tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54574709088462480222024-03-13T09:42:32.979-04:00Invitation to my vegan journeyGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-62693989208302791332012-02-04T09:22:00.003-05:002012-02-04T09:27:39.565-05:00Breakfast is anything you want<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4AV3pz_OG2I/Ty0_VE6lASI/AAAAAAAAAWc/5y_ztk0CNv4/s1600/breakfast.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 132px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705285934277525794" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4AV3pz_OG2I/Ty0_VE6lASI/AAAAAAAAAWc/5y_ztk0CNv4/s200/breakfast.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><p>Breakfast does not have to be the typical cereal, oatmeal, pancakes, fruit, etc. If you wake up and feel like having something "designated " for a later meal make a change!!! Breakfast will have more variety and that's a touch down!</p><br /><p></p><br /><p></p><br /><p>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon. </p><br /><p></p><br /><p>Gnewvegan </p>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-25703971799803586672012-01-29T22:09:00.003-05:002012-01-29T22:19:30.358-05:00The dishes I made for Christmas<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GLdkKbx4mKc/TyYLycEXilI/AAAAAAAAAWQ/ET-gelSLjSs/s1600/IMG_1030.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 186px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GLdkKbx4mKc/TyYLycEXilI/AAAAAAAAAWQ/ET-gelSLjSs/s200/IMG_1030.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703258939267189330" /></a><br /><br /><br />Stringbean Tomato Potato Salad, Orzo Pilaf & Sweet Potatoes..<br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-35108645254665496432011-11-27T06:50:00.007-05:002011-11-27T07:07:57.373-05:00Some holiday DishesHappy Holidays,<br /><br />Here are some photos of side dishes. Even before I was vegan it was always about the sides for me. The sides end up making a meal and these are dishes that I had even as a non-vegan. There are only a few substitute ingredients needed to make the same dishes. And If you can't find vegan ravioli you can just have a different kind of pasta. <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J3rderEwc0E/TtIkvlemdRI/AAAAAAAAAWA/eXsZRTFCxsE/s1600/sweet%2Bpotatoes.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 190px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5679642480000529682" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J3rderEwc0E/TtIkvlemdRI/AAAAAAAAAWA/eXsZRTFCxsE/s200/sweet%2Bpotatoes.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />Sweet potatoes<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tDiWKnyuW9o/TtIkvdQP-eI/AAAAAAAAAV4/yK1f0RSYiSM/s1600/salad.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 161px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5679642477792852450" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tDiWKnyuW9o/TtIkvdQP-eI/AAAAAAAAAV4/yK1f0RSYiSM/s200/salad.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Must have some salad.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JCuDNBNOdoA/TtIkugb0H4I/AAAAAAAAAVw/CPdn8vtvwWg/s1600/Ravioli.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 142px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5679642461466795906" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JCuDNBNOdoA/TtIkugb0H4I/AAAAAAAAAVw/CPdn8vtvwWg/s200/Ravioli.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />Vegan Ravioli<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gjfXb49kD9c/TtIkuISSY2I/AAAAAAAAAVg/cGnwdclSWF0/s1600/mashed%2Bpotatoes.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 180px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5679642454984385378" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gjfXb49kD9c/TtIkuISSY2I/AAAAAAAAAVg/cGnwdclSWF0/s200/mashed%2Bpotatoes.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />Picture a bit blurry but these are mashed potatoes<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D6tXjcwMVJg/TtIkt8KwvzI/AAAAAAAAAVU/GECQERB1sHI/s1600/Garlic%2Bbroccoli.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 187px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5679642451731595058" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D6tXjcwMVJg/TtIkt8KwvzI/AAAAAAAAAVU/GECQERB1sHI/s200/Garlic%2Bbroccoli.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />Broccoli with garlic<br /><br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />And once again, Happy Holidays.<br /><br />Gemma (AKA Gnewvegan :)Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-49745709748000770142011-11-20T12:47:00.002-05:002011-11-20T12:56:48.606-05:00Homemade Vegan "Hamburger"<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v8PLoJzwkfM/Tsk9fcD-2-I/AAAAAAAAAVI/tHDbsQKD328/s1600/Vegan%2Bversion%2Bof%2BHamburger.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 170px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677136415595355106" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v8PLoJzwkfM/Tsk9fcD-2-I/AAAAAAAAAVI/tHDbsQKD328/s200/Vegan%2Bversion%2Bof%2BHamburger.