Intro

[Guest guest]

Thanks for all of the great ideas! Any suggestions for a tasty brand of veggie hot dogs?

 

fuson7

-

1. Veggie Hot Dogs - cook them in the oven or boil them as you would ameat hot dog. Provide some buns and condiments (ketchup, mustard,relish, etc.) and let the kids make their own. Or, slice the hotdogsand put them in baked beans. Veggie burgers are another option.a healthy boost.If you have a recipe containing meat that they really like, send it tome and I'll see if I can veganize it. I'm sure that parents on thelist will have more suggestions also. - Gene

[Guest guest]

I like Lightlife smart dogs, but boil them by all

means--microwaving them makes them rubbery! They

freeze well too.

 

 

--- Bob and Missy Fuson <fuson7 wrote:

 

> Thanks for all of the great ideas! Any suggestions

> for a tasty brand of veggie hot dogs?

 

 

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[Guest guest]

Yves are good, nice texture & even grill ok with a little oil

Peace,

Diane

 

, " Bob and Missy Fuson "

<fuson7@e...> wrote:

> Thanks for all of the great ideas! Any suggestions for a tasty brand

of veggie hot dogs?

>

> fuson7@e...

>

[Guest guest]

> " Bob and Missy Fuson " <fuson7

>

>

>Re: Re: intro

>Thu, 23 Jun 2005 09:30:15 -0400

>

>Thanks for all of the great ideas! Any suggestions for a tasty brand of

>veggie hot dogs?

 

I tend to be partial to Yves brand, but I haven't really tasted a brand I

really disliked. I try to patronize companies that claim that their food

does not contain genetically modifed soy.

 

I have fond memories of Yves, because the hot-dog vendors on the streets of

Toronto sell them. When my (vegan) brother and I were there for vacation,

we ate a lot of these.

 

- Gene

 

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[Guest guest]

I saw an idea in vegetarian times that I thought looked good it was

little individual " potato pizzas " - i have meant to try it but

haven't gotten around to it - anyway from memory it goes something

like this -

 

1. Bake the potatoes

2. Cut them in 1/2 length wise

3. Warm up red sauce

4. Pour the sauce on the potatoes _ like a pizza

5. Top w. soy cheese (follow your heart is good and will actually

melt)and any other pizza topping

6. Broil to melt cheeze

 

They showed the kids eating them like regular french bread pizza-

with their hands - also you can sautee veggies and puree them with

the sauce if you want to sneak in some extra veggies - I also make

mac and cheeze all the time I just melt soy cheese w. some soy

margarine -and a little soy milk over low heat - add salt -sometimes

some nutritional yeast and pour it on cooked elbows - good luck

 

 

, " Missy Fuson " <fuson7@e...>

wrote:

> Hi,

>

> I am new to the list and am a mom of five looking for

> vegan /vegetarian recipes. I am especially interested in 'tried

and

> true' ideas for children's meals. Our family has not always been

> vegetarian and I feel that I am constantly struggling with them as

> far

> as what they should eat. I'm looking forward to participating with

> this list!

>

> Missy

[Guest guest]

YUM! Thanks for all of the great ideas and recipes.

fuson7

-

 

cathy1332002

Thursday, June 23, 2005 12:09 PM

Re: intro

I saw an idea in vegetarian times that I thought looked good it was little individual "potato pizzas"- i have meant to try it but haven't gotten around to it - anyway from memory it goes something like this -

[Guest guest]

Hi Kelle, You'll like this group a lot. The only tip I have for you in making the switch is the book that I read that changed it all for me overnight. I'm sure some of the group is tired of hearing it but it's Gary Null's "Seven Steps to Ultimate Health" I quit the very next day and it wasn't hard after reading the book. It's very small but informative. You might want to check out his website too. www.garynull.com Welcome! RickKelle White <yogamama623 wrote: Hello, everyone. My name is Kelle. I am a yoga instructor in Fort Worth, TX and the mom of three busy kids, 13, 12 and 10. In the last 3 1/2 years I have lost 148 pounds. I lost the weight by giving up sugar and flour and other

"white" things, which really worked for me, but I am now feeling led to eliminate all animal products from my diet as well. I am also really feeling this is the right thing to do for my children and husband, too (he still is quite overweight). I am excited to have found this group and am looking forward to finding family friendly, quick, and most importantly, tasty, vegan recipes for us to try. Any "making the switch" tips would be appreciated as well. Thanks! Kelle_______________Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/

[Guest guest]

thanks!

