This Is The End
Rob here for one more post. It’s been a year since we last posted anything, and whilst I’ve been checking emails and replying to comments and tweeting away, as a blog Vegangstaz is no more. Have no fears – I am still alive, I am still vegan, Kylie and I are still together and very much in love. The truth is, Vegangstaz is just the tip of the iceberg of what I …
Veganism Is Inexpensive
It’s time to kill the myth that veganism is expensive. The truth is that being a vegan doesn’t cost much. Veganism is cheap. First, the evidence: According to a 2007 MSN MoneyCentral article, the cheapest cuts of beef, such as ground round, average $3 per pound; boneless chicken breasts cost $3.40 a pound; and canned tuna costs around…
Where Love Can Lead Us
A United States freeway may seem an unlikely place to reflect on love, but each spring, I get that familiar wrenching of the heart that signals to me that I’m witnessing a lack of love. Each spring, my resources of joy are replenished by the sight of the greening earth, lush with grass, garlanded in wildflowers – signs to me of the miraculous beauty of Earth, the inherent goodness of Creation, and the love of my Creator. I feel blessed. I feel loved when nature provides …
Gellin’ with Chia
Chia Seed Gel is featured in Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – one of the recipes being shared with the Vegan Mainstream Cookbook Club this week. I absolutely love chia seeds! I especially appreciate all of the nutrition and health benefits that they provide to my body, and I try to work them into my daily diet wherever and whenever I can. That being said, I have run into an obstacle, or should I say, a slight annoyance when it comes to my enjoying this awesome superfood. Much like their seedy counterpart, the poppy seed, teeny-tiny chia seeds will often get caught in between…
Review: Cheesy Parsnip Spread
Gena at choosingraw.com has developed an brilliant spread/dip. We really enjoy the flavor of parsnips and are often disappointed when mixed in a soup, the parsnip flavor is lost. This recipe for a cheesy parsnip spread offers that salty, cheesy flavor that vegans are used to and yet the lovely sweetness of the parsnips still comes through. This spread is fantastic and is not so high in calories …
Chocolate Cake with Mocha Ganache and Frosting
Not much to say here other than this is a wonderfully moist chocolate cake with layers of rich ganache and topped with frosting. I am eating the last piece right now as I blog. INGREDIENTSCake- 227g cake flour- 65g cocoa- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda- 3/4 tsp baking powder- 1/2 tsp salt- 1 1/4 cup chocolate soy milk- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar- 1/4 cup water- 1 1/4 cup sugar- 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp canola oil- 2 tsp vanillaMocha Ganache- 1/2 cup light coconut milk- 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder- 185g bittersweet vegan chocolate chips- 2 tbsp margarineFrosting- 300g bittersweet vegan chocolate chips- 200g margarine (or a margarine/vegetable shortening mix)- 150g icing sugar- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla- 1/4 to 1/2 cup soy milkMETHODCakePreheat oven to 350 degrees, or 325 convection1. Grease two 8 inch round cake pans. Cut out two circles of parchment paper to fit …
Royal Society for the Promotion of Cruelty to Animals
The RSPCA killed 16,405 animals in the 12 months from 1 July 2011, just in New South Wales. Of these, 3013 dogs and who knows how many other animals (the stats are surprisingly sparse) were killed for “behavioural reasons”. This may be where a puppy for example has suffered abuse and is very anxious as a result, or maybe the dog just doesn’t like his human captors. Either way this is speciesist because humans with mental health issues are no longer executed. And while they say the animals were instead “euthanased”, they weren’t because that requires consent.RSPCA NSW Annual Report 2011-2012But the RSPCA doesn’t just kill animals under its care, it actively endorses the killing of other animals even without any physical or mental health issues. That’s right…
This Purim, Meet the New Esther, a Savior — for Our Times and Her Species
The Jewish holiday of Purim is about to make its annual appearance, as it has for the last two millenia or so. But this year, it will assume special significance. For Jews who need a quick refresher, and for non-Jewish readers of this blog, here is the story of Purim, CliffsNotes style. A Persian prime minister orders the extermination of all the Jews in the kingdom. Esther, one of the king’s wives, uses her feminine charms to…
The Farmer’s Garden
Here is an interesting site called The Farmer’s Garden that allows people who grow their own vegetables and fruits to find buyers and for people looking for produce to find sellers. It is a very interesting idea and I look forward to seeing how it grows (well, pun sort of intended). Here is a description from their site that gives information about who they are and what they do:This site was developed so that everyone can become a locavore and have access to local, sustainably grown, fresh produce. It is also a great way to meet and support members of your community. Many backyard gardeners grow varieties of fruits, vegetables, berries, etc. not found in your local supermarket. Try new types of …
CRISPY MARINATED TOFU WITH APPLES & ONION IN CREAMY WHITE WINE SAUCE
Yesterday I was trying to use up some local apples that we’ve had stored. With some of them, I made this easy apple cake (minus the chocolate drizzle) for tea with a friend yesterday, but I really want to use up these lovely cooking apples before they go bad. So, I devised this quick and easy tofu saute to serve with a salad and some roasted nugget potatoes. Thumbs up on this one!NOTE: If you don’t want to use the tofu, you can substitute about 2 cups of reconstituted Soy Curls (see about this product here) or thin seitan …
Gardein Fishless Fillets
Have you tried the new Gardein Fishless Fillets yet? The outside is crispy and the inside is flaky. Just what you would expect in a real fish fillet. I just served them with vegan tartar sauce and fries on the side. These would be excellent as a sandwich. Our local grocery store started carrying Gardein products recently. But I was very surprised to find the Fishless Fillets since they are new. I also picked up the Meatless Meatloaf Loaf. I will be trying that soon.