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />Being vegan does not mean I can not enjoy a burger! Vegan living is cruelty free and tasty all in one.<br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-20375915860423320712011-11-06T09:15:00.005-05:002011-11-06T09:28:52.765-05:00More product photos<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XssTOGsVobM/TraXI8vyCtI/AAAAAAAAAU4/p9jbHAs9uXo/s1600/IMG_0979.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671886960721005266" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 155px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XssTOGsVobM/TraXI8vyCtI/AAAAAAAAAU4/p9jbHAs9uXo/s200/IMG_0979.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oy2Y7_uwg5c/TraXH6cevCI/AAAAAAAAAUo/roSc0A_n53Q/s1600/IMG_0949.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671886942923308066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 152px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oy2Y7_uwg5c/TraXH6cevCI/AAAAAAAAAUo/roSc0A_n53Q/s200/IMG_0949.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />These are one of the best soups I have tasted store bought. They are in the frozen aisle, two pouches to a box. Not all varieties are vegan but a nice variety are.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1cM8E1Uo-ns/TraXIv0nX1I/AAAAAAAAAUw/FYymamlr9x8/s1600/IMG_0963.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671886957251616594" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 184px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1cM8E1Uo-ns/TraXIv0nX1I/AAAAAAAAAUw/FYymamlr9x8/s200/IMG_0963.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />I was happy when I saw they made a vegan chili. You can serve this with a side of salad, veggies or even garlic bread. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GfpF6uYH-48/TraXHmQUxsI/AAAAAAAAAUY/Y4_oF0b0XSU/s1600/IMG_0948.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5671886937503614658" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 174px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GfpF6uYH-48/TraXHmQUxsI/AAAAAAAAAUY/Y4_oF0b0XSU/s200/IMG_0948.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div><br /><br />I finally tried a Sunshine Burger. There were a few varieties to choose from. This was one of the tastiest vegan store bought burgers I have had.<br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon. <br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-25275130476683859782011-06-12T08:56:00.004-04:002011-06-12T08:59:41.828-04:00Quick Veggie Meal<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hd0-K_iK5SM/TfS3rjaho1I/AAAAAAAAAUQ/-GivqQU91E4/s1600/IMG_0933.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617316594106606418" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hd0-K_iK5SM/TfS3rjaho1I/AAAAAAAAAUQ/-GivqQU91E4/s200/IMG_0933.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>For a quick, meal look for multiple mixed veggie combo's like this in your freezer section. Steam in the microwave or on the stove top. Mix with whatever you like..Vegan butter by Earth Balance, dressing of choice, or browned garlic and oil. Then enjoy!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Gnewvegan</div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-76876304680237947522011-06-12T08:31:00.007-04:002011-06-12T08:55:05.199-04:00Some vegan frozen foods I likeSome of my favorites by Amy's. From tasty Indian food, to veggie pockets , veggie loaf and more, Amy's is sure to please! <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B_RSrJay2lo/TfS1rNVPGRI/AAAAAAAAAUI/g2RA2v5jKfc/s1600/Vegan%2Bfood%2Bproducts%2B-%2BCopy%2B%25282%2529.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 98px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617314389155584274" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B_RSrJay2lo/TfS1rNVPGRI/AAAAAAAAAUI/g2RA2v5jKfc/s200/Vegan%2Bfood%2Bproducts%2B-%2BCopy%2B%25282%2529.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bWkDEUjquNg/TfS1jnPacZI/AAAAAAAAAUA/VmcurvtNjeM/s1600/Vegan%2Bfood%2Bproducts%2B-%2BCopy.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 170px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617314258671530386" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bWkDEUjquNg/TfS1jnPacZI/AAAAAAAAAUA/VmcurvtNjeM/s200/Vegan%2Bfood%2Bproducts%2B-%2BCopy.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Df_fYcfSYOg/TfSykYSGedI/AAAAAAAAAT4/DJK-IVyolSs/s1600/IMG_1007.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 120px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617310973301258706" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Df_fYcfSYOg/TfSykYSGedI/AAAAAAAAAT4/DJK-IVyolSs/s200/IMG_1007.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3PK8wiLE0CY/TfSyjr3EloI/AAAAAAAAATw/rqw0cDDIH1s/s1600/IMG_1026.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 154px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617310961376728706" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3PK8wiLE0CY/TfSyjr3EloI/AAAAAAAAATw/rqw0cDDIH1s/s200/IMG_1026.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div>Ravioli!!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BnuiDreta8w/TfSyjUXGX3I/AAAAAAAAATo/WqUyav1Fahg/s1600/IMG_0932.