 

Kim

 

 

On Behalf Of shadowedorchidTuesday, February 21, 2006 1:26 PM Subject: IntroHi all, I am a vegan of two years (vegetarian for three) and on step 4. Kim (I think) asked about texture - there are many! think of tofu asa matrix to hold flavor as it doesn't have much on its own. I startedout not liking tofu much, but I was buying the silken kinds, becausethe are aseptically packaged and could sit in my pantry, but it turnedout I prefered the water-packed refrigerated kinds. you can marinate & prepare it so many different ways. When i have the time, I willshare two of my favorite recipes. Glad this list is up and active! ~Tina

[Guest guest]

Hi Tina,

 

Yep, for non tofu eaters, it takes a slight learning curve to start looking

forward to it.

Think your right about having some good recipes and sharing them with the group

would

be good.

 

I like to bite into tofu, so I mostly use the Whole Foods Market - Extra Firm.

Biting into

something, makes me feel like I'm eating protein.

 

Welcome,

 

Bob

 

, " shadowedorchid " <shadowedorchid

wrote:

>

> Hi all,

> I am a vegan of two years (vegetarian for three) and on step 4.

> Kim (I think) asked about texture - there are many! think of tofu as

> a matrix to hold flavor as it doesn't have much on its own. I started

> out not liking tofu much, but I was buying the silken kinds, because

> the are aseptically packaged and could sit in my pantry, but it turned

> out I prefered the water-packed refrigerated kinds. you can marinate

> & prepare it so many different ways. When i have the time, I will

> share two of my favorite recipes. Glad this list is up and active! ~Tina

>

[Guest guest]

Tina, welcome! Sounds like we have another tofu expert on the list, great! Can't wait to hear your recipes.

heather

 

On Behalf Of shadowedorchidTuesday, February 21, 2006 1:26 PM Subject: IntroHi all, I am a vegan of two years (vegetarian for three) and on step 4. Kim (I think) asked about texture - there are many! think of tofu asa matrix to hold flavor as it doesn't have much on its own. I startedout not liking tofu much, but I was buying the silken kinds, becausethe are aseptically packaged and could sit in my pantry, but it turnedout I prefered the water-packed refrigerated kinds. you can marinate & prepare it so many different ways. When i have the time, I willshare two of my favorite recipes. Glad this list is up and active! ~Tina

[Guest guest]

What about pressed tofu, does anyone here use taht in cooking?Heather

 

On Behalf Of bheit2003Tuesday, February 21, 2006 9:50 PM Subject: Re: IntroHi Tina,Yep, for non tofu eaters, it takes a slight learning curve to start looking forward to it. Think your right about having some good recipes and sharing them with the group would be good.I like to bite into tofu, so I mostly use the Whole Foods Market - Extra Firm. Biting into something, makes me feel like I'm eating protein. Welcome,Bob , "shadowedorchid" <shadowedorchid wrote:>> Hi all, > I am a vegan of two years (vegetarian for three) and on step 4. > Kim (I think) asked about texture - there are many! think of tofu as> a matrix to hold flavor as it doesn't have much on its own. I started> out not liking tofu much, but I was buying the silken kinds, because> the are aseptically packaged and could sit in my pantry, but it turned> out I prefered the water-packed refrigerated kinds. you can marinate> & prepare it so many different ways. When i have the time, I will> share two of my favorite recipes. Glad this list is up and active! ~Tina>

[Guest guest]

Hello My name is Anne. I have been a Vegetarian for over 30 yrs.! And

I wouldn't trade it for anything! I have never been a Vegan as I

drink Milk and eat the occasional egg. I too seek new recipies. Thanx.

