VW - 2 Appetizers (vegan)

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Baba Ganouj (Eggplant Pate - vegan)

 

Recipe By : from The Vegetarian Way by Virginia and Mark Messina

Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Appetizers

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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2 med eggplants

juice of one lemon

1/4 c tahini

3 cloves garlic

1/4 c finely chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp salt

1/4 c finely chopped green onions

1 tbsp olive oil

pinch cayenne pepper

1 drop Liquid Smoke -- (up to 2 drops)

 

Wash the eggplants and rpick them all over with a fork. Place them on a cookie

sheet and bake at 400° F, for about 45 mintues, until they are soft and

wrinkled. Cool and scoop the insides into a food processor. Add the rest of

the ingredients and process until smooth. Chill and serve with pita bread

wedges.

 

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NOTES : Baba ganouj is a traditional Middle Eastern dip, usually served with

wedges of pita bread. In Turkey, authentic baba ganouj uses eggplants that have

been charred, giving the dish a rich, smoky flavor. You can achieve a similar

flavor by adding a drop or two of liquid smoke if you like.

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Mushroom Pate (vegan)

 

Recipe By : from The Vegetarian Way by Virginia and Mark Messina

Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Appetizers

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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2 tbsp minced onion

2 cloves garlic -- minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 lb fresh mushrooms -- chopped

2 tbsp vegetable stock

1 tbsp white flour

8 oz soft tofu

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp dried marjoram

1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce

salt and black pepper -- to taste

 

Sauté the onions and garlic in the olive oil for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms

and the vegetable stock. Cover and let the mixture cook until the mushrooms are

completely tender. Mix in the flour thoroughly and saute for an additional 2

mintues, stirring the mixture to keep it from sticking. Place the mushroom

mixture and the rest of the ingredients in a food processor and process until

they form a smooth pâté. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers

or spread on bread.

 

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NOTES : Make the wonderful, savory pate with the rich flavor of mushrooms and

herbs a day ahead to give the flavors a chance to develop. Serve it with pita

wedges, party rye bread, or crackers.

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