Category Archives: SANDWICHES

Antipasto Pate

Originally posted on AFC PRIVATE RESERVE™ :
ANTIPASTO PATE A great all-purpose pate. Makes a lot. Use as an appetizer spread on crackers, and breads (toasted or plain). Top a veggie burger. Fill a dumpling/pierogi. Mix with cooked macaroni, hot or cold. Make a sandwich. Delicious, nutritious and easy to make, store and use! Makes 4…

AFC Chorizo Sausage Burger

AFC CHORIZO SAUSAGE BURGER Using four pre-made ingredients we developed a unique Chorizo Sausage Burger! Makes approx. 20 medium-size burgers 14 oz. pkg. thawed Gimme Lean Veggie Sausage 12 oz. pkg. Tofurky Plant-Based CHORIZO CRUMBLES 4 oz. container  Follow Your Heart Parmesan shreds, a little over 1 cup 2 c. fresh rye bread crumbs -ContinueContinue reading “AFC Chorizo Sausage Burger”

AFC ORIGINAL CHEESEBURGER

SERVE ON TOASTED CRUMPETSERVE ON ONION BUNSERVE ON A COMMON BUN AFC ORIGINAL CHEESEBURGER Hey kids, the burger is the cheese! You never had one of these. Give it a go. It’s not complicated. With or without the bun, or with or without the veg burger. It’s your way. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Easy! Makes 3-3/4ContinueContinue reading “AFC ORIGINAL CHEESEBURGER”

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER WITH SAUERKRAUT

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER WITH SAUERKRAUT Steve and I are thin burger people. When eating out or grilling we always wanted thin patties. The Impossible Burger is always served thick, probably to justify the high price – except at Burger King where it neither resembles nor tastes like an Impossible Burger. The first burgers we pan-fried atContinueContinue reading “IMPOSSIBLE BURGER WITH SAUERKRAUT”

AFC Open-Face Artichoke Chili Kaiser Rolls

WITH GARNISH. WITHOUT GARNISH. OPEN-FACE ARTICHOKE CHILI KAISER ROLLS SWEET CHILI. That’s what Steve always says he wants. No heat except lots of black pepper. He’s that kind of guy – black pepper with everything and lots of it! This chili smokes without the heat!! Yeah, we upscaled this simple chili, adding a French ItalianContinueContinue reading “AFC Open-Face Artichoke Chili Kaiser Rolls”

AFC SUPER BOWL GOAT HOT DOGS

SUPER BOWL GOAT HOT DOGS Smart Life Jumbo Hot Dogs cooked briefly in extra virgin olive oil with oregano, smoked paprika and ADOBO seasoning. Served in a SUPERIOR BUN with Daiya Blue Cheeze Dressing, sauteed onion and mustard! A different slant on a traditional favorite wins the game! Makes as many as you want 1ContinueContinue reading “AFC SUPER BOWL GOAT HOT DOGS”

There’s an Animal-Freer In Every Family

  There’s an Animal-Freer In Every Family Rejoice when a family member or friend shows the courage to come out of the Animal-Freer closet, that society through its conformance to tradition and prejudice tries to keep them in. Be proud of your family member or friend. Choose not to participate in family and peer pressure thatContinueContinue reading “There’s an Animal-Freer In Every Family”

AFC HAM Burger

AFC HAM BURGER Using nothing more than LIGHTLIFE TOFU PUPS and LIGHTLIFE GIMME LEAN SAUSGE along with some raw sweet onion, we make the HAM Burger. Love it! So easy too. Tastes like ham to me! Makes approx. 13, 1/3 cup patties 12 oz. pkg. SMART DOG veggie hot dogs, thawed and cut into chunksContinueContinue reading “AFC HAM Burger”

Baked Tofu And Sweet Peppers – GOAT

BAKED TOFU AND SWEET PEPPERS – GOAT Old Bay spiced baked tofu cubes and a saute of sweet red, yellow and orange peppers with celery and sweet onion. Served over sourdough toast with WHITE WINE MUSHROOM GRAVY! Serves about 6 – with leftover gravy for other uses SWEET PEPPER SAUTE: 2 T. light sesame oilContinueContinue reading “Baked Tofu And Sweet Peppers – GOAT”

AFC Country Ham And Olive Walnut Spread

AFC COUNTRY HAM AND OLIVE WALNUT SPREAD Ever hear of a nutrient dense ham salad? You have now. Animal-Free of course. Food always tastes better knowing there isn’t an animal screaming for his/her life in it! Give it a try, see if you agree! Makes 10-1/2 cups 13.5 oz. Lightlife Smart Dog JUMBO Meatless hotContinueContinue reading “AFC Country Ham And Olive Walnut Spread”

YVES VEGGIE BACON WALNUT AND PEAR SANDWICH

YVES VEGGIE BACON WALNUT AND PEAR SANDWICH WOW. Sandwiches don’t get much better! Makes as many as you want Per Sandwich: 2 slices country-style white bread animal-free mayonnaise – I used Follow Your Heart Vegenaise Smoked Ginger Beer Walnuts (recipe below) 2 slices Yves VEGGIE BACON green leaf lettuce or romaine ripe comice pear, slicedContinueContinue reading “YVES VEGGIE BACON WALNUT AND PEAR SANDWICH”

