Recipes

Smoky Little Devils

October 30, 2017 |

This is a delicious recipe for plant-based hor d’oeuvres that would be a delightful addition to any get-together. The recipe was conceived by Ann Crile Esselstyn and her daughter Jane, both energetic advocates for the plant-based, whole-food way of life. Ann is the wife of Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr. who served as President of Staff…

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With Just a Hint of Curry

October 23, 2017 |

As the days become shorter and the air turns cooler our thoughts turn to the warming and savoury comfort foods like soups. This recipe produces a delicious, creamy-textured soup evocative of southern climes with its flavours of coconut, lime and curry. Curried Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut and Lime 1 cup diced sweet onion 1…

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A Versatile Recipe

October 16, 2017 |

Some foods we eat are not relegated to a certain meal or a particular time of day.  Chili is one such dish.  It is excellent for lunch or supper and great fare to take along for a potluck.  As a bonus it is also quick and easy to prepare. This recipe is the result of…

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Fusing Two Tasty Cultures

October 9, 2017 |

  Pasta is a great way to present a quick, one dish meal that is a perfect backdrop for lots of colourful and healthy plant-based foods. In this recipe Italian seasonings intermingle very delectably with Mexican spices to create this nutritious and delicious one dish meal.   MEX-ITALIA PASTA ¼ cup apple juice 1 cup…

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Greeting the Morning With Grains

September 4, 2017 |

The eating of healthy grains daily is linked to a longer healthier life. Notice the important word here – “healthy”. Many grains that we are presented with are highly refined and missing their beneficial components or have other less healthful ingredients added to them. A case in point is granola, offering an excellent opportunity to…

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