You can use this as a dip or to top anything when you want to add a little heat. Especially great when the tomatoes are in season. 3 large fresh tomatoes, diced 1 small onion, finely diced 1-2 jalapeños or Serrano peppers, finely diced ¼-½ cup parsley or cilantro, chopped 3-4 tablespoons of fresh lime […]

This sweet, spicy sauce is great for dipping raw or grilled vegetables, over rice or for stir-frys.   ½ cup tamari or soy sauce  2 tablespoons rice vinegar  2 tablespoons agave nectar  1 clove garlic, finely minced tablespoons shallots, finely minced ½ teaspoon ginger, minced (optional)      Red pepper flakes, to taste     Mix all ingredients […]

This is really good on any grain or rice. 3 ounces silken tofu ¼ cup tahini 2 cloves garlic, chopped or 3 cloves roasted garlic 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon roasted sesame oil ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, for spice ½ teaspoon salt  Freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped     Place all ingredients […]

The secret to this gravy recipe is to use ample ground pepper. 1 tablespoon canola oil  6 vegan sausage patties, crumbled, if frozen let thaw 2 tablespoons vegan butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper to taste 2-3 cups unsweetened almond milk ¼ cup cashew cream In medium skillet, heat oil […]

 This tangy green sauce is addictive. Add it to enchiladas, tacos, burritos and potatoes or use it as a dipping sauce for tortillas.   12 tomatillos, husked, washed, cut in half 1 small onion, slices 1 clove garlic, whole, unpeeled 2 jalapeño or Serrano chiles ½ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped ½ teaspoon salt, to […]

There are many different recipes for this nut sauce. This is a good, basic recipe I got from an old friend years ago. Just by changing the choice of nut creates a totally different dressing. Use it as a sauce or dressing for salads and steamed vegetables or as a simple dip.  1 cup walnuts, […]

Who doesn’t love this? You just need a big basket of tortilla chips.   1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning 2 cups vegan sour cream 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 cups refried black beans ½ cup fresh salsa or jarred 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles, mild or hot ½ teaspoon salt 3 avocadoes, peeled, pitted, and […]

1 cup of natural peanut butter  1 tablespoon of soy sauce 4 tablespoons of lime juice   ¼ cup of hot water  1-2 jalapeños, finely diced 5 green onions, white parts thinly sliced, chopped Salt, to taste First, mix peanut butter with soy sauce and lime juice, thinning with hot water a little at a time […]

1 teaspoon canola oil      ¼ cup onion, finely diced         1-2 jalapeños, seeded, finely diced         ½ teaspoon ground cumin Sprinkle of cayenne      2 cups black beans, canned or homemade (page 238), drained        ¼ cup water or saved bean broth            Juice of one lime      […]

  I love this in the spring when my herb garden is full of fresh chives. Makes a great, fresh-tasting dip to be served with crackers, chips or crudités. This can also be made with fresh basil or with a little freshly- grated horseradish stirred in.      3/4 cup vegan mayonnaise             1 clove garlic, finely minced    […]