Half-Assed Vegetarian

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10008146115806442442011-11-30T07:20:50.439-08:00Half-Assed VegetarianMostly Vegetarian, always Funny.justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.comBlogger561100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-39925598049694332662010-09-11T16:50:00.000-07:002010-09-11T17:03:42.614-07:00The Changing of the Crops

A shift in crops at the Farmers' Market is a sure sign fall is upon us. Here are some favorites that I found at the market today.I'm about to change out my garden as well, which is something I've never done in the fall. So far I have chard, collards, lettuce and beets in the line up. What else do you like to grow in the fall?

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-46597132970563577802010-08-04T12:45:00.000-07:002010-08-04T15:39:15.179-07:00Tips on how to get better pictures of your food

The first tip is obvious, but it's important enough to repeat: use natural lighting whenever possible. If that means taking your dinner outside to take its picture before you eat it, then do it. If you'd like to shoot a dish at a restaurant, request a table near a window. Try your darndest not to use the automatic flash on the front of your camera. This creates harsh, unflattering light for

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-57572943698511510632010-07-18T15:53:00.000-07:002010-07-19T12:22:19.150-07:00Spend your money on beer, not salsa!

I know this isn't a picture of salsa, I just wanted to use it because my cat is up to no good in the background. Anyway, on with the salsa!A friend of mine (Shout out to APB!) handed down this easy salsa recipe years ago, and I haven't bought salsa since. Okay, that's a lie. But I only rarely buy it.Here's What You're Gonna Need:(all measurements are "about...")1 big clove of garlic, smashed1

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-17444880701880408182010-07-12T10:27:00.000-07:002010-07-12T10:42:16.708-07:00Great Grains deserve Great Dressing

For an easy dressing for farro, quinoa, or barley salad, whisk together the following:1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 Tbs dijon mustard1/4-1/2 tsp salta few grinds of pepperPair this dressing with any cold or room temperature grain (already cooked) for a great side or even a main course. This salad also packs well for picnics. I tossed the dressing with quinoa, green

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-79404827950581934422010-06-22T09:08:00.000-07:002010-06-22T09:16:35.025-07:00Speaking of caterpillars...

Look what I found munching on my tomato plant!It is, of course, now in a container on my counter where, for the past five days, it has been fed a steady diet of tomato branches mostly because I am fascinated by how much the thing can eat--and how quickly it goes to town on those leaves. As a result of his steady gorging, Mr. Hookworm is ginormous. I almost fear for my cat.Shall we name him?

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-70489471295692115132010-06-03T14:59:00.000-07:002010-06-03T15:03:57.790-07:00The far reaching effects of half-assed vegetarianism on my children

My three-year-old made this at preschool:AWESOME.

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-60458550948358570432010-05-22T18:11:00.000-07:002010-05-23T17:55:09.914-07:00Strawberries on the rocks-with cucumber this time.

Seeing as how I declared it Strawberry Month at Half-Assed Vegetarian, you'd think I'd have posted more strawberry related recipes by now--but no. This 5% because I'm lazy and 95% because I keep drinking all of the strawberries before I can make non-alcoholic things with them. I've gone picking twice and baked once (and it was a no-bake pie). You do the math.Here's a recipe for another

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-86229274911464743552010-05-14T05:02:00.000-07:002010-05-15T13:24:29.516-07:00No Bake Strawberry Pie (aka Eat It With Your Face Strawberry Pie)

Here's What You're Gonna Need:3/4 cup sugar1 Tbs corn starch2 TBS lemon juice1 1/2 cups water3 oz package of strawberry Jello1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced (you really can't use frozen here-it'll fall apart)1 baked pie crust (9 in deep or 10 in regular)And Here's What You're Gonna Do:Combine sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-27477577620349640102010-05-06T19:05:00.000-07:002010-05-06T07:39:44.807-07:00Strawberries...on the rocks.

