenabsorbthespice.Just
mixasmuchasyoucan.
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Breakoffgoodsizedhandfulsofdoughandshapethemintostrips
bypullingandtwisting.Youwantthemtobeabout4incheslong
and1/2inchthick.Don'ttrycuttingthese,orrollingthemout,as
thatwillmakethembehavemorelikebreadandchangethetexture
appreciably.Placethestripsonagreasedbakingsheet.
Bakefor40minutesinthepreheatedoven.Removefromtheoven
andcoateachpieceliberallywithbarbequesauce.Returntothe
ovenforanother10minutes.

69

VegetarianStuffedPoblanoPeppers
Ingredients

Directions

4poblanopeppers
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1(12ounce)packagevegetarian
burgercrumbles
1(1.25ounce)packagechili
seasoningmix
1/2cupshreddedpepperjack
cheese

Preheatanovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Bringalargesaucepanofwatertoaboil.Slicethepoblanosinhalf
lengthwiseandremovetheseedsandstems.Placecleaned
peppersinboilingwater;cookuntilsoft,about4minutes.Drain.
Heatoliveoilinalargeskillet.Stirinvegetariancrumblesandchili
seasoningmix.Cook,stirring,untilcrumblesarehot,about5
minutes.Fillthecookedpepperswiththeseasonedcrumbles;top
withpepperjackcheese.Arrangestuffedpeppersonabaking
sheet.
Placepeppersinpreheatedovenuntilcheeseismelted,about10
minutes.

70

Al'sQuickVegetarianSpaghetti
Ingredients

Directions

1pounduncookedspaghetti
1cupbroccoliflorets
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drained
1cupfreshslicedmushrooms
1cupslicedcarrots
2(8ounce)canstomatosauce

Bringalargepotofsaltedwatertoboil,addspaghettiandreturn
watertoaboil.Cookuntilspaghettiisaldente;drainwell.
Combinebroccoli,corn,mushrooms,carrotsandtomatosaucein
largesaucepot.Cookonmediumheatfor15to20minutesoruntil
vegetablesaretender.Stiroccasionallytokeepsaucefromsticking.
Servesauceoverspaghetti.

71

VegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

2(15ounce)canspintobeans,
InalargekettleorDutchoven,combinethefirst15ingredients;mix
well.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor30-35
drainedandrinsed
minutes.Sprinklewithcheese.
1(28ounce)cancrushed
tomatoes
1(16ounce)cankidneybeans,
rinsedanddrained
1(15ounce)canyellowhominy,
drained
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
1(4ounce)canchoppedgreen
chilies
2smallzucchini,halvedandthinly
sliced
1mediumonion,chopped
11/2cupswater
1tablespoonchilipowder
1teaspoongroundcumin
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonsugar
1/2cupshreddedMontereyJack
cheese

72

SundayVegetarianStrata
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/2poundgroundvegetarian
breakfastsausage
2cupschoppedonion
2clovesgarlic,minced
11/2cupsdicedredbellpepper
6cupscubedwhole-wheat
countrybread
1tablespoonDijonmustard
11/2cupsgratedSwisscheese
12largeeggs
2cups1%milk
1teaspoonsalt,ortotaste
freshlygroundblackpepperto
taste

Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermediumheatandstirinthe
vegetariansausage.Cookandstiruntilthesausageiscrumbly,and
evenlybrowned.Stirintheonion,garlic,andbellpepper;cookand
stiruntilsoftened,3to4minutes.Removefromheat,andsetaside.
Spraya9x13-inchbakingdishwithnon-stickcookingspray.
Arrangebreadinanevenlayerinthepreparedbakingdish.Scatter
thesausagemixtureontop.BrushwiththeDijonmustard,and
sprinklewithcheese.Whiskeggs,milk,salt,andpepperinalarge
bowl,andpouroverthecheese.Covertightlywithplasticwrap,and
refrigeratefor2hoursorovernight.
Preheatanovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Removestrata
fromtherefrigerator,andunwrap.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenuntilpuffed,lightlybrowned,andthe
centerisset,1hourto11/2hours.Allowtocoolfor5minutes
beforeserving.