, carol sobczak <cpsobczak

wrote:

>

> Hi I'm Carol. I've been vegetarian for over 12 years and vegan for

many of those years. I am looking forward to some new recipes.

Thanks

[Guest guest]

On 6/13/08, Tyrone Bush <candyazz28 wrote:

>

> I just setup a profile on Grouply where you can see my photos,

> friends, and a list of my groups. You can see my profile here:

 

Oh, no, not Grouply again! Grouply caused quite a storm a few months

back on the textile crafting lists I'm on and then I didn't hear

anything about it for so long, I'd forgotten it even existed.

 

Not only did we get a group advert, I got a private mail advertising

Grouply as well. I really dislike getting spam from people who share

e-lists with me. Really. And now that a list member has put my

e-address into the Grouply system, I predict far more spam to come.

*sigh*

 

Did I mention that I dislike this? Really dislike this?

 

Sparrow

[Guest guest]

This suggestion is probably only one aspect of a way to approach your (and our) dilemma.

 

Years ago I found a book "Something for Everyone" by Carol Gelles. It gives 150 main-dish recipes for families that need to support both vegetarian and meat-eaters at the same meal. This way, much of the cooking is done for all and just a little extra effort to cover each type.

 

I can not vouch that all recipes are vegan, many aren't. One might have to apply some translations to make the vegetarian versions fully vegan.

 

Her approach was to take a common meal, make the base and then split it, adding vegetarian ingredients in one part and meat in the other. If cooking some portion (say, tofu and shrimp), you would cook the tofu first, remove it, then use the same pan/method for the meat part. (Is there a vegan/vegetarian word for the concept of keeping something separate, therefore *clean*, similar to the term kosher? Maybe we should work to coin one?)

 

The trick for yourself would be to ensure there are no meat left-overs calling out to you later. While the recipes are designed for 50-50 splits, you can probably figure out other splits.

 

A nice aspect to this is that your meat eaters could try both versions and realize they get very good flavor and satisfaction from the vegetarian version. Lets them get used to the flavors, learn to enjoy them, which would make for an easier transition.

 

Some examples:

 

Pasta with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce - Pasta with Sausage-Mushroom Sauce

Coconut Tofu - Coconut Shrimp

Tofu Satay - Chicken Satay

Asian Tofu - Asian Salmon

Spaghetti Squash Primavera - Stewed Turkey Balls with Vegetables

Bean Gumbo - Chicken Gumbo

Lentil Burgers - Meatloaf

Feta-Stuffed Zucchini - Ham-Stuffed Zucchini

Lentil Hash - Corned Beef Hash

 

There are sections covering American, Eastern European, Asian, French, Italian, Mexican and Spanish, Middle East and Mediterranean, and International Salad Entrees.

 

+ John

 

-

Christina Watt

 

 

 

.... How can I create a balanced meal that doesn't leave me craving for meat after 1.5-2 wks (and why is it always McDonalds that I crave?) ...

..

[Guest guest]

Hi, and welcome, Christina and Christina's dad!

I live in Auckland, New Zealand. I have been vegan for four years,

since meeting my husband Billy, who's been vegan for more than 30

years. I'm on this list because Billy can't tolerate any fat in his

diet - and I've gradually learned that no-added-fat the healthiest way

for virtually everyone to eat.

I would highly highly recommend you listen to the podcasts at

www.compassionatecooks.com. They are full of positive, affirming

information about reasons to be vegan and stay vegan, and how to eat

healthily. The woman is a genius - I love her!