First things first. May is strawberry month here at Half-Assed Vegetarian, and what better way to kick it off than with a cocktail? We made this one when we get home from picking... and many times since. Come to think of it, I'm not sure I've been drinking anything else.Strawberry, Basil & Gin Cocktail(lightly modified from Monica's wonderful recipe at allrecipes.com)Here's What You're Gonna

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-4018648908861366712010-05-03T07:30:00.001-07:002010-05-03T13:04:08.674-07:00May is Strawberry Month at Half-Assed Vegetarian!

It's strawberry pickin' time, folks! Here are a few tips for how to get the most out of your strawberry picking experience.1. Bring your children so you have someone to smash the strawberries. Make sure they are slathered in sunscreen and dressed in ridiculous outfits, preferably ones that will showcase strawberry stains.2. Don't forget the jewlery.3. Bring your own baskets. This way you can

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-37743275049087170272010-04-22T05:41:00.000-07:002010-04-26T06:22:32.338-07:00Cold Quinoa Salad: Easy to Pack, Fun to Say

I make up a decent sized batch of quinoa at the beginning of the week (usually on oatmeal day) and have enough to have this salad for lunch over the next couple of days. It keeps well for about five days--I haven't had enough to push this experiment to the limit because there's never any left after that long, though I'd be interested in seeing how long it takes before it starts walking on its

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-4296801359184669082010-04-14T11:02:00.000-07:002010-04-14T11:13:11.314-07:00Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal with Steel Cut Oats

I recently found out that although my mother enjoys steel cut oats, she fears making them because they're sticky, fussy, have a knack for boiling over, and take forty-seven days to make. These are common fears among the oat eating populace, but it doesn't have to be that way! Rise up, friends, face your fears, and go for this half an hour non-fussy version of steel cut oats. You will

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-11921060582046313042010-03-23T07:24:00.000-07:002010-09-06T07:24:35.374-07:00What I did with my earnings: Mediterranean Farro Salad

This was my first venture into the world of farro, so this recipe is based on and lightly adapted from Giada De Laurentiis's farro salad. Giada's recipe supposedly made 6 side servings, but my husband and I found it to be more like 4.Here's What You're Gonna Need:a job that pays you in farro1 1/2 cups of that farro1 tsp of kosher salt + another 1/2 tsp for dressing8 oz green beans1 red bell

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-44936967887220226012010-03-16T05:54:00.000-07:002010-03-16T06:42:46.804-07:00Will Work For Food

After Christmas I started picking up kids to watch for a little extra money. The most recent addition to my child-stable came from a woman who makes savory and sweet pies for a living. Instead of using her talent for good though, this woman chose to wield her awesome baking skills against me. When we met she was all, hi, this is my kid and look I brought a sack of baked goods! Y’all, there

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-46425967791279042302010-03-09T06:01:00.000-08:002010-03-10T14:25:35.010-08:00Arrr! Mostly pirated Red Beans and Rice

This was my first go at red beans and rice, so I worked off Alton Brown's recipe. Here it is, with a few modifications and limited commercial interruptions.Note: It takes a while for red beans and rice to cook, so be sure to plan ahead. Give it at least 2 1/2 hours from start to finish.Here's What You're Gonna Need:For red beans:2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onion, chopped2 green bell peppers,

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-24603242978077828552010-03-03T12:32:00.000-08:002010-03-03T13:06:53.022-08:00Portobello and Spinach Penne

Portobello and Spinach Penneserves about 4Here's What You're Gonna Need:3-4 cloves of garlic, smashed and minced1 tsp red pepper seeds (less if you're a wimp)16 oz portobello mushroom caps (about 4 large caps), cut in half and sliced thin (gills on or off, your call)2 tsp dried basil (we'll rock this fresh come spring and I'll let you know the adjustment)12 oz fresh spinach (baby spinach or big

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-2099004181336921682010-02-23T06:19:00.001-08:002010-03-03T13:11:27.765-08:00Lentil Soup: Low Fat, Full of iron, Cheaper than a piece of Bazooka Joe*