Raw Vegan Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake
Many people mistakenly believe that a vegan diet and especially a raw vegan diet, is boring. Well that is until they are introduced to raw vegan desserts. Not only are raw vegan desserts way more nutrient rich than traditional desserts… they are so delicious and decadent tasting your non vegan friends won’t even be concerned with the lack of dairy products and refined sugars. This delicious rawspberry lemon…
Black Bean Soup
Despite the occasional 50-degree day, Connecticut’s gotten a lot of snow this winter. After a cold day at work and a two-mile trudge home through the snow and ice, there’s nothing that makes me happier than coming home to a hot bowl of soup. Black bean soup is healthy, hearty fare that’s sure to warm you up from the inside out.This recipe is extremely simple, but it does take time. Simmering dried black beans right in the stock is key to this soup’s full-bodied flavor. I’ve tried all kinds of shortcuts, but black bean soup thrown together in half an hour with canned beans…
Teaching Tuesday: Mushrooms (The Different Types & Recipe Ideas!)
This week’s Teaching Tuesday subject is one fun-gi. No, it’s not Scott! I’m talking about mushrooms!There are many varieties of mushrooms used in the culinary world, so to keep things simple, this post is dedicated to the ones found in HH recipes.White: These are most common kind of mushrooms used in cooking. They have a mild, earthy flavor and can be consumed raw or cooked. Use white mushrooms when making Thanksgiving Gravy (HHC), Spicy Mushroom Stir-Fry (EHH), Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms (HHA), Cajun Stuffed Mushrooms (HHA), and Peppered Mushroom…
It’s my birthday but the gifts are for you!
It’s my birthday (well, actually my birthday is on Sunday) but the gifts are for you in my birthday give away! I love that you take time out of your day to read Delicious Everyday, it means so much to me, and I just love reading your comments and emails. So, in some small way of showing my thanks, I have arranged some wonderful sponsors to offer some fantastic prizes for you. So…
Budget Day: Time to Tax Meat?
We’ve heard much talk in recent months about a proposed tax on sugar in order to help combat Britain’s obesity epidemic. But when it comes to unhealthy, disease-causing foods that drive up health-care costs, there’s another obvious culprit – meat and other animal products. Just in time for the Chancellor’s budget speech, PETA President Ingrid E Newkirk has come up with a practical, money-saving suggestion that would score highly on both the …
New York Times Debate on Carriage Horses
The New York Times Room for Bebate examined the issue of carriage horses in New York City in light of Mayor de Blasio’s pledge to ban them. The abolitionist perspective was represented. You can read the debate in it’s entirety here. Gary L. Francione Professor, Rutgers University The post New York Times Debate on Carriage Horses appeared first on Animal Rights: The Abolitionist Approach. Related posts: The New York City Bar Association Sets a Low Bar for Balance Animal Care and Control: The Sad Failure of New York City’s Municipal Shelter System Debate
The Reality Behind the Numbers of Slaughtered Wolves due to Sleazy US Hunters & the Idiot Government: The destruction of a very legitimate family
I’m going to start this off with the key paragraph. Then, read on below for the full text which is found at https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=741853469180403&set=a.647038091995275.1073741825.100000672696182&type=1 THE VERY REAL COSTS OF THE SELFISH WOLF HUNTING POLITICS OF THE CORRUPT US. Listing the results of wolf hunts as totals or quotas ignores an essential truth: the death of
Getting Creative with Betsy DiJulio and The Blooming Platter on the Vegan Mainstream Cookbook Club
Getting creative in the kitchen is one of the most exciting things about being vegan. Often cooks who were not very adventurous in their pre-vegan days find themselves trying, and loving, all kinds of new ingredients and techniques, and falling in love with food all over again. Betsy DiJulio’s The Blooming Platter Cookbook, which is being featured this week on the Vegan Mainstream Cookbook Club, is one of those cookbooks to help vegan cooks get their creative juices flowing. Organized by meal type, and by season, this book includes 175 innovative recipes, which are a combination of vegan versions of regional …
Cranberry Scones with Lemon Glaze
Beneath their crunchy exteriors, these cranberry scones are soft and buttery, complemented by a tart, sweet lemon drizzle. Is anyone else in total spring mode right now? I know it’s more than a little preemptive, but lately all I want to do is drink green smoothies and wear t-shirts …
Meatloaf Bites, Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry, Quick Thai Soup & More!
Get ready to spend even less time cooking for the week because this week’s meal plan has the shortest AND fastest prep time ever! In addition to an easy, breezy prep, your tastebuds will be doing a happy dance after enjoying new recipes like the Meatloaf Bites (NEW!), Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry (NEW!), Quick Thai Soup (NEW!), and much MORE!Chickpea Sweet Potato CurryIndividual HighlightsVegetable Hash (NEW!) 5-Ingredient TacosMeatloaf Sandwich (NEW!)Veggie Split Pea Soup (NEW!)Mexican Potato Rancheros BreakfastMeatloaf Bites (NEW!)Veggie Pot PieChickpea & Sweet Potato Curry (NEW!)Quinoa TabboulehQuick Thai…