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 142px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617310955068612466" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BnuiDreta8w/TfSyjUXGX3I/AAAAAAAAATo/WqUyav1Fahg/s200/IMG_0932.JPG" /></a> </div><br /><div>This is very tasty with a nice, smooth , "kick" of spice not too hot but just right. <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rzGCksCS9C4/TfSyi2KRrhI/AAAAAAAAATg/fPk5AqK-Lgw/s1600/IMG_1006.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 135px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617310946961763858" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rzGCksCS9C4/TfSyi2KRrhI/AAAAAAAAATg/fPk5AqK-Lgw/s200/IMG_1006.JPG" /></a> <br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br /></div><br /><div>Gnewvegan<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-66326389996253462762011-04-25T13:27:00.006-04:002011-04-25T13:48:40.598-04:00Explore a new culture in your kitchenI really Enjoy Indian food. In the past I have made some recipes that called for some Indian spices. But recently I started learning how to cook Indian dishes. I look forward to more tasty dishes. Here are some photos of some of the recipes I made. I bought a cookbook and did add some more things to the recipe per my liking. That's the fun thing about cooking how you can be creative and change things to your taste. Exploring different cultural foods is enjoyable and Indian food is top on my list. So explore online or buy a new cookbook and mangia!<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3ZuJx9bB-cA/TbWvNDqbtUI/AAAAAAAAATU/E-7Umd6PVMY/s1600/Indian%2BChickpeas%252C%2BTomato%252C%2BPotatoe%2B%2Band%2BKale.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 147px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3ZuJx9bB-cA/TbWvNDqbtUI/AAAAAAAAATU/E-7Umd6PVMY/s200/Indian%2BChickpeas%252C%2BTomato%252C%2BPotatoe%2B%2Band%2BKale.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599574350561523010" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YxU2mcWD7Lg/TbWvM_jpMRI/AAAAAAAAATM/XKUKY9n0Ncg/s1600/Cauliflower%2BZucchini%2BIndian%2BVeggie%2BDish.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YxU2mcWD7Lg/TbWvM_jpMRI/AAAAAAAAATM/XKUKY9n0Ncg/s200/Cauliflower%2BZucchini%2BIndian%2BVeggie%2BDish.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599574349459304722" /></a><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-75547482440824868702011-04-15T10:41:00.004-04:002011-04-15T10:43:33.909-04:00Flax MilkI have not heard of this before but thought I would share it. Thanks Vegan Mainstream for sharing. <div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://vegansaurus.com/post/4609876929/walmart-is-selling-flax-milk">http://vegansaurus.com/post/4609876929/walmart-is-selling-flax-milk</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for coming to my blog.. Please come back again soon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Gnewvegan</div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-79454440986255804682011-03-05T10:17:00.001-05:002011-03-05T10:18:56.535-05:00Edamame<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; "><h3 class="UIIntentionalStory_Message" ft="{"type":"msg"}" style="font-size: 13px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-weight: normal; "><span class="UIStory_Message">At the market yesterday I bought a nice variety salad and fresh edamame pods. You could pop the edamame out of the pods as a snack or pop them into the salad. They are nutritious as you will see from this link.. One of the nutrients in them is protein..<br /><br /><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edamame" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" style="cursor: pointer; color: rgb(59, 89, 152); text-decoration: none; ">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edamame</a></span></h3><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Gnewvegan</div></span>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-71861335335867952762011-02-18T09:48:00.002-05:002011-02-18T09:50:20.593-05:00Products I useI posted some pictures of more products I use in my group on facebook.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=105131089519354">http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=105131089519354</a><br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-26754697249810035272011-01-05T14:35:00.008-05:002011-01-06T11:34:06.750-05:00“Baked” Sweet Potato Soup<o:p></o:p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">When I began to make this recipe I thought I want to make this similar to the taste of baked sweet potatoes made on special occasions like my Nan would make.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>This is indeed a tasty variation of that yummy treat. It is also thick and filling.