73

EasyVegetarianStroganoff
Ingredients

Directions

1(12ounce)packagetextured
vegetableprotein
2(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(6ounce)cansliced
mushrooms,drained
2tablespoonsmincedonion
1tablespoongarlicpowder
1tablespoonseasoningsalt
21/2cupswater
1cuprolledoats
1tablespoonoliveoil

Inalarge,heavyskilletovermediumheatcombinetextured
vegetableprotein,mushroomsoup,mushrooms,onion,garlic
powder,seasoningsalt,water,oatsandoliveoil.Stiruntil
ingredientsarewellmixed,oatsaremoistandsoupisdissolved.
Reduceheattolowandsimmeruntilthickened,about10minutes.

74

VegetarianTourtiere
Ingredients

Directions

2cupsvegetablebroth
2cupstexturizedvegetable
protein(TVP)
1/2cupdriedvegetableflakes
3tablespoonsbutter
1cuponion,minced
2cupsmushrooms,minced
2cupsbreadcrumbs
1teaspoonfreshlycracked
peppercorns
1/2teaspoonseasalt
1/2teaspoondriedthymeleaves
1/2teaspoondriedsummer
savoryleaves
1pinchgroundcloves
1pinchfreshgroundnutmeg
1(12fluidounce)bottlebeer,
roomtemperature
1egg,beaten
1tablespoonmilk
2(9inch)refrigeratedpiecrusts
1teaspoonwater

Pourthevegetablebrothintoasaucepanandbringtoaboilover
highheat.Measurethetexturizedvegetableproteinandvegetable
flakesintoalargemixingbowl.Pourtheboilingbrothoverthe
texturizedvegetableproteinandvegetableflakes;soakfor15
minutes.
Meanwhile,meltthebutterinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat,
addthemushroomsandonions;cookandstiruntilsoft,about10
minutes.
Stirthetexturizedvegetableproteinandvegetableflakemixturein
withthemushroomandonions.Pourthebeerintotheskilletwith
thevegetablemixture;removefromheatandcool.
Preheatovento450degreesF(230degreesC).
Whisktheeggandmilktogetherinasmallbowl.
Lineadeepdishpieplatewithoneroundofthepreparedpastry.
Pourthevegetablemixtureintothepastryshell.Preparethetop
pastrybycuttinga2to3-inchholeinthecenteroftheroundusing
aknifeoradecorativecookiecutter.
Moistentheedgesofthebottomroundwithwater.Placethetop
roundofpreparedpastryontopofthemeatfilling,pressingaround
theedgesandcrimpingtoseal.Brushthetopofthepastrywiththe
eggandmilkmixture.
Bakeinthepreheated450degreeF(230degreesC)ovenfor15
minutes.Lowertheoventemperatureto375degreesF(190
degreesC)andcontinuebakinguntilthecrustisgoldenbrown,30
to40minutes.

75

VegetarianBuffaloChickenDip
Ingredients

Directions

1(8ounce)packageseasoned
chicken-stylevegetarianstrips
(suchasMorningstarFarms
Chik'nStrips),diced
2(8ounce)packagesreducedfat
creamcheese,softened
1(16ounce)bottlereduced-fat
ranchsaladdressing
1(12fluidounce)bottlehot
buffalowingsauce(suchas
Frank'sREDHOTBuffaloWing
Sauce)
1cupColby-MontereyJack
cheeseblend

Placethedicedvegetarianchickenstrips,creamcheese,ranch
dressing,andbuffalowingsauceintoaslowcooker.CookonLow,
stirringoccasionally,untilthecheesehasmeltedandthedipishot,
1to2hours.Stirintheshreddedcheeseandserve.

