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Lentil Tomato Sauce. Vegan. Gluten Free.

July 20, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beans, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Gluten Free, Italian-inspired, Pasta, Sauces, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vitamix, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 2 Comments

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Happy Monday friends!  After a long swimming-packed rest weekend – It was hard to get rolling this morning.  But it’s a Monday and I’m not big on excuses.  So the day started.  Running.  Swimming.  Tennis and then volunteering for me and my girls.  Pretty uneventful day except that our weather has gotten terribly hot here.  It was 80 degrees at 5 am.  Heatwave has arrived… much to my dismay.  I know, the snow will be here before we know it but geez this is the fringe of hell heat.

This recipe was created last week.  I’m always looking for extra ways to add protein to meals.  I was shocked when even my 78 year old very Italian father ate the pasta with the lentils!  He liked it.  #forthewin But I have to give credit where credit is due… my youngest volunteers at two senior centers during the week.  She picked up a monstrous zucchini at their market and I knew I had to make some zoodles with it… I’m mean really, what else could I do with a 5 lb zucchini she was so proud that she bought me?
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Creamy Vegan Cheese Sauce or Dip. Gluten Free.

July 6, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Condiments, Dips, Dressings, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, Holiday, Nuts, Party Foods, Pasta, Raw, Side dish, Snacks, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vitamix, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 3 Comments

Creamy Vegan Cheese Sauce or Dip. Gluten Free.

Creamy Vegan Cheese Sauce or Dip. Gluten Free.

Ever since my daughter has gone dairy-free, about a year now, she’s craved mac n cheese.  She’s never really been a big fan of it prior to but I’ve tried many recipes, created an equal amount of recipes until now.  She gave this one a big two thumbs up!  In fact my husband was also a huge fan – much to her chagrin.  I need to get on soaking more cashews to make another batch of this for her.

This recipe is a great start but I always encourage you to sample and adjust seasonings to achieve the perfect final product.  This is packed with flavor – trust me!  We aren’t afraid of spice in my house but proceed cautiously if you don’t like spicy foods and omit things that you have concerns about.  This sauce is perfectly creamy and quite heavenly.  It is the best vegan creamy “cheese” sauce I’ve ever made or tasted.  I hope you enjoy it.

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Black Bean Corn Salad or Salsa. Vegan. Gluten Free.

July 2, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Gluten Free, Mexican, No bake/cooking required!, Raw, Running/Races, Salads, Salsas & Guacamole, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 4 Comments

Black Bean Corn Salad or Salsa. Vegan. Gluten Free.

Black Bean Corn Salad or Salsa. Vegan. Gluten Free.

This is the quintessential summer salad plus it gets better as the flavors meld together.  This vitamin and mineral packed dish that is perfect to take to your 4th of July BBQ, pool party or to make ahead and have for lunch or dinner.  I also love this on tacos straight up.  Seriously, I could eat this entire batch.  Truth.  This again, is super easy.  I love making it a day ahead of and put it in a fun covered glass jar (this is perfect for a BBQ to keep bugs at bay) or in a lovely serving bowl.  You can eat this as a side, main or as a salsa with chips.  Yum!
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Dijon Dill Chickpea Salad. Vegan. Gluten Free.

June 3, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beans, Breakfast, Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, No bake/cooking required!, Nuts, Raw, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 7 Comments

Dijon Dill Chickpea Salad. Vegan. Gluten Free.

Dijon Dill Chickpea Salad. Vegan. Gluten Free.

My garden is bustling right now.  Fresh herbs are bountiful and I’ve been craving some chickpea salad.  I normally cook according to what I’m craving at the moment… I think most people do.

Let’s focus on one component of this recipe… the chickpea.  Did you know that chickpeas contain choline is a very important and versatile nutrient in that help with sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory. Choline also helps to maintain the structure of cellular membranes, aids in the transmission of nerve impulses, assists in the absorption of fat and reduces chronic inflammation.  Contain high fiber which help to lower cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart disease.  The potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B-6 content, coupled with the lack of cholesterol found in chickpeas, all support heart health.  Food is medicine.  I know I preach it a lot but I want you to know what you’re eating and how it impacts the body.

I obviously don’t use mayo and have never been a fan.  I simply swapped that out with Dijon which amps up the flavor.  This is great on salad greens, with crackers, toasted bread or in a bowl straight up.
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Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes. Vegan.

April 1, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beans, Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Gluten Free, Potatoes, Running/Races, Side dish, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vinaigrette, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 1 Comment

Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes. Vegan.

Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes. Vegan.