Lentil Soup: Low Fat, Full of iron, Cheaper than a piece of Bazooka Joe**After a minimal amount of research, I have found this statement to be a lie. While lentil soup is low in fat, reasonably high in iron, and cheap as hell to make, it is not, in fact, cheaper than a piece of Bazooka Joe, which you can buy a 275 piece tub of for $11.99 online. The calculator on my phone tells me that's .04

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-58706565661783694242010-02-05T09:51:00.000-08:002010-02-05T09:53:01.641-08:00Chiles (and socks) Stuffed with Quinoa and Corn

Quinoa isn't only fun to try to pronounce, it's great to stuff in stuff as well. Take, for example, socks and peppers. Quinoa makes a great substitute for meat in any stuffed pepper recipe, and who wouldn't find it funny to stick their foot in a sock only to find it's already full of quinoa? You should probably test this theory tonight on your spouse/lover/partner/roommate/kid. Whatever you

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-70921392136454005442010-01-21T18:13:00.000-08:002010-01-21T18:20:55.690-08:00Winter Vegetables and Barley

Nothing funny or even remotely amusing happened in the making of this dish so I don't have a story for you, but it's really good so you should read the recipe and make it anyway. Old Man Winter (huh?) wants you to.Winter Vegetables and Barley(Okay, fine, green beans aren't a "winter vegetable," but you have to reach into the freezer to get them and that'll make your hand cold and wintery so in

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-12901360725191331172010-01-04T14:30:00.000-08:002010-01-04T14:47:19.412-08:00Cheddar Broccoli Quiche with Cornmeal Crust

Gluten Free Cheddar Broccoli Quiche with Cornmeal CrustWant an egg dish for lunch or dinner? Well then step it up with this hearty quiche! Served with fruit, salad, and a bloody mary, it makes for a quick meal, especially if you make it ahead of time. It's also perfect to pack for lunch, but unless you have a really cool boss you're gonna want to put that bloody mary in a thermos. Here's What

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-35773521291765016442009-12-05T08:18:00.001-08:002009-12-05T08:32:09.127-08:00Cranberries: Not just for Thanksgiving and UTIs

Gluten free is now a category on Half-Assed vegetarian! Click here for gluten free recipes, and watch for more in upcoming posts.Cranberries are still in the grocery store so get 'em while you can and throw enough bags in the freezer to last you until next season. (I can say this because I own one of those hide-a-body size freezers. As we are currently out of body, I have plenty of space for

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-53489161236411071502009-11-12T09:32:00.000-08:002009-11-12T09:33:29.940-08:00What to do with all of that Halloween candy Part II: Milky Way Fondue and Someone else's Snickers cake

Still have candy left? I don't, but that's because I have wimpy kids who didn't stay out for long enough to get enough candy to feel my habit (and my blog), which is why I had to go out and buy milky ways for this one. People, this is crazy good. I demand you make it.Halloween Candy Fondue using Milky Way barsHere's what you're gonna need:3 regular size milky ways (which I think are about 2

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-81766402492137627552009-11-03T04:38:00.001-08:002009-11-03T04:38:58.416-08:00What to do with all of that Halloween candy Part 1: Chocolate Chunk Cookies

What to do with all of that Halloween candy Part 1: Chocolate Chunk CookiesIf you're anything like me, you have a *&$# load of Halloween candy in your house right now. Over the next two weeks I'm going to be running some great ideas of what to do with it. We're going to be playing with plain chocolate bars, Snickers and Milky Ways, so weasel them away from your kids and let's get cooking!Today

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-17632036928533467552009-10-23T12:16:00.000-07:002009-12-05T08:23:25.063-08:00Let's Get Sauced!

