Costa Rican Kitchen
During a past trip to Costa Rica, I was invited into one of the local’s home for a traditional Costa Rican meal.
I was surprised at how simple yet efficient the kitchen was and loved the wood burning stove. The entire house had no windows and was totally open and exposed to outside elements.
I was served a wonderful Costa Rican meal of rice and beans by gracious hosts who spoke limited English. The experience was unlike any other that I have had on my travels, and it later inspired me to expand my cooking skills.
During this time of the pandemic, being stuck at home for longer periods of time, I am again exploring new foods and new recipes. It’s the perfect time to be creative in the kitchen, cooking foods from the past as well as new recipes from other places around the world.
Although our physical travel…
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Hearty Vegetable Pot Pie
Tonight, we were looking for something hearty, and comfort-food-ish. So we concocted this pot pie, with potatoes and lots of vegetables. Spices ½ tsp cumin½ tsp white pepper1 tsp rosemary Ingredients 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce (vegan)1-2 tsp avocado oil (or your choice)Vegetable broth, as needed 3 potatoes peeled and sliced4-6 carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, sliced½ …
Oyster Mushroom, Fresh Vegetable and Black Garlic Stir Fry
Ingredient List 2 tsp oil¼ red onion, sliced1 clove black garlic, minced½ c. diced carrots½ c. sliced cauliflower½ c. quartered brussel sprouts½ c. spinach¼ c. cashews¼ c. raisins4 oz. oyster mushrooms1 c. vegetable broth 2 tsp. mushroom powder1 tsp. cilantrosalt and pepper to taste cooked rice Preparation Saute onion and garlic in oil, until onion …
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Mango Oyster Mushroom Gravy with Black Garlic
This is a hearty gravy that you can adjust based on how spicy you like it. We used a spicy mango chutney to turn up the heat just a little. This gravy is just the right combination of earthy, sweet and salty! Ingredient List 4 oz oyster mushrooms, thinly sliced (we get ours from Segura …
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Black Garlic, Shitake and Spinach Hash
A hearty hash for a late winter meal! Ingredient List: 4 cloves black garlic½ cup vegetable stock½ onion, diced4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup spinach1 lb Beyond Burger 2 tsp rosemary, driedsalt and pepper to taste Preparation: In a lightly oiled pan, fry potatoes for about 5 minutes. Add onion, mushrooms and …
Happy Health Valentines Day!
Today give your body some love by making some cold pressed raw organic juice! Your body will love you for it!
The juice above:
1 apple, half a beetroot, 3 stalks celery, a handful of spinach and half a lemon
Middle Eastern Beef with Spinach and Gnocchi (Vegan)
Savory middle eastern beef with spinach and gnocchi (vegan)
Vegan Fart of the Day: Tofurky Fart
Even vegans fart!
British Foods
Having lived in England for over 12 years, I originally did not like the taste of Marmite, but eventually fell in love with the distinct flavor and found that it made a wonderful vegan french onion soup that tasted even better than the beef broth version and was healthier with lots of vitamin B. Here is a new twist on an old recipe!
Ingredients
2 Large Onions (1 Yellow and 1 White) thinly sliced
2 or 3 TBSP Marmite or desired amount
Add 6 cups of water or desired amount or vegetable stock
French Baguette or 2 slices of bread
Pepper to taste
Directions
Add all ingredients to soup pan
Cook over medium flame or heat for 30 minute until it begins to boil
Pour into bowl, add chopped bread pieces or a slice of french bagette
Top with shredded vegan mozzarella cheese
Enjoy!
The Vegan Trough 