Sweet new header, huh? Check out how dirty (read: hardcore) I am! Check out how I eat anything I want after long runs! (I'm sitting on the floor because I'm dirty.) I just got back from running the fourth and final 20 miler of my training, and the trail was all muddy. That didn't affect…
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"TVP Taco" sort of sounds like something that should be illegal, like the new hot drug or assault weapon. But have no fear; TVP stands for "textured vegetable protein," and as far as I know it's never resulted in any possession charges. What should be illegal is Gimme Lean Ground Beef Style, the slimy meat…
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My original intention was to get this post up in time for some of you to actually make these for Cinco de Mayo (for the hispanically challenged among you, that means "fifth of May," not "bring out the Hellman's"). But my previous post on why health food is unhealthy got a lot of comments, so…
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Finally, the one I've been hyping up all week! And the hype must have worked, since at least one person I know soaked her black beans last night in anticipation of this recipe's posting, only to lose her (pirated) internet connection shortly thereafter. Looks like someone will be eating black bean burgers again, unless I'm…
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I mentioned yesterday that I was afraid to try Boca Burgers. When I think of Boca Burgers, or frozen veggie burgers in general, here is what I imagine. Start with a bunch of vegetables, especially carrots, add a few grains or breadcrumbs, then puree until it's essentially baby food. Finally, pour it into a puck-shaped…
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We made this one for lunch yesterday, another winner from Fine Cooking. It seems that vegetarians eat a lot of beans, and for good reason because in addition to being the musical fruit, they are a quality source of both protein and carbohydrates. There are plenty of other good ingredients in this recipe. Lime juice…
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