The Veggie-Full Kitchen

TVP(Textured Vegetable Protein) is an amazing product.  It is a great source of lean protein as well as fiber.  I thought it would be the best protein to use in my 'meatless' balls because of it's texture and it's ability to take on flavors... AND I think that there are some amazing flavors going on!  I layered the flavors so the 'meatless' ball alone packs a lot of punch, and then when combined with the teriyaki sauce, bell pepper, onion and pineapple it's even better!  I also just LOVE teriyaki sauce, so you could put that on just about anything and I would be a fan! Ingredients 1/4 cup yellow onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced 1/8 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped 2 tablespoons sesame seeds  3/4 cup Textured Vegetable Protein (I use Bob's Red Mill brand) 3/4 cup boiling water 1/4 cup oats 3 tablespoons white whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal + 2 tablespoons of water, mixed 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1...

Morgan, from Little House of Veggies , and her family, recently met up with me and my family, to do some berry picking at a local farm.  I thought it would be fun to make something out of the berries for my blog.  Originally, I was thinking I would make something with the strawberries alone.  That is however, until I tried the blackberries straight off the bush.  They were amazing!  I think I ate 2 cups worth right then and there.  The flavor and texture were perfect.  I came up with this super easy, semi-homemade blackberry napoleon.  I didn't want to leave the strawberries out completely, I mean, they were good too.  So, I made this sweet strawberry reduction.  Just a little goes a long way.  I have a lot left over, so I think we will just put it on our toast for breakfast this week. Sweet Strawberry Reduction Ingredients 1 cup sugar 2 cups fresh strawberries 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest 4 tablespoons Earth Balance 'But...

Being a mom to a 5 year old, a 2 year old and a 2 month old, there are days I rely on the talents of others and the products they sell to make my family dinner.  On these particular days I make semi-homemade meals, and boy am I glad for the help!  My husband loves BBQ, so I came up with this easy, quick, semi-homemade version of a BBQ and coleslaw sandwich.  The best part?  The prep time is about 15 minutes! Coleslaw Ingredients 1 package shredded coleslaw and carrots 1 cup Follow Your Heart Vegenaise 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon almond milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon celery seed Directions 1.  Whisk all ingredients, except the coleslaw and carrots. 2.  In a large bowl top the coleslaw and carrots with the dressing and toss until well coated. 3.  Set aside. BBQ 'Beefless Tips' Ingredients 1 package of 'gardein home style beefless tips' Bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce 2 tablespoons ...