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Serves 3 at 1 cup and 4 tablespoons each</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Yields 3 ¾ cups</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 sweet potato, about 10 0z- peeled and cut into chunks</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 pound of baby carrots</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 vegetarian bouillon cube that would be used for 2 cups broth (or one to two broth packets to equal the same)</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2 0z onion, sliced</p> <p class="MsoNormal">½ tsp dry ground ginger</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pinch of ground cinnamon</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 Tablespoon vegan butter</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 Tablespoon agave nectar</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Drizzle of syrup like pancake or maple (optional)</p><p class="MsoNormal">Golden Raisins (optional)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">1- Put the potato, carrots, onion and bouillon cube into a pot, about 3 qt size. Cover with water just enough to completely cover all ingredients.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Mix together, cover and bring to a boil.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2- Uncover and add in the ginger and cinnamon, mixing well.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes until tender, stirring occasional.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3- In batches puree in a blender. Mix in the butter and agave and mix through in blender.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">4- Ladle into bowls and drizzle syrup on top if desired. Another option is instead of using the added syrup you could mix in some golden raisins for added sweetness if desired. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TSTIOYTke7I/AAAAAAAAASg/2bxqQui_T9M/s1600/baked%2Bsweet%2Bpotato%2Bsoup.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 157px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TSTIOYTke7I/AAAAAAAAASg/2bxqQui_T9M/s200/baked%2Bsweet%2Bpotato%2Bsoup.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558787989450292146" /></a><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><u><br /></u></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Gnewvegan</p>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-38047413138089843072010-12-25T11:48:00.010-05:002010-12-25T11:55:04.918-05:00A Mimosa for Everyone<div><br /></div>Here is a Mimosa even the Kids can enjoy. Martinelli's sparkling apple cider with orange juice. Here I have used Apple-Mango flavor.<div><br /></div><div>Happy Holiday's.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TRYghPEp3dI/AAAAAAAAASU/MFp1fqAsd2s/s1600/Non-alcoholic%2BMamosa.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 112px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TRYghPEp3dI/AAAAAAAAASU/MFp1fqAsd2s/s200/Non-alcoholic%2BMamosa.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5554662945761910226" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px; "><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px; "></span></div></span></div><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-11601824200986230402010-12-24T14:30:00.002-05:002010-12-24T14:33:10.589-05:00Product and snack PhotosHi everyone,<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Please check out my group on facebook for a few photos I just posted. Some snack photos and vegan products.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=105131089519354&ref=mf">http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=105131089519354&ref=mf</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Gnewvegan</div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-91412435431696040582010-11-27T11:10:00.007-05:002010-11-27T11:15:00.752-05:00Parmesan-Carrot Risotto - By Everyday Food- VeganizedThe other day I made a recipe from Everyday Food and simply veganized it. It was very tasty and I enjoyed the leftovers the next day. I will write about my changes and post the link to the recipe.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/parmesan-carrot-risotto">http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/parmesan-carrot-risotto</a><br /><br /><br />I used vegetable broth, vegan butter by Earth Balance, a regular onion (I did not have the red), Arborio rice (I did not have white long grain and I really don't use white much), white cooking wine, vegan parmesan cheese, chopped the carrots and onions in a chopper instead of grated and halved the recipe. As you can see it is possible to veganize a recipe with positive results. Especially with the available products we have. As far as risotto it is really not that much of a chore. You just have to stay close by to the pot to stir and add broth frequently. If you do other things like the dishes time goes by quicker and you have made your risotto.<br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-14446968963355650042010-11-25T09:08:00.008-05:002010-11-25T09:49:35.988-05:00Oodles of Noodles Vegetable SoupI use to love Oodles of noodles as a quick bite to eat before I became vegan. There is only one flavor I find now that I can have which is the Oriental one. But just make sure to read the ingredients. I do not remember which brand but I recall there was a brand where the Oriental one may have had something in there not vegan. I could be wrong but I seem to remember that. But here is a quick noodle veggie soup with only a few ingredients. I did not measure the final amount but I would say this would serve two people for a meal.