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The MenuI scored two bags of Aldi's Christmas Gnocchi earlier this month and decided to base our Christmas dinner menu around it. We went with a brown butter & sage sauce for the gnocchi accompanied by a kale/cranberry salad, air fryer broccoli, and oven-roasted mushrooms. Dessert was apple pie à la mode.Recipe-by-Recipe BreakdownGnocchiThe gnocchi were awesome! Would definitely do that

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Too much of Grandma Edgecombe's Cranberry Sauce sitting in the refrigerator after Thanksgiving? Here's a great way to use up leftovers and make a delicious breakfast!Ingredients1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter1/4 cup chopped or slivered almonds1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (allspice works, too, in a pinch)1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 beaten eggs1

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This is a delicious vegan Middle Eastern dish that we love!  It takes 45 minutes to an hour to cook, but the hands-on time is still quite short. Ingredients: 6 cups water 2 cups (1 bag) dried lentils 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons salt 2 bay leaves 1/4 teaspoon thyme Directions: Bring all ingredients to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 to 60 minutes,

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Have a Kindle? I just got this recipe book with 15-minute breakfast recipes for free!  If you miss the free window, looks like it's only going to cost $0.99 after that.  Also, note that if you don't have a Kindle, you can download free readers for most operating systems and phones.  I read my Kindle stuff using the free reader for my iPhone.

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Oh my word.  This crockpot recipe for Cuban Black Beans from Betty Crocker is SO GOOD. We had chopped cilantro and avocado on top. Totally to die for.  And totally vegan!

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A couple of weeks ago, The Vegan Stoner posted some really yummy-looking Rice Balls. We just happen to have a lot of TVP sitting around that we need to find a way to use, so I added it to my list of things to try.  And, of course, as I got ready to make it, the recipe took on a Lazy Spin. This recipe serves one person.  Multiply it by the number of people you're serving to make it as

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I used to use wooden spoons.  But then I had to hand-wash them because they don't play nicely with the dishwasher.Then I used plastic spoons.  But if you set them in the wrong place near the stove, they melt.  And if they are cheap plastic, sometimes they break.Then I found BAMBOO SPOONS!!  I love these things.  They work like wooden spoons, don't melt or break, and you

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This is a delicious vegan recipe using quinoa, a protein-rich grain.  It's a quick and easy one-dish meal!  I adapted this from the recipe on the back of my Archer Farms quinoa. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 1.5 cups water 1 bag frozen steam-in-bag southwest corn & black bean mix* 3 Tbsp. lime juice 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 tsp. ground cumin After rinsing, combine the quinoa

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For the past couple of years, Mr. Vegetarian has been doing most of the cooking while I drowned in work. Now he's working and I'm back in the kitchen. It's fun (so far)! Yesterday I was shopping and found a bag of quinoa at Target. I've been hearing a lot about it, so I picked it up to look at it. It had a WONDERFUL looking recipe on the back, so I decided to get some and try it out. The

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I love the 15-bean soup mixes you can find at the store, but most of them come with a ham or "ham" flavoring packet. After a few unsuccessful experiments, I finally found the right mix of seasonings to make a delicious vegan soup! In classic Lazy Vegetarian style, I use a crockpot to make this a minimally hands-on recipe. 1 (16-20 oz.) bag of 15-bean soup mix 1 large onion, chopped 2 tsp.

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We had this over Christmas while staying with Aunt Marcia, and WOW is it delicious!! Bring 6 cups water to a boil and add the following ingredients: 1/3 c. brown rice 1/4 - 1/3 medium onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 8 shakes each: ground thyme & sage 1 Tbsp rosemary leaves 2 bay leaves 2 cloves garlic, minced Set a timer for 40 minutes. At the 35-minute mark, add: 2/3 c. brown

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This is a Sunday morning favorite at our house. 1 can Superlinks*, smashed (you can smash them with a fork or a food processor) 1 bag frozen Potatoes O'Brien OR 1 bag frozen hash browns + 1 medium onion, diced 2 tbsp. vegetable oil salt, to taste garlic powder, to taste onion powder, to taste Heat oil on medium heat (5-6) in a large skillet. Add remaining ingredients and saute slowly, turning

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This easy meal uses a slow cooker and rice cooker, so you can prepare your ingredients the night before, set the timer in the morning when you leave for work, and come home to a delicious, nutritious Mexican meal! Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole originally from The Best Slow Cooker Cookbook Ever The Main Dish 28 oz. canned crushed tomatoes in tomato puree 14.5 oz. canned chunky salsa 6 oz.