76

VegetarianPasties
Ingredients

Directions

3cupsall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonbakingpowder
1cupbutter
4eggs
2teaspoonsdistilledwhitevinegar
31/2cupswater
1cupdrylentils
3potatoes,chopped
1onion,chopped
1tablespoonoliveoil
1teaspoonsalt

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Makethedough:mixflour,saltandbakingpowdertogetherina
mediumsizemixingbowl.Cutinbutter.Stirinegg,vinegarand1/2
cupwater.Continuestirringuntildoughismoistenoughtobe
formedintoaball(addmorewaterifnecessary).Formthedough
intoalargeball.
Makethefilling:bringapotof3cupswatertoboil,addlentilsand
continuetoboilfor30to45minutes;untillentilsaretender.Watch
thelentilsandaddwaterifnecessary.
Wrapthepotatoesinaluminumfoilandbakethemfor30minutesin
thepreheatedoven.Whenthepotatoeshavecooledcuttheminto
smallpiecesandmixthemwiththelentils.
Inafryingpansauteonionswithoil.Stirtheonionsintothepotatolentilmixture;seasonwithsaltandstir.
Dividethedoughinto6-8-inchcircles.Laythecirclesonaflat,
flouredsurface.Placeonecupoffillingintothecenterofeach
circle.Foldthedougharoundthefilling;sealtheedgesandarrange
thepastiesonanungreasedcookiesheet.Bakeforonehourinthe
preheatedoven.

77

VegetarianLinkGravy
Ingredients

Directions

6linksvegetariansausage
3tablespoonsoliveoil
1cupvegetablebroth
1/8cupall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
freshlygroundblackpepper
1/4teaspoondriedsage

Placethevegetarianlinkorpattiesand1tablespoonoilinalarge
fryingpan,frythelinksuntildone.
Breakthelinksintosmallpieces.Addtheremainingoilandflourto
asmallpot.Mixtheflourwiththeoilovermediumlowheatuntila
rueisformed.Slowlyaddthevegetablebroth,mixingwell.Addthe
salt,pepper,sageandcookedsausagepieces.Bringmixturetoa
boil.

78

VegetarianChili
Ingredients

Directions

1(12ounce)packagefrozen
burger-stylecrumbles
2(15ounce)cansblackbeans,
rinsedanddrained
2(15ounce)cansdarkredkidney
beans
1(15ounce)canlightredkidney
beans

Inalargepot,combinemeatsubstitute,blackbeans,kidneybeans,
dicedtomatoes,tomatojuice,onions,chilipowder,cumin,garlic
powder,bayleaves,saltandpepper.Bringtoasimmerandcover.
Letthechilisimmerforatleast1hourbeforeserving.

1(29ounce)candicedtomatoes
1(12fluidounce)cantomatojuice
5onions,chopped
3tablespoonschilipowder
11/2tablespoonsgroundcumin
1tablespoongarlicpowder
2bayleaves
saltandpeppertotaste

79

VegetarianOpenFacedSandwich
Ingredients

Directions

6slicessourdoughbread,toasted
3tablespoonspestosauce
1smalleggplant,sliced
1smallredbellpepper,sliced
1mediumredonion,sliced
2tomatoes,sliced
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
6slicesmozzarellacheese
4clovesgarlic
driedoregano
driedbasil
saltandpeppertotaste

Preheattheovenbroiler.
Spreadonesideofeachbreadslicewithequalamountspesto
sauce.Arrangeinasinglelayeronabakingsheet,pestosideup.
Layereachslicewitheggplant,redbellpepper,redonion,
tomatoes,mushrooms,andcheese.Crushgarlicontopofcheese,
andseasonwithoregano,basil,salt,andpepper.
Broil5minutesinthepreheatedoven,oruntilcheeseismeltedand
lightlybrowned.