Fatty Veggie Sandwich

FATTY VEGGIE SANDWICH Toasted potato bread slices spread with veggie mayo on one, creamy peanut butter on the other. Top with dill relish and mustard. Add the veggies: crisp iceberg lettuce, ripe tomato and sweet onion, with a fresh pepper grind finish. A good morning afternoon evening delight! Makes as many as you want (preferablyContinueContinue reading “Fatty Veggie Sandwich”

Grilled Cheese Grinder

GRILLED CHEESE GRINDER Daiya dairy free block cheddar cheese layered with red roasted peppers, dill pickle planks and sliced onion on a steak and sausage six-inch grinder roll spread with veggie mayonnaise and prepared yellow mustard! Grilled in an oiled hot skillet till cheese softens and outside of roll hardens! Don’t forget the fresh grindContinueContinue reading “Grilled Cheese Grinder”

Tofurkey Roast Beef And Slaw Sub

TOFURKEY ROAST BEEF AND SLAW SUB Foot long sub roll broiled inside till toasty, spread with a little margarine, then topped with roasted peppers, pan-fried Tofurkey roast beef slices and a tangy fat-free slaw! It works perfectly. Fresh, hot, crunchy! Low fat as subs go! Makes 1 foot long sub Sub Sauce: 1/3 c. ketchupContinueContinue reading “Tofurkey Roast Beef And Slaw Sub”

Breakfast Sausage Sub

BREAKFAST SAUSAGE SUB Six inch steak & sausage sub roll spread with veg mayo, smoky ketchup and mustard. Layered with dill pickle planks, sliced onion and of course fried meatless breakfast sausage patties! Now that’s a great way to start a slow-moving, lazy, do whatever you want day! Per six-inch sub 2 T. extra virginContinueContinue reading “Breakfast Sausage Sub”

AFC TUNA MELT

AFC TUNA MELT Delight Soy Vegan Chicken nuggets chopped with celery, green pepper, onion and cilantro. Mixed with Pumpkin Seed Snow, sage and Grapeseed Oil Vegenaise to create a perfectly balanced Cilantro Tuna Salad.  I know, I use vegan chicken to make my Tuna Melt, but it works, so who cares? It’s the best TunaContinueContinue reading “AFC TUNA MELT”

Asparagus AF Shrimp Toast

ASPARAGUS AF SHRIMP TOAST Okay, okay. I know there are no actual shrimp animals on this toast. Still, it is the finest shrimp toast you will ever encounter! Popcorn shrimp? Well, this delicacy pops all over your buds and palate! Once you taste it, you’ll never forget the experience! Serves 1 or as many asContinueContinue reading “Asparagus AF Shrimp Toast”

BAKED TOFU SANDWICH

Originally posted on THE ANIMAL-FREE CHEF TEST KITCHEN:
BAKED TOFU SANDWICH Even though this sandwich is cooked, it’s quick and easy. Fried baked tofu with veg mozzarella cheese and veg ham. Put together on a pan-fried hot dog bun spread with ketchup, mustard and veg mayo. Napkins please! Makes 1 1 lg. hot dog bun…

MUFFINS and GRAVY

Originally posted on THE ANIMAL-FREE CHEF TEST KITCHEN:
MUFFINS and GRAVY You know biscuits and gravy? This is muffins and gravy! English muffins, the greatest biscuit in the world! Topped with Match Meat Italian Sausage without the Meat Gravy! Made with Pinot Grigio wine, almond milk, mushroom, sweet onion and celery. What more could I…

Tofurkey Pepperjack Melt

Originally posted on THE ANIMAL-FREE CHEF TEST KITCHEN:
TOFURKEY PEPPERJACK MELT Restaurant Ready! Go for it! Now there’s a prefect sandwich melt without grilling the bread. Who would have thought to melt the meat and cheese separately? Me!! And it worked! Makes 1 sandwich 2 T. red wine vinegar 1/4 t. mild curry powder 1/4…

Christmas Sandwich

Originally posted on THE ANIMAL-FREE CHEF TEST KITCHEN:
CHRISTMAS SANDWICH Some people don’t want a Christmas dinner, but still want something nice. How about a Christmas Sandwich? I made something special for you! If Delight Soy Vegan Chicken isn’t available near you, then use some other brand that you like. The Cilantro Date Cream works…

AFC WILD PUMPKIN SEED SAUSAGE BURGERS

AFC WILD PUMPKIN SEED SAUSAGE BURGERS  Okay, this is super easy once you make the rice, and that’s easy too! No-bake burgers. Form the patties, put them between wax paper in a covered container and refrigerate till ready to use. I made 1 batch; next time I’d make 2 batches. Really good texture and flavor.ContinueContinue reading “AFC WILD PUMPKIN SEED SAUSAGE BURGERS”