Also this link, if you joined after it was posted by Mark:

" Here's a superb audio interview/discussion (around 50 minutes) with

Dr. Esselstyn. I love the way it covers " moderation, " the olive oil

issue, Omegas, genetics, the cause of 90% of heart attacks (plaque),

how they can occur unexpectedly, dairy, phytonutrients, and more. Some

of the callers report their results from following Essy's

recommendations. Remember, hundreds of thousands of people, men and

women, suffer (and die from) from heart disease every year in America

alone. It's great to hear Essy deal with this all verbally. Remember,

he and Ornish are the only people to successfully REVERSE heart

disease. Enjoy.

 

Esselstyn Interview Link:

http://www.wcpn.org/index.php/WCPN/soi/12423/

 

Best wishes

alice

 

On 6 Sep 2008, at 11:47, Christina Watt wrote:

 

> Hi, I am a SAHM of 3. I have tried to go vegetarian before, and have

> always been drawn back to meat. Perhaps because I was missing

> something, I don't know. I long to be a vegetarian and since I am

> increasingly lactose intolerant and sensitive to eggs, I guess that

> would make me vegan? I don't really know the differance. Anyway, my dh

> (major meat person) finally said to me (after 8 years of trying to

> work

> in a wholly vegan meal) that meat isn't necessary for every meal-just

> preferable. Trust me, this man doesn't change easily. I take it as a

> sign that I can start making meat free meals and get away with it. I

> would like to be able to go completely vegan as many nights a week as

> I

> can (even if it's only me) but I don't want to fail this time. How can

> I create a balanced meal that doesn't leave me craving for meat after

> 1.5-2 wks (and why is it always McDonalds that I crave?)

>

> Sidenote: my stepmom has also recently joined (though my dad-also meat

> person- will be reading the e-mails) because she was put on a special

> diet (only 15 g fat, no oil, no chol) for having super high

> cholesteral. I believe she said once that she was vegetarian before

> she

> met & married my dad and she can't stand to eat meat that she has

> touched when raw. (Hi Dad) Maybe you can lead us both in the right

> direction?

>

> Christina

>

> " As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the

> youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them. " Psalms

> 127: 4-5a

>

> " Lo, children are an heritage to the Lord; and the fruit of the womb

> is

> his reward. " Psalm 127:3

> --

> Sent from my T-Mobile Sidekick®

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hello, Freda, I'm new to this too, and have gotten motivated due to

some frighteningly bad bloodwork that came in recently. Although I

have about 100 lbs to lose, it's simply not about losing weight for me

any more!

 

What's amazed me is how shockingly easy it's been to convert! I am a

sweets-aholic, chocoholic, milk-loving, egg-adoring, meat-eating(did

Atkins diet) person.

 

In only 2 days, gone were the cookies-and-milk cravings, the

I'd-eat-a-bear-raw hunger. The chocolate cravings are very manageable

(this is truly hard to believe... I've gotten up at night & driven to

the grocers to get chocolate). I think a lot of this is because I can

now eat as much as I need to feel nice & full: in the past I've always

restricted food intake in an effort to avoid gaining weight

(magnificently unsuccessful, by the way).

 

Much to my surprise, gone already is the incredible morning stiffness

that I thought was just a sign of " getting older. " I look forward to

other forms of pain & medical problems lessening, or even disappearing.

 

I'm still having difficulties getting my kid on board, but I want to

live by example rather than preach. I expect she will get there in time.

 

If you haven't seen this youtube video, you might watch it for

motivation.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4467558552614720815 & q=neal+barn%20ard & p\

r=goog-sl & hl=en

 

This website is by far the best one I've found for recipes, especially

if you don't want to have to do a lot of " adapting " non-vegan recipes

to vegan.

 

The blog at veganlunchbox.com is also fabulous, but you sometimes have

to make adjustments to keep them low in fat. Most of the time it's

easy; if she says " saute onions in 1 tsp olive oil " , just steam-fry

them in water or a little juice or broth in a non-stick pan.