80

VegetarianChickpeaCurrywithTurnips
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/2onion,diced
2clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoongroundcumin
2tablespoonscurrypowder
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans
(chickpeas),undrained
1/2redbellpepper,diced
1/2turnip,peeledanddiced
1cupcornkernels
1/2(15ounce)cantomatosauce
1pinchcrushedredpepperflakes
(optional)
1pinchsalt
1pinchcrackedblackpepper

Heattheoliveoilinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Stirinthe
onion,garlic,cumin,andcurrypowder;cookandstiruntiltheonion
hassoftenedandturnedtranslucent,about5minutes.Addthe
garbanzobeans,redbellpepper,turnip,corn,andtomatosauce.
Seasonwithredpepperflakes,salt,andblackpepper.Bringtoa
simmerovermedium-highheat,thenreduceheattomedium-low,
cover,andsimmeruntilthevegetablesaretenderandthecurryhas
thickened,11/2to2hours.

81

VegetarianSouthwestOne-PotDinner
Ingredients

Directions

11/2cupsdriedblack-eyedpeas,
soakedovernight
1greenbellpepper,diced
1onion,chopped
garliccloves,chopped
1(10ounce)cansweetcorn,
drained
1(28ounce)candicedtomatoes
1/4cupchilipowder
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
2cupscookedrice
1/2cupshreddedCheddar
cheese

Drainandrinseblack-eyedpeasthoroughly.Placepeas,green
pepper,onion,garlic,corn,andtomatoes,inslowcooker.Season
withchilipowder,andcumin;stiruntilwellblended.
Coverandcookonhighfor2hours.Stirinrice,andcheese.
Continuetocookforafurther30minutes.

82

MeatiestVegetarianChilifromyourSlowCooker
Ingredients

Directions

1/2cupoliveoil
4onions,chopped
2greenbellpeppers,seededand
chopped
2redbellpeppers,seededand
chopped
4clovesgarlic,minced
1(14ounce)packagefirmtofu,
drainedandcubed
4(15.5ounce)cansblackbeans,
drained
2(15ounce)canscrushed
tomatoes
2teaspoonssalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
6tablespoonschilipowder
2tablespoonsdriedoregano
2tablespoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
1tablespoonliquidhotpepper
sauce,suchasTabasco

Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addthe
onions;cookandstiruntiltheystarttobecomesoft.Addthegreen
peppers,redpeppers,garlicandtofu;cookandstiruntilvegetables
arelightlybrownedandtender,thewholeprocessshouldtake
about10minutes.
PourtheblackbeansintotheslowcookerandsettoLow.Stirin
thevegetablesandtomatoes.Seasonwithsalt,pepper,cumin,chili
powder,oregano,vinegarandhotpeppersauce.Stirgentlyand
cover.CookonLOWfor6to8hours.

83

VegetarianMoussaka
Ingredients

Directions

1eggplant,thinlysliced
1tablespoonoliveoil
1largezucchini,thinlysliced
2potatoes,thinlysliced
1onion,sliced
1clovegarlic,chopped
1tablespoonwhitevinegar
1(14.5ounce)canwholepeeled
tomatoes,chopped
1/2(14.5ounce)canlentils,
drained,juicereserved
1teaspoondriedoregano
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
saltandpeppertotaste
1cupcrumbledfetacheese

Sprinkleeggplantsliceswithsaltandsetasidefor30minutes.
Rinseandpatdry.

11/2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
11/4cupsmilk
blackpeppertotaste
1pinchgroundnutmeg
1egg,beaten
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese

Coverandbakeinpreheatedovenfor25minutes.

Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Lightlybrown
eggplantandzucchinislicesonbothsides;drain.Addingmoreoilif
necessary,brownpotatoslices;drain.
Sauteonionandgarlicuntillightlybrowned.Pourinvinegarand
reduce.Stirintomatoes,lentils,1/2thejuicefromlentils,oregano
andparsley.Cover,reduceheattomedium-low,andsimmer15
minutes.
Ina9x13inchcasseroledishlayereggplant,zucchini,potatoes,
onionsandfeta.Pourtomatomixtureovervegetables;repeat
layering,finishingwithalayerofeggplantandzucchini.