THE GREEN STOGIE

THE GREEN STOGIE Impress your guests. Or bring your Green Stogies to a cook-out! Jumbo veggie hot dog wrapped in cooked collard green leaf (hot or cold doesn’t matter) spread with mustard. Looks like a Stogie! Served in a potato bread hot dog bun spread with dill pickle relish and a stream of ketchup. Top allContinueContinue reading “THE GREEN STOGIE”

Grilled Cheese And Pepper Tortilla Sandwich

GRILLED CHEESE AND PEPPER TORTILLA SANDWICH Veggie cheese and sweet red roasted pepper between two 6 inch flour tortillas pan-grilled in vegetable oil to perfection! Served with cornichon dill pickle! A little fattening? A little. But it’s so good, and you only want one, right? Okay, I confess, I had two – Lilly Belle helped eatContinueContinue reading “Grilled Cheese And Pepper Tortilla Sandwich”

ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN

ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN I usually saute onions and peppers for sandwiches, but then thought why not celery and onion? Celery is good fried, so here we have it and it is delicious. Such a simple variation that doesn’t break the bank and it’s readily available, just waiting for you to make the switchContinueContinue reading “ENGLISH CASHEW BUTTER VEG MUFFIN”

AFC EARTH BURGER – GOAT

AFC EARTH BURGER – GOAT The everything burger! Grains: barley and rolled oats. Veggies: mushrooms and carrots. Beans: dark red kidney beans and blackeye peas! Contains no fat, no soy, no animal products, no protein isolates! The carrots give it an earthy taste! Makes 8 cups burger dough Make spiced barley: 2-1/2 c. water (doContinueContinue reading “AFC EARTH BURGER – GOAT”

AFC BREAKFAST WIENER ROLL for Steph

“Hi Aunt Sharon! Hope all is well! I just made your Energizer Breakfast Burrito and it was delicious!!! I’ve been having cereal before work, but I’m hungry an hour later, plus it’s so bland. If you come up with anything as simple as and similar to the burrito send them my way :)” Nothing I likeContinueContinue reading “AFC BREAKFAST WIENER ROLL for Steph”

THOSE BLOODY MUSHROOMS

THOSE BLOODY MUSHROOMS Wow. Over the top. How about we try over potato bread toast with these ‘shrooms instead of always pasta? Ready, get set, go! Makes 4 cups 8 T. margarine 1 lb. fresh white button mushrooms, washed and cut 1 lb. crimini (Babybella) mushrooms, washed and cut Cut mushrooms into different sizes andContinueContinue reading “THOSE BLOODY MUSHROOMS”

AFC WESTERN OMELET CHEESEBURGER

AFC WESTERN OMELET CHEESEBURGER A versatile burger batter for many dishes. A great mix. Chewy, soft, creamy, a little crunch. It’s all there! You won’t believe it. A western omelet is made of egg, ham, onion and green pepper. I also add cheese. All animal-free of course! I know, it makes you happy! Makes 8ContinueContinue reading “AFC WESTERN OMELET CHEESEBURGER”

TOFU CHIK’N SALAD SANDWICH

TOFU CHIK’N SALAD SANDWICH Perfectly cooked veg chicken mixed with celery, sweet onion, chopped radish, Silken tofu and roasted garlic cloves. Seasoned with turmeric and rosemary. Add veg mayo or not. Make a sandwich or serve in lettuce cup as a salad! Makes 3 cups 1, 10 oz. 4 pack Gardein Chik’n Scallopini, frozen – cookContinueContinue reading “TOFU CHIK’N SALAD SANDWICH”

GRILLED ALMOND BUTTER PUB SANDWICH

GRILLED ALMOND BUTTER PUB SANDWICH Perfect blend of taste sensations. Great on all breads – even raisin. So easy, so good. Perfect Pub fare! An ice-breaker, conversational sandwich! Makes 1 or 2, depending on size of bread (square or deli size) 1/3 c. Jif Almond Butter, room temperature 3 T. chopped sweet onion 3 T.ContinueContinue reading “GRILLED ALMOND BUTTER PUB SANDWICH”

Save the heels of the bread

FOR A TERRIFIC GRILLED VEG CHEESE SANDWICH – USE THE HEELS OF THE BREAD Years ago, my mother always ate the heels of every loaf of bread, not wanting to waste food. She didn’t require that we kids eat them, only pointed out that they were still bread and good too. None of us wantedContinueContinue reading “Save the heels of the bread”

AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER – GOAT

AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER – GOAT Hamburg is soft-textured. It’s not hard – even when cooked. These burgers replicate that texture. Isn’t it convenient to be able to take some dough from the refrigerator, form a patty and fry it? You can also bake the patties and refrigerate till ready to reheat andContinueContinue reading “AFC BLOOD RED ITALIAN SAUSAGE BURGER – GOAT”

AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER – GOAT

AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER – GOAT Great news! A homemade burger that tastes and textures just like a beef burger – blood and all! Easy to make. Fry them fresh, or bake and refrigerate or freeze. Taste The Sizzle! For meat-eaters and vegans! I’m lovin’ it! Makes 7-8 cups burger dough (depending on how firmlyContinueContinue reading “AFC VEG BLOOD BURGER – GOAT”

