2016 is The Year of the Pulse. The United Nations General Assembly has declared it a year to focus on raising awareness of the health benefits of pulses and their importance to sustainable agriculture. So what exactly is a pulse? Pulses are a sub-category of … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Split Pea Soup
Split Pea Soup is perfect January food: it's warm, filling, healthy and frugal. There are two varieties of split peas: green and yellow. This recipe uses the yellow ones - they have a slightly milder taste than the green peas and a lovely texture when they are cooked. … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: 52 Meatless Meals for the New Year
It's that time of year. Time for resolutions and new starts. If improving your health, saving money, and helping the environment are on your list of 2016 to-dos, then this list of Fifty-Two Meatless Meals (one for each Monday of the year!) will help. I've got some … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Pear and Parsnip Soup
If you are trying to eat seasonally and live anywhere near the east coast of North America, there's a good chance you might be getting a bit tired of carrots and cabbage (or at least that day is clearly visible on the horizon). Pear and Parsnip Soup is what you need. This classic … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Chickpea Sandwich Spread with Avocado Chili Lime Mayo
You're tired of the same old same old. You need something new. You want to try more meatless meals, but it's pretty hard to miss with ham and swiss. It's time to give this Chickpea Sandwich Spread a go. Only six ingredients (excluding salt and pepper) and you're on your way. … [Read more...]