Meanwhile,inasmallsaucepancombinebutter,flourandmilk.
Bringtoaslowboil,whiskingconstantlyuntilthickandsmooth.
Seasonwithpepperandaddnutmeg.Removefromheat,coolfor5
minutes,andstirinbeatenegg.
PoursauceovervegetablesandsprinklewithParmesancheese.
Bake,uncovered,foranother25to30minutes.

84

VegetarianPhadThai
Ingredients

Directions

1pounddriedricenoodles
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
4eggs,beaten
2tablespoonspeanutoil
11/2cupspeanutbutter
1/3cupwater
1/3cupsoysauce
1cupmilk
11/4cupsbrownsugar
1/3cuplemonjuice
2tablespoonsgarlicpowder
1tablespoonpaprika
cayennepeppertotaste
1poundmungbeansprouts
1cupshreddedcarrots
1/4cupchoppedgreenonions
1/2cupchopped,unsalteddryroastedpeanuts
1lime,cutintowedges

Submergethericenoodlesinalargebowlofhotwaterforaboutan
hour.
Pour1/2tablespoonofoilintoalargeskillet,andaddeggs.
Scrambleintomedium-sizedpieces,andtransfertoplate.Set
aside.
Inasaucepan,mixtogetherpeanutoil,peanutbutter,water,soy
sauce,milk,brownsugar,andlemonjuice.Seasonwithgarlic
powderandpaprika.Heatuntilsauceissmooth.Seasonliberally
withcayennepepper.
Drainnoodles;noodlesshouldbeveryflexible,butstillrelatively
firm.Heatremaining11/2tablespoonsvegetableoilinalarge
saucepanorwok.Cooknoodlesinoil,stirringconstantly,untilthey
aretender,about2minutes.Stirinpeanutsauce,sprouts,carrots,
scallions,groundpeanuts,andthescrambledeggs.Continueto
cookoverlowheatuntilvegetablesarecrisp-tender,about5
minutes.Serveimmediately,garnishedwithlimewedges.

85

VegetarianPate
Ingredients

Directions

1egg
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
1largeonion,chopped
2clovesgarlic,chopped
20thinwheatcrackers
1/2cupwalnuts
1(15ounce)canpeas,drained
1/2teaspoonseasoningsalt
saltandpeppertotaste

Placeegginasmallsaucepan,andcoverwithcoldwater.Bring
watertoaboil,andimmediatelyremovefromheat.Cover,andlet
eggstandinhotwaterfor10to12minutes.Removefromhot
water,cool,peelandchop.
Heatoilinaskilletoverlowheat,andaddchoppedonion.Cook,
stirringoccasionally,untilbrownandtender.Addchoppedgarlic,
andsautefor1to2minutes.Removethemixturefromtheskillet,
andsetasidetocool.
Inablenderorfoodprocessor,finelychopwheatcrackersand
walnuts.Mixinpeas,seasoningsaltandsauteedonionmixture.
Addtheegg,andblendtoafinepaste,addingwateroroilif
necessarytoattaindesiredconsistency.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.

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VegetarianShepherd'sPie
Ingredients

Directions

2tablespoonsextravirginoliveoil,
divided
1largeyellowonion,roughly
chopped
4clovesgarlic,crushed
2tablespoonscurrypowder
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
2smallredorgreenbellpeppers,
chopped
3cupscubedeggplant,withpeel
1(15ounce)candicedtomatoes
1/2cupwater
11/4poundssmallredpotatoes,
halved
1/2cupfat-freehalfandhalf(or
milk)
1cupfrozenorfreshpeas
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
1pinchSaltandfreshlyground
blackpeppertotaste

Preheatovento400degrees.Inalargeskilletovermediumheat,
heat1Tb.oil;addonions,garlic,curryandcumin.Sauteuntil
onionsaresoft,about5minutes.Removetoabowl.
Heatremainingoilinskillet;addpeppers,eggplant,tomatoesand
1/2cupwater.Sauteuntilsoft,about20minutes.Stirinonions.
Placeinashallow8-by-8-inchbakingdish.
Inasaucepan,boilpotatoesuntildone.Drainandsmash.Stirinhalf
andhalf,peas,saltandpepper.Spreadovervegetablesandtop
withParmesan.
Bake15minutes.Browninbroiler.Serve.