VEG SAUSAGE & PINEAPPLE GREEK PITA

VEG SAUSAGE & PINEAPPLE GREEK PITA Fried Veg sausage crumbles, fresh spinach and fried pineapple on grilled Greek Pita flatbread spread with chipotle mayo and beer mustard! A ‘take it to the bank’ sandwich! Makes 1 sandwich 14 oz. tube Gimme Lean Veggie Sausage by Lightlife – break off enough for 1 sandwich, about 1/4ContinueContinue reading “VEG SAUSAGE & PINEAPPLE GREEK PITA”

VEGGIE FLATBREAD ROLL UPS

  VEGGIE FLATBREAD ROLL UPS Flatout flatbread spread with a green peppercorn and caper aioli. Topped with steamed fresh green beans, asparagus and spinach. Sprinkled with smoked paprika, then rolled up and pan-fried till browned and crisped. A perfect veggie roll up! Makes as many as you want Make the aioli first: GREEN PEPPERCORN ANDContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE FLATBREAD ROLL UPS”

POTATO BREAD QUESADILLA

POTATO BREAD QUESADILLA Potato bread spread with Chipotle flavored Just Mayo and mustard, mounded with Daiya Mozzarella shreds. Flattened while pan-frying till crisp and cheese melts!  Taste the pleasure! Makes 1 sandwich Before grilling veg cheeses in a sandwich, always bring cheese to room temperature before assembling and grilling 2 slices potato bread Just MayoContinueContinue reading “POTATO BREAD QUESADILLA”

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER PICKLE AND ONION

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER PICKLE AND ONION There’s not a big melt on this, because we use natural peanut butter – fresh pressed. But the heat softens it nicely, not requiring the ooze factor. Dill pickle, sweet onion and country dijon mustard bring this natural peanut butter to a rustic but lovely conclusion! Makes 1 sandwichContinueContinue reading “GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER PICKLE AND ONION”

PREMELTED GRILLED VEG CHEESE SANDWICH

PREMELTED VEGGIE CHEESE Ever have a problem getting your veggie cheese to melt in a grilled cheese sandwich without burning the bread – and even then many times it doesn’t melt throughout? I solved the problem by forming Daiya Veggie Mozzarella Shreds, carrot juice, prepared yellow mustard and Mancini Fried Peppers with Onion into aContinueContinue reading “PREMELTED GRILLED VEG CHEESE SANDWICH”

CREAMED SAUERKRAUT aka CHEESE SAUCE

CREAMED SAUERKRAUT AND PEPPERS Sauerkraut combined with Mancini Sweet Red Roasted Peppers, Mancini Fried Peppers with Onion, garlic, fennel and Daiya Mozzarella Veggie Shreds, then cooked till creamy! A simple side dish vegetable for roasted root veggies. Can also be served over mashed or baked potatoes, with veggie sausage, as a cheese topper for pizza,ContinueContinue reading “CREAMED SAUERKRAUT aka CHEESE SAUCE”

SMOKY PAPRIKA TOFU SUBS

SMOKY PAPRIKA TOFU SUBS Super firm sprouted tofu coated with a smoky paprika dry rub, then baked in extra virgin olive oil. Served on a broiled sub roll with a dry rub and horseradish dairy-free cream cheese spread, fresh spinach and tomato! Makes 4 Preheat oven to 400 degrees 12 oz. pkg. super firm TofuContinueContinue reading “SMOKY PAPRIKA TOFU SUBS”

ROASTED BEET BURGERS

ROASTED BEET BURGERS Large roasted beets, cut into 1/2 inch steaks and served on a pumpernickel bun with veggie mayo, mustard, lettuce, veggie cheese and Manicini Fried Peppers with Onion. A great way to enjoy a burger if you don’t eat animals and can’t find veggie replacement meats where you live. Made especially for youContinueContinue reading “ROASTED BEET BURGERS”

THE VEGGIE HOT DOG SANDWICH

THE VEGGIE HOT DOG SANDWICH This is Steve’s favorite way to eat hot dogs!  Makes as many as you want Per sandwich: veggie hot dogs of choice – 1-1/2 per sandwich oil for frying 2 slices potato bread veggie mayo prepared yellow mustard 3 cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half from end to endContinueContinue reading “THE VEGGIE HOT DOG SANDWICH”

VEGGIE BLT SUB

VEGGIE BLT SUB This sub is so easy, and so delicious! Veggie bacon cooked briefly in grade A maple syrup and fresh cracked black pepper, then layered on a hard-crusted sub roll with lots of veggie mayo, shredded lettuce, tomato slices, sweet onion slices and kosher dill pickle planks will rock and roll anybody’s tasteContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE BLT SUB”

