Gnocchi with Mushrooms, Squash, & Sauce by Thomas Keller

capture_28082014_135629Famous Chef Thomas Keller prepares a delicious vegetarian pasta dish.  This is a good makeover candidate to lower the fat content and replace some ingredients to make it a vegan recipe with easily obtained and delicious vegetables. Continue reading

Ratatouille Casserole by Bruno Albouze

z capture_27082014_102415Bruno Albouse says his recipes are the REAL DEAL.  His version of a Ratatouille is definitely the REAL DEAL.  His technique of placing the vegetables in a circular pattern makes his dish very visually appealing as well as delicious. Continue reading

Fajita Quesadillas by Roberto Martin

capture_26082014_120447In addition to demonstrating a delicious vegan fajita quesadillas recipe, Chef Roberto Martin shows a good technique for decorating a finished dish using a simple plastic storage bag.   He has wonderful knife skills.  I particularly the way he slices green onions.  I’m going to try to incorporate his techniques as I prepare this recipe for my friends. Continue reading

Cream Of Mushroom Soup by Amanda Cerny

capture_25082014_132018_cropAmanda Cerny likes mushrooms and coconut milk.  She includes them as key ingredients as she creates a vegan cream of mushroom soup.

The mushrooms are healthy and are a strong anti-cancer ingredient.  However, Amanda’s soup contains coconut milk, which has been shown to have artery clogging characteristics.  This recipe is a good candidate for a makeover — where the coconut milk is replaced with almond or soy milk.  We’ll have to try it. Continue reading

Michael Greger, MD

Nutrition and Medical Expert

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capture_28092014_105136“Dr. Greger is a physician, author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues.  A founding member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. Currently he serves as the Director of Public Health and Animal Agriculture at the Humane Society of the United States. Dr. Greger is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine.” Continue reading

Rainbow Coleslaw with FullyRaw Mayonnaise by Kristina

capture_23082014_175305Kristina demonstrates a colorful and flavorful recipe for coleslaw.  Instead of using a commercial dressing, she prepares her own.  Her dressing is fresh, flavorful, and low calorie.  It is made with fresh fruits and does not contain eggs, oil or other animal products.  This dressing recipe can be used with other recipes in addition to this coleslaw. Continue reading

Stuffed Veggie Peppers by Sorted Food

capture_22082014_200912Here is another vegetarian classic, stuffed peppers as interpreted by Sorted Food.  This recipe features red peppers, balsamic rice, sun blushed tomatoes, olives, red onions, mozzarella cheese, spices and herbs. Continue reading

Stuffed Poblano Peppers by Danielle Ciminero

capture_23082014_171820This is a healthy recipe that can be used as an appetizer or an entree for brunch, lunch or dinner.  It includes several vegetables and quinoa in a poblano pepper.  It’s easy to make and can be combined with a nice salad or salsa for a delicious meal. Continue reading