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let's cut to the chase...it's been a very long winter here in minnesota, but alas, spring has finally arrived. in honor of this changing of the guards, i threw together my final farewell to drab, cold and gray with a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 25, 2013 at Rhymes With Vegan

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creamy wild rice and cranberry casserole

well, it's that time of year when we start thinking about what to bring to those holiday gatherings. it can be especially difficult when your family and friends stick with the same old traditional menu leaving you out in the... Continue reading

Posted Nov 13, 2012 at Rhymes With Vegan

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cannellini chowder w/ shallot chips and chili oil

the weather has been a bit strange this spring. one day it's gorgeous and sunny; the next rainy and dreary. i cooked up this chowder because of the wet, chilly damp air we have had the past couple of weeks.... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2012 at Rhymes With Vegan

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curried asparagus sticks w/ parsley pesto

honey, I’m home! yes, I have been absent for quite some time, and I must apologize profusely to my fellow followers. I’m sure by now you have long forgotten about this lil ‘ol site, but I'm back and I'm ready... Continue reading

Posted Apr 15, 2012 at Rhymes With Vegan

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vegan "beef" style tagine w/chickpeas and rutabaga

tagines in moroccan cuisine are slow-cooked stews braised at low temperatures, resulting in tender "meat" with aromatic vegetables and sauce. in my opinion, the most important parts of the dish are the spices you use... crushed red pepper cumin cinnamon... Continue reading

Posted Feb 7, 2011 at Rhymes With Vegan

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vegan cinnamon choco banana bread

this has become a staple item in our home. a perfect after dinner treat (or before dinner, or during dinner) through these winter months we just need a little something warm with a subtle hint of sweet. this is it.... Continue reading

Posted Jan 24, 2011 at Rhymes With Vegan

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creamy vegan triple BLT

thanks to my kick-ass mother, this vegan BLT is sure to please (even the meat eaters in your life!) warm, creamy, flavorful and so very easy to make. creamy vegan triple BLT wheat bread head of iceberg lettuce 3 medium... Continue reading

Posted Dec 28, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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quinoa, artichoke and kalamata salad

after stuffing my face with tons of holiday crud, i wanted something light but fulfilling. something salty with hint of zest. this did just the trick. quinoa, artichoke and kalamata salad serves 6 salad 4 cups prepared quinoa 6 oz.... Continue reading

Posted Dec 13, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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smoky squash and "ham" style soup

the 3rd in our trilogy of squash. sweet and salty never tasted so good! smoky squash and “ham” style soup 1 medium sized butternut squash – peeled and diced 1 medium yellow onion – chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 2... Continue reading

Posted Dec 1, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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coffee coated butternut squash with caramelized walnuts

ok, on to option #2 in the trio of butternut squash recipes. even kids will like this! (if you really felt adventurous, you could serve this with a small bowl of soy ice cream) coffee coated butternut squash with caramelized... Continue reading

Posted Nov 15, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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mostaccioli w/ butternut squash sauce and brown buttered walnuts

for the past few weeks i have had these 2 butternut squash just staring at me in the kitchen. each day i would pass them by not knowing what it was I wanted to do with them. then, just like... Continue reading

Posted Nov 12, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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soupe aux oignons et champignons, à la française

in honor of the great julia child, i felt inspired to make one of the most delicious soups around, french onion. it truly is one of those soups that i could sit and eat forever. the deep, rich broth and... Continue reading

Posted Oct 20, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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bella Steaks w/ bearnaise and baby reds tossed with caramelized onions and red pepper flakes

OK, I know that I disappeared for a very long time (i will explain my absence very soon) but I am back and ready for some more cooking. This meal has been one of my favorites i whipped up one... Continue reading

Posted Sep 14, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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creamy white bean and basil stuffed cannelloni w/ fresh kalamata olive red sauce

this was one of those dishes my brain created and i just had to see it through. i wouldn't rest until this dish was made, success or failure, it was a done deal for me. you see, i kept craving... Continue reading

Posted May 9, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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creamy pear and pine nut cabbage salad

this is one of those salads you discover when you just happen to have ingredients on hand, but are in a major time crunch. Ok, maybe it's a bit much to assume you would have these items in your pantry,... Continue reading

Posted Apr 15, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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creamy tofu and basil phyllo wraps w/ crushed garlic tomato sauce

i'm back! yes, i took a bit of a hiatus but i am back and ready to do some serious cooking...again! this past weekend was a perfect opportunity to throw some ideas together that had been rolling around in my... Continue reading

Posted Mar 1, 2010 at Rhymes With Vegan

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tofu taco soup

when the days are as cold as they are here, nothing beats a soup that kicks it up a notch on the heat level. enter taco soup. what's so great about this soup is you can really make it as... Continue reading

Posted Dec 15, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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grilled szechuan tofu w/ broccoli slaw and toasted almonds

ugh. that's how i feel. too. much. of. a good. thing. so, let's have something a little lighter...a little less filling. something that rejects thanksgiving and all of it's wonderful splendors. szechuan it is then. spicy, spicy szechuan. grilled szechuan... Continue reading

Posted Nov 30, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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a vegan thanksgiving day 4 - roasted kabocha squash soup w/ crispy fried leeks

a friend of mine had been reading alicia silverstone's new book and told me that her favorite squash was the kabocha. she was curious what it tasted like and suggested i make something with it. naturally soup seemed like a... Continue reading

Posted Nov 24, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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a vegan thanksgiving day 2

for my second thanksgiving idea, i present creamy smashed baby reds with a white wine, carrot and rosemary gravy. can we say yum? creamy smashed baby reds w/ white wine, carrot and rosemary gravy for potatoes 8-10 medium sized baby... Continue reading

Posted Nov 20, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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a vegan thanksgiving day 1

the holiday's can be a stressful time for everyone, especially when others are concerned about "what to make". so, for the next week i plan on posting simple recipe ideas for you to use or share with family and friends.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 18, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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rosemary and white bean soup w/ cauliflower cream

this VERY simple and delicious soup is a staple item in my house. instead of using dairy free cream and the like, i decided to steam and blend fresh cauliflower to add a subtle, sweet earthiness to this soup since... Continue reading

Posted Nov 16, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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squash stuffed w/ quinoa pilaf and coconut curried chickpeas

a cool, crisp fall evening calls for a rich, warm dinner cooking in the oven. tonight's menu? squash stuffed w/ quinoa pilaf and coconut curried chickpeas (and of course a large bottle of red wine...) squash stuffed w/ quinoa pilaf... Continue reading

Posted Oct 28, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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basil butter polenta bites w/ fresh chopped tomatoes

every so often we find ourselves in a pinch to put together something quick to bring to a party or gathering of some sort, and with the holidays right around the corner, this is surely to be a frequent occurrence.... Continue reading

Posted Oct 24, 2009 at Rhymes With Vegan

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