I had big dreams for this post. I really did.
But, life happened and here I am at 10:45 on tuesday night trying to keep my eyes open while I transfer foodporn pics from my iPhone to computer and look through the bookmarks for the links to all the recipes I’ve been making.
Class starts back for me tomorrow (does anyone remember that time when I graduated? Why am I still in school?)
Anyway, I’m not trying to stay up to an ungodly hour tonight. Yes, I consider 11:30 an ungodly hour. #sorrynotsorry
So lets get right to it shall we? I’ve been on a food processing binge lately. Which is a lot better than a few other types of binges I’ve experienced in my life…haha. But really. Anything that can go in the food processor has found its way in there. Luckily, this craze has resulted in so many already prepped, easily packable and re-heatable options for lunch, dinner, and snacks. So thanks Jenn for giving me an outlet to share all these fun foodie endeavors and pretend people actually care.
Most recently (aka about 2 hours ago) I made this delicious, nutritious, filling, comforting, warm, and surprisingly meaty vegan spaghetti bolognese from Michele! I subbed extra firm sprouted tofu for the tempeh (it acts a little more like ground beef) and added onions to the mix. I also made my own tomato puree with fire roasted, diced tomatoes and LOTS of fresh basil (in the FP whooo!)
Pretty!
I poured it over whole wheat spaghetti noodles, but I’m going to try it over spaghetti squash, millet, quinoa, and acorn squash too! I made a big ol’ pot of this delicious sauce, so I’ll be nomming it for a while.
Paired it with a glass of pinot noir. DUH.
How great was it to sit down to this after kickin off my work heels?
Also, I made SO MUCH HUMMUS. I’m not gonna share the recipe, because I need to work on my tahini/chickpea ratio, but the flavor is spot on. Roasted garlic, lemon, and basil.Mmm. I’m going to save SO MUCH MONEY by making my own hummus!
Ingredients pre-prcessing.
The first thing I wanted to make in the new FP was veggie burgers. Obviously. Making them in the magic bullet or mashing with my hands just isn’t the same as whizzing it all up without having to get my hands dirty. I tried to make these vegan mushroom lentil patties, and they had an awesome flavor, but fell apart and weren’t very pretty. I think I might have missed an ingredient somewhere, because my “batter” was really sticky and watery.
My super food salad topped with VMLBs!
Since these crumbled in the oven, I have to do less crumbling pre-salad topping!
This was my superfood salad that I ate when I started to feel sick again earlier this week . In the giant bowl went:
Spinach, baby arugula, coconut oil roasted kabocha squash, spicy roasted kabocha and acorn squash seeds (one thing that didn’t make it to the FP), blueberries, mushrooms, clementine, hummus, ACV, and LOADS of chia seeds. Topped with the VMLB.
I also picked up some dates from TJ’s. Here’s what I learned about dates. MAKE SURE THEY ARE PITTED. If they’re not, don’t put them in the food processor. Also, don’t put the pits down the garbage disposal. Date pits are indestructible.
While learning these very important lessons, I also discovered that making my own dairy, sugar, and fat-free, and vegan creamer is so easy.
Nomnomnom
This is another way I’m going to save loads of money. This flavor was cinnamon vanilla and is DELICIOUS. First, make a date paste with about a cup of PITTED dates and 2 cups of hot water in the FP. Put 2 cups of dairy-free milk on low heat on the stove. Add the paste and any flavorings you want, and whisk for 2-3 minutes. Strain into a glass container.
This stuff goes great in my final bag of DD peppermint mocha coffee!
They combo mixes perfectly in a cup like this…totally necessary for today.
I also tried my hand at a blog fad I’ve seen on pinterest a lot recently, and was really pleased!
Vegan chocolate mousse!
I made chocolate mousse with avocado, dark chocolate cocoa powder, stevia,and PB2. GOD it was delicious. I was a little heavy handed with the cocoa, but still. This was creamy, cool, and sooo decadent. And full of good for you nutrients!
The final recipe I’ve been obsessed with lately? Another lovely dish from Michele, my go-to reference for easy, clean, plan-based recipes that are filling, creative, and incredibly delicious.
totally crappy pic does NOT do this justice.
This was ( say was because I’ve DEMOLISHED it now) orange-glazed tempeh, eggplant and acorn squash. Shel calls for pomegranite molasses in hers which I couldn’t have, so I used a little honey, and it still turned out great. This was amazing, and so easy! Just chop everything, pour over the glaze and bake it all together. It reheats really well, and I ate it on top of my roasted asian broccoli slaw for some bulk and added nutrients.