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VegetarianNutLoaf
Ingredients

Directions

2largeonions,finelychopped
1cupchoppedfreshmushrooms
1/4cupfinelychoppedgreen
pepper
2tablespoonsbutter
3cupsgratedcarrots
11/2cupschoppedcelery
5eggs,beaten
1/2cupchoppedwalnuts
1/4cupunsaltedsunflower
kernels
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoonpepper
3cupssoftwholewheatbread
crumbs

Inanonstickskillet,sauteonions,mushroomsandgreenpepperin
butteruntiltender.Inabowl,combinethemushroommixture,
carrots,celery,eggs,walnut,sunflowerkernels,salt,basil,oregano
andpepper.Stirinbreadcrumbs:
Coata9-in.x5-in.x3-in.loafpanwithnonstickcookingspray,
thenlinewithwaxedpaper.Transfervegetablemixturetoa
preparedpan.Bakeat350degreesFfor1houroruntilameat
thermometerreads160degreesFLetstandfor10minbefore
slicing.

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Alissa'sVegetarianLentilMeatloaf
Ingredients

Directions

11/2cupsFrenchgreenlentils
3/4cupchoppedonion
1/2cupshreddedcarrot
1/2cupchoppedredbellpepper
1/4cupwheatgerm
1/2cupcookedbrownrice
3/4cupbreadcrumbs
1/4cupcrushedflaxseed
2/3cupeggwhites
1(6.5ounce)cantomatosauce
1tablespoonoliveoil
2teaspoonsdriedthyme
1pinchcayennepepper,orto
taste
salttotaste

Measurethelentilsintoasaucepanandfillwithenoughwaterto
coverthemby1inch.Bringtoaboil,andcookuntiltender,about
45minutes.Checkoccasionallyandaddmorewaterifneeded.
Drainandsetasidetocool.
Preheattheovento375degreesF(190degreesC).Greasean8x4
inchloafpan.
Inthebowlofafoodprocessor,combinetheonion,carrot,bell
pepperandwheatgerm.Pulseuntilfinelychopped.Transfertoa
bowl.Putthelentilsintothefoodprocessorandprocessintoa
paste.Spoonthelentilsintothebowlwiththevegetablesandmixin
therice,breadcrumbs,flaxseed,eggwhites,tomatosauceand
oliveoil.Seasonwiththyme,cayennepepperandsalt.Spoonthe
mixtureintothepreparedloafpan.
Bakefor45minutesinthepreheatedoven,untilheatedthroughand
brownedonthetop.Coolslightlybeforeslicingandserving.

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VegetarianKorma
Ingredients

Directions

11/2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1smallonion,diced
1teaspoonmincedfreshginger
root
4clovesgarlic,minced
2potatoes,cubed
4carrots,cubed
1freshjalapenopepper,seeded
andsliced
3tablespoonsgroundunsalted
cashews
1(4ounce)cantomatosauce
2teaspoonssalt
11/2tablespoonscurrypowder
1cupfrozengreenpeas
1/2greenbellpepper,chopped
1/2redbellpepper,chopped
1cupheavycream
1bunchfreshcilantroforgarnish

Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Stirintheonion,andcook
untiltender.Mixingingerandgarlic,andcontinuecooking1
minute.Mixpotatoes,carrots,jalapeno,cashews,andtomato
sauce.Seasonwithsaltandcurrypowder.Cookandstir10
minutes,oruntilpotatoesaretender.
Stirpeas,greenbellpepper,redbellpepper,andcreamintothe
skillet.Reduceheattolow,cover,andsimmer10minutes.Garnish
withcilantrotoserve.

