Blog Archives - HAPPY VEG

Slow cooker Chickpea & Potato Chili

5/30/2016

I never allow my slow cooker to hibernate. During the summer months I prefer to use it more often as it doesn't let off much heat into its surroundings quite like the oven. In Windsor, we can climb up over 100 F with the humidity and trying to bake, roast, or broil anything is equivalent to torture. Even boiling water on the stove top is a sweaty chore. Slow cooking is where it's at!

This recipe is great because the chili is not very spicy so there's less sweating involved when it's scorching out. Spicy or not, I love a bowl of chili anytime. Lunch or dinner!

Chickpeas and potatoes are so hearty and comforting and really make a good filling for this dish. What's also great is it can be refrigerated and reheated as well as frozen for future meals. Make a big ol' batch and freeze away!

Head on over to the RECIPES tab :)

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5/29/2016

Next Week's Menu :)

5/28/2016

Roasted Corn Salad

Corn roasted in the husk retains much of its crispy sweetness which is perfect for a salad! This fresh salad includes avocado, tomato, and red onions all tossed in fresh lime and EVOO. This salad screams summer so get yourself some fresh corn and lets get cooking!

Fresh Veggie Lasagne with White Bean Puree

I love lasagne. It's a dish that can be adapted to any style of cooking or any set of ingredients and turn out famously. In this case we've got layers of zucchini, eggplant, and a creamy white bean puree that is just delicious. Let's enjoy something hot from the oven together before we shut our ovens down for the summer!

Chickpea & Potato Chili

I love chickpeas because they are so versatile. They pair so nicely with everything thanks to their muted flavour. They are just delicious in a nice, mild chili. This chili is simple and delicious and hearty thanks to the chickpea / potato mix. Nothing hugs your insides quite like a tasty bowl of chili.

Trio Tomato Salad with Parsley Vinaigrette

5/27/2016

This salad is perfect as the temperature rises. It's fresh, delicious, and so refreshing. I love working with medley tomatoes because they are not only gorgeous but each tomato brings a little something different to the salad. I love the juiciness of the yellow tomatoes, the crisp of the grape tomatoes, and overall colour contributions of all the tomatoes.

I whipped up a simple vinaigrette in the food processor that is so easy to prepare and extremely delicious. Toss in some feta for a little saltiness and contrast to the freshness of the salad as a whole and it's magic in your mouth! Head on over to the RECIPES tab for my last recipe for the week!

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**Make sure to check out my article on working with fresh parsley as well!
**http://happyveggie.weebly.com/kitchen--veg-tips/working-with-fresh-parsley

Tomato Veg Soup with Black Eyed Peas

5/25/2016

Hearty, rich, and flavourful; all words I'd use to describe this delicious soup. This hearty vegetable soup has everything you want in a vegetable soup and more. Loads of fresh, delicious vegetables floating around in a rich, tomatoey broth. The black eyed peas are so tender and tasty and bring the perfect texture to every bowl.

*** When using dried beans you must ensure the appropriate amount of time for soaking. I always suggest trying to get them soaked the night prior but in the morning before work is fine as well.

*** You can substitute canned beans in place of the dried but keep in mind the cook time on the soup will be significantly less than what I've reported. Also, they should be added closer to middle / end of cooking to keep them from turning to mush.

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5/24/2016

Chili Corn stuffed Bell Peppers

5/23/2016

Having a bag of tortilla chips nearby will definitely come in hand with this dish! I absolutely love roasted peppers and in this case I've stuffed them with a cheesy, chili style corn that is perfect for being scooped with tortilla chips.

Head on over to the RECIPES tab!

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Here's the next menu!

5/21/2016

Chili Corn Stuffed Bell Peppers

Peppers can literally hold up to being stuffed with anything. They're nutritious and so delicious. I've stuffed them with a cheesy chili spiced corn and baked them under a layer of delicious cheese. Get the tortilla chips ready for this dish!

Tomato Vegetable Soup with Black Eyed Peas

This soup is so delicious and simple. Black eyed peas are so tender and delicious and provide a great deal of protein. Loads of fresh vegetables including zucchini and spinach, this soup is a nutritional superstar!

Trio Tomato Salad with a Parsley Vinaigrette

Medley tomatoes not only look beautiful but they taste fabulous as well. I've whipped up a super simple vinaigrette that includes lots of fresh parsley and basil to really kick up the flavours in this salad. Feta provides just the right amount of salt and creaminess to balance everything out. It`s delicious!

I expect to see y`all next week for dinner!

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Gorgeous Roasted Veggies

5/20/2016

Sometimes the simplest of dishes are the most satisfying. In this case, a baking sheet filled with a colourful assortment of roasted vegetables is all that's needed to get our tummies grumbling. There's really no comparison to the smell of roasting vegetables, particularly corn. I absolutely love the smell of roasted corn, it's so hunger inducing.

What I especially love about this sheet of veg is that it's a one stop shop dish. Everything can be cooked and served from one dish keeping cleanup to a minimum. Get your ovens preheated, head to the RECIPES tab, and get your veg on!

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New Post - KITCHEN & VEG TIPS

5/19/2016

Head on over to the KITCHEN AND VEG TIPS section to see my pointers on working with fresh parsley!

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