<br /><br />1 package Oriental Oodles of Noodles, break apart into small pieces when added to the pot<br />1- 10 oz box of frozen mixed veggies (carrots, corn, green beans, etc)<br />4 cups water<br />1 packet of broth mix or 1 bouillon (for 1 to 2 cups to taste)<br />Vegan parmesan cheese<br /><br /><br />1- In a pot add the water, bouillon/or packet, and seasoning packet from noodles. Mix together and bring to a boil.<br />2- Add the frozen veggies and noodles then reboil. Stir occasionally.<br />3-Simmer for five more minutes or until the veggies are done. Stir occasionally.<br />4- Serve and season with parmesan cheese if using.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TO5ur1vBMlI/AAAAAAAAASA/deErFPXE7wg/s1600/ingredients%2Bfor%2Boodles%2Bsoup.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 170px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TO5ur1vBMlI/AAAAAAAAASA/deErFPXE7wg/s200/ingredients%2Bfor%2Boodles%2Bsoup.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543489890777379410" /></a><br /><br />The only other ingredients not in this photo are the packet/bouillon for broth and the vegan parmesan cheese.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TO5usDvELLI/AAAAAAAAASI/XDKB8Cg5HwM/s1600/oodle%2Bnoodle%2B%2Bveggie%2Bsoup.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 166px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TO5usDvELLI/AAAAAAAAASI/XDKB8Cg5HwM/s200/oodle%2Bnoodle%2B%2Bveggie%2Bsoup.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543489894535670962" /></a><br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-42939745471321148202010-11-13T08:56:00.007-05:002010-11-13T09:03:40.943-05:00Raw Veggie and Black Bean Salad<p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">This is another quick salad where there is no cutting required.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>In the produce section buy a package of fresh cut up stir fry veggies. A nice combination is one that has broccoli, cauliflower, green/yellow/red peppers, snow peas, celery, carrots, and onions. Of course you can choose your veggies of choice but be sure to get a nice full package. Add this to a drained and rinsed can of black beans.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I used 1 -15 oz can to one package of veggies.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Then season with dried spices such as garlic and onion powder, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley to taste. Add extra virgin olive oil and either a balsamic or a red wine vinegar to moisten or to taste.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Mix and enjoy. The one thing I love about this recipe is that you do not need to add a grain such as pasta or rice to make it fuller. If you eat a nice bowl of veggies and beans you will find yourself full.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TN6ZnbD6f8I/AAAAAAAAAQ4/FND_QOECqVM/s1600/Raw%2Bveggie%2Band%2BBlack%2BBean%2BSalad.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TN6ZnbD6f8I/AAAAAAAAAQ4/FND_QOECqVM/s200/Raw%2Bveggie%2Band%2BBlack%2BBean%2BSalad.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539033494270410690" /></a><br /><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon. </p><p class="MsoNormal">Gnewvegan</p>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-50717490125581274752010-11-06T10:46:00.005-04:002010-11-06T10:58:30.519-04:00Past Thanksgiving posts-If anyone needs some Thanksgiving recipe ideas please type in the search bar "Thanksgiving". You will see previous posts I did on Thanksgiving. Also I posted a pumpkin pie recipe I still have not done. Just type in Pumpkin pie in the search bar to see that post. You will also see a recipe with the pumpkin pie on chocolate chip muffins. Here is the link to a post I did when I finally had a chance to make the muffins.<br /><br />http://invitationfrom-gnewvegan.blogspot.com/2008/01/i-made-chocolate-chip-muffins.html <div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Gnewvegan</div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-3494896123527218422010-11-03T19:14:00.003-04:002010-11-03T19:19:59.319-04:00Veganize a Recipe Time - “Sausage” and Kale Soup<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><u>Tonight’s Dinner – “Sausage” and Kale Soup <o:p></o:p></u></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Here is a recipe I made from Woman’s day Magazine.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Besides making my own recipes I like to show people that you can also veganize recipes. My blog is a combination of many things including the last statement.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I will share the link here so you can see the original recipe and what I did to make it vegan. Now, I did not measure anything when I made this tonight.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>It was tasty and a recipe I will be saving. