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Quinoa Recipe – Spanish Style by Chef Buck

capture_12092014_142156Would you like a pilaf dish with Spanish flavors, made with quinoa instead of rice?  In this video, chef Buck shows how easy it is to make one.  The technique is simple, saute a mix of chopped vegetables and spices.  Instead of adding previously cooked quinoa, Chef Buck adds uncooked quinoa to his sauteed vegetable mix, and then adds water and lets it simmer.  After it has simmered for about 15 minutes, he lets it cool a little before adding more fresh chopped raw vegetables.  This recipe is delicious!  Try it. Continue reading

Quinoa Pilaf – an Indian Recipe by Aditai

capture_12092014_134051Aditi shows it is easy to cook a delicious and healthy Indian style quinoa dish for either a main dish or a side dish.  The techniques are simple.  Cook the quinoa very similarly to cooking rice.  In a separate pan, saute a mixture of spices and healthy vegetables.  Then add them together, mix and add some seasonings.  This recipe includes a nice mixture of healthy ingredients, and it can be prepared in less than 20 or 30 minutes. Continue reading

Homemade Pasta with Wild Mushroom Tomato Sauce by Roberto Martin with Chloe Coscarelli

capture_11092014_121223Although in this video, Roberto and Chloe make homemade pasta, this wild mushroom – tomato sauce recipe is very good with store bought pasta.  The sauce recipe is made with diced onions, garlic, several types of chopped mushrooms, red wine, chopped tomatoes, dried and fresh spices and herbs.  He uses the liquid remaining after reconstituting dried porcini mushrooms to add a special rich flavor to his sauce.  This is a delicious and healthy meal.  You need to try it. Continue reading

Creamy Broccoli Soup by Andrea

capture_09092014_135259Andrea (The Five Course Kitchen) demonstrates a quick, simple and healthy vegan “creamy” broccoli soup.  The creamy texture is created with blended cashew nuts.  Blended cashews are used by many chefs to make creamy textures and vegan cheese alternatives.  They are really easy to use in this recipe.  And, of course, the broccoli is an extremely healthy vegetable.  Enjoy this soup along with a salad for a delicious and healthy dinner. Continue reading

Spinach and Artichoke Dip by Chloe Choscorelli

capture_05092014_213749This is a great appetizer video recipe demo by Chloe Choscorelli with her friend, Roberto Martin. The recipe contains healthy ingredients and is easy to make.  Both Chloe and Roberto are chefs.  You can see how much fun they have cooking together.

I’ve ordered a similar dish as an appetizer when dining out.  It’s delicious.  Try making it to enjoy with your family and friends. Continue reading

Vegetarian Enchiladas by Hilah Johnson

capture_04092014_113906Cooking with friends is a lot of fun.  In this video, Hilah and her friend, Carlos, prepare Vegetarian Enchiladas together.  This recipe can easily be converted to a vegan recipe by replacing the dairy based components, cream and cheese, with vegan alternatives.  These enchiladas could easily become a regular item on your menus.  Try making them with and for your friends too. Continue reading

Black-Bean and Green-Chili Casserole by Nancy S. Hughes

capture_01092014_082824Nancy Hughes demonstrates a fast (15 minute) and healthy casserole.  It is made with canned black beans, fresh onions and tomatoes, packaged steamed rice, some seasonings and cheese.  This recipe really is fast, easy to make, healthy and delicious. Continue reading

Vegan Tacos by Hilah Johnson

capture_29082014_135837Hilah replaces the meat in traditional tacos with tempeh in this recipe, which requires a simple sauteing of the tempeh with some other fresh vegetables, spices and seasonings.  It’s easy, fast and delicious.  Try it. Continue reading