SLOPPY MARYS

SLOPPY MARYS You’ve heard of Sloppy Joes, well now enters the Sloppy Mary! Sauteed onion and Gimme Lean Ground Veggie Sausage, cooked with pink beans, tomato paste, spices, Worcestershire sauce and horseradish till you reach your desired thickness. Serve on a bun with a cold beer, and Sloppy Joe now has a cousin! Makes 4ContinueContinue reading “SLOPPY MARYS”

FOOT LONG CHEEZY SUB

FOOT LONG CHEEZY SUB A foot long broiled sub roll smeared with hummus, then layered with Daiya Cheddar Cheese Shreds, kumato slices (dark tomatoes), Pickled Roasted Yellow Peppers and Kalamata olive halves. Topped with fresh spinach! Makes 1 1, foot long tough-skinned sub roll; cut in half from end to end, leaving a small hingeContinueContinue reading “FOOT LONG CHEEZY SUB”

FOOT LONG RIBLET & PICKLE SUB

FOOT LONG RIBLET & PICKLE SUB Morningstar Veggie Hickory BBQ Riblets layered with bread & butter pickles, arugula, caramelized sweet onion and mustard on a broiled tough skinned foot long sub roll! Makes 1 1 lg. sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced into half rings vegetable oil salt & pepper 1 pkg. Morningstar Veggie Hickory BBQContinueContinue reading “FOOT LONG RIBLET & PICKLE SUB”

FOOT LONG CHIK’N SUB

FOOT LONG CHIK’N SUB Pan-fried Boca Original Chik’n Veggie Patties on a broiled tough-skinned foot long sub roll with Caponata Babaganoush and mustard as condiments. Layered with Pickled Roasted Yellow Peppers, fresh spinach and sweet onion! Makes 1 1 pkg. Boca Original Chik’n Veggie Patties – pan-fried as directed on pkg. or to your liking – useContinueContinue reading “FOOT LONG CHIK’N SUB”

KNIFE & FORK GRAVY & GRAIN BURGER TOAST

KNIFE & FORK GRAVY & GRAIN BURGER TOAST Pan-Fried Hand-Formed Field Roast Artisan Grain Burgers set atop toasted English muffin halves. Topped generously with Sweet Mini Pepper Gravy. Served open-faced with knife & fork! This is a made in heaven toast! Makes as many as you want Make gravy following the recipe below. When readyContinueContinue reading “KNIFE & FORK GRAVY & GRAIN BURGER TOAST”

MULTI-PURPOSE PINE NUT CILANTRO PESTO

MULTI-PURPOSE PINE NUT CILANTRO PESTO Fresh cilantro, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil and white Balsamic vinegar blended with fresh lemon and garlic! Makes 1-3/4 cups 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro – leaves only 1/2 c. pine nuts 1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c. white Balsamic vinegar zest and juice of 1 lg. lemonContinueContinue reading “MULTI-PURPOSE PINE NUT CILANTRO PESTO”

AFC COCONUT LENTIL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER

COCONUT LENTIL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER Lentils, green split peas, brown rice, TVP (textured vegetable protein), rolled oats and sweetened coconut take the Original Animal-Free Burger on a different, but equally delicious journey into the world of  homemade veggie burgers! Something a little out of the ordinary always delights! Makes approx. 12 cups batter Preheat oven toContinueContinue reading “AFC COCONUT LENTIL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER”

AFC ORIGINAL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER

ORIGINAL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER Dried split green peas, lentils, barley, rice and oats mixed with herbs and spices. Refrigerated overnight, then formed into patties and baked. Packed in containers for you to use when needed. Either microwave or dry-fry with lid-to-skillet, to heat and serve. Tired of mushy veggie burgers? Try these! Makes approx. 11 cupsContinueContinue reading “AFC ORIGINAL ANIMAL-FREE BURGER”

PICKLE PEANUT BUTTER TORTILLA ROLL

PICKLE PEANUT BUTTER TORTILLA ROLL Easy to make, cheap, and fun to eat! Makes 1 1, 9 inch flour tortilla creamy peanut butter prepared yellow mustard freshly ground black pepper 2 long slices kosher dill pickle oil for frying Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place tortilla in skillet, just a few seconds to warmContinueContinue reading “PICKLE PEANUT BUTTER TORTILLA ROLL”

MUSHROOM PATE SANDWICH SPREAD

MUSHROOM PATE SANDWICH SPREAD Homemade mushroom pate with red wine, sweet onion, garlic and cracked pepper mixed with Silken tofu to create a delicious, creamy textured sandwich spread. Can also be served, minus the tofu, as a mushroom pate appetizer! Makes 3 cups 1-1/2 lbs. white button mushrooms, washed, drained and dried in colander (thisContinueContinue reading “MUSHROOM PATE SANDWICH SPREAD”

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH Fresh Russian black bread spread with country-style Dijon mustard, peanut butter and Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese. Layered with sweet roasted peppers, bread & butter pickles and sweet onion. Grilled in cracked pepper and olive oil. Served with an olive stick and kettle potato chips. Makes 1ContinueContinue reading “GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH”