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.womansday.com/Recipes/Sausage-Kale-Soup-Recipe">http://www.womansday.com/Recipes/Sausage-Kale-Soup-Recipe</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><u>My Changes-Ingredients<o:p></o:p></u></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Of course I did not use meat sausage. You can choose vegan sausage that you like. I like the brand Tofurky and used their Italian sausage. I think the Kielbasa would also go nice here. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I used Russet potatoes</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I did not use fresh kale as I had the frozen kale on hand</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><u>Cooking Changes<o:p></o:p></u></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Step one and two are combined excluding the sausage part. After the pot was heated <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I added some extra virgin olive oil to the pot until heated.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I added the onions and garlic I chopped and browned /softened lightly.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Add the broth and boil per the directions. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Step three I followed adding the potatoes and kale. At this point I also added the sausage that I cut into bite size pieces. (I actually thawed out the kale mostly by putting it in a colander and ran hot water over it until it was loosened before I added it to the pot.) Then I cooked it per the directions until the potatoes and kale became tender. I cooked it about 20 minutes stirring occasionally. <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>At the end if you did not add enough broth you could always add some. I did not add the red pepper flakes and instead added vegan parmesan cheese. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">I like to do this to show people that recipes can be veganized and you do not have to follow recipes exactly as written. Do not be afraid, change it to your taste, to what you have on hand and mangia!!!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Buon appetite. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon. </p><p class="MsoNormal">Gnewvegan</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-17239146242452717942010-10-26T09:38:00.004-04:002010-10-26T09:42:45.291-04:00Steamed Broccoli and Caulifower<p class="MsoNormal"><u>Steamed Broccoli and Cauliflower<o:p></o:p></u></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you do not feel like messing up a pot, pan or chopping this is a quick and easy veggie snack. <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>You can either buy a regular bag of precut frozen broccoli and cauliflower and steam desired amount in the microwave or buy the frozen bag you can actually steam the veggies in the bag. Then season with onion /and/ or garlic powder, dry minced garlic to taste. Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil mixing in and enjoy.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Gnewvegan</p><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TMbaFQJ4a7I/AAAAAAAAAQw/H9GPiLSZaWE/s1600/Steamed+Broccoli+and+cauliflower.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 168px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TMbaFQJ4a7I/AAAAAAAAAQw/H9GPiLSZaWE/s200/Steamed+Broccoli+and+cauliflower.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532348976041847730" /></a>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-19630528358021553692010-10-15T09:11:00.011-04:002010-10-15T09:30:47.955-04:00Quick and Easy Veggie mealFor a quick healthy meal buy a 7 - 1o oz box of frozen mixed veggies that come in a steamer bag for the microwave. You will find many combinations of veggies to choose from. Some varieties have barley or beans in them and some are already seasoned with olive oil. Steam in the microwave per box directions. Then I use the microwave brown rice that cooks in one minute.It comes in individual servings. They are really great to have and are so quick and easy. I cook that after the veggies are done and just mix all together. You can also add beans of choice if you prefer instead of rice. If you want add more seasonings. Having a healthy quick meal is easy... <div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon. </div><div><br /></div><div>Gnewvegan</div>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-75643778641766001042010-07-21T20:43:00.013-04:002010-07-25T14:21:16.413-04:00Parmesan Rice Burger<p class="MsoNormal"><u>Parmesan Rice Burger</u></p><p class="MsoNormal">Makes 2 burgers</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">These burgers have a very nice cheese taste and are easy to make.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal">1 cup cooked brown rice, set aside until cool enough to handle</p><p class="MsoNormal">3 Tablespoons vegan bread crumbs</p><p class="MsoNormal">2 Tablespoons vegan parmesan cheese</p><p class="MsoNormal">¼ cup (4 Tablespoons) vegan shredded mozzarella or Monterey jack</p><p class="MsoNormal">¼ cup (4 Tablespoons) marinara sauce plus some for topping after cooked</p><p class="MsoNormal">2 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped</p><p class="MsoNormal">2 Tablespoons warm water</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch or egg replacer *</p><p class="MsoNormal">Olive oil spray</p><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal">1- Preheat toaster oven to 350 degrees.