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2 cups minute rice 2 cans broccoli/cheese soup (undiluted) 2 cans FriChik*, cubed liquid from FriChik cans 2 cups frozen broccoli florets 3 tbsp McKay's chicken seasoning (available from Apple Valley Natural Foods) Spray a crockpot with non-stick cooking spray. Combine all ingredients and mix together in crockpot. Cook 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Great for potlucks and easy weekend

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The mild-mannered baked potato -- no longer just a side dish! The Basics Baked potato 1/2 cup vegetable 1/2 cup beans 1/3 cup cheese condiment By changing up the toppings, you can create a completely different meal! Variations Traditional: pinto beans, broccoli, cheddar, and sour cream Mexican: black beans, mixed veggies with corn, colby/jack cheese, and salsa Greek: white beans, spinach,

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This lacto-ovo* recipe, adapted from a family friend's, is a favorite on chilly winter evenings This recipe does take a bit longer than most Lazy Vegetarian recipes, since it has to simmer for 45 minutes. Hands-on time is still under 20 minutes, though. 1 onion, sliced thinly or diced 1 can Superlinks*, diced olive oil 2 cans stewed tomatoes 1 can tomato soup 4 cups water 1 envelope dried onion

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An easy lacto-ovo* menu These recipes don't all meet classic "Lazy Vegetarian" standards, but they are relatively quick and easy for a Thanksgiving meal. I make the pumpkin pies and cranberry sauce the day before, and do all the prep work for the stuffing ahead of time as well, cutting down considerably on hands-on time on the day itself. Frozen vegetables and refrigerated bread dough make

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Lacto vegetarian (possibly vegan with substitutions) This is a super-easy fruit salad made extra yummy by vanilla yogurt. I've had many people ask me what the delicious "secret sauce" is... and then confess that they don't usually like yogurt! At our house, this salad, a big bowl of popcorn, and lemonade often make for an easy, light supper on weekend evenings. 1 med. can mandarin oranges,

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A quick and comforting family favorite Lacto-ovo This is a delicious and satisfying family meal which is ready in under 30 minutes. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 can Vegetable Steaks, cut into bite-size chunks* 1 can healthy-style cream of mushroom soup (undiluted) 1/2 cup water 1 envelope dried onion soup mix 1/2 cup light sour cream 1/2 package whole wheat egg noodles In a large, non-stick

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Taco salad with corn on the cob Lacto-ovo and vegan options This is a great meal that has that summery feel to it! Thanks to the beans and chips in the salad, it includes a complete protein as well as plenty of veggies. Corn on the Cob Pre-heat oven to 350. When oven is heated, place unhusked corn on the oven rack and bake 20-30 minutes (until husks are slightly brown and shriveled). After

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Save prep time with scissors Another essential piece of kitchen equipment for the Lazy Vegetarian is kitchen scissors. These should be comfortable, sturdy scissors that you use only in the kitchen. Some of my more common uses for them: slicing green onions and chopping herbs. Also useful for salad greens, broccoli niblets, and other small veggies. Not only is it quicker and easier than using a

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Vegan and lacto-ovo options The Basics: Boil water. Throw in spaghetti. Warm your favorite sauce in microwave. Eat. Pasta Variations: Super-quick: angel-hair pasta Healthy: whole wheat spaghetti Less messy to eat: rotini or penne Topping Variations: Off-beat: diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano Healthy: chunky garden-style pasta sauce with vegetables Quasi-gourmet: pesto (bottled)

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How to be lazy while seeming like an overachiever If you want to be a Lazy Vegetarian, but eat more than frozen pizza on a regular basis, it's essential to invest in a small countertop chopper. This handy little appliance, unlike a full-blown food processor, is small enough to leave out so it's ready to go at a moment's notice, and it makes short work of common tasks like chopping veggies or

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Read, contribute, eat great food!I just discovered VegGuide.org, an interactive directory of vegetarian stores and restaurants around the world. Use it to find out what's available in your neck of the woods, or register to add your comments to the database.

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Hearty and filling Lacto-ovo (vegan if you use imitation cheese) 1 can vegetarian refried beans 2 cans red enchilada sauce 10 whole wheat tortillas 1 1/2 cups cheese Garnishes: tomatoes, shredded lettuce, olives, salsa, sour cream, etc. Preheat oven to 350 and spray a 13x9 inch casserole with non-stick cooking spray. In a bowl, mix the beans, half of one sauce can, and half the cheese. Place

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