 

Veganlunchbox.com recipes are kid-friendly for the most part, and

" portable. " Most of the recipes make only a couple of servings, so if

you live alone they are ideal. I often quadruple the recipes and make

them for supper for the family, and then freeze the leftovers or use

them for lunch.

 

Here's another website that has lots of research-based info about the

health benefits http://www.pcrm.org/health/index.html.

 

There are two essential pieces of equipment, in my opinion: a good

non-stick pan with a lid, and a pair of silicone-tipped cooking tongs.

If you can use cast iron, that's what I'd go for. But I can't (ceramic

cooktop) so I finally broke down and spent almost $50 on the

Emerilware All-in-One pan because Consumer Reports rated it as one of

the best-performing non-sticks. It's been great. It does take longer

to brown onions etc but I'm finding I can do without oil entirely now

! (I have no affiliation with Emeril or All-Clad, who makes Emerilware).

 

Sorry for the long post. Hope you found some of this info to be of

help in your journey!

 

 

 

, " ouizir " <anlashokna wrote:

>

> Hello, I'm Freda, and I'm new to this. I have read about (and been

> interested in) McDougall/Ornish plans for quite a while, but have

> never done it. I am considering going vegan. I am almost 300 lbs. and

> I'm not comfortable. I know that dairy and sweets are most probably

> the " hidden fat " in my diet.

> Do any of you have any tips/suggestions for a beginner? Websites are

> cool too. Thanks in advance!

>

> Blessings,

> Freda

>

[Guest guest]

Hey MM, and welcome! I’m so glad to hear you’re feeling better eating this way. I was interested to hear your doctor recommended a low-fat vegan way of eating — it’s great to hear some doctors are starting to come around, as I think most of them (even if they agree that this is the healthiest way of eating) think it’s too restrictive and people won’t do it. I enjoy eating this way very much! It may have been difficult in the beginning but it didn’t take my taste buds long to adjust at all.

 

One thing I’ve done is to make a ring-binder recipe book — as I try new recipes I put the ones I liked in the binder, so I always have a place to turn when I want ideas that I know I will enjoy. It’s actually gotten pretty thick so I’m finding plenty that I enjoy! I hope you will, too.

 

Anna

 

 

On 13/9/08 12:00 AM, " cavanaughmm " <cavanaughmm wrote:

 

Hi, I'm new to this group and the low-fat vegan way of life. After

only a week, though, I must say that I feel better than I have in years.

 

I'm a married mom of one in her mid-40s and I live in a small town.

I'm " morbidly obese " and have all the lovely health problems that tend

to go along with that, though I have so far escaped becoming

officially diabetic.

 

I won't go into all the boring details, but let it suffice to say that

I recently got bloodwork that basically screamed out " I am a walking

heart attack " (or worse, a stroke waiting to happen).

 

My doctor has been bugging me for several years to try to slow down my

obvious physical deterioration with a low-fat, vegan diet, and I've

resisted his " crazy diet " mightily. Somehow the bloodwork coming when

it did has turned me around completely.

 

It's just not about losing weight this time. It's about living.

 

What's weirdest, though, is that it has been easy. For once in my

life, I'm not feeling deprived, or hungry, or craving my binge foods

(well, chocolate, cheese, & chicken a little, but only when I actually

see it... that's nothing compared to my " normal " obsession with

chocolate!). I don't even want diet sodas any more.

 

Best of all, for once in my life, I'm not spending all my time

measuring or counting (not calories, not " points, " not fat grams, not

carbohydrates...not nuthin!).

 

The only thing I limit at all are nuts/nut butters, and vegan sweets

(muffins, dark chocolate, sorbet, etc). [Normally, limiting sweets

would have me frantic with cravings, but that's not happening this

time. Not sure why, but I'll take it!]

 

Thank you for sharing yourselves & these wonderful recipes in this

blog. Reading it is something I look forward to each day. I've been so

impressed by the kindness of some of the posts (btw, whoever " Sparrow "

is, you are an amazing person!) and hope to " get to know you " all

better as time goes on. I live in terror that this newfound " freedom

from food " will fade after a few weeks, so I am trying to create a

" personal library " of motivational & inspirational sources, like you!