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Line the baking tray with aluminum foil and spray generously with oil spray.</p><p class="MsoNormal">2- Mix all ingredients together except water and cornstarch in a bowl.</p><p class="MsoNormal">3- In a small bowl mix together the water and cornstarch or egg replacer and using a small whisk or fork make sure there are no lumps and it is thoroughly dissolved. Then add to the rice mixture and mix well.</p><p class="MsoNormal">4- Form into two burgers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Place burgers on tray and bake for 20 minutes.</p><p class="MsoNormal">5- Open oven and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.</p><p class="MsoNormal">6- Top with warmed marinara sauce and enjoy. (About 4 tablespoons each burger or to taste)</p><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal">G Notes- You can save the other burger in a container in the refrigerator for later. To reheat the burger place it in a microwave on top of a paper towel. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>Microwave for 2 minutes. (microwave times vary).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Top with marinara. </p><p class="MsoNormal">Serving ideas- Steamed veggies go nice with this burger. You could also make a salad.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal">* Egg replacer has a powder consistency and can be found in an organic or health food store. The Brand I use is by Ener- G. </p><br /><p class="MsoNormal"></p><p><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TExwBSZ2Y2I/AAAAAAAAAPg/sFC6_G82DZ4/s1600/rice+parmesan+burger.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497892412534973282" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2DNURRV74fs/TExwBSZ2Y2I/AAAAAAAAAPg/sFC6_G82DZ4/s200/rice+parmesan+burger.JPG" /></a> Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.</p><p> </p><p>Gnewvegan</p>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-39633236707237016792010-07-14T11:57:00.003-04:002010-07-14T12:01:27.164-04:00I posted a video series on You Tube- Freezing TofuFor the first time I uploaded videos to you tube. This is a 4 part series of short videos on how to freeze tofu.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlxLLnZzNO8">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlxLLnZzNO8</a><br /><br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-53730382195905024482010-07-10T12:24:00.005-04:002010-07-10T12:27:55.507-04:00Repost of my Fiesta Bean SaladThis is a post I did almost two years ago. I thought with the summer here and barbecues and parties going on I would repost this recipe. The link is below. I hope you enjoy this salad if you try it.<br /><br /><br />Thanks for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br />Gnewvegan<br /><br /><a href="http://invitationfrom-gnewvegan.blogspot.com/2008/07/fiesta-bean-salad-by-gnewvegan.html">http://invitationfrom-gnewvegan.blogspot.com/2008/07/fiesta-bean-salad-by-gnewvegan.html</a>Gnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5457470908846248022.post-65369293574380406782010-07-01T09:54:00.002-04:002010-07-01T09:58:24.944-04:00Curiosity about boiling waterThe other day I wondered is boiling water an effective way to remove germs and bacteria? I personally do not like the taste of tap water. Part of my growing up we would drink water directly from a spring or bottled water. Now I could taste the difference of the tap so I only drink bottled water. But with bottled water you also have the problem of plastic which is not good for the environment. I know there is also a filter one could pass their water through. I did a quick research online to see about my question. From the few sites I read although boiling does not get rid 100% everything it does the job adequately for the germs and bacteria that could be harmful to us. I found a site also that compared boiling water to filtered water and basically it said either or does the trick. With the boiling you do have to have it at a bubbling boil for at least one to two minutes from what I read for this to be effective. Regarding the taste I saw two different opinions. One site said that the boiled water may taste better than a filter because the filter may have a charcoal type taste. Then I read that some people may not like the boiled water because it may leave it with a flat taste due to oxygen being removed from the water. But a way to assist with that is to pour it between two containers after it has been boiled (and I assume cooled) to add back some of the oxygen. I thought this would be interesting to share and it is nice to know you have a few choices.<br /><br />Thank you for coming to my blog. Please come back again soon.<br /><br /><br />GnewveganGnewveganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14520769311192292611noreply@blogger.com1