ARRIBITTA (HOT VEGETARIAN SPAGHETTI)

ARRIBITTA (HOT VEGETARIAN SPAGHETTI) .....a great vegetarian recipe to try ! Nice one !
INGREDIENTS

• 2 banana peppers, chopped
• 3 to 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 can black olives, chopped
• 4 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 can tomatoes with juice
• 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS
Put above in a pot and simmer to a boil. Serve over hot spaghetti noodles, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.Excellent with garlic bread, a crisp green salad and a dry white wine. This nice vegetarian recipe is ready to serve....enjoy it !

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VEGETARIAN VEGETABLE BEAN & CHEESE CASSEROLE

VEGETARIAN VEGETABLE BEAN & CHEESE CASSEROLE ...try this great vegetarian recipe...nice !

INGREDIENTS

• 4 oz. uncooked cracked wheat (bulger), get at health food store
• 1 3/4 c. boiling water
• 2 packets instant vegetable broth & seasoning mix
• 2 tsp. vegetable oil
• 1/2 c. each diced red bell pepper & sliced scallions (green onions)
• 2 sm. garlic cloves, minced
• 9 oz. pkg. (2 c.) frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
• 8 oz. rinsed, drained, cooked chick peas (garbanzos)
• 2 c. canned Italian tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. tahini (sesame paste) (oil may be substituted)
• 2 oz. shredded Muenster cheese
• Garnish (2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley)

INSTRUCTIONS
In medium mixing bowl combine cracked wheat, water and broth mix; set aside.
In a 9" non-stick skillet heat oil; add bell pepper, scallions and garlic and cook over medium high heat until tender crisp, about 1 minute. Add artichokes and chick peas and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and tahini and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and let simmer until flavors blend, about 8 minutes.
To serve, stir cracked wheat mixture and arrange on serving platter; top with artichoke mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and garnish with parsley.
A GREAT vegetarian recipe. The vegetable bean & cheese are ready to serve...enjoy it !

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VEGETARIAN TOSTADAS WITH AVOCADO AND CHEESE

VEGETARIAN TOSTADAS WITH AVOCADO AND CHEESE ...a nice vegetarian recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS

• 4 flour tortillas (6 to 7 inches in diameter)
• 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp. red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 c. finely shredded lettuce
• 1/4 c. diced ripe tomato
• 2 tsp. minced seeded fresh jalapeno or other green chile pepper
• 1/4 c. canned vegetarian-style refried beans
• 6 tbsp. mashed ripe avocado
• 1/4 c. crumbled reduced-fat goat cheese or feta or shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Cheddar
• 6 pitted jumbo olives, thinly sliced
• 4 thin slices sweet onion, separated into rings

INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush the tortillas lightly on both sides with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake until crisp and golden, 6 to 8 minutes.

In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon oil with the vinegar, salt, black pepper and 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon water.
Whisk or beat with a fork until well blended.
In a medium bowl, toss the lettuce, tomato and jalapeno pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss.
Spread 1 tablespoon of the refried beans over each tortilla. Spread 2 tablespoons of the mashed avocado over the beans on each tostada. Top with the salad and garnish with the cheese, olive slices and onion rings. The vegetarian recipe is ready to serve. Enjoy the tostadas ! Nice !

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VEGETARIAN SAUSAGE

VEGETARIAN SAUSAGE ...a great vegetarian recipe to try ! Nice !

INGREDIENTS

• 1 c. textured vegetables protein, available in health food stores or vegetarian section of store
• 1 tsp. thyme
• 1 tsp. sage
• 1 tsp. turmeric
• 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 c. boiling water
• 1/4 c. whole wheat flour
• 2 eggs
• Oil

INSTRUCTIONS
Mix together protein and spices. Pour boiling water over the mixture and allow stand about 5 minutes, until water is absorbed. Stir in flour and eggs. Heat the oil over medium heat in skillet. Shape the mixture into small pieces and brown on both sides. 12 patties. The vegetarian recipe of sausage is ready to serve...enjoy the meal !

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VEGETARIAN SAUCE WITH WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA

VEGETARIAN SAUCE WITH WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA ...an amazing vegetarian recipe...try ot !

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 6 green onions, with tops, chopped
• 1 lg. red or white onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
• 2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
• 2 med. red, green or yellow bell peppers, chopped
• 1 (16 oz.) can vegetarian beans or 1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans
• 1 c. water
• 1/2 c. dry red wine (optional)
• 1/4 c. minced fresh parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil or 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 12 oz. whole-wheat pasta
• 4 oz. part-skim Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Serves 6. 1 1/2 c. per serving.

INSTRUCTIONS
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
Add onions and garlic and saute until onions are soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, except pasta and cheese, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 1 hour,
stirring frequently. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt. Rinse and drain. Serve sauce over hot pasta. Sprinkle with 1 to 2 tablespoons shredded cheese per serving. The vegetarian recipe is ready to serve....great taste !

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VEGETARIAN BURGER LOAF

VEGETARIAN BURGER LOAF ..a nice vegetarian recipe...try this one !

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 c. butter
• 1/2 c. chopped onion
• 1/2 c. chopped celery
• 2 tbsp. chopped green pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 can vegetarian burger (20 oz.)
• 2 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1/2 c. finely chopped pecans
• 1/2 c. finely chopped cashews
• 1/4 c. fine dry bread crumbs
• 1/4 tsp. thyme
• 1/4 tsp. nutmeg

INSTRUCTIONS
Melt butter in skillet. Add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic.
Cover and cook at medium heat until vegetables are tender but not brown. Combine cooked vegetable mixture with remaining ingredients.
Mix by hand or mixer until well blended.
Pour mixture into greased loaf pan (8 x 4 x 2 1/2 inches) or into a greased baking pan (8 x 8 x 2 inches). Bake at 375 degrees for 40-50 minutes. Allow loaf to cool 5 minutes for easier slicing. May be served with mushroom or tomato sauce. The vegetarian recipe is ready to serves 6 great persons....enjoy !
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VEGETARIAN BEANS AND RICE

VEGETARIAN BEANS AND RICE RECIPE ...a nice vegetarian recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS

• 4 tbsp. olive oil
• 12 slices Morningstar Farms breakfast strips, cut into thin strips
• 1/4 c. Bacos
• 1 c. onion, chopped
• 1 c. chopped green peppers
• 1 c. sliced celery
• 1 lg. clove garlic, minced
• 2 c. crushed tomatoes
• 4 pkgs. golden George Washington broth
• 1 tbsp. vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 tsp. hot sauce
• 1 tsp. crushed thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 c. long grain rice
• 1 (19 oz.) can cannellini beans

INSTRUCTIONS
Saute breakfast strips in oil, add Bacos, saute for 3 minutes. Add rice, onion, green pepper, celery, garlic. Saute 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, thyme, bay leaves, rice.
Stir golden George Washington broth into 2 cups water. Add to rice mixture. Cook on medium high, covered for 15 minutes. Remove bay leaves, add beans. Cover and cook 5 minutes longer. The vegetarian recipe is ready to serve....! Enjoy !
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