Israeli Couscous with Tomato and Olives Recipe

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups water, (360ml) 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 cup Israeli couscous, (150g, 5 1/4 ounces) pearl couscous 4 cups baby tomatoes, (600g, 21 ounces) cut in half 1/2 cup kalamata olives, (75g, 2 3/4 ounces) pitted, sliced 1/2 cup minced shallots, (67g, 2 1/4 ounces) 2 teaspoons minced garlic, (5g) 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, (30ml) 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, (120ml) 1 tablespoon minced parsley, (4g) 1 tablespoon sliced basil, (2g) black pepper, as needed for seasoning Instructions Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon … Read more

Chai Spice “Cheesecake” Recipe

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups crushed vegan graham crackers 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk (such as rice, soy, or almond) Cheesecake: 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm silken tofu, drained 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked in water 1 to 2 hours, drained 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana 1/4 … Read more

Instant Pot Artichokes Recipe

Ingredients 2 quarts water, (8 cups, 2L) for soaking ¼ cup lemon juice, (60ml) 2 large artichokes, (about 1 pound each, 454g, 4 to 5 inches in size) 1 cup water, (240ml) for pressure cooking 2 lemon slices 2 garlic cloves, sliced 1 sprig of rosemary Instructions Fill a large bowl with 2 quarts of water and lemon juice. Prepare artichokes by using a chef’s knife to cut off about … Read more

Vegan Black Bean Soup Recipe

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 pinch black pepper 4 cups vegetable broth 4 (15 ounce) cans black beans 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes … Read more

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms Recipe

Ingredients 3 portobello mushrooms 1/4 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Instructions Clean mushrooms and remove stems, reserve for other use. Place caps on a plate with the gills up. In a small bowl, combine the oil, onion, garlic and vinegar. Pour mixture evenly over the … Read more