PEANUT BUTTER, PRESERVES & WHIPPED ‘CREAM’ SANDWICH

PEANUT BUTTER PRESERVES & WHIPPED ‘CREAM’ SANDWICH I was thinking fluffer nutter (a peanut butter & marshmallow fluff sandwich from when I was a kid). This is even better. So light and creamy. A real treat whether you’re low on funds or not! Makes 1 sandwich country-style white bread creamy peanut butter strawberry preserves soyContinueContinue reading “PEANUT BUTTER, PRESERVES & WHIPPED ‘CREAM’ SANDWICH”

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOMATO ON RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOMATO ON RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD Fresh Russian black bread spread with Grey Poupon Rouge Mustard (cabernet sauvignon and blackberry flavored dijon mustard) and creamy peanut butter. Topped with fresh tomato slices, sweet onion, fresh cracked pepper and freshly ground sea salt. Grilled in olive oil and cracked pepper till melted. GarnishContinueContinue reading “GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND TOMATO ON RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD”

ENERGIZER BREAKFAST BURRITO

ENERGIZER BREAKFAST BURRITO A charred tortilla spread with peanut butter and orange marmalade. Topped with fresh banana slices, raw rolled oats and cashew crumbles. Sprinkled with cinnamon. Roll and eat! Makes 1 1, 8 inch flour tortilla peanut butter orange marmalade fresh banana slices raw rolled oats cashew crumbles (place 1-2 cups cashews in foodContinueContinue reading “ENERGIZER BREAKFAST BURRITO”

VEGGIE BURGER SPINACH TORTILLA WRAP

VEGGIE BURGER SPINACH TORTILLA WRAP Spinach tortilla wraps take your favorite veggie burger sandwich to a new level! For this one we use lettuce, tomato, onion with veggie mayo and mustard! Makes 1 oil for frying your favorite veggie burger 1, 12 inch spinach tortilla – at room temperature veggie mayonnaise prepared yellow mustard shreddedContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE BURGER SPINACH TORTILLA WRAP”

FRIED TOFU TOMATO BASIL WRAPS

FRIED TOFU TOMATO BASIL WRAPS Tomato basil wraps layered with veggie mayo and cheese, pan-fried tofu blocks, fresh tomato, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of mustard! Can be wrapped in two ways! Makes up to 8 12 oz. pkg. extra-firm, water-packed tofu (I used House Foods brand), rinsed, patted dry, then cut into 12 equalContinueContinue reading “FRIED TOFU TOMATO BASIL WRAPS”

BARBECUE VEGGIE CHICKEN ZUCCHINI MUSHROOM FAJITAS

BARBECUE VEGGIE CHICKEN ZUCCHINI MUSHROOM FAJITAS Charred flour tortillas filled with caramelized zucchini, mushroom and onion. Topped with barbecue veggie chicken, then sprinkled with a fresh garlic-parsley mash! Wow! Tastes like you cooked it over a camp-fire! Makes 6-8 Veggie Saute: 4 T. margarine 8 oz. baby bella (crimini) mushrooms, sliced 1 lg. sweet onionContinueContinue reading “BARBECUE VEGGIE CHICKEN ZUCCHINI MUSHROOM FAJITAS”

VEGGIE FAJITA WRAPS

VEGGIE FAJITA WRAPS Caramelized onion, mushrooms, peppers and carrot matchsticks wrapped in a spinach flour tortilla with dairy-free Swiss cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomato! Makes 4 big ones Sauteed veggies: 2-3 T. olive oil 1 fresh sweet onion – cut ends off, cut in half from end to end, peel, then cut crosswise intoContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE FAJITA WRAPS”

HUMMUS VEGGIE HOT DOG BURRITO

HUMMUS VEGGIE HOT DOG BURRITO Charred tortilla spread with hummus, topped with a pan-fried veggie hot dog spread with mustard. Then topped with chopped dill pickle, chopped fresh tomato and chopped onion. Roll and eat! Makes as many as you want Per burrito: 1, 6 inch flour tortilla your favorite hummus 1, pan-fried veggie hotContinueContinue reading “HUMMUS VEGGIE HOT DOG BURRITO”

GREEK HUMMUS RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD SANDWICH

GREEK HUMMUS RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD SANDWICH Russian black bread spread with Greek-Style hummus and a little veggie mayo. Layered with English seedless cucumber, hearts of romaine, smashed Kalamata olives, a light drizzle of mustard and fresh cracked pepper! Nice!! Makes as many as you want Per sandwich: 4 slices Russian black bread, lightly toasted tillContinueContinue reading “GREEK HUMMUS RUSSIAN BLACK BREAD SANDWICH”

GREEK HUMMUS WRAPS

GREEK HUMMUS WRAPS Greek-style hummus spread on a charred flour tortilla. Topped with hearts of romaine lettuce, English cucumber slices, Kalamata olives and fresh cracked pepper, then wrapped and rolled! Makes as many as you want For each wrap: 1, 6 inch flour tortilla Greek-Style Hummus (I used Garden Fresh Gourmet brand) 1 leaf heartsContinueContinue reading “GREEK HUMMUS WRAPS”