I bet a lot of you clicked on this link thinking you were going to get another story about the misuses of vodka or the mishaps of too much gin. Instead you get applesauce. Too bad for you. Although what you do / drink while your getting applesauced is entirely up to you. I know what I'm going to do...Apples are in season and pretty cheap-o right now, and I am physically unable to walk past a

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-20267321692397344762009-10-14T07:50:00.000-07:002009-10-23T13:39:27.667-07:00I'm Not Fooling Anyone Good-For-You-Pancakes

I'm Not Fooling Anyone Good-For-You-PancakesI'm big into making a game out of making food healthier by either adding a secret ingredient (there's wheat germ in your smoothy-ta da!), substituting an ingredient for something healthier (like smurf farts for oil), or just plain making something good out of a shocking ingredient (like the chocolate cupcakes I made out of black beans). I love watching

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-46379320275415180832009-09-28T07:08:00.000-07:002009-09-28T09:27:31.109-07:00Chili Fit for a Queen

This was once a recipe for White Turkey Chili. It's adapted from an absolutely fantastic recipe from my friend Kelly, and I was hesitant to mess with it, but seeing as how it was one of the meals I most missed from my turkey chowing days I had to give it a try. The resulting recipe is almost as fabulous as the original. I'd serve it to the Queen if she came to visit, and that's saying a lot

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-90389956223456186732009-09-17T10:39:00.000-07:002009-09-17T10:46:06.175-07:00Honey, You're Sleeping on the Couch But It's Worth it Black Bean Soup

Honey, You're Sleeping on the Couch But It's Worth it Black Bean SoupThis awesome soup landed my husband on the couch the night I made it, but it didn't end up bothering me. No matter what your tolerance for beans is, this soup is way worth it, so take some Beano if you must, and enjoy! Here's What You're Gonna Need 1 tbs olive oil 2 stocks of celery, diced 1/2

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-384583512773044812009-09-09T10:24:00.001-07:002009-09-09T10:26:01.144-07:00Low-Fat Spicy Black Bean and Corn Enchiladas

Low-Fat Spicy Black Bean and Corn Enchiladasserves 3-4 Here's What You're Gonna Need2 15oz cans black beans, drained32oz bag frozen corn4-5 green onions, white and light green parts, sliced thin2 fresh tomatoes, chopped, if you got 'em, or 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, drained 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes with chilies is also an option if you'd like to add a little more heatoptional: 1/8 tsp (or to

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-30050316931802447922009-09-01T19:07:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:10:29.922-07:00It's the Cirrrrrrcle of Life...

Does this post make me a bad Half-Assed Vegetarian? I mean, it's not like I'm eating the squirrels...In Other Nature News...

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-47731073879631434852009-08-26T08:39:00.000-07:002010-03-04T12:30:13.556-08:00Greens and Beans, the Musical Dish...

Like most grandmas, mine just cooks from the heart and knows exactly what to do as she goes along. Trivial matters such as amounts, timing, etc. matter not because grandmothers just use their 6th sense, the good cookin' one, which makes delicious meals as natural as breathing to them. My grandmother makes a different kind of greens than I do, so the last time I was home I tried to pin her down

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-35335334255304027642009-08-12T11:54:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:01:02.741-07:00My-Oven-is-Duct-Taped-Together Lemon Parmesan Tilapia

I usually do my fish in the oven because I like to pretend it comes out healthier that way, regardless of the amount of butter I use, but remember my demon oven from the last post and how the door fell off into my hands? Well, that kamikaze door is currently duct taped to the stove so as to prevent the befooting of innocent passersby so, rendering it unable to kill, yet unusable to cook things.

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-67676864136623639612009-08-05T11:03:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:00:09.716-07:00Smitten By My Stove Zucchini Banana Bread

Disclaimer: I can't personally vouch for the awesomeness of this creation since mine turned out, well... in the garbage can. But that's because the kitchen gods smote me, not because the recipe sucks. Here's what happened. I wanted to bake something for my friend Meg, who was good enough to find Ella some hand-me-down uniforms for this upcoming school year. Meg wears ironed aprons, has

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-28954641848652131572009-07-19T16:11:00.000-07:002009-12-05T08:25:28.028-08:00Kelly's Portobello Parm

