Vegan Banana Bread

Vegan Banana BreadThe key components of this vegan version of banana bread—which is moist and filling instead of dry and crumbly—are coconut oil and pecan flour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two 9×5-inch loaf pans with parchment paper. Process pecan halves in a food processor until a flour forms; transfer … [Read more…]

Brown Rice Bread

Brown Rice BreadCooked brown rice adds extra taste and texture to this versatile bread. In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Place 1/2 cup of cooked rice in a two cup measuring cup. Add oil and enough warm water to equal 1 … [Read more…]

Easy Rice Flour Pancake

Easy Rice Flour PancakeEasy rice flour pancakes are a simple and gluten-free accompaniment to beef curries or any savory filling. In a bowl, combine the salt and rice flour; create a well in the center of the mixture. Add egg, vegetable oil, and just enough water to combine into a batter. Apply cooking spray to … [Read more…]

Warm Apple Cinnamon Cobbler

Warm Apple Cinnamon CobblerThis dessert from the American Diabetes Association features baked apples and cinnamon that have been sweetened with fructose and baked beneath a honey buttermilk biscuit crust. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F ( 190 degrees C). In a large saucepan over medium heat combine the apples water cinnamon cornstarch and fructose. Cook … [Read more…]

Slow Cooker Vegan Taco Soup

Slow Cooker Vegan Taco SoupEven the pickiest eater will enjoy this vegan taco soup made in a slow cooker with a medley of beans, corn, and vegetables. Combine three-bean mix black beans pinto beans corn tomatoes tomato sauce onion green chile peppers green bell pepper taco seasoning and garlic in a slow cooker. Add beer … [Read more…]

Pumpkin Pot De Creme

Pumpkin Pot De CremeIn place of the traditional pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving, try this gourmet dessert. For that day, I like to offer two desserts. Making this the day before will allow you to use your precious time on Thanksgiving Day for other preparations. These are mouth-melting. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees … [Read more…]

Candied Fruit Bread

Candied Fruit BreadThis version contains small amounts of a variety of nuts and candied fruits but is neither as dense with fruit nor as heavy as traditional fruit bread. Serve it without a sauce or lightly toasted. Grease an 8×5-inch loaf tin thoroughly. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Beat eggs in … [Read more…]

Chef John’s Spinach and Feta Pie

Chef John’s Spinach and Feta PieBacon and the Greek tastes of spinach and feta cheese combine in an easy recipe that’s like a combination of a baked omelet and a quiche. It’s great at any temperature and for any meal. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Heat butter in a large oven-safe … [Read more…]

Fried Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto)

Fried Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto)In this straightforward Costa Rican recipe for gallo pinto, nicely seasoned black beans are combined with sauteed onion and rice and pan-fried until crispy. Go through beans and pick out any with holes or rocks. Transfer beans to a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let … [Read more…]

Easy Mexican Quinoa

Easy Mexican QuinoaThis dish of Mexican quinoa, which is made with taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, and is finished with Cheddar cheese and sour cream, will become a family favorite. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; saute onion in hot oil until slightly softened 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in quinoa and taco seasoning; … [Read more…]