VEGGIE BLT TORTILLA WRAPS

VEGGIE BLT TORTILLA WRAPS Vegenaise combined with soy bacon bits provides the mayo and the ‘bacon’. Layered with fresh, ripe roma tomatoes and crisp cuts of hearts of romaine, a little shaved sweet onion, a little fresh cracked pepper and you have a perfect veggie BLT wrapped in a charred tortilla! Makes as many asContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE BLT TORTILLA WRAPS”

VEGGIE SAUSAGE & SCRAMBLED EGG BURRITOS

VEGGIE SAUSAGE AND SCRAMBLED EGG BURRITOS Pan-fried veggie sausage, caramelized onion and tofu scrambled eggs served in a charred tortilla wrap spread with ketchup and mustard! Garnish with fresh tomato slices or red and green grapes! Makes 4 cups filling or 8, 1/2 cup servings for 8, 6 inch flour tortillas 2 T. olive oilContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE SAUSAGE & SCRAMBLED EGG BURRITOS”

MUSHROOM AND SPINACH QUESADILLAS

MUSHROOM AND SPINACH QUESADILLAS Sauteed mushroom and spinach folded in flour tortillas. Spread with a soy cream cheese and orange marmalade topping, then broiled till bubbly and golden. Served with romaine lettuce tossed with the same topping, as garnish!  2 large or 4 small servings 4 oz. soy cream cheese, plain (I used Tofutti brand) 3ContinueContinue reading “MUSHROOM AND SPINACH QUESADILLAS”

GARDENBURGER WITH JACK DANIEL’S MUSTARD SAUCE

GARDEN BURGER WITH JACK DANIEL’S MUSTARD SAUCE Pan-fried Gardenburgers Veggie Medley on a broiled ciabatta bun spread with a Jack Daniel’s mustard maple sauce, and layered with romaine lettuce, spinach, cherry tomatoes and sliced onion! Makes 2 burgers Sauce: 1/4 c. Jack Daniel’s Original No. 7 Recipe – barbecue sauce 2 T. prepared yellow mustardContinueContinue reading “GARDENBURGER WITH JACK DANIEL’S MUSTARD SAUCE”

VEGGIE CHIK’N BURGERS WITH JACK DANIEL’S SAUCE

VEGGIE CHIK’N BURGERS WITH JACK DANIEL’S SAUCE Pan-fried chik’n burgers served on  broiled ciabatta buns spread with a creamy dill pickle Jack Daniel’s sauce, and layered with Japanese cucumber, shredded lettuce and onion! Makes 4 burgers Sauce: 1/2 c. Jack Daniel’s Original No. 7 Recipe – barbecue sauce 1/2 c. soy sour cream 2 T.ContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE CHIK’N BURGERS WITH JACK DANIEL’S SAUCE”

SPICY CHIKIN’ PATTIES WITH SAUERKRAUT

SPICY CHIKIN’ PATTIES WITH SAUERKRAUT Pan-fried Boca Spicy Chikin’ Patties served with sauteed sauerkraut on pumpernickel bread with a lemon mustard sauce! A perfect combination! Makes 4 Lemon Mustard Sauce: Makes 1 cup 3/4 c. canned lemon pudding and pie filling (I used Giant Eagle store brand) 3 T. spicy brown mustard or prepared yellowContinueContinue reading “SPICY CHIKIN’ PATTIES WITH SAUERKRAUT”

BARBECUE TOFU AND SPROUT SANDWICH

BARBECUE TOFU AND SPROUT SANDWICH Pan-fried barbecue tofu, alfalfa sprouts, ripe tomato and sweet onion on a whole grain burger bun! Makes 6 12 oz. pkg. water-packed extra-firm tofu, rinsed; wrap in absorbent cloth or paper towels and firmly blot to remove outside moisture; cut in half crosswise, then stand each block on end, andContinueContinue reading “BARBECUE TOFU AND SPROUT SANDWICH”

VEGGIE BURGER BLT

VEGGIE BURGER BLT Pan-fried veggie burgers with veggie bacon, lettuce and tomato on lightly toasted potato bread with veggie mayonnaise! Makes 1 For each sandwich: oil for frying 2-3 strips veggie bacon Grade A maple syrup 1 froz. veggie burger 2 slices potato bread, lightly toasted veggie mayonnaise (Veganise and Earth Balance are good brands,ContinueContinue reading “VEGGIE BURGER BLT”

SHARON’S POORGIRL HOTDOG I & II

 SHARON’S POORGIRL HOTDOG I When there are no veggie dogs in the house and I want one, this is what I make. I spread a piece of soft bread with peanut butter, mustard, chopped dill pickle and onion, roll it, fry it and eat it. Delicious, cheap, and I always have the ingredients on hand!ContinueContinue reading “SHARON’S POORGIRL HOTDOG I & II”