 

mm

[Guest guest]

Hello Carmela! I was a meat eater for many years in RR. When I started

transitioning to vegetarian eating I felt like I was starting doing the program

all over again. It can feel like a challenge to get enough protein at times,

and it is the biggest issue we talk about on this list . Have you seen the

protein list in the files section of our group?

 

How luck you are to be in the San Fran area! I was there for work a year ago

and I was amazed at how easy it was to stay on program at the restaurants.

Browns and fresh veggies abide!

 

You didn't mention tempeh--it's soy based, but fermented so the taste is very

unusual. Not sure if that is an option for you. I also use gluten (for the time

being at least). I find it's texture lends itself well to many dishes, but easy

stir fries are the biggest thing I use it for. I also use eggs as a protein

source for a meal a day most days. From quiches, to omelets it's a cheap and

easy source. Cheese is something I also use, but not as my sole protein source

because I get tired of it long before I've eaten enough LOLOL. Still, in a

pinch I've been known to have a meal of cheese for protein. Finally I like to

incorporate nuts and beans. Soups are a big way I incorporate those. I just

made a big batch of my cashew chili in the crock pot today. Went to the pantry

and grabbed four different cans of beans, added tomatos, cashews, some chopped

veggies and spices. It's a favorite these days, and I like to have it with

brown rice and cheese on

top.

 

Hope this helps!

Heather

 

There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle.

The other is as though everything is a miracle.

--Albert Einstein

 

 

 

 

________________________________

Juana Tango <juanatango

 

Friday, February 27, 2009 6:20:30 PM

Intro

 

 

Hello My name is Carmela and I am just (re)starting on step one. Since

I fell by the wayside last time I'm doing it with online groups and

such this time. On the one hand being a vegetarian for so many years

will makes parts of the program easier for me to follow (incorporating

complex grains including brown rice, quinoa, barley, etc) is not

unfamiliar to the way I eat anyhow. On the other hand figuring out how

to get enough protein and not get stuck eating nothing but soy based

products (I am not a big fan of tofu although I do enjoy edamame and

other soy based products) seems to be a big challenge. Especially this

whole 30 grams or so at each meal.

 

While I'm blessed to be in a region where its easier to pick up such

products (the san francisco bay area) it still seems to be a bit of a

challenge for me.

 

What are some alternatives to soy based products (not that I don't

appreciate the veggie ham/bologna/ turkey/groundrou nd/soyrizo -mmmm),

just that I would like some variety.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Hi Carmela, welcome!

 

I live in San Francisco. Have you joined the Northern California

list? We're pretty active -- we get together for lunch once every

other month. And sometimes for other activities, too. It's great to

meet other folks face to face, and we're a nice group if I do say so

<smile>.

 

I know what you mean about wanting to find more protein variety. Like

Heather mentioned in her reply, I use wheat gluten sometimes. I make

my own seitan, and it's pretty satisfying for me.

 

I also use soy (tofu and tempeh), eggs, dairy. Beans and lentils are

good as *part* of my protein at a meal (I usually have another protein

source with them, like cheese or an egg). I use nuts if I need just a

few grams more.

 

For breakfast, I have a shake with homemade rice milk, some flavoring,

and Restore protein powder. It really helps to free up other protein

choices for me.

 

Hope this helps, Cinzia

 

, " Juana Tango "

<juanatango wrote:

>

> Hello My name is Carmela and I am just (re)starting on step one. Since

> I fell by the wayside last time I'm doing it with online groups and

> such this time. On the one hand being a vegetarian for so many years

> will makes parts of the program easier for me to follow (incorporating

> complex grains including brown rice, quinoa, barley, etc) is not

> unfamiliar to the way I eat anyhow. On the other hand figuring out how

> to get enough protein and not get stuck eating nothing but soy based

> products (I am not a big fan of tofu although I do enjoy edamame and

> other soy based products) seems to be a big challenge. Especially this

> whole 30 grams or so at each meal.