5 md-lg portobello caps with stems set aside balsamic vinegar EVOO 5 slices of mozzarella 1.5 C hunts mixture (I keep this in my fridge a lot - its just a 14oz can of hunts sauce with a Tb of oregano, EVOO, and a tsp of garlic salt all mixed together cold. No need to heat) 1 lg shallot, minced portobello stems, chopped 1 tsp garlic powder 1. Marinate caps in a zip lock bag with enough

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-84769234888954097322009-06-26T13:04:00.001-07:002009-12-05T08:26:17.736-08:00Double Duty Orange Molasses concoction: Tuna and Glazed Sweet Potato & Beets

Here one concoction made out of two things I needed to get out of my fridge (orange juice, which we don't really drink, and molasses from this week's CSF grab bag) makes two great recipies.To make the Orangey Molasses Concoction, whisk together:1/2 cup orange juice1/3 cup molassesPhew! Pause for a beer and regroup. This will make enough for both of the recipes below. Use half of the concoction

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-30108984239518558222009-06-25T06:48:00.000-07:002009-09-01T18:54:57.986-07:00What to do when your friend's herbs get out of control: Lemon Thyme Tilapia

Here's what you're gonna need:4 tilapia fillets1 spring onion, white part only, finely choppedolive oil about 2 tsp of your best friend from down the street's overgrown lemon thyme, finely chopped(Regular thyme will also work if your friend down the street didn't grow lemon thyme, althoughyou should probably get a better friend with a bigger herb selection for next year.) 1/2-1 tsp sea salt or

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-77375910514156878222009-06-22T18:26:00.000-07:002009-09-01T18:57:53.797-07:00Goatless Goat Cheese and Vegetable Bruschetta

After extensive research I have discovered that goat cheese is made from the milk of goats, not goats, making it a delicious meat-free choice. Unless, of course, you get a piece of a goat teet or something in there--then I don't think it can be considered vegetarian anymore. Plus, goat cheese give the appearance of sophistocation so the next time you go to the pool or park or something you can

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-72536214156374206282009-06-11T06:39:00.000-07:002009-12-05T08:27:10.651-08:00Turnips: Better than Hitler's Head in a Bag

The turnips at the bottom of this week's CSA grab bag were met by boos and hisses by my jackass husband and visiting brother. You would have thought Hitler's head was in that bag instead of some ideology-less root vegetables. So adamant were they that they were not going to eat those turnips, that it became my new goal that they would. And that they would not only like them but also shower me

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-52093829773837945352009-06-01T13:22:00.000-07:002009-12-05T08:28:11.992-08:00Anti-Vampire Garlic Green Beans and Yellow Squash

There's nothing really funny about green beans and squash, they were just both left over in my fridge at the end of the week (ba da ching!), so I don't have a story for you. If you need a laugh, visit Just Barely and find out why Jesus wants you to eat doughnuts.Anti-Vampire Garlic Green Beans and Yellow SquashHere's what you're going to need:1-2 lbs of fresh green beans (or however much you

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-47179973763659072652009-05-26T16:22:00.000-07:002009-09-17T10:50:37.678-07:00A Bok Choy and a Soba walked into a bar... and I was all, who the hell are you???

Okay, I kind of recognized the Soba from an earlier rendezvous involving some mushrooms and spinach in a soup, but when I reached into my weekly CSA grab bag and pulled out the bok choy, I was stumped. The Grand Master of the Crops told me it was bok choy and to treat it like any other green. So I told it off. Then I turned it into something delicious. That'll show it.Bok Choy and Soba

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-11052585194298568412009-05-26T10:33:00.000-07:002010-03-10T14:17:59.494-08:00Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla

Sweet Potato and Black Bean QuesadillaThis makes one big ass quesadilla (enough for two people if served with sides) or a two to three normal size quesadillasHere's what you're gonna need:1 big sweet potato or 2 smaller ones1/2 small onion, finely chopped1 can cooked and rinsed black beansa couple of shakes (1/8ish tsp) cumin (optional)*a couple of shakes (1/8ish chili) powder*1/4+ tsp cinnamon*1

