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Showing posts with label casserole. Show all posts
Showing posts with label casserole. Show all posts

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Alfredo Stopped by for Dinner this Evening


Yesterday, mom had a taste for some white veggie lasagna and Greek salad. We bought the fixin's this afternoon, and I later set my Veganishta magic into action. I had to make another, marinara with cheese stuff version, lasagna for the hubby, however.

I took my time and captured some shots of the birthing process. I'll post a couple here. My creations are always a work in process, as I now know after this evening what to add a little more of or a little less of, but nonetheless, it was still delicious. Alfredo had a great time too.

I used some frozen and some fresh veggies: zucchini, carrots, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, spinach, and peas. I made my white sauce (the one that I usually add the cheddar vegan cheese to for mac and cheese) and added a bit of Italian Seasonings. Of course I sauteed the onion and two large cloves of garlic in some olive oil beforehand. I spread some olive oil on the bottom and sides of the glass baking dish (just a very thin layer), added some sauce, then sprinkled a couple of small handfuls of grits—yes, grits, on top of that. My way of keeping foods and sauces from sticking works really well, and you can end up with a flavorful polenta on the bottom of the masterpiece to enjoy! It works better than corn meal, which just turns hard and burns.

While typing this posting, I just realized I forgot to add the mushrooms. Geesh! Next time for sure I will add some of my gourmet mushrooms (from Costco–in a large container and freeze dried).

Salivate if you must. I know my tummy's about to bust.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Here is a sweet potato casserole recipe I created several weeks ago. All sliced in food processor--sweet potatoes, green and red bell peppers, onions, green and yellow zucchini. Add parsley, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and some brown sugar or agave nectar to taste enough for a slightly sweet but tangy flavor. Bake in oven 30 minutes. Salt and pepper, of course, and I don't remember what else, but will officially type this into a recipe form in the days to come. Enjoy!