>

> While I'm blessed to be in a region where its easier to pick up such

> products (the san francisco bay area) it still seems to be a bit of a

> challenge for me.

>

> What are some alternatives to soy based products (not that I don't

> appreciate the veggie ham/bologna/turkey/groundround/soyrizo -mmmm),

> just that I would like some variety.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Maggie, welcome!

 

I think we met at Ranch 07...it was my first one. I seem to remember sitting at

a table with you (near the doorway).

 

Glad you're here. Have you checked out the Files section of this list (when

you're reading on the web)? There's a document listing vegetarian protein

sources. Some are vegan and might give you some ideas.

 

What are some of your favorite things to eat? I cook beans nearly every week &

really enjoy them. Cinzia

 

, Maggie Vining <Maggie.Vining

wrote:

>

> Hi Everyone : )

>

> I have been involved with RR on and off for the past few years. I

> went to Ranch in 2007 (I think it was that year). In 2008 I became

> a vegan and I was so focused on making those adjustments that I found

> the steps to be too much of a challenge. I wanted to come back here

> and focus on food, and to adhere to a vegan diet as much as possible.

> I was thinking that even though this list is veggie, and not vegan

> that you would have a billion ideas for vegan sources of protein. One

> gem I found was Match Meat, but it is expensive to have shipped so I

> am hunting for alternatives.

>

> Maggie

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks Cinzia! I'll have a look at the database.

 

I really like eating spelt flakes mixed with peanut butter, plain

cocoa powder, and soy milk. I also like having shakes made with tofu,

frozen strawberries, spirrolina, and chocolate almond milk. Very

nummy! : ) I also make a raw fruit salad in a food processor with

pears, apples, celery, spinach, cinnamin, and walnuts. It is very

filling and I love how it sneaks in a ton of spinach. Amy's vegan

breakfast borritos are also really good. My favorite lunches are

usually a bean based taco salad. And for dinners I really like having

spaghetti and salad with or without a meat substitute. When I have

the Match Meat stuff I will usually have it as breakfast sausage, or

as a meat for the tacos and spaghetti. They are they best meat

substitute I have tried so far according to my tastes at least lol : )

 

On Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 10:54 PM, cinziatre <cmarchesani wrote:

>

>

> Hi Maggie, welcome!

>

> I think we met at Ranch 07...it was my first one. I seem to remember sitting

> at a table with you (near the doorway).

>

> Glad you're here. Have you checked out the Files section of this list (when

> you're reading on the web)? There's a document listing vegetarian protein

> sources. Some are vegan and might give you some ideas.

>

> What are some of your favorite things to eat? I cook beans nearly every week

> & really enjoy them. Cinzia

[Guest guest]

Hi Maggie, welcome! Glad to see you here . I see that Cinzia already

recommended you check out the protein file. Let us know what you find there

that you can use!

 

What step are you working on now?

Heather

 

There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle.

The other is as though everything is a miracle.

--Albert Einstein

 

 

 

 

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Maggie Vining <Maggie.Vining

 

Tuesday, April 28, 2009 1:12:03 PM

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Hi Everyone : )

 

I have been involved with RR on and off for the past few years. I

went to Ranch in 2007 (I think it was that year). In 2008 I became

a vegan and I was so focused on making those adjustments that I found

the steps to be too much of a challenge. I wanted to come back here

and focus on food, and to adhere to a vegan diet as much as possible.

I was thinking that even though this list is veggie, and not vegan

that you would have a billion ideas for vegan sources of protein. One

gem I found was Match Meat, but it is expensive to have shipped so I

am hunting for alternatives.

 

Maggie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Thanks for letting me join. I look forward to learning more and getting

great inspiration for more vegetarian meals for me and my family. Thanks

again.

 

Cindy