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VegetarianWhiteBean'Alfredo'withLinguine
Ingredients

Directions

1(16ounce)packagelinguine
pasta
1/4cupbutter
3clovesgarlic,minced
2cupscookednavybeans,rinsed
anddrained
11/2cupssoymilk
1cupasparagus,cutinto1/2-inch
pieces
saltandblackpeppertotaste

Fillalargepotwithlightlysaltedwater,andbringtoaboiloverhigh
heat.Cookpastainboilingwater,stirringoccasionally,untilthe
pastahascookedthrough,about11minutes.Drainwell.
Meanwhile,meltthebutterinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.
Stirinthegarlic,andcookuntilgoldenbrown,about5minutes.Add
2/3cupofthebeansand1/2cupofsoymilk;mashwiththebackof
aspoonorapotatomashertocreateathickpaste.Stirinthe
remainingsoymilktocreateathicksauce.Mixintheremaining
beansandasparagus;simmeruntilasparagusistender.Seasonto
tastewithsaltandpepper.Tosspastawiththesauce,andserve.

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VegetarianCottageCheesePatties
Ingredients

Directions

3eggs
11/2cupscottagecheese
11/2cupsquickrolledoats
3tablespoonswheatgerm
(optional)
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
1teaspoondriedthyme
2tablespoonsvegetableoil(for
frying)
1(10ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup

Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Beateggsintoalargebowl.Stirincottagecheese,rolledoats,
wheatgerm,dryonionsoupmix,anddriedthyme.Forminto8
patties.
Heatoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Placepattiesinoil,andbrown
onbothsides.Removepattiestoa9x13-inchbakingdish.
Pourcondensedsoupintoasmallbowl.Stirin1/2canofwater(or
milk)todilute,thenpouroverpatties.
Bakeinapreheatedovenuntilthesoupisbubbly,about20
minutes.

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ConvenientVegetarianLasagna
Ingredients

Directions

2(12ounce)packageslasagna
noodles
2poundsricottacheese
4eggs
1cupgratedParmesancheese
1/3cupchoppedfreshparsley
2teaspoonsdriedbasil
groundblackpeppertotaste
1/2cupoliveoil
11/2cupschoppedonion
1cupslicedcarrots
11/4cupschoppedgreenbell
pepper
1(16ounce)packagechopped
frozenbroccoli,thawedand
drained
3cupschunky-stylespaghetti
sauce
2cupsshreddedmozzarella
cheese,divided

Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Addpastaand
cookfor8to10minutesoruntilaldente;drainandsetaside.
Inalargebowl,combinericottacheese,eggs,Parmesancheese,
parsley,basilandgroundblackpepper.Stirtoblend;setaside.
Heatoilinalargesaucepanoverhighheat.Sauteonionsforabout
5minutes,stirringoccasionally;addcarrotslicesandsauteabout2
minutes,thenstiringreenbellpepperandbroccoli.Stiralltogether,
reduceheattomediumandcookuntiltender,about5minutes.
Scrapeveggiesintoricottamixandmixwell.
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Ladle1cupofspaghettisauceintoa9x13inchbakingdishand
spreadevenlyoverthebottom.Place2stripsoflasagnalengthwise
inthedish,thenspreadabout4cupsofthefillingoverthepasta.
Sprinkle1cupofthemozzarellacheeseoverthefilling;repeat
layers.
Bakeat350degreesF(175degreesC)for1hour;letstandabout
15to20minutes,tofirmup,beforeserving.

