Archive for the ‘French’ Category

Strawberry Smash Frosting

Posted on January 28th, 2010 by by jade

This is one of my favorite vegan dessert frostings not only because its so easy to make, but also because it tastes so fresh and the flavor of the strawberries really pops.  I love to use it for cupcakes and sugar cookies, but this frosting works well for a vegan cake as a drizzle topping, [...]

Vegan Broccoli Quiche

Posted on January 7th, 2010 by by jade

Lately, I’ve been craving quiche.  I loved the stuff before I chose to give up all the animal products and I never could wrap my brain around using tofu to create something like an egg.  However, for all of you skeptics out there, this recipe is THE BOMB.  I’ve played with it just enough to [...]

Vegan Pie Crust

Posted on January 5th, 2010 by by jade

This is just about as easy as 1-2-3.  A simple pie crust for all of your quiche and homemade pie needs.  You can also use it for dessert empanadas!
1 1/2  cups AP flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup cold vegan butter
1 T cold water
Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl and add the [...]

Jade’s Vegan Mushroom Paté

Posted on December 25th, 2009 by by jade

Recently, I went to an amazing vegan/veggie restaurant in Amsterdam, in the historic Jordaan district called De Bolhoed.  One of the most highly recommended items on the menu was their mushroom paté, which I had to order out of curiosity.  Today, I attempted to make my own version of this delicious savoury starter and it [...]

Vegan British Red Onion Gravy

Posted on December 18th, 2009 by by jade

I live in England several months out of the year and for a country that isn’t exactly known for their brilliant cuisine, there are a few things they definitely deserve awards for.  For starters, Yorkshire puddings, sausage and mash, and Sunday roast, just to name a few.  All of which, I have found vegan recipes [...]

Vegan Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Posted on December 17th, 2009 by by jade

This is a re-make of my grandma’s original tomato basil soup recipe, but I’ve made a few changes here and there to make it both easier and healthier.  If she were still with us today, I think she’d be really proud of it!  Best served with a grilled cheese sandwich and a warm cup of [...]

Vegan Watermelon Sorbet

Posted on August 27th, 2009 by by jade

So, I’m from Texas originally, and down south, there is nothing better than a hot day with a big ole slice of watermelon.  Well, that and a huge cup of ice water.  So lets blend the two and freeze them for a while and see what we come up with, shall we?
What you need:
1 Cup [...]

Vegan French Onion Soup

Posted on August 7th, 2009 by by jade

Usually, French Onion Soup is made with a load of butter and beef stock, but that doesn’t mean that vegans don’t get to enjoy this timeless classic!  Here’s an easy vegan french onion soup recipe to keep you warm on those rainy days.
What you need:
3 T vegan butter
4 large white onions, very thinly sliced into [...]

Red Onion Marmalade

Posted on July 22nd, 2009 by by jade

 Until I came to the UK, I had never heard of such a thing as red onion marmalade.  And honestly, when I was offered it as a topping for my vegan sausage sandwich, I asked for it on the side because I was afraid it might taste a bit…uh…like crap.   However, I’m thankful I tried [...]

Vegan Bourguignon

Posted on July 21st, 2009 by by jade

Last night, I had something similar to this recipe at a pub in North Yorkshire.  It inspired me to come up with a recipe that was similar, but BETTER, cuz we all know how I love a good challenge.  So here you have it.  Celebrate your inner-Frenchness and enjoy on a cold, rainy day!
 
What you [...]