I came across Black Quinoa in the bulk bins at the PCC in Issaquah this morning. I had not noticed it before and took a gamble on it. I picked up 2 cups or around ¾ lb. It wasn't cheap though, I spent over $4.50 on it (eek) and it was $6.08 a lb! I… Continue reading Black Quinoa Pilaf
Month: April 2011
Quinoa and Black Bean Pilaf
Last night's side dish was an easy pilaf, though it could have easily been a main dish. Hearty, filling and delicious! If I were to make this a main dish I would dice up a ripe avocado on top right before serving. Quinoa and Black Bean Pilaf Ingredients: 1 cup organic quinoa 2 cups lower… Continue reading Quinoa and Black Bean Pilaf
Curried Baked Tofu
I paired the baked tofu with a quinoa pilaf and sautéed zucchini for a delicious vegan dinner last night. Curried Baked Tofu Ingredients: 1 lb extra firm water packed tofu ½ cup lower sodium vegetable broth 3 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp lower sodium soy sauce ¼ cup… Continue reading Curried Baked Tofu
Homemade Semi-Sweet Chocolate Sauce
I am tinkering on this, with an easy to make chocolate sauce for using in frappes and in desserts. I like the taste, it is very thin though. Semi-Sweet Chocolate Sauce Ingredients: 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 tsp agave nectar (or honey for non-vegan) 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract… Continue reading Homemade Semi-Sweet Chocolate Sauce