You may notice that a lot of these recipes are vegan and/or dairy free. I promise I haven’t switched totally (nor I do have any sold plans to do so any time soon), but I am trying to add more vegan meals into my diet to see how eliminating animal and dairy and adding more sources of plant-based proteins and nutrients makes me feel.
Also, today I start Baron Baptiste’s 40 Days to Personal Revolution Yoga Challenge! For 6 weeks, I’m doing yoga 6 days per week, and meditating twice a day. I’ll talk more about this tomorrow since 1) this is What I Ate Wednesday not What I’m About to Start Doing Wednesday and 2) I’m tired.
Love you all!
xoxo
Do you love your food processor?
What new recipes have you tried lately?
Any thoughts about veganism?
All of your meals look great, especially the orange-glazed tempeh, eggplant and acorn squash.
Also, good luck w/ your 6 week challenge hunnie xoxo
I love homemade Hummus, I always make a huge amount so I can eat it every day
11:30 is such an ungodly hour for me too, I am in bed at 10p normally 
Good luck on the Baptiste training and the meditations, I love him!
Oh my goodness I need to make hummus again soon. I made it all the time in the summer/fall! I do need a better food processor though…mine is small and terrible, so it doesn’t get it as smooth as I want it.
And I don’t think I could go vegan…I was actually snacking on cold chicken out of the fridge yesterday. Apparently, my body is really feeling meat right now? And that mousse – definitely on my must-try list. And it so happens that I have avocado! Might be happening very soon.
Girl. Its so good. Get on that.
That vegan spaghetti bolognese looks so delicious; I may have to try the recipe sometime soon. And I love making homemade hummus as well; it always tastes fresher than store-bought brands (though I do love Sabra hummus!). Your super food salad also looks amazing, and has such a wonderful blend of flavors. Good luck with your yoga challenge!!
It was beyond delicious. Michele’s recipe makes 1 serving but I made a lot and will be eating on it all week!
And thanks for the well wishes!
my food processor just broke but it was my fav thing everr ! id make my own almond butter all the time ! that hummus looks sooooo good.. and i still havent tried that peppermint mocha ! i def gotta give that a try
I just got a food processor for Christmas and can’t wait to start using it! That pasta looks delicious. I have hardly been cooking lately – a lot of meals out and quick assemblies for meals – but I want to start to actually experiment in the kitchen. I would love to try a chocolate mousse with avocado!
Soooo jealous of your homemade hummus! And that chocolate mousse! YUM!
That hummus looks divine! I’m contemplating making some almond butter & have yet to do it. I’m sure it’s so much more fun & cheap to make your own things. Eats look delish girl!
tempeh is so good, I just discovered it this year. I got a food processor for xmas and still haven’t used it. come on Alex!
Thanks for the mentions!!! Honoured and glad your liking some of the recipes!!!
I love being in a place when ED humour is funny again (but only when we use it!!
haha). And while you and my Dad already get along, he’ll be your BFF if (nix that — WHEN) I let him know that you enjoy blending your own hummus. It’s totally his favourite hobby. My favourite thing to make in the food processor is banana and berry faux froyo. Actually planning on making some tonight to enjoy with my book in bed tonight. So stoked!!
Love that you’re still nomming the healthy fats. And honestly, eat as many vegan dishes as you wish — because you’re doing it the RIGHT way and not the “rabbit food”/anorexic way. Proud of you, my dear. xo
Ooh, the chocolate mousse looks divine! I love my food processor, too! It makes my life so much easier in chopping veggies, making soups, cauliflower rice!
I’ve been enjoying reading your posts. I found you from WIAW!
Its the BEST! Last night I went on another FP binge–recipes to come next week!
Thanks for reading, and I’m glad you enjoy!
OMG THAT SPAGHETTI SAUCE SOUNDS AMAZING!!! I am a pasta girl through and through, so you better believe I am going to be trying that one out! And yes to making your own hummus – it saves a ton of money. I go through a container of hummus every 5 days or so, I gotta get me a food processor so I can make my own! And avocado mousse? Ok you know what this comment needs to be cut short because now I’m hungry and must go eat something hahaha. Love you and all your food creativity!
Girl the sauce is IT. I’m in heaven.
And the mousse is pretty good too–even my picky little sister was like…I think I like this! Yeah, this is YUMMY!
Love you and hope you are feeling okay!
xoxo