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-84907260477603574592009-05-22T13:58:00.000-07:002009-09-01T18:45:26.813-07:00A Quiche to Appreciate

Last week was teacher appreciation week at the kids' preschool. As part of the appreciating, the parents provide breakfast for them every morning before school starts. Because I have the word "sucker" tattooed across my forehead (dumb spring break move--I tried to have it taken off later, but it's in there too deep), the director of the school asked me to take care of the brunch Thursday, and

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-21987617718586175192009-05-11T09:49:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:04:37.460-07:00What to do when someone at your table wants to eat something that once mooed, clucked, or oinked: Tomatilla Tortilla Casserole

What to do when someone at your table wants to eat something that once mooed, clucked, or oinked:At first you say "Then YOU go out there and stab a cow and get your own ()(*^$ dinner, *(&%#ing ) &*%$, &*&^$, (&%$!." But then they present you with a pet hen that lays golden eggs, and they promise to never ever eat YOUR new hen if only you make them a dinner involving a different chicken just this

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-26900967954954263722009-05-04T11:18:00.000-07:002009-09-01T18:40:48.181-07:00How to Rock a Blueberry Muffin (Instead of a Doughnut)

In a (failed) attempt to distract myself from Dunkin' Donuts, I rocked some blueberry muffins with my super hero health powers the other day. And because I'm caring as well as magical, I shall share with you my healthier version of an old classic. They're a little time intensive (but that's probably just because I have kitchen ADD--add some flour, eat a snack, etc), so we're making a big ass

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-85683805235258789272009-04-27T09:07:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:04:56.593-07:00Being a Vegetarian is Making Me Fat and Crazy and Stuff Your Face Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

When I tell people I've become a vegetarian, they often times ask if I've lost weight as a result of cutting out meat. The answer is no. In fact, being a vegetarian has caused me to gain weight. Maybe it's the fact that I've replaced meat with doughnuts, but I've been telling myself it's more likely the vegetables' fault. Right?But then, a couple of weeks ago, I mentioned to my psychiatrist

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-21077645700141200552009-04-15T07:39:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:01:26.962-07:00Freezer Burritos and a Period made of gold

Been drinking soy milk. Still no improvement in the size of my boobs, but the last time I got my period it was made of gold.---Here's a good recipe for burritos that you can made ahead of time and leave in the fridge until the next day or freeze until the day before you decide you're no longer a vegetarian.1 cup of brown rice (cooled)2 cans of black beans1 can pinto beans1/2 can whole kernel

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-91390074508203981232009-04-01T10:54:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:05:13.239-07:00Crimes against Potatoes

Okay, this was originally for Just Barely, but it has to do with vodka, and vodka is made out of potatoes, therefore, this is a vegetarian issue. One that I think you need to hear about.Last week my husband found the following "tip" on Google's blog: Freshen Laundry with Vodka. It was under the link, www.tipsandtricks4me.com. Why he would click on such a thing, I don't know. Perhaps he thought

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-55385105406061291102009-03-16T08:34:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:06:08.312-07:00There is a God! And her name is Bacos.

Fantastic news, everyone. Bacos is not made out of pigs. In fact, bacos is in no way composed of anything even remotely related to meat, a fact which I've always suspected but am elated to have finally confirmed. Now don't get me wrong--there is absoluetly nothing natural about bacos. In fact, I think 45% of the ingredients are man-made, 45% are celestial, and about 10% are of the earth.These

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-7215860513930691272009-03-11T12:51:00.000-07:002009-03-12T07:13:11.274-07:00By with a little help from my friends

Posted on my Facebook wall by my friend Emily: Thought this might help you get through the rest of your half-assed vegetarian month: www.baconnaise.com. As they say on the site, it's "vegetarian safe"!The best part about this site? Their slogan: "Everything should taste like bacon." They even have a bacon blog: http://www.baconsaltblog.com and you can buy bacon themed

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-24250784711012425872009-03-10T12:00:00.000-07:002009-09-09T15:39:27.993-07:00Your opinion and why it doesn't matter