SHARON’S POORGIRL BURGER

  SHARON’S POORGIRL BURGER  Baked potato is the meat behind this Poorgirl Burger sandwich! What to do with a leftover baked potato when you feel like a burger? With yellow roasted peppers, lettuce, kosher dill pickle slices, onion, mustard and ketchup on a sturdy burger bun, it tastes and textures like a Whopper! Makes 1ContinueContinue reading “SHARON’S POORGIRL BURGER”

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND SCALLION SANDWICH

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND SCALLION SANDWICH Creamy peanut butter mixed with scallion, whole grain mustard and sesame oil. Grilled in cracked pepper and oil. Served with a dot of wasabi sauce on the side! Makes 5 sandwiches 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter (I used Jif Natural Creamy) 1 c. sliced scallion, white and green partContinueContinue reading “GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND SCALLION SANDWICH”

FRIED VEGGIE BOLOGNA SANDWICH

FRIED VEGGIE BOLOGNA SANDWICH Toasted English muffin spread with veggie mayonnaise and mustard. Layered with red roasted pepper, fried veggie bologna, iceberg lettuce and fresh spinach. Sprinkled with fresh cracked pepper. Five minutes from start to finish. Sink your teeth into satisfaction and make your taste buds happy! Makes 1 sandwich 1 English muffin, lightlyContinueContinue reading “FRIED VEGGIE BOLOGNA SANDWICH”

CHAR-GRILLED TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH

CHAR-GRILLED TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH with sweet red roasted peppers and veggie ham!  Tastes like it was cooked outdoors over an open flame! Makes 4-6 sandwiches 8 oz. Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, plain 1 t. garlic powder 1/2 t. salt 2 T. finely minced onion (minced means minuscule pieces; shave the onion with aContinueContinue reading “CHAR-GRILLED TOFUTTI CREAM CHEESE SANDWICH”

ROASTED PEPPER CASHEW CHEESE HORS D’OEUVRES

ROASTED PEPPER CASHEW CHEESE HORS D’OEUVRES A cheesy mousse-like spread made from cashews, sweet red roasted peppers, sweet onion, garlic and nutritional yeast. Spooned onto lightly broiled potato bread rounds. Half topped with strips of roasted pepper and the other half topped with Kalamata olive strips. An elegant, melt in your mouth hors d’oeuvre! CanContinueContinue reading “ROASTED PEPPER CASHEW CHEESE HORS D’OEUVRES”

THE FIELD ROAST FRANKFURTER

THE FIELD ROAST FRANKFURTER Grilled Field Roast Frankfurter in a broiled bun, spread with sweet relish, then topped with mustard, chopped tomato and chopped onion! Makes as many as you want! oil for frying Field Roast Frankfurters hot dog buns, broiled lightly sweet relish yellow prepared mustard chopped, ripe, slicing tomato chopped sweet onion DrizzleContinueContinue reading “THE FIELD ROAST FRANKFURTER”

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH

GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH Creamy peanut butter, veggie ham, sauteed sweet onion and mustard on whole wheat bread, pan-grilled in oil and cracked pepper! The new grilled cheese sandwich! Walk on water delicious! Makes as many as you want oil for frying fresh cracked pepper (use large grind on your pepper mill, or crush wholeContinueContinue reading “GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH”

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM STEAK SANDWICHES

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM STEAK SANDWICHES Sauteed slices of oven-roasted Portobello mushrooms served on potato bread with sauteed onions and soy bacon bits with a maple syrup glaze, thinly sliced kosher dill pickle and Dijon mustard. If you like steak and maple cured bacon, you’ll love this! What a sandwich! Serves 4 Preheat oven to 400 degreesContinueContinue reading “PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM STEAK SANDWICHES”

APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN-FREE SALAD SANDWICH

 APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN-FREE  SALAD SANDWICH Diced GRILLED CHICKEN-FREE STRIPS mixed with apple, walnuts, onions, rosemary and plant-based mayo with sweet relish. Just like the package says, “Looks, Feels, Tastes, & Acts Like Chicken – Without The Cluck”. The apple and walnut give it a great texture for sandwiches! Makes about 4 cups 12 oz. pkg. GRILLED CHICKEN-FREEContinueContinue reading “APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN-FREE SALAD SANDWICH”

MEATLESS PEPPERONI GRINDERS

MEATLESS PEPPERONI GRINDERS Fried onions and peppers, sweet red roasted peppers and fried meatless pepperoni served on a grinder roll spread with marinara sauce and coconut oil spread. Light and satisfying! Makes 2 grinders (subs) 2 T. olive oil 1 lg. green pepper, cored and cut into 3/8 inch strips 1 lg. sweet onion; cutContinueContinue reading “MEATLESS PEPPERONI GRINDERS”

HOT DOG SALAD SANDWICH SPREAD

HOT DOG SALAD SANDWICH SPREAD Chopped animal-free hot dogs, Silken tofu, green pepper and onion mixed with sweet mustard, spice and smoke to create what tastes like ham salad. A variation on an old favorite! Essentially fat-free except for the little bit of fat in the tofu! Makes 3-1/2 cups 12.3 oz. pkg. extra firmContinueContinue reading “HOT DOG SALAD SANDWICH SPREAD”