Ginger-Dusted Pumpkin
A rich and elegant alternative to pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving or anytime the mood strikes. Tofu cream cheese is available in well-stocked supermarkets and natural food stores. If unavailable, use regular tofu – just be sure squeeze out the excess liquid. For a final flourish, top each slice with a dollop of vegan whipped cream. […]
Stuffed Winter Squash
Look for the delicious kabocha squash, also called Hokkaido pumpkin in Asian markets or well-stocked supermarkets. It has a deep green skin and blushing orange flesh that is sweeter than any other squash I’ve tasted. If unavailable, a buttercup squash is a good substitute. 1 kabocha squash or other winter squash, halved and seeded Salt […]
Roasted Asparagus
Roasted asparagus couldn’t be easier — or more delicious. This recipe is adapted from 1,000 Vegan Recipes © 2009 by Robin Robertson. 1 pound asparagus, trimmed Olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange the asparagus spears in a single layer on a lightly oiled baking sheet. […]
Triple Cranberry Relish
Three layers of flavor from fresh and dried cranberries simmered in cranberry juice, combine to form a lively alternative to cranberry sauce. Serve at room temperature or chilled. For a special presentation (and added flavor), spoon the relish into hollowed out orange or tangerine shells for serving. This recipe is from 1,000 Vegan Recipes © […]
Rum-Spiked Sweet Potatoes with Pomegranate Pecans
These totally tricked-out sweet potatoes, fragrant with rum and crunchy pecans, make a great addition to the Thanksgiving table. This recipe is from 1,000 Vegan Recipes © 2009 by Robin Robertson. 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices Salt ½ cup raw pecan halves or pieces 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses 2 tablespoons […]
Madeira Sauce
This recipe is from 1,000 Vegan Recipes © 2009 by Robin Robertson. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium shallot, minced 1 cup Madeira 2 cups vegetable broth 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch 3 […]
Seitan en Croute
Inspired by the pastry-wrapped concept of beef Wellington, seitan slices and a flavorful mushroom stuffing are wrapped in pastry as individual parcels and baked to a golden brown. For a show-stopping presentation, this should be served plated. To do so, place each baked pastry-wrapped seitan on a dinner plate against a mound of mashed potatoes […]
Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes– A Feast by Robin Robertson
Vegan.com is pleased to bring you a scrumptious vegan Thanksgiving feast from Robin Robertson, one of America’s bestselling vegetarian cookbook authors. Robin has sold well over 100,000 vegan cookbooks, and her creations are consistently fantastic. Here’s a collection of holiday recipes you can be proud to serve to your family. Robin’s Introduction: My Thanksgiving menu […]
Rachel Maddow Interviews Rick Berman
I’ve got huge respect for Rachel Maddow, who has got to be one of the best interviewers in the business. Last night she had on Rick Berman of the Center for Consumer Freedom. The resultant interview was one of the most illuminating pieces of television I’ve seen all year. Maddow came in ridiculously well prepared […]