Day 10So the numbers are in, and over half of you are of the persuasion that fish is delicious, and that's all that matters. Good for you. I was still going to eat fish no matter what you said, but thanks for playing along. Now that I'm not worried about it tainting your vote, I want to share with you a couple of informative sites that address the doesn't matter question in front of us.My

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-8633282546559412482009-03-08T12:09:00.000-07:002009-09-01T18:32:26.745-07:00Spinach and Pine Nut Pasta

Anna has been kind enough to send us a recipe I think she made up for Spinach and pine nut pasta. She's made this for me in the past and, I got to tell ya, I'd probably make out with it if it wasn't... well, pasta. Hell, I might just make out with it anyway. Enjoy!Spinach and Pine Nut Pasta1 bag baby spinachabout 1/2 cup pinenuts (or however many you'd like)2-3 cloves garliccrushed red

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-48568725674061906292009-03-04T17:56:00.000-08:002009-09-28T07:13:09.673-07:00Soy Boobs

Last night we went out for pizza with some long time real-vegetarian friends (the kind that don't dream about bacos or Arby's). First, they informed me that fish IS meat. I informed them, shut up. Then they warned me about not going overboard with... soy. Now I can see how stuff could go horribly wrong for a newbie carnivore, but I never really thought plant eating as a dangerous thing. Get

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-90511245899307305742009-03-03T18:41:00.000-08:002009-09-09T15:37:04.051-07:00The Nature of Meat

Vegetarian Day 3:Breakfast: Meatless smoothie--not the same w/o bacon in it.Lunch: Some sort of grain and peanut salad thing I got at a hippie store and a handful of cookies.Dinner: Mushroom pizza with real-vegetarian friends. Thought about eating the pepperoni I saw a little kid throw on the floor, bought another beer instead.My friend Danielle posted the following on my facebook wall yesterday:

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-75651444394138572562009-03-03T11:49:00.000-08:002009-12-05T08:29:38.089-08:00Asian shrimp stew with steamed rice

As promised, here's the Asian shrimp stew recipe, taken from the March 2008 edition of Everyday Food. I don't know how Kosher it is to post recipes from magazines, so for the love of God don't tell Martha Stewart I gave you this. Or I'll shove a ham down your throat.1 cup long grain white rice2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup coconut milk1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 yellow bell

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-12727612251861515352009-03-02T17:41:00.001-08:002009-09-01T18:26:41.080-07:00Beef 'N Chedder, I wish I knew how to quit you!

Vegetarian Day 2:I started off the morning by cutting out a coupon for Buy One Get One Free Beef N' Cheddar from Arby's, and then cried when I remembered I wouldn't be eating any delicious Beef N' Cheddars for a while. I'll pass the coupon on to a hobo so at least he can enjoy two little slices of heaven.--Three women sat across from me at the coffee shop and chowed down on some hogies that

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-6058075809530615612009-03-02T08:05:00.000-08:002009-09-09T15:35:26.135-07:00At least the salad was pretty.

Vegetarian Day 1:As is our Sunday morning custom, Ella and I made a pit stop at Dunkin' Donuts to fortify ourselves before church. Ella ordered her usual, a doughnut with white icing and all different colored sprinkles. "And I'll have a medium coffee and a chocolate doughnut with bacos sprinkles," I told the lady at the counter. Then I remembered I was a vegetarian now, and glumly canceled my

justbarelyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06290665791167483238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1000814611580644244.post-26886409133475127302009-03-02T08:03:00.001-08:002009-09-01T19:06:43.364-07:00Quick! Get the mutton!

Vegetarian Eve: At 11:53 last night I realized our vegetarian month was about to begin. "Quick!" I told Steve, "We're about to become vegetarians! Let's go eat a mutton chop before it's too late!" To the best of my knowledge, I've never eaten a mutton chop in my whole life. In fact, I'm not even sure exactly what a mutton is, but I'm pretty sure it's some sort of animal, or at least part of

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