I found this recipe ages ago from Minimalist Baker and I finally got around to making it.  It serves as a side dish for my carnivores and a main dish for my husband and me.  The reason I loved this recipe so much, despite being incredibly flavorful, it was super easy to roast everything on one baking sheet.  I seriously mean SUPER EASY!  I also made a few modifications to the spices and the dressing but this recipe is definitely a winner and I will be keeping it in my arsenal of go-to recipes.  I hope you give this one a try!Perfect for weeknight menus and meatless Monday.
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Cashew Cream Tomato Soup. Vegan.

March 3, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Gluten Free, Soups, Vegan, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations Leave a Comment

Cashew Cream Tomato Soup.

Cashew Cream Tomato Soup.

Oh boy it’s snowing WAIT sleeting again. I’m typing this recipe up on Sunday.  The snow started around 9am and now it’s sleeting. I’m guessing a school delay tomorrow.  This is good because my poor oldest had her wisdom teeth out and is quite swollen.  I’m sure sleeping in will be beneficial.

It’s March… so much for coming in like a lamb…. hopefully it leaves that way because it certainly came in like a lion. I know so many friends training in this weather are so tired of it.  Let’s face it, who isn’t tired of this already?  But it’s March and I’m hopeful for some warm 40 or dare-i-dream 50 degree days.  It looks like 40 degrees this weekend and pray it holds out to be true!   But for now, we dine on soup… mainly to keep us warm and sustained.  This recipe is a bit of a departure from Angela Liddon’s original tomato soup recipe.
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Vegan and gluten free protein blondies.

November 14, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beans, Breakfast, Brunch, Desserts, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Holiday, Holiday Baking Ideas, Running/Races, Snacks, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vitamix, Your Life Edit Foundations 8 Comments

Vegan Gluten Free Blondies

Vegan Gluten Free Blondies | Knead to Cook.

These blondies have been a favorite of my girls for about 3 years.  I normally make them during swim season for a protein-packed snack post swim practice.  Today, I revamped a bit by adding additional protein, thanks to Vega these are even better now and a great protein source from the chickpeas, nut butter and the vegan protein.  My kids have NO idea whats in these and don’t care.  They just devour and I stand back and smile.  I made the batch half and half.  Half with vegan Enjoy Life chocolate chips and half without for my husband who is allergic to cocoa.  They are moist and delicious.  The perfect after-school, after-practice or after-dinner dessert.
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Veggie Burger. Vegan. Gluten Free.

September 30, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: 4th of July/Patriotic, Beans, Gluten Free, Party Foods, Running/Races, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vegetarian, Vitamix, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 2 Comments

Veggie burger. Vegan and gluten free.

Veggie burger. Vegan and gluten free by Knead to Cook.

Veggie burger. Vegan and gluten free.

Yesterday was my husband’s birthday.  This was post 2 days after our anniversary and homecoming. It was a busy weekend.  Because his birthday falls on a Monday, and we went out this weekend for our anniversary, he requested vegan burgers for his special dinner.  Done!  This burger is sturdy and more like it’s meat counterpart.  You can even grill this burger without it falling apart – like many or most vegan burgers.  This one is also packed with fiber and protein.
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Pumpkin Peanut Stew. Vegan. Gluten Free.

September 3, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beans, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, Holiday, Indian-inspired., Nuts, Running/Races, Soups, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vegetarian, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 1 Comment

Pumpkin Peanut Stew. Vegan. Gluten Free.

Pumpkin Peanut Stew. Vegan. Gluten Free by Knead to Cook.

Pumpkin Peanut Stew.  Vegan.  Gluten free.

On a pumpkin kick here in my kitchen.  It’s September… it’s pretty much my ritual.  I made this stew for my husband and I to have all week (vegan and gluten free) in my cooking frenzy yesterday and the day and my ingredient list got ahead of me and I was missing some black beans for a taco recipe I was going to whip up for the rest of the family.  We all ended up enjoying a bowl of this on a stormy night.  Everyone enjoyed it tremendously… I’m convinced you can get any kids to buy in when peanut butter is involved.  It would also be delicious served over toasted quinoa, rice or your favorite pasta as well.
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Creamy pesto sauce/dip. {Vegan} {Gluten Free}

April 30, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Dips, Gluten Free, Party Foods, Pasta, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vitamix, Wheat Free, Your Life Edit Foundations 3 Comments

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My oldest asked for pesto on Monday.  My plan was to make an avocado cream pasta but I quickly adjusted my sails to accommodate.  I’ve felt overly compassionate for her as we are now working on week 3 of a dairy & gluten free diet.  I had just made my cashew cream (to use for my other planned dinner) and wanted to incorporate it into the pesto.  The result, light and creamy.  Totally vegan, no dairy- and as long as you use gluten free pasta (brown rice, quinoa etc.) this dinner was perfect for her and for everyone else in my family.

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