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VegetarianReubens
Ingredients

Directions

1poundsmokedCheddarcheese,
shredded
1cupthousandislandsalad
dressing,ortotaste
1(16ounce)jarsauerkraut,
drained
12slicesdarkryebread
2tablespoonsbutter
2tomatoes,sliced

Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherthecheeseandsauerkraut.Add
enoughdressingtocoat,andmixthoroughly.
Buttereachsliceofbreadononeside.Spreadathicklayerofthe
cheesemixtureontounbutteredsideofhalfofthebreadslices.Top
withslicedtomatoandanothersliceofbread.
Heatalargeskillettomedium-highheat.Frysandwichesonboth
sidesuntiltheoutsideistoastedandthecheeseismelted.

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Farmer'sMarketVegetarianQuesadillas
Ingredients

Directions

1/2cupchoppedredbellpepper
1/2cupchoppedzucchini
1/2cupchoppedyellowsquash
1/2cupchoppedredonion
1/2cupchoppedmushrooms
1tablespoonoliveoil
cookingspray
6(9inch)wholewheattortillas
11/4cupsshreddedreduced-fat
sharpCheddarcheese

Inalargenonstickpan,cookredpepper,zucchini,yellowsquash,
onion,andmushroomsinoliveoilovermediumtomedium-high
heatforabout7minutes,oruntiljusttender.Removevegetables
frompan.
Coatthesamepanwithcookingspray,andplaceonetortillainpan.
Sprinkle1/4cupofcheeseevenlyovertortilla,andlayer3/4cupof
thevegetablemixtureoverthecheese.Sprinkleanother1/8cupof
cheeseonthevegetables,andtopwithasecondtortilla.Cookuntil
goldenonbothsides,forapproximately2to3minutesperside.
Removequesadillafrompan,andrepeatwithremainingingredients.
Cuteachquesadillainto8triangleswithapizzacutter.Servehot.

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VegetarianStuffing
Ingredients

Directions

1(1pound)loafday-oldbread,
tornintosmallpieces
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(10.5ounce)canvegetable
broth
2tablespoonswater
1teaspoonpoultryseasoning
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
1/2cupwildrice,cooked
(optional)
1/4cupdriedcranberries
(optional)
1/2cupfreshmushrooms
(optional)
1/2cupchoppedpecans
(optional)
1/4cupcubedapples(optional)

Mixtogetherthebread,creamofmushroomsoup,vegetablebroth,
water,poultryseasoning,andsaltandpeppertotaste.Addanyor
alloftheoptionalingredientsasdesired.Itwillbesticky.Shapeinto
aloafandwrapin(nonstick,sprayed)foiltobake.
Bakeforaboutanhourat350degreesF(175degreesC).Youcan
sliceitlikeameatloafandserve.

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TheBestVegetarianChiliintheWorld
Ingredients

Directions

1tablespoonoliveoil
1/2mediumonion,chopped
2bayleaves
1teaspoongroundcumin
2tablespoonsdriedoregano
1tablespoonsalt
2stalkscelery,chopped
2greenbellpeppers,chopped
2jalapenopeppers,chopped
3clovesgarlic,chopped
2(4ounce)canschoppedgreen
chilepeppers,drained
2(12ounce)packagesvegetarian
burgercrumbles
3(28ounce)canswholepeeled
tomatoes,crushed
1/4cupchilipowder
1tablespoongroundblackpepper
1(15ounce)cankidneybeans,
drained
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
drained
1(15ounce)canblackbeans
1(15ounce)canwholekernel
corn

Heattheoliveoilinalargepotovermediumheat.Stirintheonion,
andseasonwithbayleaves,cumin,oregano,andsalt.Cookandstir
untilonionistender,thenmixinthecelery,greenbellpeppers,
jalapenopeppers,garlic,andgreenchilepeppers.Whenvegetables
areheatedthrough,mixinthevegetarianburgercrumbles.Reduce
heattolow,coverpot,andsimmer5minutes.
Mixthetomatoesintothepot.Seasonchiliwithchilipowderand
pepper.Stirinthekidneybeans,garbanzobeans,andblackbeans.
Bringtoaboil,reduceheattolow,andsimmer45minutes.Stirin
thecorn,andcontinuecooking5minutesbeforeserving.

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