Meatless Monday #11: Oyster mushroom and soft cheese ravioli
In celebrating National Vegetarian awareness week last week we decided to try our hand at making some vegetarian ravioli. While I was wondering what filling we were going to making I found the most beautiful Oyster mushrooms that are grown by a local gardener in my neighbourhood and so this recipe was born. This was […]
Meatless Monday #10: Vegetable and coconut Curry
Winter is knocking on the door in Gauteng which meant only one thing for this week’s Meatless Monday – Curry! This vegetable curry recipe is easy to make and packs a punch of flavour from turmeric, ginger and fresh chiles. You will need: 1 tablespoons of coconut oil 1 cup chopped brown onion 2 garlic […]
Meatless Monday #7: Spinach pasta with mushrooms and walnuts
I love homemade pasta. It is so much tastier than store bought pasta and surprisingly easy to make if you have a good recipe. I have made homemade pasta many times but this recipe from Martha Stewart is the best recipe I have ever used. It really is easy to make, but I must warn […]
Meatless Monday #6: Butternut and Pearl Barley Risotto
I remember my mom cooking pearl barley. As a child I found it boring and bland. But after trying this risotto I am rethinking my relationship with barley. This risotto is anything but bland. I am yet to eat a risotto I did not like, including this one. If you are looking for a healthier […]
Meatless Monday #5: Mung bean Curry
Mung beans are small, green beans that belong to the legume family. They are mainly cultivated in East Asia and the Indian subcontinent and are used in both savoury and sweet dishes. Mung beans are high in important vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are a good source of antioxidants which may help lower ‘bad’ LDL […]
Meatless Monday #1: Roasted chickpea salad
I love hummus, but the glory of the chickpea extends far beyond that of a good dip. Chickpeas roasted in aromatic spices make for a great addition to a hearty salad – simply perfect for our first Meatless Monday dinner. You will need: 2 tins chickpeas drained (I used dried chickpeas that I cooked in […]
